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Live and Love Dance Productions

4.8 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lompoc, California

Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 1–18 — 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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (805) 849-2001
  • Website & schedule livelovedanceproductions.studio — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 4:30–8 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday 4–8:30 PM
Friday 5–7 PM
Saturday 8:30–11:30 AM
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 Live and Love Dance Productions, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💃 Adult Ballet 2 mentions

“L&L's dance coaches are friendly, upbeat, creative, and patient, which helps build the confidence of the youth and adult dancers.”

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🌸 Kids Ballet 35 mentions

“My daughter has only been a part of this dance family a couple of weeks but I already see such a big difference in her confidence and self expression.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 2 mentions

“It’s honestly hard to find instructors these days who are caring, loving, and patient all at the same time, especially with toddlers, but Miss Vanessa embodies all three.”

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How they train

The training methods and syllabi Live and Love Dance Productions teaches, drawn from their own info and students' reviews — the quickest way to tell how a studio approaches classical technique.

Methods are mined from the studio's own info and reviews — they tell you the approach, not a formal certification or exam board. If a specific syllabus matters to you, confirm it with the studio before enrolling.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 35 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“She’s really mastered how to encourage the littles to practice proper technique through the use of tools.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“From the very beginning, the studio has felt welcoming and positive, which makes a huge difference when you’re bringing such a little one into a new environment.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 10 mentions

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’ve seen SO MUCH growth in my daughter since being part of Live & Love Dance Studio it has given her confidence and has helped her tons socially!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 25 mentions

“We recently enrolled our almost 2-year-old daughter at Live & Love Dance Productions, and it has honestly been such a wonderful experience for our family.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“The studio is well-organized, and the communication regarding class schedules, policies, and events is always clear and timely.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 11 mentions

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’ve seen SO MUCH growth in my daughter since being part of Live & Love Dance Studio it has given her confidence and has helped her tons socially!”

From the reviews

I Highly Recommend Joining this studio all ages! Definitely the Best Studio we’ve been a part of. My daughter was welcomed in to this Dance family with open arms. Miss Vanessa and her assistants are Amazing!

★★★★★ — Sooomuchhbabyr, Sep 2024

I would recommend this studio to parents who look forward to expanding their children’s confidence among other children, and also to help them develop a sense of independence in a class. My daughter has absolutely loves being taught by Miss Vanessa and her helpers.

★★★★★ — Ayatzirak, Feb 2025

We been going to Live Love Dance Production for the past 2.5 years going into 3 years in August My daughter loves it! She loves Miss Vanessa. Vanessa is so great at teaching little ones to dance. She’s not just teaching a routine she is teaches the importance of dance and to have fun.

★★★★★ — Isabel, Jul 2025

Vanessa is an amazing dance teacher and studio owner. She makes you, as the parent, feel so comfortable. My daughter loves going to dance classes and says nothing but good things about Miss Vanessa. My daughter is on one of the competition teams and Vanessa made the audition process so easy.

★★★★★ — Katie, Oct 2024

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Adult ballet at Live and Love Dance Productions

Live and Love Dance Productions runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

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Your first ballet class at Live and Love Dance Productions

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 Live and Love Dance Productions

118 N I St, Lompoc, CA93436

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