Whether you're a parent enrolling a first-time dancer or an adult returning to the barre, San Diego has ballet for you. Our directory tracks the schools worth knowing — from toddler and pre-ballet classes to serious pointe and pre-professional training, plus welcoming adult beginner classes. Use the map and rankings below to compare studios, see who offers a free trial, and find the right fit.
4.7 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
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🩰 Free trial class — check their site
4.7 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
🩰 Free trial class — check their site
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The smartest way to start: these studios offer a trial or first class so you can try before you enroll — Majesty in Motion Dance Studio Salsa and Bachata Lessons, The Dance Academy Del Mar, Golden State Ballet Academy, Scripps Performing Arts Academy Scripps Ranch, Seaside Arts Center, San Diego Danceworks. Trials and offers change often, so check each studio's schedule, and see the full list on our free trial page.
Enrolling a young dancer? These schools offer children's classes: San Diego Academy of Ballet & Ballet Theatre, The Dance Academy Del Mar, Holistic Ballet, Golden State Ballet Academy, Creative Dance Theatre, Scripps Performing Arts Academy Scripps Ranch. New to it all? Read what age to start ballet, then browse every kids' ballet studio in the directory.
It is never too late to start. These studios run adult classes: San Diego Academy of Ballet & Ballet Theatre, The Dance Academy Del Mar, Holistic Ballet, Seaside Arts Center, Southern California Ballet, Balletiquette Dance & Pilates Studio. Nervous about a first class? Our adult beginners guide walks you through it, or see all adult ballet options.
Ballet is not one class. Studios here offer Adult Ballet, Adult Beginner Ballet, Kids Ballet, Toddler & Pre-Ballet, Teen Ballet, Pointe, Pre-Professional, Private Lessons, Summer Intensives, Boys' Ballet, Adaptive Ballet. Not sure which class fits? Our types of ballet classes guide sorts them by age and level, and you can compare the training methods each school teaches.
I have been to many dance studios and dance venues throughout California. And I agree with many dance students, that this Dance studio is an impressive family of talented dance instructors. There is a solid core of dance core fundamentals that are emphasized with passion and dedication beyond the norm.
I have been attending SDAB for about 5 years and I can honestly say it feels like home to me. As a local professional ballet dancer, I was excited to hear about a challenging class taught by the owner Sylvia. I was not disappointed, as I felt my strength and technique improve after every class.
Our daughters (ages 10 and 7) have been dancing at The Dance Academy Del Mar for several years, and it's been an incredible experience. The RAD ballet program provides the perfect blend of structure and joy, with Francine masterfully balancing discipline and merit-based achievement while keeping classes fun and…
