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San Diego Civic Youth Ballet
5 ★★★★★ 14 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 ages 4–18 — 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
- 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
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (619) 233-3060
- Website & schedule sdcyb.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 2–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–7 PM |
| Thursday | 2–7 PM |
| Friday | 2–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Our Daughter loves training with the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet.”
From the reviews
I have a 3 years old girl(Gabriella) who is asking me to register her for ballet classes. Is this a good age to participate in ballet classes?
Our Daughter loves training with the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet. While looking for ways to keep our children active during quarantine we were excited to find that the SDCYB was offering virtual classes.
It’s an amazing organization. Some of the kindest people you will meet. Support the arts, support dance.
Haven’t been here yet but I can’t waut to go soon and be apart I am a great dancer and I’m a self taught dancer and singer and I love ballet it has been my dream to be a ballerina since I was a little baby and I know San Diego civic youth ballet can make my dreams come true 🎊🎉
Adult ballet at San Diego Civic Youth Ballet
San Diego Civic Youth Ballet 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 San Diego Civic Youth Ballet
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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