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Westlake Dance Center

4.7 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Ballet school in Seattle, Washington

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for age 12 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Class price classes around $15 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 206-475-4768
  • Website & schedule westlakedancecenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 5:30–8:30 pm
Friday 5:30–8:30 pm
Saturday 9 am–3 pm
Sunday 10:30 am–4 pm

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 41 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“I can do advanced classes but also try new styles at a beginner level.”

From the reviews

Love this studio. Very encouraging space with very talented teachers. Students of all levels. No fuss either -- just drop in when you feel like it and come as you are. So thankful to have somewhere that I can dance as an adult, as many other studios are tailored to 18 and under.

★★★★★ — Leigha, Jul 2019

Love Juliana’s class, interesting and can learn a lot! Also, really hope dance center can open at Seattle, save much commute then.

★★★★★ — Tom, Feb 2020

I tried a bunch of studios and feel the most at home at westlake! I can do advanced classes but also try new styles at a beginner level. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Natalie, Jan 2022

Have taken their modern, ballet and hip hop classes. Great instructors and really friendly, fun environment. Free parking is available too.

★★★★★ — Buffy, Feb 2024

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Your first ballet class at Westlake Dance Center

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 Westlake Dance Center

10004 Aurora Ave N Suite #6, Seattle, WA98133

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