The Premier Dance Studio in

San Diego - All Styles, All Ages

From babies as young as 2 months to adult dancers, we offer a wide range of classes for every age, stage, and experience level, from recreational programs to pre-professional training. Our classes combine strong dance education with creativity, confidence-building, and fun, creating a positive environment where every dancer can shine.

Royal Academy of Dance

The RAD Ballet program is a globally recognized syllabus offering structured, progressive ballet training from beginner to advanced levels. Our RAD classes emphasize strong technique, musicality, and artistry, incorporating both practical exercises and performance opportunities. Students benefit from the discipline and tradition of classical ballet, while preparing for official RAD exams and certifications.

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Baby and Me dance class at The Dance Academy Del Mar Del Mar

Baby Steps

Our Baby Steps program introduces little ones to a love of dance, music, movement, and connection from the very beginning, now welcoming babies as young as 2 months through 3 years. Designed for babies, toddlers, and their parents or caregivers, these nurturing classes create a warm and engaging space where families can bond and learn together. Through age-appropriate movement, music, sensory play, creative exploration, and first dance experiences, little ones develop coordination, confidence, musicality, social skills, and early motor development. Filled with creativity, imagination, love, and beautiful energy, Baby Steps is the perfect place for your child’s first experiences with movement and the beginning of a lifelong love of dance.

Ballet class with young girls in pink leotards and tights playing with a colorful parachute in a dance studio, guided by an instructor.

Twinkle Toes / Tiny Tots

Designed especially for ages 3–5, our Twinkle Toes and Tiny Tots classes give little dancers the opportunity to explore a variety of styles including ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling and hip hop while building a strong foundation in movement, musicality, coordination, and classroom confidence. We believe in teaching correct technique from the very beginning in an age-appropriate and encouraging way, while creating a space where children can use their imagination, express their creativity, make new friendships, and develop a genuine love for dance. Filled with energy, joy, and plenty of fun, this is the perfect next step in your child’s dance journey.

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Pre Pointe & Pointe

Pre pointe is a requirement where students train and develop the strength and technique in order to eventually go en pointe. We’re very mindful of each individual students development as they grow and mature. We monitor carefully their progression and have a careful assessment before they get their pointe shoes.

Pointe class is an advanced ballet technique requiring strength, balance, and precision that many dancers aspire to reach. This class can be very technical, but can also incorporate variations from the classical ballets so students can learn different choreography en pointe and what it takes to perform at this level.

Ballet class at The Dance Academy Del Mar San Diego

Ballet

Ballet is the foundation of all dance forms, focusing on grace, strength, and precision. Our ballet classes emphasize proper technique, alignment, and posture, while fostering artistry and fluidity in movement. Each class is carefully designed according to the child’s age, skillset, development and maturity. We encourage children to feel free to express themselves through music and movement, while instilling the joy and disciplines that are required for correct ballet training.

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Ballet Academy

A focused and rigorous program designed for dancers who are committed to mastering the art of ballet. With a strong emphasis on technique, artistry, and performance, students receive comprehensive training from highly experienced instructors. The academy prepares dancers for various ballet performances, providing them with the opportunity to showcase their skills on stage. Whether pursuing professional ballet careers or personal growth, our ballet program offers the discipline and dedication needed to succeed.

Contemporary dance class at The Dance Academy Del Mar

Contemporary dance merges elements of ballet, modern, and jazz to create expressive and innovative movement, often telling a story through the emotion of the music. In our contemporary classes, students explore fluidity, dynamics, and emotion, developing their own artistic voice while improving flexibility, strength, and technical skill. The focus is on personal expression and pushing the boundaries of traditional dance forms.

Contemporary / Lyrical

Young girls participating in a ballet class, standing on a black dance floor with a ballet barre on the wall behind them, dressed in ballet leotards and tights, with some raising their arms in a dance pose.

Tap

Tap dance is all about rhythm, sound, and musicality. In our tap classes, students learn to use their feet as instruments, creating intricate patterns and sounds while improving coordination and timing. With a focus on both basic steps and advanced techniques, tap helps students develop a strong sense of rhythm.

Jazz dance class at The Dance Academy Del Mar

Jazz

Jazz dance combines energetic movements with dynamic rhythms and stylistic flair. Our jazz classes focus on building strong technique through warm up, across the floor exercises, finishing with a combo or choreography from the latest pop songs to broadway. Students explore a range of styles from traditional to contemporary, developing confidence and versatility.

Hip hop dance class at The Dance Academy Del Mar Carmel Valley

Hip Hop

Hip Hop is an energetic and expressive dance style that draws from street dance culture. Our hip hop classes focus on developing rhythm, body control, and style through high-energy routines, incorporating the latest trends and movements. Students will learn how to move with confidence and individuality, while embracing the fun and freedom of this urban art form.

Ballet dancers in a studio practicing splits and raising arms in unison.

Stretch & Strength

Stretch & Strength classes focus on improving flexibility, building core strength, and enhancing overall mobility. Students engage in a series of stretching exercises, strengthening routines, and injury prevention techniques to enhance their dance performance. This class is ideal for dancers looking to improve their range of motion and physical endurance.

Acro dance class at The Dance Academy Del Mar

Acro

Acro dance fuses dance technique with acrobatic elements, such as tumbling, cartwheel, walkovers, aerials, backbends, flips, and handstands. Our acro classes focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility, and control while safely learning acrobatic tricks. Students will improve their overall athleticism while adding an exciting, dynamic dimension to their acrobatic vocabulary.

Contact Us

We are here to guide you on your dance journey. Whether you have questions about our classes, performances, schedule, or want to learn more about how we can support your child’s development, our team is ready to assist you.