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Wagner Dance Arts

4.6 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Ballet school in Mesa, Arizona

Ballet school Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (480) 844-4254
  • Website & schedule wagnerdancearts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8 PM
Tuesday 4–8 PM
Wednesday 4–8 PM
Thursday 4–8 PM
Friday Closed
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 Wagner Dance Arts, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💃 Adult Ballet 3 mentions

“Going back to dance as an adult was daunting, but the teachers are so welcoming, invest so much in their students (even the adults), and create a sense of community.”

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🌱 Adult Beginner Ballet

“Our child has never danced and she is picking it up really fast”

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🌸 Kids Ballet 14 mentions

“I enrolled my daughter here a few months ago and I am really impressed with the work they do to keep every dancer on their toes.”

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🩰 Pointe

“This year she earned her pointe shoes.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 38 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“OUR DAUGHTER STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO & NOW OUR SON HAS JOINED. THEY BOTH LOVE IT .”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 5 mentions

“Now we both dance there weekly, my daughter in the kinder class and my self in ballet and hip hop.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 7 mentions

“She is in the Dance Elite performance team and has loved being in parades, appearing at various events and making friends.”

💃 great for adults 3 mentions

“I've been a part of their adult program for over a year now and I can't say enough how much I love this studio.”

From the reviews

Best decision I've ever made for my girls!!!!!! My girls absolutely love it here. Staff is amazing and caring!!!!! Super blessed to have found this dance studio!!! teacher's take their time when teaching difficult techniques and I can see my girls improving each week its such a blessing best money ever spent.

★★★★★ — Pamela, May 2020

She had an amazing time @ Wagner Dance Arts . They were welcoming and very patience. Diverse group of students, all ready to dance their little hearts out !! #dancemomlife #dancemom . I'll keep y'all updated.

★★★★★ — Braids247, Oct 2022

All three of my daughters have taken classes at Wagners over the years. Great family and teachers that are very knowledgeable. Best studio around.

★★★★★ — Kelly, Mar 2017

WAGNER DANCE ARTS IS THE BEST!! OUR DAUGHTER STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO & NOW OUR SON HAS JOINED. THEY BOTH LOVE IT . THEY BEEN ON PLAYS ,EVENTS & MADE NEW FRIENDS ALONG THE WAY . THEY'VE LEARNED ALOT FROM STAFF THROUGHOUT THE YEAR & WILL CONTINUE FOR MANY MORE YEARS TO COME.

★★★★★ — Cesar, Jan 2024

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Adult ballet at Wagner Dance Arts

Wagner Dance Arts runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Wagner Dance Arts

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 Wagner Dance Arts

1949 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ85203

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