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Dance! West Seattle

4.4 ★★★★☆ 7 Google reviews · Ballet school in Seattle, Washington

Free trial Kids & teens Pointe Private lessons

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
  • 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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (206) 938-3062
  • Website & schedule dancewestseattle.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 5–8:30 PM
Tuesday 4–8:30 PM
Wednesday 4–8:30 PM
Thursday 4:30–8:30 PM
Friday 4–6 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
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 Dance! West Seattle, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 2 mentions

“My son and daughter both started here last year.”

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From the reviews

My son and daughter both started here last year. The kids love it, good fun, exercise and discipline. Don't miss their Nutcracker dance on the 21st. It will be fantastic. JT

★★★★★ — Jeff, Dec 2025

My 3 y.o. started here and picked up so quickly. It is priced reasonable and the structure level is perfect for the age.

★★★★★ — Tammy, Feb 2018

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 7 reviews →

Your first ballet class at Dance! West 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.

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 Dance! West Seattle

9131 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA98136

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