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Mosaic Dance Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · Ballet school in Portage, Michigan

Free trial Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe

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
  • 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 (269) 386-5700
  • Website & schedule mosaicdancehall.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 8:30–10 AM, 3:30–9 PM
Tuesday 3:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 3:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 3:30–8:30 PM
Friday 3:15–6 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Mosaic Dance Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 22 mentions

“Everyone was very sweet and kind and made my daughter feel welcomed I definitely recommend if your looking for a dance center for your your child this is the place!”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 3 mentions

“If you are looking for something constructive for your toddler to do and get energy out that doesn’t break the bank I highly recommend this dance studio!”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 69 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“We’re really looking forward to our Daughter starting her first class at Mosaic Dance Center.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“Mosaic has been an amazing place to work and and now as a dance mom myself my daughter is thriving! I love that the staff continues their education through certifications!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“Everyone was very sweet and kind and made my daughter feel welcomed I definitely recommend if your looking for a dance center for your your child this is the place!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“We were greeted with a smile, given a tour, had a chance to look at awards from their most recent recital (they kicked butt!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“The staff at Mosaic Dance Center has been great with communicating with me regarding all of the questions we have asked.”

From the reviews

My Daughter has been dancing with Mosaic since she was 4yrs old. It has been a true blessing to watch her grow and mature in dancing. Her favorite is Lyrical Ballet. Mosaic does a great job at teaching kids to do their best and go on with confidence to finish strong.

★★★★★ — Nannette, Aug 2023

Just took my daughter here for a trial class. She loved it. She was really nervous at first but they ensured she felt comfortable and slowly brought her out of her shell. We signed up for regular classes cause she loved it so much!

★★★★★ — Ciara, Oct 2024

My daughter wanted to start an extracurricular activity but was very unsure what she wanted to do. She suggested dancing, hip hop specifically so she could learn some cool moves. I was leery of spending the money, what if she didn’t like it? Mosaic offered a trial class which was amazing!

★★★★★ — Taray, Feb 2023

We had an amazing first impression at Mosaic Dance Center! My daughter is only 2 so they allowed her to trial a class to see how she would do, and she absolutely LOVED it! Ms. Chloe was such a great instructor for the toddler class and knows how to interact with little ones! Ms.

★★★★★ — Kimberly, Jan 2023

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Adult ballet at Mosaic Dance Center

Mosaic Dance Center 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.

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Your first ballet class at Mosaic Dance Center

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Mosaic Dance Center

10097 Oakland Dr, Portage, MI49024

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