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The Dance Center

4.6 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Ballet school in Carmel, California

Kids & teens Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • 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 +1 831-625-3262
  • Website & schedule dancecarmel.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 am–8 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–2:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at The Dance Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 2 mentions

“The Dance Center is an amazing place for kids to learn and thrive.”

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From the reviews

The Dance Center is a great dance studio. I had competed a season here and it was great. They have good teachers and effective summer camps. It is over all a great dance studio and they do mostly every style you can think of.

★★★★★ — Genna, Jun 2024

This place is the ultimate for youth dance! Beginning ballet to Lyrical and Contemporary, they offer it all. A child can grow up here, learn, connect and have fun! Ms Kirsten is probably my favorite for anyone new ... But really all the teachers are great, there is a fit for everyone.

★★★★★ — Caylin, Sep 2025

Very dedicated & caring. All safety protocols followed while giving the dancers a mental break & healthy outlet with online schooling.

★★★★★ — Mary, Oct 2020

The Dance Center is an amazing place for kids to learn and thrive. The staff are friendly, and promote a healthy atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Paul, Sep 2024

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Your first ballet class at The Dance Center

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find The Dance Center

B, 26135 Carmel Rancho Blvd B-6, Carmel, CA93923

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