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Classical Ballet Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Ballet school in Portland, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 503-890-6101
- Website & schedule classicalballet.net — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 1–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 1–8 pm |
| Friday | 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–8 pm |
The programs they offer
“My daughter signed up for creative movement class, and unexpectedly didn’t like it—she’s just too old for it as she is past 4.”
“My daughter signed up for creative movement class, and unexpectedly didn’t like it—she’s just too old for it as she is past 4.”
What families & students say
“You are not only dancing in an incredibly supportive environment, but you are also receiving incredible technique training!”
“An excellent dance studio, wonderful instructors, all the kids love it.”
“I am proud to say that Classical Ballet Academy and all of her instructors and classmates have been supportive of her as an individual.”
“And, also during the school year they have amazing performance opportunities like The Nutcracker, The winter Concert, The Spring Ballet, The Spring Concert.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been attending Classical Ballet Academy since she was 4.5yrs old. She is 14 now and CBA has been a wonderful experience. She has grown into such a loving responsible and hard working, young lady.
This studio is amazing! You are not only dancing in an incredibly supportive environment, but you are also receiving incredible technique training!
CBA is like a second home to me. They have taught me so much and I truly cannot thank them enough. The teachers are so kind and helpful, and the students are all amazing people, dancers, and great inspirations. I am so grateful to everyone there, they made me who I am today.
The teachers work us very hard and they get results, while at the same time, creating a friendly environment where it is easy to feel loved.
Adult ballet at Classical Ballet Academy
Classical Ballet Academy 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 Classical Ballet Academy
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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