Frequently Asked Questions

In Studio offers a wide range of dance and fitness classes. Our dance classes are suitable for individuals with little to no dance training as well as those at an elementary, intermediate or advanced level. No dance training is necessary for our fitness classes. Our classes are open to adults, as well as mature teens and pre-teens, ages 12 and up.

Sign up for classes, workshops, intensives and more here.

In Studio's workshops all require registration. All other classes on the schedule may be attended using a class bundle. All class bundles are valid for 1 year from the date of purchase.

All classes at In Studio, take place at The Walter Carsen Centre for The National Ballet of Canada, located at 470 Queens Quay West.

Paid parking is available above the Shoppers Drug Mart, which is located on the north side of Queens Quay West, just east of Spadina Avenue.

From Union Station, take the #509 Exhibition streetcar to Spadina Avenue. From Spadina Station, take the #510 Spadina streetcar to Queens Quay West.

• Ballet: soft ballet shoes, leotard and tights or t-shirt and yoga pants, clothing you can comfortably move in
• Jazz: leotard and tights, leotard, and shorts, t-shirt and yoga pants, clothing you can move in, bare feet, socks, or jazz shoes are all suitable
• Contemporary: leotard and tights, leotard, and shorts, t-shirt and yoga pants, clothing you can move in, bare feet or socks
• Barre Fitness and Pilates classes: clothing you can move in, leotard and tights or t-shirt and yoga pants, bare feet or socks
• Pointe: Pointe shoes that have been fitted by a professional. In Studio recommends seeking professional fitting from The Dance Shoppe or The Shoe Room

Full body barre, Pilates, ballet conditioning classes are open to all levels and require no dance experience.

Ballet Classes 
Absolute Beginner Ballet Workshops: no dance experience is necessary.

Absolute Beginner Ballet Level II Drop-in: beginners who have completed our Absolute Beginner Ballet Workshop.

Beginner Ballet Level I: six months to one year experience. These classes move slowly to ensure participants are learning at a steady pace. Perfect for dance students who have a basic understanding of ballet terminology and technique or are returning to ballet class after some time off.

Beginner Ballet Level II: one to two years’ experience.

Elementary Ballet: minimum of two years’ experience.

Intermediate Ballet: three to five years’ experience.

Advanced Ballet: five+ years’ experience.

Pointe Classes

Introduction to Pointe: no pointe experience necessary, however a minimum of one year of consistent ballet training is strongly recommended.

Beginner/Elementary Pointe: one to two years’ experience on pointe.

Contemporary Classes

Elementary/Intermediate: one to two years’ experience in either contemporary or ballet.

Intermediate: three to five years’ experience in either contemporary or ballet.

We are unable to offer extensions for expired or unused drop-in classes or bundles. Make up classes for drop-in classes will be considered on a case by case basis. Make up classes for workshops will be issued up to a maximum of three missed classes and can only be used towards classes within the present term. Inquiries for make up classes can be sent to instudio@national.ballet.ca and all requests must be received prior to attending a class.

Change rooms and lockers are available. Please bring your own lock should you wish to lock your belongings. Bags and personal items are permitted in the studio and must be kept neatly along the walls or in the studio alcove. Food and drinks, except personal water bottles, are not permitted in the studios. The National Ballet of Canada is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

We accept debit and credit card only, no cash payments.

The studios are required to be cleared 10 minutes after the end of your class. Clients are asked to please not linger after class.

Please arrive on time for your class. Clients arriving later than 15 minutes after start time will not be permitted to join class. We appreciate your cooperation.

Classes and bundles expire one year after date of purchase.

All drop-in classes and workshops are final sale. All class bundles are non-refundable and non-transferable.

For all intensive programs, no refunds are permitted within four weeks of the start of the session. Otherwise, fees are refundable less a $50 administrative fee.