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Momentum Dance Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Ballet school in Burien, 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 3–5 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- 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 +1 206-242-1239
- Website & schedule momentumdanceacademy.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7 pm |
| Thursday | 4–7 pm |
| Friday | 4–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My kid is visually impaired and we have found the staff very encouraging and inclusive, which is not always the norm with activities.”
What families & students say
“We need more studios like this one to build morale and teach the love of dance thru expression, technique and confidence.”
“Momentum Dance is very welcoming to the LGBTQIA2S+ community and allows their dancers to choose non-traditional costumes.”
“This is my daughters first experience in ballet! She loves it and the teachers are all very kind!”
“My kid is visually impaired and we have found the staff very encouraging and inclusive, which is not always the norm with activities.”
“Recitals are well-run, although it does feel like some parents volunteer more than others, but that is not the studio's fault.”
From the reviews
Overall, Momentum is lovely. My kid is visually impaired and we have found the staff very encouraging and inclusive, which is not always the norm with activities. The classes are well-run and you can see that kids improve their skills from year to year. My kid is thriving.
Coming here was the best decision for my shy child. I love watching their growth and confidence in dance and in the World. Momentum Dance is very welcoming to the LGBTQIA2S+ community and allows their dancers to choose non-traditional costumes.
We've been at Momentum for 11 years, and have been thrilled with the quality of instruction, the clear amount of work that is put into making all performances professional, the commitment to bringing art to the community, and the mission to make dance available to all.
I've danced at Momentum for 11 years, and ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. The teachers are awesome, very caring and educated. Momentum has always been such a family environment for all ages. The ballet program is incredible and I would recommend to anyone looking for any style of dance.
Your first ballet class at Momentum Dance Academy
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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