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MoCo Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Ballet school in Keene, New Hampshire
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
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (603) 357-2100
- Website & schedule moco.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9:15 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9:15 PM |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter gained so much from 10 years at MOCO: Discipline, friendship, punctuality, poise; she learned how to handle losing and winning from MOCO’s seasoned staff.”
“I was a student in the high school theater program for three years and MoCo always chose great shows.”
What families & students say
“Additionally, the teaching artists at MoCo Arts empower and build confidence in their students.”
“My daughter attended MoCo summer camp 2024 she thoroughly enjoyed the program, and it was fun to watch her performance on stage.”
“My daughter gained so much from 10 years at MOCO: Discipline, friendship, punctuality, poise; she learned how to handle losing and winning from MOCO’s seasoned staff.”
From the reviews
MoCo Arts hosts an excellent youth theater program as well as great tuition assistance! I was a student in the high school theater program for three years and MoCo always chose great shows. For example, we performed Legally Blonde Jr.
This is an incredibly wonderful organization. MoCo empowers students, builds confidence, and offers exciting programs. The dance and theatre teachers are phenomenal and the camps are a huge hit. Be sure to ask about tuition assistance!
This place is amazing! My daughter does summer camp here and dance classes the rest of the year. She will now be starting theater. Every year she wants to add something else to do here! They have amazing teachers and instructors. The performances are spectacular and they are truly amazing with the children.
What a great blessing this facility is to the community. The kids learn and have so much fun. The staff are incredibly patient, outstanding and positive with the young dancers we saw.
Adult ballet at MoCo Arts
MoCo Arts 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 MoCo Arts
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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