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Foundation Dance Productions

5 ★★★★★ 3 Google reviews · Ballet school in Thornton, Colorado

Free trial Kids & teens 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
  • Ages classes for ages 3–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Class price classes around $50 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
  • 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 +1 702-203-5389
  • Website & schedule foundationdanceproductions.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 5:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6–9 pm
Wednesday 10 am–9 pm
Thursday 6–9 pm
Friday 6–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 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 Foundation Dance Productions, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 3 mentions

“Great with kids of all ages & very affordable.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 3 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“Great with kids of all ages & very affordable.”

From the reviews

Foundation Dance Productions studio and Ms. Renee Barela are absolute treasures! If you are looking for a fun, creative, nurturing, award-winning dance community with an AMAZING and MAGICAL teacher, look no further! This studio has been a gift in our lives. My son danced with Ms.

★★★★★ — Heather, Jul 2024

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Your first ballet class at Foundation Dance Productions

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 Foundation Dance Productions

550 Thornton Pkwy Ste 204, Thornton, CO80229

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