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American Kids Sports Center: Northwest - Allen Rd.

4.5 ★★★★★ 204 Google reviews · Ballet school in Bakersfield, California

Ballet school Kids & teens Private lessons

Kids' multi-sports center for gymnastics and swimming lessons, as well as dance and cheer.

Plan your first class

  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
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  • Phone +1 661-589-2100
  • Website & schedule aksc.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 8 am–8 pm
Tuesday 8 am–8 pm
Wednesday 8 am–8 pm
Thursday 8 am–8 pm
Friday 8 am–8 pm
Saturday 8 am–3:30 pm
Sunday 12–5 pm

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at American Kids Sports Center: Northwest - Allen Rd., confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 33 mentions

“They have an extreme amount of patience and understanding with kids and you can just observe the passion that they have with teaching these kids to swim.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“My soon to be 5 year old has one on one swim lessons here and both swim instructors Karla and Savannah are just the best there is!”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 204 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“Our son has the confidence when going into pools outside of American Kids’.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 13 mentions

“Met her best friends here and trained with the best teachers who have inspired her to love dance for dance itself & build self confidence in the process.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“The environment is positive, encouraging, and professional, and it shows in how happy and motivated the kids are.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 6 mentions

“Met her best friends here and trained with the best teachers who have inspired her to love dance for dance itself & build self confidence in the process.”

From the reviews

I’ve been bringing my daughters here for three years now and absolutely love it. They’re both enrolled in their tumble tots and swim classes and I have seen them both improve their skills.

★★★★★ — Jonathan, Sep 2025

My son Jett goes to swimming classes at this location and let me tell you,, he has grown so much with his swimming confidence! He is almost 4 years old and we have stuck with Coach Mason every step of the way! He is gentle and understanding with my sometimes complicated 3 year old!

★★★★★ — Chyenne, Oct 2025

We have been a part of the American Cheer family for over 20 years! The community of the American Cheer family is over the top amazing. Jason and Ashley’s passion for cheer is exemplified throughout the entirety of the program!

★★★★★ — Patricia, Oct 2025

Love Landon’s swim coach, Heather. Very nice and patient. He’s always happy when he’s in the pool with her. He always has lots of fun during his swim lessons and also learning at the same time. 👏🏼😄 We hope we get her again when we come back. 👍🏼 Overall, friendly staff and great experience! ❤️

★★★★★ — Tiffany, Nov 2025

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Your first ballet class at American Kids Sports Center: Northwest - Allen Rd.

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find American Kids Sports Center: Northwest - Allen Rd.

3622 Allen Rd, Bakersfield, CA93314

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