We're glad you've chosen The Ballet School Performing Arts! Our experienced dance teachers have been teaching dance in Walnut Creek since 1976. This family-owned and -operated performing arts studio offers diverse classes for all ages. Not only do we teach ballet, but we also teach acting, voice, and piano.
To enroll in classes, call us today! We are currently offering in-person indoor camps and outside classes (small group gatherings) as well as virtual classes. How do outdoor classes work? These are considered by the county to be small group gatherings. These classes are held in our parking garage of The Ballet School Performing Arts in Plaza Escuela.
To enroll in classes, call us today! We are currently offering in-person indoor camps and outside classes (small group gatherings) as well as virtual classes. How do outdoor classes work? These are considered by the county to be small group gatherings. These classes are held in our parking garage of The Ballet School Performing Arts in Plaza Escuela.
Reviews (21)
Sydney H.
Dec 19, 2021
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Jenna D.
Nov 08, 2021
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Truly an amazing studio!
I'm in my mid-thirties and hadn't danced in years. I was nervous to get back into it, especially with a musical theatre and jazz background but the moment I walked in the doors I knew I found my new home when it came to dance!
Jenny and the staff are extremely skilled, professional, very kind, and welcoming! The positivity and excitement at The Ballet School are infectious but that doesn't mean you won't get your ballet booty kicked! The classes are challenging promoting rapid growth and sharpening of your skills. I am not used to a studio that is
I'm in my mid-thirties and hadn't danced in years. I was nervous to get back into it, especially with a musical theatre and jazz background but the moment I walked in the doors I knew I found my new home when it came to dance!
Jenny and the staff are extremely skilled, professional, very kind, and welcoming! The positivity and excitement at The Ballet School are infectious but that doesn't mean you won't get your ballet booty kicked! The classes are challenging promoting rapid growth and sharpening of your skills. I am not used to a studio that is
Jamie Estevez
Apr 07, 2021
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Leslie Howard
Sep 29, 2020
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The Ballet School Performing Arts creates an exceptional environment for students of all ages and dance backgrounds to learn and explore ballet, musical theatre and other forms of dance. The staff are always kind, friendly, encouraging and upbeat. You can tell they strive to connect with each and every student. TSPBA is a small known local business that actively contributes to and participates in the Walnut Creek community. They currently offer virtual dance classes to comply with local health regulations, promote and support the health and safety of their students and staff. If you are curious
Tania W.
Aug 25, 2020
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Our family LOVES The Ballet school!
Both my daughter and son are big fans. My daughter does ballet and piano lessons, and my son does piano, voice, and theater lessons.
Each and every instructor we have found there is caring, knowledgable, and positive.
When they had to pivot the school to online classes during COVID, they managed to stay positive and effective, while continuing lessons online immediately, and bringing the kids a much-needed connection with their loved activities, teachers, and friends. It helped our family find a little 'normalcy' among these crazy times.
I cannot
Both my daughter and son are big fans. My daughter does ballet and piano lessons, and my son does piano, voice, and theater lessons.
Each and every instructor we have found there is caring, knowledgable, and positive.
When they had to pivot the school to online classes during COVID, they managed to stay positive and effective, while continuing lessons online immediately, and bringing the kids a much-needed connection with their loved activities, teachers, and friends. It helped our family find a little 'normalcy' among these crazy times.
I cannot
Kathleen Jones
May 07, 2020
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Kristina P.
Mar 02, 2020
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We are still fairly new to this studio, but my daughter and I absolutely love this place. My daughter (5yo) had expressed that she was interested in trying ballet, so we found this studio right here on yelp, and I'm so glad we did. The teachers are so nice and wonderful with the kids. It gets pretty busy on the weekends, but it is really nice to see my daughter part of something she really loves. She looks forward to class every week, and is always practicing at home.
Jessica B.
Jan 23, 2020
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We LOVE The Ballet School!!!! My 8 year old daughter has been coming here for piano since she was 5 and ballet since she was 3 years old. The new studio is beautiful and all the instructors are flowing with positivity. They teach proper technique while making it age appropriate fun for the little ones.
Carolyn F.
Dec 10, 2019
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Jasmine Oelckers
Oct 25, 2019
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We absolutely love The Ballet School! I didn’t had the pleasure to meet Lareen Fender but I can feel her legacy through the love and care her granddaughters continue to do at this lovely school. We’ve always felt very welcomed here and we can’t imagine going anywhere else. My daughter has loved all her teachers and her little pals, she’s even met one of her most precious little friend here.
Chris Olson
Sep 30, 2019
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This place is amazing!!! They offer not only wonderful classes of youth, but also a terrific Adult program also. Others try to mimic this style of teaching. This is the original! The location is new, but the discipline and teaching is just as amazing as it was at the old location. Stop by! It is worth the trip.
Alin E.
Sep 01, 2019
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Steve N.
Aug 19, 2019
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We came from another dance studio and were really impressed with this school. The other school we went to only had one instructor in the pre ballet class for about 10 students. The Ballet School has 3 instructors for 15 ish students. The new space is also very nice. It has all glass doors so we can see right through versus watching through a tiny window. The program is very well structured. We drive all the way from San Ramon just to come here. Well worth it!
Haley A.
Mar 20, 2019
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Sarah S.
Mar 05, 2019
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My two daughters (ages 3 and 5) have been taking ballet classes here for over a year now. We adore every single teacher and my girls have had so much fun learning the foundations of dance. Every time we walk in the door, we are treated like family. This is really more than a ballet school--it is a loving community that encourages self-love and positive body image. Furthermore, it is a family run small business that has a long history in Walnut Creek.
Jessica F.
Feb 20, 2019
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My daughter just turned two and I was looking to start something fun for her. Our soccer plans got cancelled twice so when I walked past the school one night I grabbed a flyer and we tried a drop in class. I love that they have three teachers in the class. My daughter was helped throughout her first class by one of the teachers. The teacher always guided her to follow the other students without forcing her. They seem to understand children can be scared or shy their first few times. We ended up buying a punch card (10 classes at a discounted price) that can be used within a time frame. They offer
A. B.
Oct 25, 2018
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Go here. I mean it. I have had experiences with both their dance and individual music studio lessons, and can attest to their quality. Other than instruction, what I consider equally stellar is the culture and positive energy this studio nurtures. That is incredibly difficult to find.
The owner and staff of the studio found out something devastating had happened in my life, and went out of their way to help me. I honestly owe so much to them.
It's important to support small businesses, but this studio is more than that. They are welcoming and supportive, in and outside of their classes
The owner and staff of the studio found out something devastating had happened in my life, and went out of their way to help me. I honestly owe so much to them.
It's important to support small businesses, but this studio is more than that. They are welcoming and supportive, in and outside of their classes
Sara Taylor
Jun 15, 2018
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I love The Ballet School with all of my heart. My experiences there have been wonderful, so much so that The Ballet School is the first and last place I go when visiting home from college.
The staff there is wonderful and models kindness, optimism, professionalism, and dedication for their students. It is hard to not be inspired by everyone there. In classes, teachers consistently talk about how to healthily work on improving in exercises, flexibility, and more.
Other than the incredible classes and teachers, I have also made lifelong friends there that I would not have without taking amazing
The staff there is wonderful and models kindness, optimism, professionalism, and dedication for their students. It is hard to not be inspired by everyone there. In classes, teachers consistently talk about how to healthily work on improving in exercises, flexibility, and more.
Other than the incredible classes and teachers, I have also made lifelong friends there that I would not have without taking amazing
Koshka K.
Jul 13, 2017
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Fun and friendly family atmosphere.
I started taking ballet classes this year. I was a bit overwhelmed as a newbie but the school helped me find the right beginning classes. The beginning classes cover basic technique but don't dive into the remedial. I would benefit from taking a private lesson or two.
Nonetheless, I learn so much from watching my peers in class and I like how I don't feel judged in class. The instructors are very kind and encouraging in their classes. The studio itself has a 'family feel' vibe and the owner has a zing about her that brings people to their
I started taking ballet classes this year. I was a bit overwhelmed as a newbie but the school helped me find the right beginning classes. The beginning classes cover basic technique but don't dive into the remedial. I would benefit from taking a private lesson or two.
Nonetheless, I learn so much from watching my peers in class and I like how I don't feel judged in class. The instructors are very kind and encouraging in their classes. The studio itself has a 'family feel' vibe and the owner has a zing about her that brings people to their
Andi B.
Apr 17, 2016
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Brianna W.
Sep 30, 2015
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What a great place! My toddler just had her first class here and it was a great success. Miss Hailey was very high energy and so sweet with the kids, my daughter didn't even hesitate to join in with the group! I enjoyed that there were good sized viewing windows so I could watch during class and there are benches outside of the two upstairs studios. I appreciate the flexibility of drop-in class since the 2-3 year olds can be oh so finicky on any given day.
The students did several "warm-ups" to get their wiggles out, then did a series of games/dances that incorporated typical preschool
The students did several "warm-ups" to get their wiggles out, then did a series of games/dances that incorporated typical preschool
