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Ayana Ballet School

5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in Los Altos, California

Ballet school Free trial Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
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  • Phone +1 650-405-5291
  • Website & schedule ayanaballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 3–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 3–9 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–5 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Ayana Ballet School, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 13 mentions

“My kids are learning proper ballet techniques in a fun and engaging way, and I like the in-class corrections that the teacher provides.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 14 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 3 mentions

“Great teacher, not wasting your time, knows how to teach what to teach and when to teach.”

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“Ms Marianna has helped my daughter to develop strong cores and fundamental skills enabled her to have the confidence to take on next level ballet techniques.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“Marianna is a very talented teacher; she is creative, kind and is great with children.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“Ms Marianna has helped my daughter to develop strong cores and fundamental skills enabled her to have the confidence to take on next level ballet techniques.”

From the reviews

The best teacher in the area. Marianna is awesome. My daughter had learned so much in the last two years from here. And due to the progress she made she is in love with the art form these days.

★★★★★ — Sol, May 2021

My daughter has been studying ballet under Ms. Marianna’s class since 2 years ago, and she is always happy to go to the class. She also like to dance around the house and doing stretches on her own. This show how much enthusiastic she is with ballet and how much she really loves it.

★★★★★ — Linda, Aug 2017

Before joining Ayana Dance School, my two daughters tried ballet through the local community classes and two other ballet studios. Ayana is our favorite! My kids are learning proper ballet techniques in a fun and engaging way, and I like the in-class corrections that the teacher provides.

★★★★★ — Virginia, Aug 2021

My 5 yo daughter felt in love with Ayana's classes and looking forward to dance with Marianna every time. As a kid I've got great dancing background, so was picky to ballet classes in Bay Area and teachers as well). I was so impressed druring trial class! Marianna is a great teacher - professional, patient, attentive..

★★★★★ — Olga, Aug 2017

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Your first ballet class at Ayana Ballet School

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 Ayana Ballet School

923 N San Antonio Rd, Los Altos, CA94022

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