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Dance Conservatory Seattle
5 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Ballet school in Seattle, 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
- Ages classes for ages 4–21 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 206-970-9510
- Website & schedule danceconservatoryseattle.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I’ve been dancing all my life and since Covid have struggled to find a dance school that offered true intermediate/advanced classes for adults.”
“Each time, I see students of all ages and types coming out of their classes with smiles on their faces - from the creative movement kids to the older kids and adults.”
“We love Dance Conservatory - summer intensive program, privates with Miss Sierra, and the overall positive vibe and love for dance everyone shares at this welcoming studio.”
“We love Dance Conservatory - summer intensive program, privates with Miss Sierra, and the overall positive vibe and love for dance everyone shares at this welcoming studio.”
“Co-artistic directors Josh and Chris are gem humans with inspiring vision for the future of DCS and its mission to create inclusive dance space.”
“Each time, I see students of all ages and types coming out of their classes with smiles on their faces - from the creative movement kids to the older kids and adults.”
What families & students say
“They have adult class offerings every day of the week but Sunday, and the instructors are absolutely amazing!”
“They are building an amazing school and company that values dance technique, musicality and creativity in a supportive environment.”
“We love Dance Conservatory - summer intensive program, privates with Miss Sierra, and the overall positive vibe and love for dance everyone shares at this welcoming studio.”
“Co-artistic directors Josh and Chris are gem humans with inspiring vision for the future of DCS and its mission to create inclusive dance space.”
“For Dance Church, they don’t use mirrors but there was mirrors along the wall And chairs set up so it looks like they have dance performances here.”
“We love Dance Conservatory - summer intensive program, privates with Miss Sierra, and the overall positive vibe and love for dance everyone shares at this welcoming studio.”
From the reviews
DCS presents a welcome addition to southend dance options — go take classes here! I attend Annie’s class on Monday mornings. Annie is a treasure trove of ballet pedagogy. She caters to diverse experience by cultivating joy and accessibility.
I love what Chris and Josh have built with this dance studio. It is so much more than the facility that enables students of all ages and abilities to dance in -- it's the enriching and supportive community that has grown out of this special space.
I love this place. My first true dance class was in college. After I graduated, I kept it up for several years but then injuries and life took me away from dance. After lock down I wanted to start dancing again, but nowhere I used to take was a fit and newer places didn't seem to offer adult classes. Then I found DCS.
Josh and Chris choreographed our first dance for our wedding. We had 4 sessions and had the best time - they were super patient with us non-dancers, really fun, and they adjusted the choreography based on our comfort level.
Adult ballet at Dance Conservatory Seattle
Dance Conservatory Seattle 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 Dance Conservatory Seattle
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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