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East Bay Dance Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Oakland, 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
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (510) 336-3262
- Website & schedule eastbaydancecenter.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 1–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 1–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 1–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Fabulous place for kids to learn jazz, tap, hip hop, african dance and more in a supportive loving environment.”
What families & students say
“My daughter loves it and looks forward to going to dance class.”
“Fabulous place for kids to learn jazz, tap, hip hop, african dance and more in a supportive loving environment.”
“” That’s what my 8-year-old daughter just said after her end-of-summer dance performance.”
From the reviews
My daughter was a student with ms Bonnie from age 2 until age 6 when we moved out of state. Her co-teacher was Mr. Lamar(?). His name escapes me at the moment. But, Ms. Bonnie if you see this, if ever you have an Alumni Reunion, we would love to be there!
“Today is as the best day of my life!” That’s what my 8-year-old daughter just said after her end-of-summer dance performance. She attended 3 weeks of summer camp and loved it. It’s a cozy environment, with lots of different kinds of dance- tap, ballet, hip hop, jazz.
My neice attended dance camp here for the past two years and has had a great time. She loves learning all the styles, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and it's been a great way for her to discover that she has a talent for modern and ballet, which she never would have known without the East Bay Dance Center.
My daughter has attended summer camp here for 2 years and loves it! She learned so many new dance techniques, jazz, tap, hip hop and ballet. The performance was so fun to watch, and she will be returning next year! We love this place!
Your first ballet class at East Bay Dance Center
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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