Ballet class students are shown above executing a soutenu a-la-seconde, as they warm up for the evening's Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk performances. Are there ballet classes near me, is not the only question to ask yourself when considering dance schools. Also ask, who has the best ballet classes for adults?

In addition to the ballet class offerings on this page, American Dance Institute offers a comprehensive selection of children's ballet classes for ages 5-7, for ages 8-10, kid's ballet classes for ages 11-14, and ballet lessons for Teenagers .

Ballet Classes For Adults: An Overview

Our ballet classes for adults include barre, center, stretching, adagio and allegro work and focus on both the physical and an intellectual understanding of how and why each movement should be executed.

All adult ballet classes include warm ups, technique, and combinations across the dance floor for a good cardio finish.

You'll develop strength, flexibility, grace, balance, poise and musicality along with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of ballet terminology and technique.

Our ballet class for beginners places you in classes with other beginners at or very close to your proficiency level.

"ballet classes for adults...wonderful"

Denise S. Wrote in a Google Review: "American Dance Institute has wonderful ballet classes for adults. I danced here off and on for several years and every class I took was excellent. The staff is super friendly and professional but approachable. I started out a beginner and felt welcome from day one. I was out of shape, believe me, but still felt loved and accepted by all. I moved out of the neighborhood to a new job in a new town and I miss ADI. Come to San Francisco!"

Adult Ballet Classes Schedule

Fall 2017

Greenwood & Magnolia Session began September 18, 2017

Find an adult ballet class that fits your schedule or change your schedule to a new class.

Adult Ballet Classes Greenwood

Ages 18-99

Ballet I

Mondays, 7:45-9:15 pm, Rebecca Barney, Studio #1

Wednesdays, 11:30 am-1:00 pm, Jenn Taranto, Studio #2

Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15 pm, Rebecca Barney, Studio #1

Sundays, 11:15 am-12:30 pm, Alyssa Brillinger, Studio #2

Ballet Classes For Adults Greenwood

Ballet II

Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15 pm, Maia Nowack, Studio #2

Thursdays, 8:00-9:15 pm, Alyssa Brillinger, Studio #2

Sundays, 12:00-1:30 pm, Jenn Taranto, Studio #1

Ballet Classes Greenwood

Intermediate Ballet

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm, Instructor Kara Burrows, Studio #1

Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 pm, Instructor Kara Burrows, Studio #1

Saturdays, 10:45 am-12:15 pm, Instructor Amy Beck, Studio #1

Pointe Classes Greenwood

(Must take at least 2 technique classes weekly in addition to the pointe class and have instructor approval to go on pointe.)

Pointe I

Saturday, 12:15-1:15 pm, Instructor Abby Zimmerman, Studio #1

Pointe II

Thursday, 8:00-9:00 pm, Instructor: Kara Burrows, Studio #1

Ballet Classes For Adults Magnolia

Ages 18-99

Ballet I/II

Thursdays, 6:45-8:00 pm, Margaret Behm

Ballet II

Mondays, 7:15-8:30 pm, Amy Beck

NEW! Shoreline Studio

Offering Adult Ballet Classes

Beginner & Intermediate Levels

Opening in January 2018!

Schedule TBA

1240 NE 175th St. Shoreline, Washington, 98155

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Class Pricing

Drop In Classes

Greenwood Studio: No Class Card? No Problem. Drop-in on any open Adult Intermediate or Advanced class at any time for only $21!

Magnolia Studio: Sorry, we do not offer drop-ins for adult classes in Magnolia. Until we have a solid number of full time students, we require full session registration.

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Beginning Ballet Classes For Adults

ADI has friendly, accommodating and non-competitive ballet classes.

What does non-competitive ballet classes mean in this context? It means that everyone competes with themselves, not with other students and not with you.

Ballet Studios: Some competitive ballet studios are filled with tension. Remove competitive behavior and a supportive and encouraging environment will flourish.

That is why you will always feel welcome in our ballet classes, and feel you belong in the class no matter your proficiency, body type or age. It is a fun and wonderful environment to learn in.

We understand that many people experience some apprehension when committing to a new dance class, especially ballet.

Our fabulous instructors break everything down so that you learn it quickly.

This ballet school is just what you need. Please try our classes and experience the joyful ADI difference.

Ballet School: Where is this Seattle ballet school?

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Adult students engaged in barre exercises during ballet classes for adults at American Dance Institute, Seattle

Meet Your Ballet Teachers

Rebecca Barney

Dig Deeper: Will Our Ballet School Be A Good Fit?

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Ballet Class Notes

Adult Beginning Ballet Classes

Ladies Attire: Black leotard (any style) and pink tights recommended. Alternately, students may wear black leggings with form fitting top; pink ballet slippers. Hair pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

Gents: Black tights or dance pants, white T-shirt, black or white ballet slippers.

Adult Intermediate Ballet Classes

Attire: Any comfortable dance attire is acceptable.

Attire Available at Center Stage Capezio 5261 University Way NE, Seattle WA 98115 (527-4697)

A List Of Dress Codes For All Of Our Classes May Be More Helpful.

Class Meeting Frequency

Adult Ballet: While we recommend taking classes twice or more a week to facilitate progress, we can accommodate you in just one class if that is what works best for you. Mixing dance styles will also give you excellent cross-training (i.e. Two Ballet classes and a Contemporary class) and you'll see results much faster. However, if time or budget restraints mean taking only one class per week, then we will help you make the most of your class.

Pointe Class Note: Students must take at least two ballet technique classes per week in addition to the pointe class to be eligible for pointe.

What does an excellent ballet school look like?

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ADI's ballet classes for adults cater to new-beginning, intermediate and advanced ballet students. Come learn, dance and experience the joy that only dancers know.

It has non-competitive ballet classes where everyone competes with themselves and not fellow students. No competition makes for friendly teachers and classmates so you will always feel welcome and accepted.
It's a ballet class where the teacher understands that the pace of the class has to be good for you and knows how to balance that pace for everyone.

Dance studios have 'sprung' wood floors that 'give' to protect knees, feet, and ankles. Run away from studios with padding & hardwood over concrete. The standard padding inserted between concrete and hardwood does not 'give' enough to protect dancer's feet. And heaven forbid, run, run away from dance studios with just concrete or linoleum on floors. Ignoring this advice can result in serious early injury to knees, ankles, and feet.
A school with accommodating school policies, like a 100% money back guarantee if you don't like your class for any reason, your health or schedule changes unexpectedly.

Expert dance teachers who know how to give you personalized attention so you can learn faster and progress further.

What do adult Ballet students say about these Ballet classes?

Besides adult ballet classes, we offer classes for adults including Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Flamenco, and Tap. Read a summary about there classes on our Adult Dance Program page.

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Great ballet training without judgement or pretentiousness.

"When I moved to Seattle, ADI was immediately inviting, open, and welcoming in every way. The studios, directorship, and staff offer a home for great training without judgement or pretentiousness."

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Deena & Ariel in an Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk performance.

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American Dance Institute Students Sofia & Deena performing for Greenwood-Phinney Art Walk.

Adult Ballet Class Ratings

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Personalized attention
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Consistently Excellent Dance Instruction

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Instructor Kara Burrows

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24 customer reviews.

Classes Kara Teaches

Ballet. Pointe, Contemporary

Testimonials/Comments

"I love her musicality and how she personally connects with us - the adults in her class. I like that she is firm with the kids but also inspiring."

I love coming to class, it's always challenging, but Kara is always patient and willing to explain and re-explain if needed.

Dedicated to students and ballet.

Kara makes all classes super fun and never lets anyone get frustrated. No matter what the issue is you feel you're facing, Kara will help knock it aside by any means necessary.

Energetic, smiley, invested and skilled. She uses good analogies when trying to explain moves.

Bright and energetic. A joy to learn from.

Encouraging and kind

Constructive feedback, positive energy, encouraging

Kara has 16 additional ratings of 'Consistently Awesome-5 stars'

Kara's Bio

Kara Rochelle (Dominick) Burrows received her early training at Ballet Basics from Connie Benson, and at Ballet Idaho Academy in Boise, ID under the direction of Jeff and Cathy Giese and Lisa Moon.

In 2006, she was graduated Suma Cum Laude from the Cornish College of the Arts. At Cornish, Kara performed in works by Sahra Slipper, Deb Wolf, Donald Byrd, Pat Hon, Jose Limon, Martha Graham and others.

She has been a dance ambassador and model for Lululemon Athletica in Bellevue, WA. She danced for three seasons with Ballet Bellevue, and in 2012, was a demi-soloist in their original production of “Handel’s Messiah: Opera Ballet.”;In Seattle, she danced for six seasons with Dance Contemporary, directed by Tesee George, and two seasons with Lilianna Koledin and Jessica Schroeder as part of the LKJ Project.

She has performed in numerous, well-known Seattle showcases, including:
Seattle International Dance Festival’s Spotlight on Seattle, Evoke Productions: Full Tilt, MOVE Tacoma, Chop Shop Bodies of Work.

Kara is in her ninth year teaching ballet, pointe, and contemporary at American Dance Institute in Seattle, WA.

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Yes, ballet teachers laugh. Kara Burrows, long time ballet instructor with American Dance Institute, laughs during class and perfectly embodies serious instruction and a fun spirit. This is American Dance Institute.

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Ballet and Contemporary dance teacher Kara Burrows with American Dance Institute student Rachel, participants in Seattle Summer Streets festival.

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Dance teacher, Kara Borrows, with American Dance Institute performing in a local dance performance.

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Kara Burrows waits with her Jr. Ballet students just before their performance at a Greenwood Phinney art walk event.

Instructor Rebecca Barney

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21 customer reviews.

Rebecca teaches:

Jazz

Contemporary

Adult Ballet

Teen Ballet

Testimonials/Comments

For kids and adults alike, Rebecca is a creative, engaged, inspiring instructor. She clearly has high expectations for her students and it's exciting and rewarding to work hard in her classes. She's a lot of fun and does a terrific job.

Lisa Stiffler
ADI Parent & Student

She is great at knowing when to make corrections without being overwhelming. She's a great dancer to watch and is always able to demonstrate proper form.

A. T.
ADI Student

I always took home something new from her class regarding muscle groups used for various positions, very detailed in explaining movement and I like how she is keen on teaching you the right way if she sees you not getting it. She will focus on you but also involve the rest of the class. I think her choreography at the end of the year is very good.

Miranda F.
ADI Student

Rebecca is really great about breaking down the steps and technique for beginners!

Bobbi T.
ADI Student

She's knowledgeable and supportive!

Irene H.
ADI Student

She has high expectations of the dancers and teaches technique well.

Stella B.
ADI Student

Becca is wonderful.

Melissa K.
ADI Parent

“Great with the kids, knowledgeable.”

Mark W.
ADI Parent

13 additional students rated Rebecca 'Consistently Awesome-5 stars'.

Rebecca's Bio

Rebecca has been teaching dance at American Dance Institute since 2010.

She was graduated Cornish College of the Arts with a Bachelor Fine Arts degree.

Rebecca Greenfield began her formal Ballet training at Southwest Washington Dance Center with Hugh Bigney and continued her education with Dean Speer, Jehrin Alexandria, and Stephanie Saland.

She has completed summer intensives with Summer Dance Lab, Northwest Dance Intensive, Spectrum Dance Theater, and Strictly Seattle.

Rebecca worked closely under the mentorship of Danielle Brosco and danced with Brosco’s company Blacken Tan Dance for over ten years including performances at the “Seattle Fringe Festival” and “12 Minutes Max” for On the Boards.

She performed a work by Donald Byrd in Seattle’s “Dance This! 2010” and recently completed a season with 127th St Dance.

Over the last 10 years, Rebecca has taught ballet, pointe, partnering, hula and modern. She was a co-director of S.W.D.C’s production of “The Nutcracker” for 5 years.

Interesting Facts

Rebecca was graduated Cornish College of the Arts with a Bachelor Fine Arts degree.

She was a Co-Director of South West Dance Company's production of 'The Nutcracker' for 5 years.

She recently completed a season with the 127th Street Dance company in Seattle.

Rebecca has performed in many Seattle iconic performances.

Rebecca Barney dance instructor for american dance institute participating in a core building exercise.

Working out in a contemporary dance class.

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Rebecca's graduation photo from Cornish College of the Arts.

Instructor Amy Beck

Name: Adult Ballet Classes Page
Brand: American Dance Institute
Rating: 4 (68 reviews)

9 student reviews.

Classes Amy Teaches

Ballet

Parent Toddler

Pre-Ballet

Children's Ballet

Testimonials /Comments

I like how she works with the girls, firm but not mean. She has a fun way of showing of correcting them by using examples of the difference.

Heather B.
ADI Parent

Amy is consistently awesome and she has boosted my daughters confidence and love for ballet!! She has a would quiet teaching style that is fun and enjoyable!!!

Xanasha R.
ADI Parent

Consistently awesome!

Johnna E.
ADI Parent

6 additional students rated Amy 'Consistently Awesome -5 stars'.

Amy's Bio

In 1991, 4 year old Amy boldly announced to her mother that she was ready to be a dancer. Her mother obliged and Amy has been dancing with American Dance Institute ever since progressing through our Creative Dance, Pre-Ballet, Children’s Ballet, Junior Ballet and Teen/Adult Ballet programs.

She participated in and taught dance classes while she attended the University of Portland, but she pursued her passion for language, majoring in English and German. She is now pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching.

She has always loved the welcoming atmosphere at ADI, and was thrilled to join the teaching staff at ADI in 2011. Amy teaches Parent/Toddler, Creative Dance, Pre-Ballet and Children’s Ballet.

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Amy Beck executing an attitude derriere, modern dance classes

Amy executing an attitude derriere position with the Pacific ocean as her backdrop.

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Amy playing at the beach and showing off her attitude devant ballet position.

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Amy executing a grand plie in the first position.

Instructor Alyssa Brillinger

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Allyssa Brillinger teaches tap dance classes for American Dance Institute

6 Student reviews.

Classes Alyssa Teaches

Ballet
Children's Pre-Ballet

Tap Dancing

Parent Toddler
Children's Creative

Alyssa Brillinger's Bio

Alyssa is from Grand Rapids, Michigan, and she began her dance training there at the Academy of Dance Arts. She hold a BA in English from Hope College in Holland, Michigan where she minored Dance.

While at Hope, she studied under instructors associated with the Ailey School, Alonzo King LINES training program, the Joffrey Ballet, Lehrer Dance, Rennie Harris Puremovement, Nikolais/Louis, and Pilobolus.

She danced in several faculty and student-choreographed performances, and she choreographed several pieces that were performed on campus and within the community.

Alyssa is trained in the Cecchetti Ballet technique as well as in tap, jazz, modern, and pointe. She teaches creative movement classes within various Seattle schools and day care centers.

Testimonials

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Emily H. Seattle

We just finished our parent and toddler class with Miss Alyssa. As a former early educator with a little one who is on the tender/sensitive side, I believe we couldn't have had a better experience and teacher. It was a creative, casual environment where our daughter could watch the other children and adults until she was comfortable participating. Additionally, our daughter went from observing most of the time to doing all the movements and songs at home and participating in the entire class. As parents, it was truly rewarding watching our daughter gain confidence and enthusiasm in expressing herself through dance in front of others.

Miss Alyssa is warm, personable, and knows how to involve and engage the toddlers with their different personalities. She keeps things moving along, with enough predictability for the toddlers to anticipate the next part of the class. I had other friends do the parent and toddler class, and when they hear about our class experience, they say they wish they had Miss Alyssa too! I can't say enough positive things about her, especially if you have a slow-to-warm little one as we do.

This was a wonderful experience for our whole family. Our daughter gained so much confidence and excitement for creative movement through this experience. Thanks, ADI and Miss Alyssa! We hope to be back

"Very patient Instructor and teaches at a nice pace. ""Consistently Awesome 5 stars" Trisha Creaven

"Consistently Awesome 5 stars " Annalisa Steinnes

"Consistently Awesome 5 stars " Brenna Steinnes

"Consistently Awesome 5 stars " Erica Crane

'Consistently Awesome - 5 stars' Anonymous

Margaret Behm

Margaret's Bio

Originally from Fort Collins, CO, Margaret holds a BFA in Dance and a Minor in Women & Gender Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder. She has been a member of Louder than Words Dancetheatre in Denver, CO and most recently with Keshet Dance Company in Albuquerque, NM.

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Margaret has directed the pre-professional programs at Mountain Dance in Fort Collins, where she also grew up dancing. At Keshet Dance Company, her teaching experience was diverse and included teaching Adaptive dance, working with dancers with disabilities.

Margaret is a dance and teaching artist with an affinity for improvisation, and a desire to explore the infinite ways her body moves. As a teacher, she takes pride in guiding others’ discoveries of their dancing bodies, and wants everyone to feel empowered to take up space in the world.

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Margaret is new to Seattle and incredibly excited to get involved with the dance community and to be joining the staff at ADI.

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ADI instructor Margaret Behm with students Sara, Jessica, Carly, Sophia and Ann at our first Junior/Teen Intermediate Jazz class at our new Magnolia studio. Great work tonight girls. So happy to have you in our ADI family.

Instructor Jenn Taranto

Based on 9 reviews.

Jenn's Bio

American Dance Institute welcomes Jennifer Taranto to their teaching staff. Jennifer has been teaching at The School of Classical Ballet for the last 2 years.

Jenn began her ballet training in Warwick, NY at the age of 10. While in high school, Jenn studied at the Joffrey Ballet School, American Ballet Theatre and the New York Ballet Institute where she received her most intensive training. Here, Jenn was trained in the Vaganova method from former students of The Kirov Academy of St. Petersburg. She continues to pass down this style of ballet to her students, with its clean lines and a strong emphasis on port de bras.

Jenn loves choreographing and teaching.

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Testimonials

Jenn is wonderful with the kids - always very patient even their wild moments! Anon

Jenn Taranto! She's been great. Some parents say Jenn's instruction has produced marked improvement. It's exciting! Phyllis Fletcher

" Great-4 Stars, She was excellent and made the class everything I hoped it would be." Linda Huizingh

"Jenn Taranto is the BEST ballet teacher I've ever had in my life. I wish you had more of her classes." Muratani

Attentive, inspiring, brought the entire class along on a path of progress! Parisa

"Consistently awesome - 5 Stars" Marina Knisely

"Consistently awesome - 5 Stars" Cezanne Ezekiel

"Consistently awesome - 5 Stars" Anonomous

Maia Nowack

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Mia Nowack is a dance teacher for American Dance Institute

Maia grew up dancing in Seattle, then went to Northwestern University in Evanston where she graduated suma cum laude with a Bachelors in Theatre and a minor in Dance. While there, she performed in works by Chicago based choreographers including Jeff Hancock, Joel Valentin Martinez, and Maray Gutierrez.

She has also participated in Strictly Seattle and Dance This! intensives in Seattle. She has taught both drama and dance to students in the Evanston School District, and interned at Seattle Children's Theatre, where she is now a teaching apprentice.

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Maia Nowack and her pesky friend.

Maia Nowack with first tap class in American Dance Institute's first Magnolia tap dancing class.

Adult tap students Christine and Cheryl with instructor Maia Nowack in our first tap class in Magnolia.

Adult Ballet Classes

Ballet Classes For Adults: An Overview

"ballet classes for adults...wonderful"

Adult Ballet Classes Schedule

Fall 2017

Greenwood & Magnolia Session began September 18, 2017

Adult Ballet Classes Greenwood

Ballet Classes For Adults Greenwood

Ballet Classes Greenwood

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm, Instructor Kara Burrows, Studio #1

Pointe Classes Greenwood

Ballet Classes For Adults Magnolia

NEW! Shoreline Studio

Offering Adult Ballet Classes

Opening in January 2018!

Drop In Classes

Greenwood Studio: No Class Card? No Problem. Drop-in on any open Adult Intermediate or Advanced class at any time for only $21!

Beginning Ballet Classes For Adults

Ballet School: Where is this Seattle ballet school?

Dance Studio Locations ﻿H﻿ere

Dig Deeper: Will Our Ballet School Be A Good Fit?

Ballet Class Notes

Adult Beginning Ballet Classes

Ladies Attire: Black leotard (any style) and pink tights recommended. Alternately, students may wear black leggings with form fitting top; pink ballet slippers. Hair pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

Gents: Black tights or dance pants, white T-shirt, black or white ballet slippers.

Adult Intermediate Ballet Classes

Attire: Any comfortable dance attire is acceptable.

A List Of Dress Codes For All Of Our Classes May Be More Helpful.

Class Meeting Frequency

What does an excellent ballet school look like?

ADI's ballet classes for adults cater to new-beginning, intermediate and advanced ballet students. Come learn, dance and experience the joy that only dancers know.

Great ballet training without judgement or pretentiousness.

"When I moved to Seattle, ADI was immediately inviting, open, and welcoming in every way. The studios, directorship, and staff offer a home for great training without judgement or pretentiousness."

Adult Ballet Class Ratings

Instructor Kara Burrows

Classes Kara Teaches

Testimonials/Comments

Kara's Bio

Instructor Rebecca Barney

Testimonials/Comments

Rebecca's Bio

Instructor Amy Beck

Classes Amy Teaches

Testimonials /Comments

Amy's Bio

Instructor Alyssa Brillinger

Classes Alyssa Teaches

Alyssa Brillinger's Bio

Testimonials

Emily H. Seattle

Margaret Behm

Margaret's Bio

Instructor Jenn Taranto

Jenn's Bio

Testimonials

Maia Nowack

Dance Studio Locations Here