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California Dance Theatre
4.8 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Ballet school in Westlake Village, California
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for age 10 — 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
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 818-707-3267
- Website & schedule caldancetheatre.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 10:30 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Following in my footsteps, my daughter caught the dance bug at a young age, and this studio has nurtured her love of dance every step of the way.”
“The training they have received across all genres—including ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, tap, contemporary, and modern—has been exceptional.”
“Some of their most memorable moments have been performing on stage, progressing through the different levels, and reaching pre-pointe training.”
“It has become a full family affair with her dad now on stage in the productions and me, mom, backstage and in adult classes as well!”
What families & students say
“Watching both our girls gain confidence, improve their technique, and celebrate milestones alongside friends has been incredibly rewarding for our family.”
“When our daughter walked through the studio’s doors for the first time at just two years old for a Mommy & Me class, I only had the hope she would like to dance like I always had.”
“As her love for ballet has grown, she has been able to challenge herself in a healthy and supportive environment under the expert guidance of Kim Maselli and the entire CDT staff.”
“Some of their most memorable moments have been performing on stage, progressing through the different levels, and reaching pre-pointe training.”
“As the resident ballet company of the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, students have the chance to perform in professional-quality productions.”
“As the resident ballet company of the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, students have the chance to perform in professional-quality productions.”
From the reviews
California Dance Theatre has been an incredible part of our family's life for many years. All three of my children began dancing at CDT when they were young, and we have had the privilege of watching them grow from beginner dancers into accomplished pre-professional performers.
CDT has been such a wonderful part of my family's life. Following in my footsteps, my daughter caught the dance bug at a young age, and this studio has nurtured her love of dance every step of the way. She is now 10 years old and has been dancing at CDT for four years.
My 7 year old daughter just completed her fourth recital at cdt. She had four dances this year! Shes a level 1 and trained and performed in ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theater. The show was professional and well organized.
CDT is a fantastic dance studio! My daughter is personally known by her teachers and has grown by leaps and bounds during her time there. :). Kim is a kind professional who looks out for her dancers as does Darby, the office manager. All around a beautiful experience for my ballerina!
Adult ballet at California Dance Theatre
California Dance Theatre 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 California Dance Theatre
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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