Adult Classes

At PNB School, we believe dance encourages students of all ages to express themselves, have fun, and build community – all while getting a great workout! Our Adult Program offers classes for all skills and fitness levels. Each one is taught by PNB School’s renowned faculty in our airy facilities.

Please note: Preregistration through Mindbody is required. Registration closes one hour prior to the start of class. Studios and schedules may change.

Before registering for PNB Adult Program classes, please review the Open Program Handbook.

Programs

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Drop-In Classes

PNB School’s Drop-In Classes work for you and your schedule! All classes are taught by PNB School faculty, held in our spacious studios in Seattle and Bellevue, and feature live accompaniment. Single classes are $20, or save with our variety of multi-class pack options!

Fundamentals Classes

At the very beginning your dance journey? PNB’s Fundamental Classes are for you! Develop your dancing skills during weekly, an hour and a half long sessions in a welcoming and supportive environment. Choose between eight-week and nine-week sessions.

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Deborah Kenner

PNBConditioning (Pilates at PNB)

PNBConditioning’s Pilates sessions develop core strength and stability, increase flexibility, and work for any fitness level. We offer Mat, Reformer, and both Private and Semi-Private reformer classes!

Teachers’ Seminar

Teachers’ Seminar brings together dance educators from across the country for a four-day total immersion experience into the dance training, philosophies, syllabus, and dancer wellness program that makes PNB School one of the nation’s finest professional ballet training institutions.

PNB School Teachers' Seminar
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Drop-In Class Details

Pricing

Single Class $20 // 5 Pack $95 // 10 Pack $180 // 20 Pack $360

If you have an unpaid balance on your account, after 7 days your card on file will be automatically charged to cover the amount owed.

Class Descriptions

Open Program classes are offered on a drop-in basis to the general public ages 13 and older. Classes run from September-August and follow the PNB School calendar. Each class is 1.5 hours. 

BEGINNER: This class is perfect for people who have taken at least one year of ballet, danced in their youth, or have completed the PNB Fundamentals program. PNB Beginner classes are a great way to rekindle your love of dance or continue building your ballet foundation and overall strength.

INTERMEDIATE: This class is perfect for people who have taken at least one year of ballet, danced in their youth, or have completed the PNB Fundamentals program. PNB Beginner classes are a great way to rekindle your love of dance or continue building your ballet foundation and overall strength.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED: This is our most challenging class, featuring complex combinations with a strong focus on technique, musicality, and artistry. We recommend 4 or more years of classical ballet training to participate. Challenge your quick-thinking ballet skills and experience the rigor of this advanced level.

Class Schedule

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Fundamentals Classes Details

Class Descriptions

In addition to our drop-in classes, the Fundamentals courses are offered as 8-week or 9-week series and are designed to be taken as a progressive course. Please note that classes are non-transferable, and there are no refund or make-up classes if you are unable to attend. Exceptions will be made in the case of an injury and corresponding doctor’s note. 

FUNDAMENTALS OF BALLET I:  Have you always wanted to try ballet but felt too intimidated? This is the class for you! Fundamentals I is designed for absolute beginners. Over the course of the session, you will learn correct ballet posture, basic ballet positions of the legs, feet, and arms, build up to executing basic barre work, and experience the beginnings of center work. The classroom environment is relaxed and lighthearted, allowing you to share an evening with fellow ballet enthusiasts, all while building your ballet foundation and getting an amazing full-body workout.

FUNDAMENTALS OF BALLET II: Following completion of the Fundamentals I course (ideally 1-2 times), Fundamentals II focuses on increasing your ballet vocabulary while building your foundation for a smooth transition into beginner ballet.

Class Schedule

Seattle Fundamentals of Ballet I: Wednesdays 7 – 8:30PM
Seattle Fundamentals of Ballet II: Tuesdays 7 – 8:30PM
Bellevue Fundamentals of Ballet I: Thursdays 7 – 8:30PM
Bellevue Fundamentals of Ballet II: Fridays 6:30 – 8PM
Bellevue Fundamentals of Ballet I: Saturdays 12:15 – 2PM

Session 1 (9 Weeks)

Seattle Fundamentals I9/169/239/3010/710/1410/2110/2811/411/11
Seattle Fundamentals II9/159/229/2910/610/1310/2010/2711/311/10
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Thurs)9/179/2410/110/810/1510/2210/2911/511/12
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Sat)9/199/2610/310/1010/1710/2410/3111/711/14
Bellevue Fundamentals II9/189/2510/210/910/1610/2310/3011/611/13

Session 2 (8 Weeks)

Seattle Fundamentals I11/18Thanksgiving (no class)12/212/9
12/16Winter Break (2 weeks)1/61/131/201/27
Seattle Fundamentals II11/17Thanksgiving (no class)12/112/812/15Winter Break (2 weeks)1/51/121/191/26
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Thurs)11/19Thanksgiving (no class)12/312/1012/17Winter Break (2 weeks)1/71/141/211/28
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Sat)11/21Thanksgiving (no class)12/512/1212/19Winter Break (2 weeks)1/91/161/231/30
Bellevue Fundamentals II11/20Thanksgiving (no class)12/412/1112/18Winter Break (2 weeks)1/81/151/221/29

Session 3 (9 Weeks)

Seattle Fundamentals I2/32/102/172/243/33/103/173/243/31
Seattle Fundamentals II2/22/92/162/233/23/93/163/233/30
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Thurs)2/42/112/182/253/43/113/183/254/1
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Sat)2/62/132/202/273/63/133/203/274/3
Bellevue Fundamentals II2/52/122/192/263/53/123/193/264/2

Session 4 (8 Weeks)

Seattle Fundamentals I4/7Spring Break4/214/285/55/125/19Memorial Day6/26/9
Seattle Fundamentals II4/6Spring Break4/204/275/45/115/18Memorial Day6/16/8
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Thurs)4/8Spring Break4/224/295/65/135/20Memorial Day6/36/10
Bellevue Fundamentals I (Sat)4/10Spring Break4/245/15/85/155/22Memorial Day6/56/12
Bellevue Fundamentals II4/9Spring Break4/234/305/75/145/21Memorial Day6/46/11

PNBConditioning Details

Pricing

PNB also offers private and semi-private Pilates classes. See pricing details below and email PNBConditioning@PNB.org to register!

Private PilatesSemi-Private Pilates 3-Pack Introductory Rate
One on one instruction for 50 minutes.Two or more clients for 50 minutes. Designed for clients who have never taken Pilates at PNB
Bellevue:
Single session $97.11
5 Class Pack $466.72
10 Class Pack $875.73
Bellevue:
Single session $61.49
5 Class Pack $288.42
10 Class Pack $544.45
Bellevue: $232.05
Seattle:
Single Session $97.24
5 Class Pack $467.35
10 Class Pack $876.92
Seattle:
Single session $61.58
5 Class Pack $288.81
10 Class Pack $545.20
Seattle: $232.36

Class Descriptions

Pilates Mat

Pilates on the mat is a dynamic mix of exercises that focus on toning, strengthening, and flexibility. Students learn proper body alignment with an emphasis on engaging the core and can expect to use a variety of props while building endurance and balancing muscle groups. With a holistic approach and a variety of modifications available, Pilates is open to all abilities and is accessible to everyone.

Pilates Reformer

The reformer uses springs, pulleys, straps, and a foot bar to encourage concentric and eccentric muscle engagement while stabilizing the spine. Students will tone and stretch during this full body workout which will incorporate small props in addition to the reformer machine.

Class Schedule

Pilates Mat – Thursdays at 6:00PM
Pilates Mat – Saturdays at 9:00AM

PNB Adult Program Etiquette

Timely

Register for class through Mindbody
Arrive on time (no entrance after 15 minutes into class)
Check-in for class at the front desk
When class is over, please exit the studio

RESPECT INSTRUCTOR

Do not talk when the teacher is talking
Stand behind the teacher and give them space
Do not correct the teacher
Thank the teacher at the end of class

RESPECT FELLOW DANCERS

Be spatially aware of others
Do not correct other dancers
Dress appropriately for class
Limit perfume
Wear deoderant
Make sure you are registered for the appropriate class level

STUDIO SPACE

Leave cell phones outside the studio
Only water in the studio

FAQs

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