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Creation Dance Studio
4.6 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Ballet school in Mercer Island, Washington
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- 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 +1 206-708-1325
- Website & schedule creationdancestudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 1:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 1:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12 pm, 2:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“At Creation Dance Studio I found more than a drop-in adult ballet class, I found a warm and welcoming community.”
“My husband, who had never taken any form of dance, has taken her Thursday class for adult beginners and has loved it.”
“My daughter absolutely loves dancing there, and I love it as well.”
“Creation Dance Studio has the very best adult ballet and adult pointe classes.”
What families & students say
“Stevie is a spectacular dancer and stellar instructor. She has a great teaching style, offering helpful corrections and effective tips throughout class.”
“The studio environment is inclusive and welcoming, and above all I can tell that everyone at CDS loves to dance and wants to share that love with the community.”
“My daughter absolutely loves dancing there, and I love it as well.”
“The studio environment is inclusive and welcoming, and above all I can tell that everyone at CDS loves to dance and wants to share that love with the community.”
“Stevie fosters a wonderful, inclusive community of dancers from ages 16-86 who take class and also perform in the community.”
“I've been so impressed by the skillset, knowledge, and professionalism of the instructors and staff, and the wide variety of classes available for youth and adult programs.”
From the reviews
I really like this adults ballet class. I am bigginer and I am not good at remembering Choreography on time but I really enjoy dancing with them. I think because of Stevie teacher. She is welcome to everyone who want to learn ballet.
Creation Dance Studio has the very best adult ballet and adult pointe classes. Stevie is so knowledgeable and encouraging that I always feel a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment after a class, even after a long day at work. Her classes provide a great work out focusing on both technique and artistry.
Stevie has the ability to make it fun to learn the challenging positions and combinations in ballet! In class, we are challenged to improve while being affirmed for what we do well. Stevie inspires us by example and with affirmation. Our performances are really fun!
We love Creation Dance Studio! We are so lucky to have Stevie and her amazing team on the island. The variety of classes and the happy energy are everything. Highly recommend the tap/ballet or jazz/modern combo classes. Such a great way for your child to explore different styles at the same time.
Adult ballet at Creation Dance Studio
Creation Dance Studio 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 Creation Dance Studio
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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