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Metropolitan Ballet Theatre
4.6 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Ballet school in Gaithersburg, Maryland
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 2–6 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 301-762-1757
- Website & schedule mbtdance.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“As a Mom, I have taken some adult classes too.”
“We found this program from a flyer my daughter brought home from school for the Nutcracker performance when she was in 1st grade.”
What families & students say
“Katerina were very sad to not see Joy as much, but at the same time so supportive and helpful to try to make a schedule that will work for her.”
“I have been attending many of metropolitan ballet performances while living in dc area and I admire the professionalism and the mastery of all the performers and the instructors .”
“As a Mom, I have taken some adult classes too.”
“I have been attending many of metropolitan ballet performances while living in dc area and I admire the professionalism and the mastery of all the performers and the instructors .”
“Very skilled teachers who not only instill dancing skills but also discipline, persistence, self care and confidence in the dancers!”
From the reviews
My grandson and granddaughter attend this School. I’ve attended several ballet productions and a couple of their Collectives and I am super impressed with how well the shows are run and how nurturing and caring the staff and teachers seem to be. Ms.
My daughter has been training at MBT for several years (5+). She loves the teachers, the lessons and the opportunity to participate in the professional performances of Nutcracker and Spring shows. As a Mom, I have taken some adult classes too. They are fun and challenging.
I have been attending many of metropolitan ballet performances while living in dc area and I admire the professionalism and the mastery of all the performers and the instructors . Bravo to your hard work and discipline and sharing your beautiful skill with all.
We found this program from a flyer my daughter brought home from school for the Nutcracker performance when she was in 1st grade. Since then, she's been a part of their program and is going into 4th grade now. She loves it.
Adult ballet at Metropolitan Ballet Theatre
Metropolitan Ballet Theatre runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Metropolitan Ballet Theatre
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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