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Wissahickon Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Ballet school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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 (215) 849-7950
- Website & schedule gomotionapp.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“WDA offers both a winter and spring show, giving children and adult dancers the chance to perform in front of their local community.”
“She is very patient with explaining to adult beginners such as myself and also good at challenging talented students.”
“If you want an accepting community for your children to learn and cultivate friendship, this is the dance community for you.”
“This studio was my second family while giving me excellent training in Vaganova style ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, and hip-hop.”
How they train
“This studio was my second family while giving me excellent training in Vaganova style ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, and hip-hop.”
What families & students say
“It's a super welcoming, supportive and fun environment, and Miss Christina's patience and ability to work with kids at different levels is amazing.”
“My daughter went to a week long camp and it was a lovely experience for her!”
“It's a super welcoming, supportive and fun environment, and Miss Christina's patience and ability to work with kids at different levels is amazing.”
“WDA offers both a winter and spring show, giving children and adult dancers the chance to perform in front of their local community.”
“I dance here in the adult ballet class with Cara.”
From the reviews
Growing up, dancing was the biggest part of my life. Wissahickon Dance Academy taught me discipline, commitment and friendship. This studio was my second family while giving me excellent training in Vaganova style ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, and hip-hop.
I dance here in the adult ballet class with Cara. She is a great instructor and she knows what she's doing. She is very patient with explaining to adult beginners such as myself and also good at challenging talented students. I recommend this studio.
I can't say enough good things about our experience at Wissahickon Dance Academy. My daughter has been taking the ballet classes with Miss Christina for more than a year, and has loved it!
My child has been a student at Wissahickon Dance Academy for seven years. WDA is dedicated to excellence and the power of dance.
Adult ballet at Wissahickon Dance Academy
Wissahickon Dance Academy 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 Wissahickon 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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