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Tutu School Irvine
5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Ballet school in Irvine, 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 +1 949-271-0681
- Website & schedule tutuschool.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 3:30–6:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 3:30–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 3:30–6:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–1:30 pm, 3:30–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–4 pm |
The programs they offer
“The music, movement, and celebration were perfectly paced for toddlers, and my child had the biggest smile the whole time while dancing on his own for the very first time.”
“The music, movement, and celebration were perfectly paced for toddlers, and my child had the biggest smile the whole time while dancing on his own for the very first time.”
What families & students say
“The various props, darling music, ballet curriculum of technique, terminology and French are impressive.”
“The music, movement, and celebration were perfectly paced for toddlers, and my child had the biggest smile the whole time while dancing on his own for the very first time.”
“Tutu School has been the absolute best experience for my daughter! It has been amazing to watch her confidence grow from day 1, and she genuinely loves going to class every week.”
“Tutu school provides well enough practice time, incredible costumes and a crown, and this whole experience gives the dancers such confidence!”
“I am impressed by the progress my shy little dancer has made and she even wanted to participate in the semiannual recital (the costumes are so cute!”
“She gets to explore her love of ballet, enjoy the company of other kiddos and have a special daddy-daughter activity every week.”
From the reviews
Such a joyful first class at Tutu School Irvine! The studio is gorgeous (brand new, spacious, beautifully lit and decorated, freshly painted, beautiful chandelier in the restroom, etc). And we are beyond grateful for our daughter's teacher, Miss Kate; we cannot say enough good things about her.
Our daughter LOVES the Tutu Toddler classes! She has been attending since roughly 1 & 1/2 years old (first at the HB location and now at the Irvine school!) and it has been so much fun for the whole family to watch, ESPECIALLY the Bravo Bash recitals!
Both of my daughters absolutely love Irvine Tutu School. My 2-year-old daughter enjoys various physical activities using fun teaching aids and is fully immersed in ballet. There's free-style dance, storytelling, coloring, and even bubble time, which keeps toddlers engaged and interested.
Tutu School Irvine has been such a wonderful experience for our family! It’s so much more than just ballet; it’s a place where children learn confidence, creativity, and leadership in the most nurturing environment.
Your first ballet class at Tutu School Irvine
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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