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EvokeMotion Society
5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in Santa Barbara, California
Plan your first class
- Class price classes around $20 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (805) 724-0621
- Website & schedule evokemotionsociety.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 7–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 7–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“The fun combos, the good music, and the welcoming community truly make the experience of going to an adult dance class worth it!”
What families & students say
“If you’ve been considering getting back into dance, or even trying dance for the first time, this is your sign - EvokeMotion Dance Society is where you want to be (trust me).”
“From the moment I walked in, the energy was warm and inclusive—something that can be hard to find, especially as a beginner.”
From the reviews
I’m so grateful to have found EvokeMotion! I genuinely look forward to every class. The community is warm and welcoming, and it feels incredibly freeing to dance in such a supportive, judgment-free space. There’s a wide variety of classes for all levels, plus amazing guest teachers, truly something for everyone!
If you’re looking for a dance studio that feels equal parts inspiring, welcoming, and empowering, I can’t recommend EvokeMotion Society enough! From the moment I walked in, the energy was warm and inclusive—something that can be hard to find, especially as a beginner.
This place is amazing!!! If you’re looking for safe space to learn how to dance or brush up on your dance skills, this is the place to go!!! Truly the best adult dance classes in Santa Barbara. I used to dance back in high school, and lately i’ve been itching to move again.
If there were more than 5 stars available to give out, evoke would get every single one! I found evoke when I needed dance back in my life after dancing for years and years. This space is extremely welcoming, inclusive, and most of all, FUN! It is something I look forward to every week.
Adult ballet at EvokeMotion Society
EvokeMotion Society 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 EvokeMotion Society
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.
