Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Ballet Training in Nevada City
Nevada City Ballet Academy has been dedicated to ballet education since its founding in 2005. Our studio prioritizes correct technique, individualized attention, and a nurturing environment for students of all levels. With small class sizes, we ensure personalized corrections that help dancers develop strength, coordination, and artistic expression. Our curriculum includes barre work, center exercises, and choreography that emphasize proper body alignment and injury prevention. Located near Nevada City Schools, we offer convenient access for families with flexible scheduling options.Our annual June recital showcases student progress while fostering confidence and appreciation for ballet as an art form. We maintain strict dress codes to cultivate professionalism and respect in the classroom. With over two decades of teaching experience, our director Krista Pagan continues to refine her approach to ballet pedagogy while maintaining a non-competitive atmosphere that celebrates individual growth.
Services
Ballet Classes
Dancewear Sales
Costume Ordering
Class Descriptions
Studio Recital
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes for personalized attention
- Our director has 25+ years of ballet teaching experience
- We emphasize proper technique and injury prevention
- We provide annual performance opportunities for students
- We maintain a non-competitive, supportive learning environment
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet classes combine barre work, center exercises, and choreography to develop technical proficiency and artistic expression. Students learn proper body alignment, ballet terminology, and expressive movement while building strength and flexibility. Small class sizes ensure individualized attention and corrections.
Dancewear Sales
The NCBA store offers essential dancewear including leotards, tights, ballet shoes, and warmers. We maintain specific dress code requirements for each class level, with skirts available for purchase that correspond to students' proficiency. Our retail hours align with class schedules for parent convenience.
Costume Ordering
We coordinate annual recital costumes with clear ordering processes and deadlines. Parents complete costume agreements and make payments through our online system. Each class level has designated costume options that align with performance themes and choreography requirements.
Class Descriptions
Detailed class descriptions outline age requirements, technical focus, and progression criteria for each level. Our curriculum builds from foundational techniques to advanced performance skills, with clear expectations for student development and mastery of ballet principles.
Studio Recital
Our annual June recital showcases student achievements through choreographed performances. The event provides valuable stage experience while demonstrating technical progress and artistic growth. Families receive detailed information about rehearsal schedules, ticket sales, and performance logistics.
People
Krista Pagan
Director
Krista Pagan has taught ballet since 1999 and founded NCBA in 2005. She emphasizes proper technique and individual growth in a non-competitive environment, with 25+ years of experience developing dancers' strength and confidence through personalized instruction.
Questions
What ballet class levels do you offer?
We offer classes from beginner to advanced levels, including specialized programs for young children through our Rosebuds, Daisies, and Lilacs divisions.
What are your dress code requirements?
Girls wear black leotards, pink tights, and ballet skirts in level-specific colors. Boys wear white shirts and black leggings. Specific footwear and hair requirements apply to all students.
How do I pay for classes?
Payments can be made online through our secure payment portal. We also accept in-person payments during retail hours for costume orders and dancewear purchases.
When is the annual recital?
Our studio recital takes place annually in June, featuring performances from all class levels. Rehearsal schedules and ticket information are provided in advance.
Is there parking available?
Yes, we have ample parking for parents and students. Our location near Nevada City Schools provides convenient access for families with school-aged children.
When do costume orders need to be placed?
Costume orders must be submitted in January each year. Payment agreements and ordering links become available through our online portal at that time.
Reviews (4)
Matty Behr
Sep 13, 2019
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Love the support and family feel to this studio, very professional but also a level of caring, kindness and friendship that extends beyond ballet. Very appreciative to have found such an amazing studio for our daughter to learn and grow.
Bar Adam
Jun 13, 2019
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Great studio amazing teacher my kids are in class there for the third year I highly recommend this place
Valerie Ford
Jun 09, 2017
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Excellent classical ballet instruction, very kind teacher and students, encouraging and positive environment.
Rachel Trogdon
Jun 07, 2017
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I have been dancing here for just a year or two, but I love it already. I've grown so much since I started, thanks to the fabulous teaching and friendly environment. I totally recommend it.