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West Valley Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Ballet school in Chatsworth, California
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
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 747-298-6400
- Website & schedule westvalleydance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–7:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30–10:30 am, 4:15–7:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:15 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I like that my daughter has the opportunity to go into class on her own while I can watch.”
What families & students say
“The weekday classes are easier for parking, but honestly on the weekends it is kind of nice to walk down the tree lined street to the school as well.”
“Good teachers, clean, friendly, and many dance choices for all ages.”
From the reviews
This place is just great. I love it. The weekday classes are easier for parking, but honestly on the weekends it is kind of nice to walk down the tree lined street to the school as well. It is reasonably priced and well worth it in my opinion. The school itself is clean and friendly.
Such an amazing place for our children to attend. Miss Lisa and her staff are great with them they super patient and kind. We are so glad to be apart of West valley dance academy.
My daughter (3 year old) just started today and this place is so amazing! The instructor Meghan is so sweet! She has such good ideas to keep the kids from being distracted yet she knows how to get them to listen to her but is so sweet with the kids.
I was looking for dance school for my daughter, finally came across this academy, She had trial classes at several different schools but this is where we finally stopped looking because this place was what we were looking for.
Adult ballet at West Valley Dance Academy
West Valley Dance Academy 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 West Valley 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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