Dance Theatre Northwest

Dance Classes at Dance Theatre Northwest –
Join Our Classes Any Time

At Dance Theatre Northwest, enrollment is open all year. You do not have to wait for a new season or session to start dancing. Whether you are taking your very first class or rediscovering a longtime passion, our nonprofit studio offers structured training in a welcoming, encouraging environment. Ballet, tap, jazz and more—there is a place for you here.

With our flexible punch card system, you pay only for the classes you attend—giving you the freedom to dance when it works for you. From young beginners to enthusiastic adult dancers, DTNW offers something for everyone. Discover the creativity, confidence, and joy that dance can bring.

Discover Your Perfect Dance Class

At Dance Theatre Northwest, we offer a variety of classes for all ages and experience levels! From Ballet (all levels) and Tap to Musical Theatre, Jazz, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. With our flexible punch card system, you can explore different styles and find the classes that inspire you—all without committing to a single genre. Join us and experience the joy of dance in a welcoming, creative community!

Eager to learn more about each dance style we offer? Visit Kids and Teen or Adult pages for a closer look at our classes. Find the perfect fit for your dance aspirations and join us on the dance floor!

Summer Ballet Intensives

Dance Theatre Northwest offers Summer Ballet Intensives for both youth and adults, designed for focused training, artistic growth, and community.

Adult Intensives are offered in two separate sessions this year to better support dancers at different levels:
• Beginner & Advanced Beginner: July 23–26
• Intermediate & Advanced: August 1–4, with an optional fifth day on August 5

Youth Ballet Intensive has expanded to a full five-day program:
• July 27–31

All intensives include technique classes and original choreography, with an optional community performance on Saturday, August 8.

Adult Intensives

Youth Intensive

New to Dance or Returning After a Break?

We offer Private Introductory Lessons for new students who want a confidence boost before joining a class! These one-on-one sessions help with technique, class placement, and goal setting. Click here for more information.

Inclusivity at Dance Theatre Northwest

Dance Theatre Northwest is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all our dancers and staff. We do not discriminate against any person or group of people in any of our practices, codes of conduct, programs, or services, or in any other aspect of its operations or activities, on the basis of personal characteristics or attributes including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, body shape, or weight.