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The Dance Movement

5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Ballet school in Erie, Colorado

Ballet school Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (303) 604-6530
  • Website & schedule thedancemovement.net — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–9 PM
Tuesday 4–9 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–9 PM
Friday 4–9 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 The Dance Movement, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 11 mentions

“This studio has produced National championship winning routines and has working professional kids in the arts/entertainment industry attending it.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 5 mentions

“My older daughter loves the attention to detail that the instructors give and has improved greatly as a dancer.”

🩰 strong technique & training 4 mentions

“My 18 month old has already learned several ballet/tap techniques under the training of owner Kelly Smith.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Hands down the best studio for technical training at all levels in the North Denver / Boulder community.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“Their focus on technique has fundamentally changed the way my daughter dances. We love the community and the teachers are consistent (low turn-over) and amazing.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 5 mentions

“I cannot speak highly enough about the level of coaching and choreography that my girls have received, not to mention the warm and supportive environment of this studio.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“This studio has produced National championship winning routines and has working professional kids in the arts/entertainment industry attending it.”

From the reviews

We drive past 3 different dance studios just to dance at TDM. My older daughter loves the attention to detail that the instructors give and has improved greatly as a dancer. She can't wait to get to her home away from home everyday.

★★★★★ — Courtney, Jan 2018

Moving to TDM from a much larger studio two years ago was the best move for my daughter. Their focus on technique has fundamentally changed the way my daughter dances. We love the community and the teachers are consistent (low turn-over) and amazing. Smaller classes means more corrections and attention.

★★★★★ — Olivia, Apr 2026

I am impressed every time I walk in the doors of this studio. This studio employs such an experienced and professional staff and I am thrilled that my daughter gets to learn from them! I know that we have found our dance home!

★★★★★ — Keeli, Aug 2015

Hands down the best studio for technical training at all levels in the North Denver / Boulder community. This studio has the most loving, supportive and joyful environment!

★★★★★ — Lisa, Sep 2024

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Your first ballet class at The Dance Movement

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 The Dance Movement

1012 Carbon Ct, Erie, CO80516

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