Ballet Absolute beginner Adults
Absolute Beginner Ballet.
at Wissahickon Dance Academy, Philadelphia · 5.0★ (21 Google reviews)
Next class
Wed, Oct 21, 6:30 PM
Wednesdays 6:30 PM–7:30 PM
Ask first: Call +1215-849-7950 · Email
Checked against the studio’s timetable yesterday
About this class
A 60-minute absolute beginner ballet class for adults, on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM, at Wissahickon Dance Academy, 38 E School House Ln. The studio lists 26 classes a week: Ballet (8), Contemporary (4), Tap (4), Jazz (3), Junior Company (3), and Senior Co and Apprentices (3), and 13 of them are at beginner level.
DanceHow data
Ballet classes in Philadelphia
Every ballet class we track in Philadelphia, read from studio timetables.
507
ballet classes a week
90
studios teach it
35%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$20
median drop-in price
Ballet classes by day
Monday is the busiest day for ballet in Philadelphia (79 of 421 dated classes). 35% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $20.
This week at Wissahickon Dance Academy
Can’t do Wednesdays? Beginner ballet also runs here on Fridays at 4:30 PM.
Showing ballet only. All 26 classes at Wissahickon Dance Academy →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Wed, Oct 21
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
38 E School House Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19144 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?
It's priced as a term, so you may need to book the whole block. Ask before you go: on wissahickondance.com or call +1215-849-7950.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Philadelphia typically cost $20–$26 per class (median $25, from 57 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 Fridays at 4:30 PM.
When does it run?
Every Wednesday, 6:30 PM–7:30 PM.
Where is it?
Wissahickon Dance Academy, 38 E School House Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19144.
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: wissahickondance.com/site/schedule
- First listed on DanceHow October 18, 2026; last checked yesterday. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 21 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.