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Santa Monica School of Dance and Music
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Ballet school in Santa Monica, California
Plan your first class
- 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 +1 310-453-7617
- Website & schedule santamonicaschoolofdanceandmusic.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been here since she was 3 and has had such a great time!”
“The class sizes are small so you feel like you're getting private instruction without being in a private class.”
What families & students say
“Our instructor is an amazing dancer and teacher, focused on teaching proper technique but also having fun (and it’s a serious workout too).”
“I've attended dance and music recitals at the studio and loved them both!”
“Great production from the staff, professional teachers, and an amazing affinity between students and teachers that is easy for anyone to see.”
From the reviews
I've been taking beginners Hip Hop at the studio. The class sizes are small so you feel like you're getting private instruction without being in a private class. Our instructor is an amazing dancer and teacher, focused on teaching proper technique but also having fun (and it’s a serious workout too).
I've attended dance and music recitals at the studio and loved them both! Great production from the staff, professional teachers, and an amazing affinity between students and teachers that is easy for anyone to see. From my experience at the recitals, this is a great place to learn dance and music!
My daughter has been here since she was 3 and has had such a great time! The classes are a great combination of technical skills and fun activities appropriate for that age, and the year-end recital has been such a positive (a bit scary but so well supported) and growing experience for my daughter!
My little girl was asking for dance classes for a little while. I searched all over Santa Monica and found Daniela, she was so informative and my little girl was so happy every time she went and not so much when she came home. I would highly recommend this place.
Your first ballet class at Santa Monica School of Dance and Music
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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