Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance School in Turlock, CA
At Alegria Performing Arts Academy, we specialize in patient and personalized dance instruction tailored to individual learning styles and paces. Our studio in Downtown Turlock offers group classes and private lessons in diverse styles including ballroom, ballet, hip-hop, and folklrico. Founded in 2014 by Gabrielle Aguiar-Forrest, a ballroom dance instructor with over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment where students of all ages and skill levels can thrive.Our team of 20+ instructors brings specialized expertise in dance and music, emphasizing creativity, confidence, and community. We cater to social dancers, wedding couples, and performers, combining fitness with fun through dynamic choreography. Our rebranding in 2020 reflects our expanded focus on performing arts beyond ballroom dance, offering a holistic approach to movement and expression.
Services
Private Dance Lessons
Group Dance Classes
Children's Dance Classes
Wedding Dance Instruction
Ballet Classes
Hip-Hop Classes
Folklrico Dance
Musical Theatre
Tumbling & Acro
Latin Dance Instruction
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized dance instruction tailored to individual learning styles and paces.
- Our team includes 20+ experienced instructors specializing in diverse dance and music styles.
- We provide affordable options with no registration fees and multiple discount programs.
- Our studio serves as a parent-friendly environment with open floor plan observation.
- We combine fitness with fun through dance workouts burning 300-500 calories per hour.
What people say
Passionate instructors
Welcoming environment
Diverse dance styles
Experienced teachers
Fun and supportive
Services
Private Dance Lessons
Personalized dance instruction tailored to individual goals and skill levels. Our 45-minute sessions focus on technique refinement, special event preparation, or foundational skill-building in styles like ballroom, ballet, or jazz. Instructors adapt to each student's learning pace, making this ideal for beginners through advanced dancers seeking focused improvement.
Group Dance Classes
Affordable group classes for all ages and abilities. Participants learn ballroom, hip-hop, jazz, and more while developing social skills and fitness. Classes emphasize partner rotation for social dance practice while accommodating couples who prefer dancing together. Weekly progression builds technical skills and confidence in a community setting.
Wedding Dance Instruction
Custom choreography for wedding first dances, father-daughter dances, and special events. Our instructors create personalized routines matching couples' comfort levels and musical preferences. Sessions focus on building confidence with smooth transitions and elegant movements for memorable performances in front of guests.
Children's Dance Classes
Age-appropriate dance instruction starting from 20 months old. Classes develop coordination, creativity, and confidence through ballet, hip-hop, and jazz. Instructors use playful teaching methods to maintain children's engagement while introducing fundamental dance concepts in a positive, energetic environment.
Ballet Classes
Technical ballet instruction for all levels from beginner to advanced. Classes focus on proper form, posture, and classical techniques while incorporating creative elements. Students progress through structured curriculum while developing strength, flexibility, and artistic expression through traditional ballet training.
People
Gabrielle Aguiar-Forrest
Founder / Owner / Director
Owner and director with 15+ years of ballroom dance expertise. Founded Alegria in 2014 after discovering dance through her parents' lessons at age 14. Specializes in wedding dance instruction and partner dancing.
McKenzie Anderson
Assistant Director
Assistant director and cheer/jazz instructor with leadership roles in community events and performance teams. Brings expertise in creative direction and youth dance instruction to the Alegria team.
Rachel Loftin
Executive Administrative Assistant
Manages administrative operations and costume design while teaching hip-hop and contemporary dance. Coordinates fundraising initiatives and supports studio logistics as part of the leadership team.
Alethia
Salsa & Latin Instructor
Specializes in Latin dance styles including salsa and bachata. Provides instruction for social dancers and quinceaera choreography while contributing to the academy's performance events.
Danni
Hip Hop Instructor
Teaches multiple urban dance styles including hip-hop, reggaeton, and tribal. Brings cultural dance expertise to classes while choreographing for special events and performances at the academy.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer instruction in ballroom, ballet, hip-hop, jazz, folklórico, Latin styles, musical theatre, tumbling, and more for all ages and skill levels.
Do you offer private lessons for wedding couples?
Yes, we specialize in customized wedding dance instruction with choreography tailored to your comfort level and musical preferences for special events.
What should I wear to my first dance class?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement. For ballroom classes, choose flat-soled shoes that stay securely on your feet without traction.
Are there dance classes for young children?
Yes, we offer age-appropriate dance classes starting from 20 months old through our children's dance program with specialized instructors.
Do you have group classes for social dancers?
Yes, our group classes accommodate social dancers of all levels with partner rotation opportunities while allowing couples to dance together.
How do I schedule a private dance lesson?
Contact us directly at (925) 980-5683 or through our website to schedule private lessons at your convenience in our Turlock studio.
Reviews (1)
Eve A.
Jul 22, 2021
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Located in the heart of Turlock. Great customer service. Beautiful studio. Extra clean. Love the set up and the purple wall
