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Minnesota Ballet Theatre & School
4.8 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Ballet school in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
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 (612) 501-9208
- Website & schedule minnesotaballetschool.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I am one of the truly grateful adult dancers learning about this beautiful Art form!”
“Instruction begins with the young tiny dancers to the adult beginner.”
“I fully recommend coming here, it is a great place to teach your kid classical Russian ballet.”
How they train
“I have always appreciated the exercises of introspection and body awareness in dance, so it's marvelous to be able to practice the Vaganova method as an adult.”
What families & students say
“They’re Vaganova Academy Graduates, so the authentic, Russian technique they teach is better than anything you could find elsewhere.”
“Witnessing her transformation from a shy, uncoordinated beginner to a confident, skilled dancer has been truly inspiring.”
“There is a very positive environment at the school and I have made very close relationships with the other dancers who are all very supportive of one another.”
“The performances are spectacular.”
“This is the best way to learn and enjoy vagonova ballet for adult ballet students.”
“Wonderful lively ballet classes with perfect technique in a supportive and professional environment.”
From the reviews
My daughter has danced here for 8 years. This studio is beyond amazing! It is unlike any other dance school which is exactly why we have been here for so long. The directors have been very supportive of her busy life involving church, school activities including choir and orchestra, and greater twin cities youth…
This studio is amazing. The ballet is very technical and very classical. The teachers are very good at telling us corrections to help us get better. The performances are spectacular. Nutcracker is a mix between the original choreography and new choreography that makes the production better than any other I’ve seen.
I have danced at the Minnesota Ballet School, since I was three, so basically since I could walk. They are beyond spectacular. With their careful attention and patience, I have learned so much.
I have been a student at Minnesota Ballet School for 10 years now and this studio is by far the best. The instructors are very understanding and are glad to work out a compromise if another conflict occurs.
Adult ballet at Minnesota Ballet Theatre & School
Minnesota Ballet Theatre & School 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 Minnesota Ballet Theatre & School
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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