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Academy of American Dance
4.8 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Redwood City, California
Plan your first class
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 650-366-1222
- Website & schedule americanballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–10 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–10 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–10 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2:15 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I am so grateful to have a place for my daughter that is safe, welcoming, nonjudgemental and provides a healthy environment for her teenage years.”
What families & students say
“Thank you to this studio for celebrating each individual dancer, bringing out their best, and welcoming the community in a seasonal Nutcracker production like no other.”
“I was a little worried as most girls start so much younger and ballet studios have a bit of reputation for not being particularly kind.”
“Our daughter danced at AAD for 9 years and progressed in so many areas including ballet, stage performances, and with budding friendships.”
“The office staff are responsive and willing to answer questions.”
From the reviews
I feel incredibly blessed to have both my daughters attend American Academy of Dance in Redwood City. My oldest daughter has been a dancer there for the past six years.
Our daughter danced at AAD for 9 years and progressed in so many areas including ballet, stage performances, and with budding friendships. Thank you to this studio for celebrating each individual dancer, bringing out their best, and welcoming the community in a seasonal Nutcracker production like no other.
My 12 year old daughter started ballet last year. I was a little worried as most girls start so much younger and ballet studios have a bit of reputation for not being particularly kind. Well this studio is the opposite. It is intentionally inclusive and welcoming.
My daughter has danced at this studio for 6+ years. She just loves the teachers and classes! As a mom I love this studio because of its focus on dancers being celebrated for who they are. Every body shape & size is valued and encouraged. Dancers are nurtured and grown here.
Your first ballet class at Academy of American Dance
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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