Dance Classes in Carmel Valley

The Dance Academy Del Mar offers dance classes in Carmel Valley for students of every age and skill level, right at Del Mar Highlands Town Center. From toddlers taking their first steps to teens and adults, our studio welcomes dancers into a warm, personal environment built around ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, and more.

Founded by Ms. Francine Garton, who brings over 25 years of award-winning experience, The Dance Academy Del Mar is among a select few RAD-certified studios in the San Diego region. Our faculty includes a former Bolshoi Ballet soloist and a Guinness World Record holder, so every class is taught to a genuinely professional standard.

Students grow through a structured pathway: Baby & Me creative movement for the youngest dancers, RAD-certified ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, and acro, and a full adult program for beginners and returning dancers. Each class is designed to build technique, confidence, and a lasting love of dance.

Choosing the right studio for your child is a personal decision, and Carmel Valley families want a place where their dancer is truly seen. That is what The Dance Academy Del Mar is built to be: small classes, individual attention, and a community where every student feels at home from their very first class.

Why Carmel Valley Families Choose The Dance Academy Del Mar

Carmel Valley families have many options, and The Dance Academy Del Mar stands apart for a few clear reasons:

• Royal Academy of Dance certification: we are among a select few RAD-certified studios in the San Diego region, with access to official RAD exams and internationally recognized credentials.

• Faculty with real performance experience: our instructors include a former Bolshoi Ballet soloist and a Guinness World Record holder, bringing genuine professional artistry into every class.

• Programs for every age and level: from Baby & Me for toddlers to Ballet Academy for advanced students, our curriculum is built for long-term growth — students progress rather than outgrow us.

• A nurturing, community-centered studio: families describe The Dance Academy Del Mar as a home away from home, where every student is recognized as an individual.

Dance Classes for Every Age in Carmel Valley

Located at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, The Dance Academy Del Mar offers instruction for students from 18 months through adulthood. The youngest begin with Baby & Me and Toddlers & Tiny Tots; dancers train in RAD Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Acro; and Adult Dance Classes welcome every level. Explore the full class list to see levels, schedules, and what each program works toward.

A Schedule Built for Carmel Valley Families

We know how full a Carmel Valley family's week can be. The Dance Academy Del Mar offers morning, afternoon, and evening classes across the full range of styles, so dancers can train at a time that fits school, work, and family life. Small class sizes mean every student receives real correction and encouragement in every session, no matter when they attend.

Our Dance Programs

From a child's first creative movement class to advanced ballet, our programs build on one another to create a clear pathway for every dancer:

• Baby & Me and Toddlers & Tiny Tots: creative movement, music, and a joyful first introduction to ballet, tap, and jazz.

• RAD Ballet, Pre-Pointe & Pointe, and Ballet Academy: internationally certified classical ballet with a structured exam pathway and advanced training.

• Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Acro: energetic, expressive styles that build rhythm, performance quality, and versatility.

• Stretch & Strength and Adult Dance Classes: conditioning that supports every discipline, plus a welcoming adult program for all levels.

Start Dancing in Carmel Valley

From anywhere in San Diego, our Carmel Valley studio at Del Mar Highlands Town Center is an easy drive — and your first class is one step away. Ready to join us for class? CLICK HERE to create an account. Then, log in and select "find drop-ins" to find your class!