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Welcome to Pacific Ballet Academy
Pacific Ballet Academy has been dedicated to ballet education for over three decades, offering a comprehensive curriculum from pre-ballet to pre-professional training. Our institution follows the Danilova and Balanchine philosophy, emphasizing quality instruction and holistic development. We cater to students of all ages and abilities, fostering technical excellence while encouraging diverse interests beyond dance.With a faculty of experienced professionals, we provide personalized attention to align with individual goals, whether recreational or career-oriented. Our commitment to community engagement is evident through annual performances like The Nutcracker and Spring Showcase, alongside supporting local dancers through scholarships and performance opportunities.
Services
Ballet Classes
Pointe Training
Summer Programs
Performance Coaching
Studio Rentals
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of specialized ballet instruction following Balanchine techniques
- Our faculty provides personalized attention for students from beginner to pre-professional levels
- We combine technical rigor with flexible programming for recreational and career-focused dancers
- Our annual performances showcase student growth in classical and contemporary repertoire
- We maintain professional-grade facilities with four studios available for community use
Services
Ballet Classes
We offer graded ballet instruction from beginner to pre-professional levels. Our curriculum develops proper technique through barre work, center practice, and performance preparation. Students gain strength, coordination, and artistic expression while learning classical and contemporary repertoire.
Pointe Training
Specialized classes prepare dancers for pointe work with strength-building exercises. We emphasize proper alignment and injury prevention while developing the technical skills needed for advanced ballet performance. Instructor approval ensures appropriate readiness for pointe level training.
Summer Programs
Our intensive summer training programs provide focused skill development through daily classes and performance preparation. Dancers receive technical refinement and artistic coaching in a supportive environment that fosters growth and prepares students for the upcoming season.
Performance Coaching
We offer specialized coaching for competition and performance opportunities. This includes repertoire development, stagecraft training, and artistic interpretation guidance. Selected students receive personalized instruction to excel in competitive and professional settings.
Studio Rentals
Our four professional studios accommodate various dance and movement activities. Each space features sprung floors, full-length mirrors, and sound systems. Rentals include access to dressing rooms and performance preparation areas for community dance groups and instructors.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We welcome students of all ages from early childhood through adult recreational classes.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide free trial classes to help determine appropriate skill level placement.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes, we produce annual productions including The Nutcracker and Spring Showcase featuring student performers.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept online payments, PayPal transfers, and checks for class registration and studio rentals.
Do you have dress code requirements?
Adult classes have no formal dress code, but we recommend fitted dance attire for optimal movement.
How can I rent studio space?
Contact us directly via phone or email to check availability and schedule studio rentals.
Reviews (7)
Lisa B.
Feb 07, 2019
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They have good teachers and they have bad teachers. Regardless of the quality of the teaching, this is not a place for hard core ballet instruction/learning. It's kind of a notch up from places that moms send their daughters to go trot around a studio and have fun. But this is definitely not a place anyone who wants to become accomplished in dancing would come to. My daughter has been here with this school for 3 years. We're staying, FOR THE TIME BEING, because I don't think she's going for anything more than just leisure dancing and getting a nice posture. However, as she
Kaitlyn C.
Feb 04, 2019
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I used a few of my ClassPass credits on this ballet school because my sister and her friends had been a few times so I had heard about it. The only class that's available on ClassPass is the Beginner I class on Sunday mornings, which is worthy to note if you're a church goer. The teacher was extremely patient, high energy, and encouraging. I've forgotten her name, but she is also the Director of the studio. Beginner I is suitable for people who have never taken ballet classes before to people who have taken ballet before but who need to review the basics of footwork before moving
Kathryn B.
Dec 23, 2017
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We recently had the pleasure of watching students from Pacific Ballet Academy perform to Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite while attending Palo Alto Chamber Orchestra's Holiday Extravaganza. We thoroughly enjoyed the lovely choreography and costumes. They added variety and beauty to the program, and were a delight to watch.
Ashley Proctor
Jun 16, 2017
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Great, encouraging teachers who make all children feel included. Regular opportunities for the children to participate in showsthe Nutcracker, for example. We tried Western Ballet, too, but this felt much warmer. Though it's only through a small window, parents of the younger children can observe the class. At Western ballet, that wasn't allowed. Seems easier to get in and out of too, parking wise. Also, if you're trying to do swim classes, there's a swim school right across the street.
J. J.
Aug 14, 2014
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Karen Dycaico is a wonderful instructor and so patient with young children. She is kind and so supportive of their creativity. You can opt to not join the nutcracker performance if you don't want to commit to buying four tickets but it is worth it. There are at least 6 Clara's in their performances and I have found them to be ethnically diverse and of different body types. Also like the older girls mentoring younger ones. They also do a lovely spring showcase if you don't want to do the nutcracker. Like that this school is only ballet.
Michelle L.
Apr 26, 2014
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Spoke with the Director after an unhappy event. She was willing to listen and take suggestions into consideration. We are back to the classes and I can definitely see the instructor adjusting her communication strategy and making an effort to listen and respond. It was a relief to see my little 5 year old smiling and eager to practice all the ballet moves. Thank you for working with us to make this a great place for the future ballerinas.
Shingan W.
Nov 02, 2013
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Our kid joined the Christmas show. At first they told us you need to buy 4 tickets if you want to place your kid in the show. That is fine, but in November they suddenly change that to 12 tickets, which is over $350 for just a few minutes on the stage! This is ridiculous, dishonest and unacceptable. We won't go to this place again.
