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Ballet Kukan Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Ballet school in Monrovia, 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 3–12 — 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
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- 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 +1 626-791-1178
- Website & schedule balletkukan.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 | 9 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–2:30 pm |
The programs they offer
“On her very first day, my daughter is very shy and burst into tears, but her teacher gently held her hand, comforted her, and stayed by her side the entire class.”
How they train
“While the annual RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) evaluations may add a degree of pressure at times, they also lend credibility to the overall name of the school.”
What families & students say
“I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a ballet school that focuses on both excellent technique and the joy of dancing.”
“Everyone is welcoming and the studio is structured and professional.”
“We’ve been attending this ballet studio for the past 2 years and my daughter loves it!”
“The progress she’s made over the years has been remarkable , her technique, confidence, and love for dance have all flourished.”
“Although she has had various instructors over the years, they all work toward what is easily the school’s highlight: the annual (or bi-annual) dance recitals.”
“She loves the annual recital performances and joined the Ballet Kukan Theatrical Company competition team last year.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been a student at Ballet Kukan for the past 9 years. I have seen her abilities grow so much in that time. She loves the annual recital performances and joined the Ballet Kukan Theatrical Company competition team last year.
My daughter has been attending Ballet Kukan for four years going on 5, and the experience has been absolutely wonderful. The progress she’s made over the years has been remarkable , her technique, confidence, and love for dance have all flourished.
We love Ballet Kukán and we’ve only taken one class! The option to try before committing was so important to us, and we signed up immediately after — our daughter was absolutely beaming with excitement to “be a ballerina.” Elena at the front desk was incredibly helpful and made registration a breeze.
My daughter has been a student here for almost 7 years. She absolutely love all the teachers and looks forward to the classes. Miss Noriko, the owner is exceptional - although the studio has a lot of students you can tell she pays attention and cares for each of them individually.
Adult ballet at Ballet Kukan Academy
Ballet Kukan Academy 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 Kukan Academy
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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