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Dancing with Heidi
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Sacramento, California
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Phone +1 916-456-9435
- Website & schedule dancingwithheidi.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“I cannot imagine a better learning environment as an adult beginner.”
“Once I realized there were adult beginner classes and after doing a lot of research, I picked Dancing with Heidi for the "Ballet from the beginning" classes.”
“I appreciate her corrections and her willingness to work with you one on one when needed!”
What families & students say
“She is a beautiful person both inside and out and an amazing instructor, working with students at all levels.”
“Once I realized there were adult beginner classes and after doing a lot of research, I picked Dancing with Heidi for the "Ballet from the beginning" classes.”
“Heidi provides top notch instruction in a supportive and enjoyable way, challenging and fun all at the same time.”
“Once I realized there were adult beginner classes and after doing a lot of research, I picked Dancing with Heidi for the "Ballet from the beginning" classes.”
From the reviews
I have taken lots of ballet over the years and Heidi is the most detail oriented teacher I have had (she sees everything). She is good at figuring out what I need to visualize in order to improve. She demonstrates and breaks things down so things are easy to follow which makes learning easier.
I love taking class with Heidi! If you want to take ballet and you are looking for someone to help you grow your skills and abilities even as an adult, she is the right teacher for you, no matter how beginner you are!!!
I always wanted to take ballet lessons but I was never able to as a child. Once I realized there were adult beginner classes and after doing a lot of research, I picked Dancing with Heidi for the "Ballet from the beginning" classes. I was nervous to go to the first class but Heidi was really nice and welcoming.
I started taking ballet for the first time the year I turned 40, it has been several years since. That year I discovered Ballet from the Beginning with Heidi and haven't looked back. She is a beautiful person both inside and out and an amazing instructor, working with students at all levels.
Adult ballet at Dancing with Heidi
Dancing with Heidi 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 Dancing with Heidi
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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