Business Details
Premier Dance Classes in San Diego
At 4S Dance Academy, we have dedicated ourselves to cultivating a nurturing environment where students of all ages can explore and excel in various dance disciplines. Our academy offers comprehensive training in ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theatre, and tap, with a focus on technical precision and artistic expression. With small class sizes and experienced instructors, we prioritize personalized attention to foster individual growth and confidence. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the annual performances that showcase our students' progress, including productions like The Nutcracker and Spring Performance. We maintain a family-friendly atmosphere where both children and adults can develop their skills in a supportive community.Over the years, we have built a reputation for professionalism, safety, and adaptability, including successful virtual class offerings during challenging times. Our leadership team combines decades of dance education experience with a passion for creating a positive learning environment. We offer trial classes to help prospective students experience our approach firsthand, ensuring they find the right fit for their dance journey. Our parents consistently praise the quality of instruction, the welcoming atmosphere, and the visible progress their children achieve through our programs. Through both in-studio and online platforms, we remain committed to making dance education accessible and enriching for all.
Services
Ballet Classes
Contemporary Dance
Hip Hop Instruction
Jazz Dance
Lyrical Dance
Modern Dance
Musical Theatre
Tap Dance
Adult Dance
Trial Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes for personalized dance instruction
- Our faculty includes experienced instructors with professional backgrounds
- We provide diverse dance styles from ballet to hip hop
- Our family-friendly environment supports all skill levels
- We maintain rigorous safety and cleanliness standards
What people say
Nurturing dance studio
Experienced teachers
Gained confidence
Well-run studio
Phenomenal safety protocols
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical excellence through structured training in classical technique and performance artistry. Students progress through defined levels with individualized attention in small classes. The curriculum prepares dancers for both recreational enjoyment and professional aspirations while emphasizing proper form and injury prevention.
Hip Hop Instruction
Contemporary hip hop classes focus on rhythm, musicality, and personal expression through modern street dance styles. Instructors emphasize safe technique while encouraging creative interpretation of music and choreography. Classes cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced dancers seeking competition preparation.
Musical Theatre
Integrated musical theatre training combines dance, singing, and acting skills for stage performance readiness. Students learn repertoire from Broadway shows while developing versatility in different performance styles. The program emphasizes storytelling through movement and character development for theatrical productions.
Adult Dance
Designed for adult learners, these classes provide a welcoming environment for dance enthusiasts at any experience level. Participants enjoy various styles from ballet to jazz while improving fitness, coordination, and artistic expression. The non-competitive setting focuses on personal growth and enjoyment of dance as a lifelong pursuit.
Trial Classes
Prospective students can experience our teaching approach through free trial classes before committing to enrollment. The trial program allows dancers to explore different styles and instructors while experiencing our studio's family-friendly atmosphere. This introductory opportunity helps ensure proper placement and comfort level with our teaching methods.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide comprehensive training in ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theatre, and tap dance styles for all skill levels.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide free trial classes through our online registration system to help prospective students experience our teaching approach firsthand.
Are virtual classes available?
We offer virtual live classes with interactive instruction, maintaining our quality standards for remote learning when needed.
What safety measures do you follow?
We maintain rigorous cleanliness protocols with regular sanitization, proper ventilation, and safety procedures for all in-studio activities.
How do performances work?
We present multiple annual productions including The Nutcracker, Spring Performance, and June Recital with professional staging and family-friendly participation.
What class sizes can I expect?
Our commitment to personalized instruction means maintaining small class sizes with maximum student-teacher interaction for optimal learning.
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Reviews (6)
Jordan Hepworth
Nov 30, 2021
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We have 2 children who have been attending for a few years now and absolutely love the quality and care the instructors put into classes and into the performances. They do great work!
Kristy J.
Oct 27, 2020
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Love this dance studio! The owners are awesome human beings and you can tell they are passionate about what they do! It feels like a family and my daughters have loved going. They are in person now (and we are on the super caution spectrum of this virus) but feel like they do a phenomenal job with safety, cleanliness and making sure the parents are in the know with their protocols and procedures. It's tough for small businesses especially right now and this is one I definitely support!
Lisa D.
Dec 13, 2016
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I am so grateful that Shay & Jason have taken over 4S Dance Academy. They are wonderful people and great with the kids, and of course Ms. Shay is an excellent teacher as is the rest of the staff. My girls love going to dance in a nurturing yet disciplined dance environment. They have done a great job with the space they have to make it possible for parents to see their children dance. We have been to a couple of other studios, and 4S is definitely by far the best in the area for us! We are excited to have been a part of the 1st 4S Dance recital last June and are looking forward to the
Annamarie M.
Jul 09, 2016
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Great dance studio with wonderfully friendly, patient, and talented teachers and staff. My daughter has attended this school for the past year and I've seen her develop her skill and confidence tremendously. She throws out French words that I don't know (pique, pli, tondieu??) and learned how to skip/hula hoop and be graceful from these teachers. The end of the year recital was very professional and definitely made me feel like our time and money investment was worth it! Lovely family that runs the business, lovely teachers, and lovely studio all around.
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-New facilities with
Jason B.
Mar 18, 2016
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Friendly family run business. Went to a couple of dance places for my daughter and this is the one she really likes. I really like this place too. I have been to a couple other places and this was one of the studios where little girls were not being taught to dance suggestively. Geared towards ballet. Nice, professional teachers. Nice facility in the Westwood area.
Lynn C.
Nov 04, 2015
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Under new ownership!!!! We liked it before they bought it and now we LOVE it! The new owners care about the quality and are there every day! It's a small family business which I love! Super cute and family oriented place! They do a nutcracker every year and performances each session!
