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Creative Minds Dance Studio

5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Ballet school in Kennewick, Washington

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for age 3 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
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  • Phone (509) 619-2041
  • Website & schedule creativemindsdancestudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 AM–3 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–3 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–3 PM
Thursday 9 AM–3 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Creative Minds Dance Studio, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 2 mentions

“My daughter didn’t grow up in a dance studio, yet she made it a personal goal to dance in college in the middle of her senior year on her high school dance team.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 11 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 8 mentions

“The focus is on movement, dance and expression in a supportive atmosphere, not on earrings, hair, makeup and outdated performance rituals.”

serious pre-professional training 2 mentions

“My daughter didn’t grow up in a dance studio, yet she made it a personal goal to dance in college in the middle of her senior year on her high school dance team.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“They expect discipline and growth and do what they can to nurture the talent they see within.”

From the reviews

My daughter didn’t grow up in a dance studio, yet she made it a personal goal to dance in college in the middle of her senior year on her high school dance team. She received a second chance at studio life when Creative Minds opened their doors and were willing to train my 19 year old during her gap year.

★★★★★ — Rebecca, Aug 2024

Creative Minds has been a breath of fresh air! We’ve attended three other studios in the Tri-Cities and this is the first to fit what we needed and wanted in a dance community. The focus is on movement, dance and expression in a supportive atmosphere, not on earrings, hair, makeup and outdated performance rituals.

★★★★★ — Kate, Jul 2025

This isn't just a dance studio full of teammates- it's dance studio full of dancers who become family. Alyssa and Alissa care so much about each of their dancers and will do whatever it takes to make them the best version of themselves!

★★★★★ — Grace, Feb 2026

Alissa and Alyssa create a strong, cohesive environment that is inclusive, kind, and welcoming. They are hard workers and are passionate about dance. They teach students with grace, humility, and confidence. Our daughter has grown in both skill and poise throughout her dance journey.

★★★★★ — Emily, Jun 2026

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Your first ballet class at Creative Minds 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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Creative Minds Dance Studio

8508 W Gage Blvd Ste C101, Kennewick, WA99336

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