Ballet Absolute beginner Adults
Absolute Beginner Ballet.
at NW Dance Project, Portland · 4.8★ (38 Google reviews)
Next class
Sun, Oct 25, 11:15 AM
Sundays 11:15 AM–12:30 PM
Ask first: Call +1503-421-7434 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 75-minute absolute beginner ballet class for adults, on Sundays at 11:15 AM, at NW Dance Project, 211 NE 10th Ave. The studio lists 18 classes a week: Ballet (11), Contemporary (2), Hip-Hop (2), Jazz (2), and Strength + Stretch, and 6 of them are at beginner level.
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 NW Dance Project
Can’t do Sundays? Beginner ballet also runs here on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.
Showing ballet only. All 18 classes at NW Dance Project →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Sun, Oct 25
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
211 NE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97232 Dance company · Ballet school · 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?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on nwdanceproject.org or call +1503-421-7434.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Portland typically cost $15–$40 per class (median $30, from 42 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner for adults. There's also a beginner ballet class here on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.
When does it run?
Every Sunday, 11:15 AM–12:30 PM.
Where is it?
NW Dance Project, 211 NE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97232.
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: nwdanceproject.org/education/adult-dance
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.8★ from 38 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.