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West Sound Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Ballet school in Silverdale, Washington
Plan your first class
- Class price classes around $39 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 360-692-4395
- Website & schedule westsounddanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7 pm |
| Thursday | 3–7 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I have been taking the Adult Ballet class for almost a year, and it has been so fun!”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and our kids have not only grown as dancers but also regained their love for certain styles of dance they didn't previously like as much!”
“My daughter started Toddler Ballet the fall of 2024 at West Sound Academy in Silverdale as we noticed her love of bouncing and moving.”
What families & students say
“I love my experience with Tasha, my instructor; she's casual but very knowledgeable, and breaks down techniques so tappers of any skill level can pick them up.”
“I love my experience with Tasha, my instructor; she's casual but very knowledgeable, and breaks down techniques so tappers of any skill level can pick them up.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and our kids have not only grown as dancers but also regained their love for certain styles of dance they didn't previously like as much!”
“My daughter's love the teachers and even when we took a two year break, when we inquired about coming back the teachers remembered us and were so excited.”
“She has developed a new confidence and independence from this experience and watching her spring recital was such a reward for her father and I to see her shine!”
“She has developed a new confidence and independence from this experience and watching her spring recital was such a reward for her father and I to see her shine!”
From the reviews
I've had a great time at West Sound Dance Academy. I started there almost a year ago, and I've loved every moment. I've wanted to learn tap dance for a long time, and wasn't able to find a school near me, but West Sound solved my problem by being in Silverdale, close enough for me to get to.
My daughter started Toddler Ballet the fall of 2024 at West Sound Academy in Silverdale as we noticed her love of bouncing and moving. She was 2 1/2 at the time and though the initial few weeks were a little adjustment for her, she was quickly excited about the new experience.
We danced with Irene's before WSDA acquired the studio. Robin and her team have worked hard to create a studio where 'For the Love of Dance' is very much alive! Classes are developmentally appropriate and recital costumes are as well. As an Army family my daughter danced at many different studios across the country.
The instructors all have great patience as they teach confidence and coordination to youngsters and oldsters alike. (I am 82 and a Fred Astaire wannabe, but never be). After 40 years as Irene’s Dance Studio, the school was about to close when Irene retired.
Adult ballet at West Sound Dance Academy
West Sound 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 West Sound 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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