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Motivating Movement Creative Space

4.8 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Gilbert, Arizona

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
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  • Phone (480) 276-5717
  • Website & schedule motivatingmovementcs.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 1–9 PM
Tuesday 1–9 PM
Wednesday 12–9 PM
Thursday 1–9 PM
Friday 1–9 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 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 Motivating Movement Creative Space, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 3 mentions

“Miss Betsy is incredibly patient with young kids and truly has a gift.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 2 mentions

“Beginners to Advanced dancers…hip hop to tap … toddlers to adults… family friendly and customized programs, this place has space for everyone!”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 16 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Beginners to Advanced dancers…hip hop to tap … toddlers to adults… family friendly and customized programs, this place has space for everyone!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 7 mentions

“Even before we officially joined, we were coming to recitals, holiday performances, and weekly visits and we were always treated with kindness and warmth.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“Even before we officially joined, we were coming to recitals, holiday performances, and weekly visits and we were always treated with kindness and warmth.”

From the reviews

Our daughter loves going to dance here! She has learned so much in a short amount of time. We love all of the instructors and would highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Drew, Jun 2021

My daughter couldn’t be happier than she is at MMCS. We made this move after our studio of 6+ years closed abruptly and we haven’t looked back. I am so grateful for the positive, uplifting environment Ms. Lyss has created and thankful she has a team of coaches & teachers who continue to foster this every day!

★★★★★ — Amanda, Apr 2022

Our Daughters attend this studio on their Competitive Team and the teachers are amazing, professional, and very kind. They work so well to adapt to each individual dancers needs without making anyone feel not part of a team. I would highly recommend this studio.

★★★★★ — Chelsea, Jul 2021

This space has something for everyone! Beginners to Advanced dancers…hip hop to tap … toddlers to adults… family friendly and customized programs, this place has space for everyone!

★★★★★ — Andrea, Jun 2024

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Your first ballet class at Motivating Movement Creative Space

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 Motivating Movement Creative Space

2570 S Val Vista Dr #104, Gilbert, AZ85295

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