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Ballet Academy & Movement
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Ballet school in San Clemente, California
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
- Ages classes for ages 1–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- 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 (949) 229-0846
- Website & schedule balletacademyandmovement.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Friday | 10–10:30 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been dancing at BAM for 3 years now and loves it.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been dancing at BAM for 3 years now and loves it. They are introduced to all styles of dance( jazz, ballet, contemporary, etc) which makes each class unique and fun. The studio has such a welcoming, positive atmosphere, and we're so grateful to be a part of it!
I recently started taking ballet class here after 10 years off from dance. The owner, Amanda Cobb, has made me feel totally welcome and not out of place. The ballet instruction is high quality and based on a good technique. I highly recommend this studio!
Amazing professional training with best in class performance opportunities at San Juan Hills High School, Pelican Hill and Casa Romantica.
Adult ballet at Ballet Academy & Movement
Ballet Academy & Movement runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Ballet Academy & Movement
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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