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The Academy of Performing Arts
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Ballet school in Tracy, California
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (209) 830-9296
- Website & schedule apa4dance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My kids started here at a young age and have thoroughly enjoyed the staff interactions as well as the friendships they have made over the years.”
What families & students say
“I have been dancing at this amazing dance studio for 11 years now the service is great and the teachers are amazing and very nice, I highly recomend this studio”
“The teachers are very knowledgeable about ballet theory and they focus more on dancing correctly rather than showing them a dance to just perform.”
From the reviews
We have had a great experience dancing at APA. The teachers are very knowledgeable about ballet theory and they focus more on dancing correctly rather than showing them a dance to just perform.
I have had 4 of my girls attend classes here off and on the past several years. Very happy with the environment the owner has created. Moderately priced and a fantastic way to keep young girls (and boys!) engaged in wholesome fun! A wide selection of dance types too choose from (not just ballet).
I have gone to this dance studio for 6 years, and I LOVE it! I love coming to dance class. I am also on the competition team and i love it because Miss Deborah doesn't care if we win or lose, she cares that we went out there and tried and had a great experience.
im a dancer at performing arts for hiphop im going to be doing jazz/ hiphop here at performing arts you have a lot of chances to join so hurry quick an I have been dancing here for now 2 years luv u chorles
Adult ballet at The Academy of Performing Arts
The Academy of Performing Arts 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 The Academy of Performing Arts
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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