Ballet Absolute beginner Kids
Absolute Beginner Ballet.
at Chicago Contemporary Dance Theatre, Chicago · 5.0★ (9 Google reviews)
Next class
Sat, Oct 24, 9:00 AM
Saturdays 9:00 AM–9:45 AM
Ask first: Call +1800-420-2238 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 45-minute absolute beginner ballet class for kids, on Saturdays at 9:00 AM, at Chicago Contemporary Dance Theatre, 1200 W 35th St. The studio lists 9 classes a week: Ballet (3), Jazz (2), Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Saturday Summer Intensive, and Tap, and 4 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“July 6 – August 1”
DanceHow data
Ballet classes in Chicago
Every ballet class we track in Chicago, read from studio timetables.
269
ballet classes a week
78
studios teach it
22%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$19
median drop-in price
Ballet classes by day
Saturday is the busiest day for ballet in Chicago (43 of 193 dated classes). 22% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $19.
This week at Chicago Contemporary Dance Theatre
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Don’t forget it
Remind me before Sat, Oct 24
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609 Dance school
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first ballet class
Is ballet beginner-friendly for adults with no dance experience?
Absolutely. Ballet classes specifically designed for adult beginners assume zero prior experience and move at a pace that lets you learn foundational technique without feeling rushed. Many adult learners are returning to dance after years away or trying it for the first time, and studios increasingly run adult-only beginner classes where everyone's in the same boat.
What should I wear to my first ballet class?
Wear comfortable, moveable clothes like a t-shirt and leggings or soft trousers. Most beginners wear ballet flats or go barefoot. Tie your hair back loosely, remove jewellery, and bring a water bottle. You don't need special gear to start—keep it simple and practical.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
It's priced as a term, so you may need to book the whole block. Ask before you go: on chicdt.com or call +1800-420-2238.
How much is it?
$100 (term).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner for kids.
When does it run?
Every Saturday, 9:00 AM–9:45 AM.
Where is it?
Chicago Contemporary Dance Theatre, 1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: chicdt.com/classes/summer/
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 9 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.