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Danceworks
4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Ballet school in Quincy, Massachusetts
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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (617) 376-6364
- Website & schedule danceworksdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“They even have an adult class where these woman have so much fun and nail there routine at the Recital.”
“Sandy and the staff are awesome with the kids, its a fun environment for boys and girls where they can learn dance or build on their skills.”
What families & students say
“I am so proud that my daughter is a part of the Danceworks family and can't say enough about how much these girls learn over the course of a year!”
“The time spent during the class is just right, and it shows during recital where you see the little ones all the way up to adults perform, making for an exciting evening.”
“We could not be happier with the confidence and structure my child gains with every class.”
From the reviews
This is my Son’s First year at DW and he is loving it! Sandy is an awesome teacher :)
My daughter started dancing at Danceworks at just 2 years old. She absolutely immediately loved it and even more so once she had her first recital and saw that her work all year was presented to a crowd of people on stage.
Sandy and the staff are awesome with the kids, its a fun environment for boys and girls where they can learn dance or build on their skills. My daughter started a early and was a bit on the clumsy side, she has steadily gotten better with the patience of the instructors.
My daughter is in her second year at the studio. She has always had a difficult time with loud noises, so we were worried that she would not want to dance, especially tap dancing. The teachers are so patient and understanding, and we would never go anywhere else. She looks forward to going to class every week.
Adult ballet at Danceworks
Danceworks runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Danceworks
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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