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Hawaii State Ballet
4.9 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Ballet school in Honolulu, Hawaii
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 808-947-2755
- Website & schedule hawaiistateballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:45 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Blake gives excellent, specific, how-to ballet corrections that really help adult dancers improve their ballet technique and quality of dancing.”
“My daughter took four classes here while we were on vacation, and we truly loved this place.”
From the reviews
I'm a student at this studio and it's sooo great! The teachers are super nice, and overall it's just a great experience.
Blake gives excellent, specific, how-to ballet corrections that really help adult dancers improve their ballet technique and quality of dancing. It is really wonderful to be able to dance ballet and even improve my dancing while on vacation in Hawaii.
My daughter took four classes here while we were on vacation, and we truly loved this place. The teacher was kind, energetic, and created such a bright and positive atmosphere. The instructions were very clear, and even a single session was packed with so much to learn, making each class extremely valuable.
Amazing ballet place. You can start your ballet journey weather your 3 years old or even 50! I'm a student here and its great. The teachers are are so nice and supportive. The teachers help become a better dancer and you have the opportunity to perform in spring and winter shows. Overall great studio. Would recommend.
Adult ballet at Hawaii State Ballet
Hawaii State Ballet 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 Hawaii State Ballet
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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