Business Details
17 Years
experience
Premier Dance Classes in Campbell, CA
Silhouette Dance Studio has been nurturing dancers of all ages and skill levels since 2009. Our mission is to create a supportive, family-oriented environment where students develop technical proficiency, artistic expression, and positive self-image through dance. With experienced instructors like Artistic Director Irina Mantel, who brings decades of professional training from Tashkent Musical Theater and the Bay Area, we offer personalized coaching that adapts to individual learning needs.Our curriculum spans classical ballet, ballroom, jazz, and folk dance, with performance opportunities in annual recitals and holiday shows. We emphasize joyful learning through innovative teaching methods while maintaining professional standards in costume rentals, class structure, and production quality.
Services
Ballet
Ballroom
Jazz
Folk Dance
Adult Classes
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer free introductory lessons for new students
- Our instructors have decades of professional dance experience
- We provide performance opportunities in annual recitals
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized attention
- We offer flexible pricing with family discounts available
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through structured training. Students learn proper body alignment, dance positions, and coordination through progressive exercises. The curriculum emphasizes musicality, grace, and performance skills while maintaining a nurturing environment that builds confidence and discipline.
Ballroom
Adult ballroom classes teach fundamental partner dance techniques in a welcoming atmosphere. Students master basic step patterns and timing for various ballroom styles while developing social interaction skills. The program focuses on practical application for real-world dance scenarios while promoting physical fitness and social engagement through weekly group instruction.
Jazz
Jazz classes combine technical training with creative expression for students aged 11 and up. The curriculum covers contemporary jazz techniques, lyrical movement, and performance choreography. Students develop strength, flexibility, and rhythmic awareness while exploring diverse musical styles and performance opportunities in annual productions.
Folk Dance
Folk dance instruction introduces traditional dance forms from various cultural backgrounds. Students learn authentic movement patterns, rhythmic structures, and cultural context while developing coordination and group performance skills. The program emphasizes cultural appreciation and historical significance through practical dance instruction and performance opportunities.
Adult Classes
Specialized adult dance programs cater to students aged 17 and older with varying experience levels. Classes focus on accessible learning techniques, performance preparation, and physical fitness benefits. Participants gain stage experience through theater productions while enjoying a supportive environment that emphasizes personal growth and artistic expression without competitive pressure.
People
Irina Mantel
Artistic Director and Choreographer
Irina Mantel graduated with honors from Tashkent Choreography College in 1981 and performed professionally for 15 years at Tashkent Musical Theater. She has taught ballet and choreographed productions in the Bay Area for over 20 years, bringing extensive international performance experience to her students.
Valeriy Mantel
Art Production Manager
Valeriy Mantel contributes his theater production expertise from Tashkent Musical Theater to manage audio engineering and production elements. With decades of experience in music editing and stage production, he ensures professional quality in all studio performances and events.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, ballroom, jazz, folk dance, and contemporary styles for ages 3 to adult through structured classes and performance opportunities.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide a free introductory lesson for new students to experience our teaching style and studio environment before enrolling.
What are your class sizes?
We maintain small class sizes with age-appropriate divisions to ensure personalized attention and proper skill development for all students.
Are there performance opportunities?
We present two annual performances: a May/June recital and December holiday show, with costume rentals included in annual fees.
What is your payment policy?
Monthly tuition covers weekly classes with no additional charge for months containing five weeks. We accept cash and personal checks with family discounts available.
