Ballet Absolute beginner Kids
Absolute Beginner Ballet.
at Miss Ella's French Baby Ballet/IMA Academy, Portland
Next class
Sat, Oct 24, 10:00 AM
Saturdays 10:00 AM–10:45 AM
Ask first: Call +1971-238-7151 · 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 10:00 AM, at Miss Ella's French Baby Ballet/IMA Academy, 5441 SE Belmont St. The studio lists 8 classes a week: Ballet (4), English Preschool, English Toddler, French Preschool, and French Toddler, and 7 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“For kids ages 3.5-5”
DanceHow data
Ballet classes in Portland
Every ballet class we track in Portland, read from studio timetables.
527
ballet classes a week
78
studios teach it
21%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$17
median drop-in price
Ballet classes by day
Saturday is the busiest day for ballet in Portland (82 of 447 dated classes). 21% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $17.
This week at Miss Ella's French Baby Ballet/IMA Academy
Can’t do Saturdays? Beginner ballet also runs here on Sundays at 11:00 AM.
Showing ballet only. All 8 classes at Miss Ella's French Baby Ballet/IMA Academy →
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
5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97215 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 listed as a drop-in class, so you can usually pay on the day. Ask before you go: on academyima.org or call +1971-238-7151.
How much is it?
$15 (drop in).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner for kids. There's also a beginner ballet class here on Sundays at 11:00 AM.
When does it run?
Every Saturday, 10:00 AM–10:45 AM.
Where is it?
Miss Ella's French Baby Ballet/IMA Academy, 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97215.
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: academyima.org/drop-in
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.