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East Coast Dance Center

4.8 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in North Reading, Massachusetts

Ballet school Free trial Kids & teens

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
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 978-664-3780
  • Website & schedule ecdancecenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 2–9 pm
Tuesday 2–9 pm
Wednesday 2–9 pm
Thursday 10 am–12 pm, 2–8 pm
Friday 1–7 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 East Coast Dance Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 12 mentions

“The whole team at ECDC is supportive, encouraging and really push my daughters to be their best without a lot of pressure.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 16 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 13 mentions

“The whole team at ECDC is supportive, encouraging and really push my daughters to be their best without a lot of pressure.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“We have been going to East Coast for a few years now and my girls look forward to class every week and always love the recital time and specialty camps during breaks!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“Michelle is organize, professional and kind.”

From the reviews

I have been dancing here myself for 5 years and it has been a great experience. All of the teachers are very kind and helpful. Their way of coaching students is great. The dances they come up with are amazing and I love dancing here.

★★★★★ — Leah, May 2022

East Coast is a wonderful dance studio. The teachers are so motivating and invest in each child and the outcome is amazing teamwork. My daughter is really enjoying dance!

★★★★★ — Chelby, Aug 2012

i’ve been a dancer here for 11 years, and i really couldn’t ask for a better studio. every staff member has the kindest heart, but still knows just how to raise amazing dancers. the little girls that start dancing are always nervous, but staff and assistants are there to comfort them.

★★★★★ — Jenna, May 2022

My daughter has been going to ECDC for over 3 years and it has been such a positive experience! The teachers are kind, supportive and very reassuring. My daughter was very nervous, especially her first year, and they were nothing but encouraging.

★★★★★ — Katherine, Oct 2021

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Your first ballet class at East Coast Dance Center

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 East Coast Dance Center

6 Washington St, North Reading, MA01864

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