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Golden State Ballet Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Ballet school in San Diego, 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 age 4 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 619-241-2565
- Website & schedule gsballetacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“In both classes and camps, my daughters’ teachers have been kind, supportive, and inspiring in just the ways they both need to stay engaged and move further in their training.”
What families & students say
“Our daughter is loving developing her technique in Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Character.”
“Beyond the studio, our daughter has been able to surround herself with professional dancers from the company and perform on a first class stage with the San Diego Symphony.”
“It’s an environment that my daughter has thrived in and we couldn’t be happier with our decision to enroll her in Golden State Ballet.”
“In both classes and camps, my daughters’ teachers have been kind, supportive, and inspiring in just the ways they both need to stay engaged and move further in their training.”
“She has had the opportunity to perform with the professional company twice a year in addition to the all student showcase which is a full ensemble production of only students.”
“She has had the opportunity to perform with the professional company twice a year in addition to the all student showcase which is a full ensemble production of only students.”
From the reviews
We feel so fortunate to have Raul and Cindy here in San Diego, running such a professional company and academy. From them, and from all the teachers and staff, we’ve experienced warm, personal, and attentive training. I’m very careful when choosing after-school activities for my daughter.
This is my daughter's 7th season with Golden State Ballet and we have loved all of our time at Golden State! Raul and Cindy are wonderful and their doors are always open for any questions or concerns a parent may have. They have a dedicated staff and team for the students.
Our daughter has been dancing with Golden State for the last 7 years. She started when she was in just the small level 1 beginner classes. We have watched her be supported and help grow within her dance by the owners and the instructors there.
We have only been at Golden State Ballet Academy for a few months, but we already feel very confident recommending it. The teachers are kind, supportive, and professional, and they communicate clearly with parents if any issues arise in class.
Your first ballet class at Golden State Ballet 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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