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Children's Dance Theater-Federal Way location
4.3 ★★★★☆ 41 Google reviews · Ballet school in Federal Way, Washington
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 253-874-0161
- Website & schedule childrensdancetheater.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter started at the Auburn location of CDT when she was 3, and we love the body-positive, age-appropriate focus of the studio.”
What families & students say
“Very high standards and high expectations balanced with encouragement and love will help your kids thrive. Love this place!”
“I'm certain that her love of dance is due in large part to these teachers sharing their own passion for dance, and being challenging yet encouraging to the kids they teach.”
“I think it's a great studio for beginners as well as seriously dedicated dancers -- some of the kids seem to practically live there and the performances are pretty amazing.”
“I think it's a great studio for beginners as well as seriously dedicated dancers -- some of the kids seem to practically live there and the performances are pretty amazing.”
“It's affordable, age appropriate, and focuses on each child - assisting with life skills even beyond dance!”
“She's now taking ballet, jazz, lyrical and hip-hop, and wants to be a professional dancer someday.”
From the reviews
My daughter started at the Auburn location of CDT when she was 3, and we love the body-positive, age-appropriate focus of the studio. She has lost interest in dance and gone away for other activities twice now, but she keeps coming back and has never been interested in trying another studio (she now takes classes at…
I love bringing my kids to Prestige Dance Studio! It's affordable, age appropriate, and focuses on each child - assisting with life skills even beyond dance! Love it so much, I chose to be an instructor here, too!
Daughter goes there for ballet and tap lessons.. They're currently working on a new recital.(Jan -Mar 22).. the staff does great things with these kids, who cover the rainbow from all walks of life.
I cannot say enough good things about this dance studio. Especially their level of dedication during the pandemic to do literally all they could to get dancers safely back in the studio. As long as my daughter to continues to love dancing, we will be here.
Adult ballet at Children's Dance Theater-Federal Way location
Children's Dance Theater-Federal Way location runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Children's Dance Theater-Federal Way location
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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