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Wagner Dance Arts
4.6 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Ballet school in Mesa, Arizona
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 |
The programs they offer
“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.”
“Our child has never danced and she is picking it up really fast”
“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.”
What families & students say
“OUR DAUGHTER STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO & NOW OUR SON HAS JOINED. THEY BOTH LOVE IT .”
“Now we both dance there weekly, my daughter in the kinder class and my self in ballet and hip hop.”
“She is in the Dance Elite performance team and has loved being in parades, appearing at various events and making friends.”
“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.
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.
All three of my daughters have taken classes at Wagners over the years. Great family and teachers that are very knowledgeable. Best studio around.
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.
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.
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.
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