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Mt. Hood Dance Academy
4.4 ★★★★☆ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Gresham, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 503-667-6698
- Website & schedule mthooddance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | 3–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My granddaughter has been taking classes here for several years and continues to enjoy the experience.”
What families & students say
“My daughter is now 10 and she loves this studio.”
“They put on an awesome recital twice a year, and they really foster a love of dance.”
From the reviews
I just signed my daughter up for classes for the first time and even though I don't have any actual class experience to review, I have to say I have been utterly impressed with the communication from this studio.
My daughter has been going here for 7 years. We wouldn’t go anywhere else! The instruction here is top notch and everyone is like family. If you are looking for good structure and a positive atmosphere... This is your place. There are competitive levels for all ages and skill levels. When we chose Mt.
A very cute studio with lots of energy and lots of love for teaching young dancers to LOVE the art of dance...:)
My daughter started ballet at this studio when she was 3 y.o. Miss Brittany took her under her wings and made her feel safe, comfortable and confident enough to explore tap, jazz, musical theater, and lyrical. The teachers are caring and amazing. My daughter is now 10 and she loves this studio.
Adult ballet at Mt. Hood Dance Academy
Mt. Hood Dance Academy 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 Mt. Hood 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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