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Southern California Dance Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Ballet school in Long Beach, California
Plan your first class
- 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 (562) 397-2137
- Website & schedule scdt.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been attending SCDT since she was 3 years old (2009) and we've been extremely happy.”
What families & students say
“My son absolutely loves this place.”
“SCDT puts together two big productions each year, one in June and The Nutcracker in December, usually at the Downey Theater.”
From the reviews
I love Miss Paula--a true ballet professional and excellent teacher. My daughter has been attending SCDT since she was 3 years old (2009) and we've been extremely happy. SCDA offers regular classes Monday through Saturday for various ages and skill levels. Prices are very affordable.
My son absolutely loves this place. Hes been here for about 3 months now and just performed and their season on nutcracker show. Definitely a diamond in the rough check it out
This place is the best! Paula the instructor and owner of SCDT is the kindest dance teacher you will ever meet and be blessed to be taught by! People of all ages!
Your first ballet class at Southern California Dance 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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