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LaVida Dance Studio
4.7 ★★★★★ 254 Google reviews · Ballet school in Kirkland, Washington
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 2–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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 +1 425-642-1547
- Website & schedule lavidastudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–11:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter liked it so much and since they offered a same day discount, we signed up that day.”
What families & students say
“been coming to the friday night beginner bachata and salsa classes, Sasha is a great instructor and is really sweet and knows how to make class enjoyable.”
“been coming to the friday night beginner bachata and salsa classes, Sasha is a great instructor and is really sweet and knows how to make class enjoyable.”
“They create a warm and encouraging environment where children feel confident and excited to participate.”
“They also host two wonderful performances every year that my daughter and we all enjoy, and they communicate every detail very clearly.”
“Great professional and so helpful Shan was extremely helpful to this Grandma who knows nothing about the technology these days.”
From the reviews
We found La Vida through a close friend who recommended Elena to help us with our wedding dance. Neither my husband nor I are strong dancers, but Elena made us feel comfortable right away. She was encouraging, patient, and helped us build confidence with each lesson.
Very family-oriented place! My daughter has been enrolled here for over a year and absolutely loves it. The staff is friendly, communicative, and what’s important always tries to accommodate families’ needs.
LaVida was the perfect place for us to choreograph our first dance. Our instructor was Elena and she was an absolute joy to work with she made it a custom first dance none of our guest will be forgetting adding some extra magic to our special day 😄 highly recommend their wedding dance packages as they give you video…
We signed up for a trial dance class for my 3 year old and they were immediately responsive! So glad they had Saturday availability since that works best for our schedule. My daughter liked it so much and since they offered a same day discount, we signed up that day.
Your first ballet class at LaVida Dance Studio
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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