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Tutu School Berkeley
4.9 ★★★★★ 63 Google reviews · Ballet school in Berkeley, California
Part of Tutu School
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 3–8 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (510) 868-2186
- Website & schedule tutuschool.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10:15 AM–12:30 PM, 3:45–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:15 AM–1:15 PM, 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:15 AM–12:15 PM, 4:30–6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:45 AM–12 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12:15 PM |
| Sunday | 9:15 AM–4 PM |
The programs they offer
“I also love that if the kids seem a little disengaged, Allie will change activities more quickly or pull out the bubbles or little balls to kick, to up the interest level.”
“She started in the toddler class at 2 years old, and we have been amazed to see her progression through various class levels over the last three years.”
What families & students say
“She teaches ballet technique with grace while always making sure the kiddos are having the maximum amount of fun.”
“She creates such a fun and supportive environment, and it’s been amazing to see our daughter’s confidence and skills grow each week.”
“She creates such a fun and supportive environment, and it’s been amazing to see our daughter’s confidence and skills grow each week.”
“In addition to the weekly classes, we have also participated in the semiannual Bravo Bash recitals, which brought our daughter's ballet enthusiasm to the next level.”
“She creates such a fun and supportive environment, and it’s been amazing to see our daughter’s confidence and skills grow each week.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been attending Tutu School for over a year now, and it has been such a joyful experience for our family. She’s 2 and a half, and every class has been a wonderful combination of creativity, movement, and fun.
My 2 year old daughter loves coming here and looks forward to it every week. We especially love Teacher Allie, who really understands toddler attention spans and keeps the class moving at a fast clip. She also understands that toddlers don't always follow directions and doesn't intervene if they're a little off course.
My daughter has been dancing at Tutu School Berkeley for 4 months in the tutu toddlers level. We both enjoy the fun and age appropriate classes very much. My daughter practices the moves and steps on her own at home and looks forward to class with joy and excitement. She especially loves classes with teacher Allie.
Our daughter loves Tutu School! She started in the toddler class at 2 years old, and we have been amazed to see her progression through various class levels over the last three years. The class structure is the perfect mix of fun and age-appropriate instruction in a low stress environment.
Your first ballet class at Tutu School Berkeley
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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