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North Ballet Theatre
4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Ballet school in Otsego, Minnesota
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 age 12 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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
- 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 +1 763-242-2993
- Website & schedule northballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My children have literally grown up there (since 2015) and we have seen many instructors come and go as there have been many seasons of change in leadership and ownership.”
“They offer amazing technique classes, pas de duex, pointe classes, and much more!”
“I am dancing for their conservatory program at the current moment and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
“On top of this I also get to dance in competitions because of my opportunity to have private lessons with Anthony.”
What families & students say
“He has a remarkable gift for helping dancers refine their technique and understands how to help each individually to prosper and grow.”
“Our family has been part of North Ballet for over a decade, it has been like a second home for our daughters over the many years.”
“They have become gifted performers and community leaders as they have risen to every challenge and opportunity for growth that Anthony has given to them.”
“Under the visionary direction of this company, dance ceases to be just a performance and becomes a transcendental experience.”
“NBT’s teachers have pushed me to find a passion I didn’t know existed, and now, because of them, I feel as if I can pursue this career professionally.”
From the reviews
Our family has been part of North Ballet Theater for six years, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. I have two boys training here, and since the new studio director, Anthony, we have been incredibly impressed with the growth and quality of the men’s program over the past year and a half.
I had such an amazing experience at NBT, and Anthony’s leadership made it even better. His dedication, passion, and commitment to the dancers truly stood out. He created a positive and encouraging environment where everyone felt supported and motivated to improve.
I’ve been dancing at North Ballet Theater since 2013, when I was just two years old, and I honestly couldn’t ask for a better studio. It has been my second home for almost my entire life, and it has helped me grow so much, not only as a dancer but also as a person. The training at North Ballet Theater is exceptional.
A Masterclass in Movement! If you want to witness the absolute best ballet in the area, look no further. Under the visionary direction of this company, dance ceases to be just a performance and becomes a transcendental experience.
Adult ballet at North Ballet Theatre
North Ballet Theatre 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 North Ballet Theatre
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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