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Pryntsev Classical Ballet Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Laguna Hills, California
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (949) 776-8068
- Website & schedule pryntsevballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
The programs they offer
“I'm so thrilled that I was able to find a true beginner adult ballet class in OC where we can start from the fundamentals and work our way up!”
“I'm so thrilled that I was able to find a true beginner adult ballet class in OC where we can start from the fundamentals and work our way up!”
“I truly believe that the program at Pryntsev Ballet Academy helps the children to achieve their goals.”
“I started taking adult ballet classes from Ivan in 2019, and soon afterwards tried a few private lessons.”
How they train
“I've always wanted to take a Vaganova style ballet course and found it impossible to find one until now.”
What families & students say
“I'm so thrilled that I was able to find a true beginner adult ballet class in OC where we can start from the fundamentals and work our way up!”
“He challenges me technically, but is also very patient and encouraging.”
“I'm so thrilled that I was able to find a true beginner adult ballet class in OC where we can start from the fundamentals and work our way up!”
“I was impressed with his respect for teaching as a profession, especially for a professional ballet dancer in his prime.”
From the reviews
I started taking adult ballet classes from Ivan in 2019, and soon afterwards tried a few private lessons. I was impressed with his respect for teaching as a profession, especially for a professional ballet dancer in his prime.
My daughters have been in Mr. Ivan's class for a few months, they really enjoy the classes here. Mr. Ivan is a professional dancer,also he is a very good instructor. He communicates with parents a lot, very easy to work with him.
Mr. Ivan is a very very good and efficient teacher. I truly believe that the program at Pryntsev Ballet Academy helps the children to achieve their goals. I thank him for being so professional in his field.
Professional ballet school! Great Teachers. Great ballet education to the kids in Orange County.
Adult ballet at Pryntsev Classical Ballet Academy
Pryntsev Classical Ballet Academy 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.
Your first ballet class at Pryntsev Classical 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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