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DanceLova Dance Academy (Irvine Studios)
4.1 ★★★★☆ 36 Google reviews · Ballet school in Irvine, California
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 2–17 — 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 +1 949-682-5682
- Website & schedule irvine.dancelova.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–7 pm |
The programs they offer
“They have a variety of dance classes for adults, teachers are great, and everyone just looks so positive and happy here.”
“Dancelova has been a great experience for my daughter, she’s progressed so much as the dancer and made wonderful friends.”
What families & students say
“They have a variety of dance classes for adults, teachers are great, and everyone just looks so positive and happy here.”
“The teachers I’ve had are knowledgeable, welcoming, and obviously excellent dancers themselves.”
“5 years strong at DanceLova—my daughter loves the class and we're so thankful!”
“the instructor was very kind, and she taught us kindly.”
“I take the adult ballet class here with Mary and this is one of the few studios with adult classes that gets it right!”
From the reviews
Very clean and organized studio. You rarely find any adult hip hop classes in the community but DanceLova gives adult a chance to fufill their dance dream. I took a free hip hop class from here and the teacher was awesome and let you express yourself and be creative. I'll come back when I have a chance.
Last year July I had scheduled for myself to try a DanceGym class for adults here, but unfortunately ended up not making it to class because of a project at work. Finally got myself to try a class this week and it was the best decision I've ever made for myself.
My daughter is 6 years old she likes Dancelova. All the teachers are very nice and friendly. This year she joined the competition team. She enjoyed it very much.
I take the adult ballet class here with Mary and this is one of the few studios with adult classes that gets it right! As adults who’ve aged out of dance competitions, we’re coming back to dance because we miss just having fun and dancing for its own sake.
Adult ballet at DanceLova Dance Academy (Irvine Studios)
DanceLova Dance Academy (Irvine Studios) 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 DanceLova Dance Academy (Irvine Studios)
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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