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Chula Vista Academy of Music & Dance

4.6 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Ballet school in Chula Vista, California

Ballet school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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 +1 619-691-0499
  • Website & schedule chulavistaacademyofmusic.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 8 am–9 pm
Tuesday 8 am–9 pm
Wednesday 8 am–9 pm
Thursday 8 am–9 pm
Friday 8 am–9 pm
Saturday 8 am–9 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 Chula Vista Academy of Music & Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 26 mentions

“When the teachers can’t make it, the wonderful/friendly/heeeelarious Mr Bill gets substitutes to cover so kids don't miss out and stay on their path.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 53 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“He makes learning fun while still encouraging discipline and good technique.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“My 7 year old son is a beginner and has been taking piano lessons with Michael once a week, for about a year now.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 16 mentions

“Bill is a wonderful, patient teacher who, by sharing his passion for music, has helped my daughter develop not only her musical skills, but her confidence as well.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 5 mentions

“The annual recitals that he puts on are such a special way to give students a chance to showcase their progress and gain confidence performing.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“He’s nice, professional, and most importantly, patient.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“Bill is a wonderful, patient teacher who, by sharing his passion for music, has helped my daughter develop not only her musical skills, but her confidence as well.”

From the reviews

Chula Vista Academy of Music & Dance is a great place for all levels of piano students. I have been attending piano class with Alberto for almost a year and thoroughly enjoyed it. Alberto is an excellent teacher. I am an adult who is learning piano later in life.

★★★★★ — Evgeny, Mar 2023

My 7yo wanted to play violin and i went through a long list of places and crawled through a bunch of reviews to get to this place. After the first lesson BOOM no doubt we made the right choice. My 10yo tagged along out of curiosity and landed in drums class and later I also joined for guitar.

★★★★★ — Margaryta, Nov 2025

This place is amazing. Our kids have been taking piano lessons from Mr. Bill for about 5 years and have enjoyed every bit of it. He’s nice, professional, and most importantly, patient. They have many schedule and instrument options to fit your needs and they are very flexible.

★★★★★ — Family, Nov 2018

My son has been taking piano lessons with Mr. Bill for over two years, and we couldn’t be happier. He absolutely loves going to class each week, and we’ve seen so much growth..not just in his skills, but in his confidence and love for music. Mr. Bill is incredibly patient, kind, and truly gifted at working with kids.

★★★★★ — Nadine, Nov 2025

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Your first ballet class at Chula Vista Academy of Music & Dance

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 Chula Vista Academy of Music & Dance

278 A 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA91910

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