Find me a non-stuffy ballet class in northwest Philadelphia

February 13, 2011 9:26 AM

Does anyone have suggestions for a high quality dance studio in northwest Philadelphia (especially Chestnut Hill/Mt. Airy area)? I'm a twentysomething who is primarily interested in ballet, although I've enjoyed tap in the past as well.

I took classes at a stuffy ballet school when I was a kid, and although I appreciate the good technique that I learned while I was there, I would prefer a more laid-back environment (so the Philadelphia Dance Theatre probably wouldn't fit the bill). I couldn't commit more than 2 nights a week (although I probably would prefer one night per week).

I would prefer to have the ability to buy ten classes or so at a time and pick when to attend, so that I wouldn't be locked in to having to go every week.

Thank you!

--Ms. DeucesHigh

posted by DeucesHigh to Sports, Hobbies, & Recreation (1 answer total)

Best answer: Check out the Mt. Airy Learning Tree. It's an organization that has classes (of various types, including dance) in various locations. You can pick up a copy of their catalog for free at coffeeshops and places like that (try Infusion on Germantown Ave. between Mt. Pleasant and Mt. Airy).

Across the street from Infusion is what used to be Motions Studios (dance) but what is now a gym....I think (I used to take dance classes there as a kid in the 90's). You could go there and check out if they still have dance classes, though.

You can also try Allens Lane Art Center, Lnicoln Drive and Allens Lane.

hope you find something!
posted by bearette at 11:29 PM on February 13, 2011