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9 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance School in Poway, CA
Lynch Dance Institute has established itself as North County's premier destination for professional dance education since its founding 8 years ago. Our studio offers expert instruction in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and a robust adult open program, complemented by private coaching opportunities. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming yet focused environment that supports dancers of all ages through developmentally appropriate training. Our curriculum nurtures technical mastery, mental resilience, and artistic expression while maintaining a phone-free zone that emphasizes discipline meeting joy. With a proven track record of placing dancers in elite training programs, top college dance departments, and professional companies worldwide, we've built a culture of care where every dancer receives individual attention and support.Our founders Tim and Alex Lynch combine classical foundation teaching with creative exploration, instilling both technical proficiency and personal growth. The studio's Nutcracker Reimagined production exemplifies our commitment to progressive storytelling and inclusive performance opportunities. Students benefit from multiple annual performances and community engagement events that showcase their artistic development. Our faculty comprises passionate professionals dedicated to nurturing dancers through strong technical training and artistic mentorship. Located conveniently off I-15 in Poway with ample free parking, we provide accessible world-class dance education to the San Diego community.
Services
Ballet Instruction
Jazz Dance Classes
Tap Technique Training
Contemporary Dance
Adult Dance Fitness
Private Coaching
Performance Ensemble
Summer Dance Programs
Trainee Program
Community Performances
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 8 years of proven success placing dancers in elite training programs worldwide
- Our faculty includes certified ballet instructors with professional performance experience
- We provide developmentally appropriate training for dancers from beginner to pre-professional levels
- Our Nutcracker Reimagined production offers unique performance opportunities with progressive storytelling
- We maintain a phone-free zone to emphasize focused, distraction-free dance education
What people say
Professional mentorship
Artistic growth
Performance opportunities
Expert instruction
Inclusive environment
Services
Ballet Instruction
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistry through structured training. Students progress through levels mastering pointe work, barre exercises, and classical repertoire. The curriculum emphasizes proper alignment, musicality, and performance quality while preparing dancers for both professional careers and college programs.
Performance Ensemble
This performance group offers dancers professional stage experience through community events and special showcases. Participants learn diverse choreography styles while developing stage presence and versatility. The program emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and community engagement through public performances at festivals and cultural events.
Adult Dance Fitness
Our adult open program combines dance technique with physical fitness for all experience levels. Classes focus on improving flexibility, strength, and coordination while maintaining artistic expression. The program offers a welcoming environment for recreational dancers seeking both physical benefits and creative outlet.
Trainee Program
This specialized program develops pre-professional dancers through intensive technical training and artistic mentorship. Participants receive personalized coaching, performance opportunities, and career guidance. The curriculum bridges recreational dance with professional preparation through structured skill development and performance experience.
Summer Classes
Our summer session offers concentrated dance training with flexible class options. Students can enroll in specialized workshops or comprehensive programs combining multiple dance styles. The curriculum maintains technical development while exploring creative choreography in a supportive, immersive environment.
People
Tim Lynch
Co-Founder
Co-founder with 8 years of experience developing dance education programs. Combines classical training with innovative teaching methods to nurture technical excellence and artistic expression in students at all levels.
Alex Lynch
Co-Founder
Co-founder and master instructor known for challenging teaching methods that push students beyond limits. Specializes in helping dancers develop personal movement expression while maintaining technical precision and artistic integrity.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer comprehensive training in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and Broadway styles for students of all ages and skill levels.
Do you have performance opportunities?
Yes! Our Performance Ensemble and Senior Company participate in community events, festivals, and our annual Nutcracker Reimagined production.
What age groups do you teach?
We provide developmentally appropriate training for children through adults, with specialized programs for beginner to pre-professional dancers.
Are there competitive programs?
Our Trainee Program offers advanced training for serious dancers seeking professional development while maintaining a focus on artistic growth and technical mastery.
How do I register for classes?
Registration details and class schedules are available on our website, or you can contact us directly at 858-282-9911 for personalized assistance.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes! Our summer session includes specialized workshops and comprehensive training programs combining multiple dance styles in an immersive environment.
Reviews (6)
Ellen Im
Sep 13, 2019
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My daughter fell in love with ballet. Tim and Alex are great coaches for little ones. They are intentional and professional. My daughter loves her class and I highly recommend them.
Kay A.
May 01, 2019
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Lynch Dance Institute is a safe place for young people to work intelligently, collaborate with their teacher's, and discover their individual strengths as well as acknowledge areas for improvement. My son has a brighter potential future in dance because of the grow he is gaining through his training at LDI. Clear expectations, constructive corrections, and total commitment to their student's, Lynch Dance Institute is a professionally run dance school aimed at preparing their students for lives beyond their studios! The focus is ON THE STUDENT, not their fame. The respect my son
Ann Kat
Jan 22, 2019
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My daughter has been dancing at Lynch Dance Institute since August 2017. We can't say enough wonderful things about this dance studio.
Tim Lynch, Alex Dickson-Lynch and their faculty are exceptional. In addition to being an incredible training facility for dance, LDI has created a warm, welcoming, and friendly environment that my daughter has thrived in and absolutely loves. There is a large variety of classes available for all levels and age groups. The students have the opportunity to present & perform their hard work for their family and friends at the annual holiday and summer showcases.
Tim Lynch, Alex Dickson-Lynch and their faculty are exceptional. In addition to being an incredible training facility for dance, LDI has created a warm, welcoming, and friendly environment that my daughter has thrived in and absolutely loves. There is a large variety of classes available for all levels and age groups. The students have the opportunity to present & perform their hard work for their family and friends at the annual holiday and summer showcases.
Kellie Arredondo
Jan 15, 2019
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A hub of positivity, creativity, INCLUSIVITY, fueled by pure passion, dedication, and hard work! LDI is progressive, yet shows humility and reverence for pure, classical teachings. If you're searching for that breath of fresh air, you've found it! The demand for improvement customized to each dancer...a place that kids feel accepted, loved, and respected for who they are and WHEREVER they are in their dance journey's. Give the Lynch's a go, you'll be so glad to know a place like this exists!
C. C.
Dec 23, 2018
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LDI is a wonderful place for our girls! We love it! The teachers genuinely connect with the students and families. We are so thankful to have our girls be a part of the LDI family where we know they are truly cared for and their love for dance is nurtured through thorough instruction, patience and confidence building. They offer wonderful growth opportunities through a comprehensive class schedule, a variety of intensives and their creative, brilliant and unique performances. In joining LDI, we trusted Tim and Alex with our daughters based on the relationship they built with them in a very short
Dace C.
Oct 12, 2018
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My daughter is 16 and is a serious ballet student. After dancing at the same studio for 11 years she left 1 year ago to train at Lynch Dance Institute (LDI) under the direction of Timothy Lynch and Alexandra Dickson (former Pacific Northwest Ballet professionals). The change that I have seen in my dancer is astounding! Not only has she grown tremendously as a dancer, but she has grown as an artist and into a confident young woman. Tim and Alex empower their dancers to be so much more than just people who execute steps, they challenge them to push beyond their comfort zones, to be critical thinkers
