Experience the joy of ballet in a class created especially for absolute beginners! These classes provide a welcoming and supportive space where adults of all ages can feel comfortable exploring ballet for the very first time—or returning after many years away.

Students learn the essentials of classical ballet through simple barre and center work, focusing on posture, alignment, and vocabulary while building strength, balance, and flexibility. The emphasis is on steady progress and personal growth, not perfection.

No one is ever “too old” to start ballet. Nervous adults are especially welcome—you’ll find encouragement, community, and joy in every class.

Class size is limited to maintain a personalized and comfortable experience. Preregistering each week is required to secure your spot and receive the focused attention you deserve. You can click HERE to register for the classes each week.

This class is the natural next step after Absolute Beginner Ballet, designed for adults ready to deepen their skills while continuing to build confidence. Students work on correct posture, classical positions of the feet, arms, and head, and begin tackling slightly more intricate exercise progressions that strengthen alignment, control, and balance.

The supportive environment allows dancers to refine their fundamentals at their own pace while gaining a stronger foundation for future growth. It’s ideal for those with some ballet or dance experience—or anyone who feels ready to move beyond the very first steps.

This level bridges beginner fundamentals and the challenges of intermediate ballet, giving dancers the tools and confidence to progress further. Classes focus on expanding ballet vocabulary, refining technique, and learning more complex combinations while continuing to build strength, flexibility, and precision.

Though structured to prepare dancers for intermediate study, this class also welcomes those who find fulfillment at this level and wish to continue practicing without pressure to advance. It nurtures both technical growth and artistic enjoyment, making it an ideal place to either solidify skills or prepare for the next stage of training.

Participants should have at least one year of ballet experience at the beginner level to ensure they can benefit fully from the advanced beginner curriculum.

Our Intermediate Ballet classes are designed for dancers who are ready to move beyond foundational training and embrace more complex technique. Following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, students refine posture, alignment, and turnout while developing musicality, stamina, and artistry. Classwork includes barre and center exercises that challenge dancers to connect steps fluidly, master balances and turns, and strengthen jumps with precision and control.

The Tuesday class is ideal for adult dancers, offering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere at a slightly more relaxed pace than our other Intermediate classes. It’s perfect for those advancing their skills or returning to ballet after time away, striking a balance between challenge and encouragement.

The Wednesday and Saturday classes are mixed groups of teens and adults, with more teens than adults participating. These classes move at a faster pace, creating an energetic and engaging environment for dancers looking to push their technique further while sharing the studio with a younger group.

No matter which class you choose, Intermediate Ballet nurtures technical mastery, confidence, and artistry, helping each dancer continue progressing on their ballet journey.

Build a strong, safe pathway to pointe with Pre-Pointe Foundations, a 6-session limited series offered across two date blocks (March/April and June) and taught by Artistic Director Melanie Kirk-Stauffer. This series is designed to meet the growing interest in pointe training at DTNW while reinforcing the technique, strength, and alignment dancers need before moving into ongoing pointe work. Attendance will help determine whether this class becomes a permanent part of our schedule.

Pre-Pointe Foundations focuses on the building blocks of pointe readiness, including foot and ankle strength, intrinsic foot control, turnout support, core stability, placement, and the mechanics of rising safely through the foot. Class includes targeted conditioning, alignment coaching, and foundational barre work that helps dancers understand what instructors look for when assessing pointe readiness, with an emphasis on injury prevention and healthy progression.

This class is ideal for teen and adult dancers who are working toward pointe and are already training consistently. Dancers should have at least six months of consistent ballet training beyond an introductory level, with a working knowledge of basic vocabulary, alignment, and barre technique. Dancers who are new to pointe are welcome to attend en pointe, and dancers preparing for pointe may participate in flat shoes while building readiness.

Instructor approval is not required for this class. (Please note: DTNW’s other pointe classes do require instructor approval prior to registration.) Space is limited (Studio B), so advance booking is strongly encouraged to reserve your spot.

Students are required to bring an exercise band to each class.

Current DTNW enrolled students: This series counts as a regular class and may be attended using your class card.

New to DTNW: Guest dancers are welcome to attend at the $20 drop-in rate per session. For this limited series, enrollment is not required, but you will need to create a Mindbody account and complete our waiver before attending.

Take your ballet training to new heights with our Beginning Pointe and Variations class. This class introduces dancers to the foundations of pointe work, with a strong focus on building the strength, alignment, and control needed for safe progress. Students begin with targeted foot and leg conditioning, followed by barre work and simple center exercises that gradually develop balance, articulation, and confidence en pointe.

A unique feature of this class is its flexibility. Dancers may participate in flat shoes as they build readiness for pointe or join en pointe if they have already begun this journey. Both pathways are supported so every dancer can safely develop the skills needed for pointe technique.

Instructor approval is required. Dancers should check in with their DTNW teacher to confirm they have a solid ballet foundation and are already studying at the intermediate level in one of our ballet classes. This helps ensure that every dancer enters pointe work with the strength, stability, and technical grounding needed to train safely and confidently.

Designed for intermediate and advanced dancers, these classes push students to refine and expand their pointe work while developing greater artistry and performance quality. Building on foundational technique, classes include challenging barre and center exercises, intricate combinations, advanced balances, and preparations for multiple turns and pirouettes.

Dancers will also explore classical variations, applying their technique in performance-based settings, and will be introduced to Pas de Deux work, focusing on the fundamentals of partnering, weight-sharing, and coordination with a partner. The emphasis throughout is on strength, control, and artistry, helping dancers reach new levels in both technique and expression.

Instructor approval is required for these advanced/intermediate classes. Dancers must demonstrate strong pointe technique along with a thorough understanding of ballet vocabulary and movement to ensure readiness for this level.

Discover the fun and joy of tap dance in our Beginner Tap class, designed for adults and teens! This class focuses on Broadway-style and rhythm tap, introducing you to the foundational steps and rhythms of this energetic dance form. Learn a new vocabulary of tap moves, including brush, flap, hop, shuffle, stamp, stomp, and basic turns, all in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you’re brand new to tap or looking to revisit the basics, this class will help you develop coordination, timing, and musicality while having a blast.

No prior tap experience is required. This class is open to all adults and teens eager to explore the basics of tap dance.

Step into the rhythm and excitement of our Intermediate Tap class for adults and teens! This class focuses on Broadway-style and rhythm tap dance, blending classic time steps, breaks, and intricate footwork with expressive combinations and routines. Designed for dancers who already have some tap experience, this class will help expand your tap dance vocabulary while refining timing, coordination, and musicality. Whether you want to perfect your technique or bring more personality and style to your performance, this class offers the perfect opportunity to build skills and confidence in a fun, supportive environment.

With a mix of dynamic exercises and choreography, students will work on mastering rhythm, precision, and expression. You’ll leave each class with a deeper understanding of tap and an appreciation for its lively, energetic style!

This class is open to intermediate dancers who have prior tap experience and are ready to expand their skills and repertoire.

Discover the energy and versatility of jazz dance in our Jazz classes for teens and adults, welcoming dancers of all levels—from beginners to those with more experience. Set to popular music from both the past and present, the classes focuses on building the technical and expressive abilities essential for concert jazz and musical theater. With an emphasis on line, phrasing, coordination, and injury prevention, you’ll explore the foundational postures and movements of American Jazz Dance, while also learning a variety of lyrical and Latin jazz styles.

Class sessions include warm-ups, stretching, floor work, technique, and across-the-floor combinations, ensuring a well-rounded experience. Whether you’re new to jazz or seeking to expand your skills, this class offers something for everyone!

Get moving, feel great, and have fun in our Dance Fitness – Low Impact classes! These classes combine simple dance-inspired cardio moves with light toning exercises, all set to upbeat, popular music. The pace is easy to follow, making it perfect for anyone—no dance or fitness experience required.

Designed to be gentle on the joints, this class keeps the impact low while still giving you the benefits of a full-body workout. You’ll build strength, improve flexibility, and boost your energy—all while smiling, moving, and enjoying yourself in a supportive group environment.

Whether you’re brand new to exercise or just looking for a fun, stress-free way to stay active, this class is for you. Come ready to move, laugh, and leave feeling refreshed and accomplished!

Take time for yourself in our Stretch & Tone class—a calming, low-impact workout designed to leave you feeling strong, flexible, and refreshed. Through gentle stretching and toning exercises, you’ll improve muscle strength, increase your range of motion, and support better posture and balance, all while reducing stress.

This class is ideal for anyone, no matter your fitness level or experience. Whether you’re looking to ease tight muscles, build a healthier routine, or simply enjoy an hour of mindful movement, Stretch & Tone provides a welcoming environment where you can work at your own pace.

Come ready to relax, recharge, and discover how good your body can feel.

Find strength, balance, and peace in our Gentle Yoga class. Through mindful movement and breath, you’ll flow through yoga poses that stretch and strengthen the body while calming the mind. Each class is designed to leave you feeling centered, relaxed, and re-energized.

Perfect for beginners and experienced yogis alike, this class offers modifications for every pose so you can work at your own pace. Whether you’re looking to increase flexibility, build stability, or simply carve out a quiet space in your week, Gentle Yoga provides a safe and supportive environment for everyone.