Founded in Silicon Valley as a nonprofit organization since 1991, CPAA is chartered to introduce Chinese culture as an integral part of the American society through performing arts. CPAA presents these arts of exceptional beauty and richness so that these cultural treasures can be shared by the world.
Entertainment as well as education is the criteria for CPAA's performances. Audience will find the programs delightful, enchanting, and inspiring. It's a wonderful way to experience the highlights of the Chinese culture without traveling to China. CPAA is one of the art troupes in the United States with the artistic resources to produce professional and diverse Chinese performing arts programs on an ongoing basis.
Entertainment as well as education is the criteria for CPAA's performances. Audience will find the programs delightful, enchanting, and inspiring. It's a wonderful way to experience the highlights of the Chinese culture without traveling to China. CPAA is one of the art troupes in the United States with the artistic resources to produce professional and diverse Chinese performing arts programs on an ongoing basis.
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The art center occupies14,000 sq ft of space, housing 3 multi-purpose auditoriums and 10 medium to small-sized rehearsal rooms, suitable for various kinds of arts and culture activities. It can hold art exhibits of paintings and sculpture, chamber music concerts and recitals, dance performances, as well as private parties and gatherings.
Reviews (16)
Mira Sharma Meenakshi
Aug 14, 2019
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Mariola M.
Oct 27, 2017
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We asked CPAA is they could send someone to represent Chinese traditional dance at our District's International Festival. A wonderful student named Kailyn Xu offered to come and she performed "Snow Blossom" for our audience. The children were mesmerized, it was beautiful - delicate and graceful. We felt honored that CPAA would take the time to help us. We are so grateful to have had the chance to let our children experience the richness of Chinese culture through dance! Thank you Kailyn!
Jason A.
Sep 03, 2017
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Susan S.
Aug 11, 2017
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I had not done ballroom dance for 12 years but when I saw a Groupon for 3 private 45 minute lessons, I couldn't resist. Happily, I got to take the lessons with Andy at the CPAA Arts Center and he patiently took me through several dances including the Two Step, Fox Trot and the East Coast Swing to name a few. He made it easy for me, was super encouraging and very clearly reminded me of the steps. The environment at CPAA Arts Center is extremely family friendly and Andy is an outstanding instructor!
Anne J.
Jul 26, 2017
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This place is located in the corner of a strip mall off Bollinger Rd, across the street from the middle school. My fiance and I bought a Groupon for three 45-minute private dance lessons, so we could learn some moves for our wedding and this is so far the best part of our wedding preparations! We LOVED our dance lessons!
First, it is super easy to make an appointment! Just call and they check their schedules and get you signed up, making sure that what you choose is the most convenient for you. They also have other dance lessons, with different themes every day, whether it's swing or salsa
First, it is super easy to make an appointment! Just call and they check their schedules and get you signed up, making sure that what you choose is the most convenient for you. They also have other dance lessons, with different themes every day, whether it's swing or salsa
P. A. M. Austin
Jul 09, 2017
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This is a great place for all kinds of classes. Some classes are in Chinese but a lot of classes are in English. I particularly like the art class for children and Bellissimo Children's Choir. The teacher is very knowledgeable and the children sing so beautifully! The price is better than anywhere else and the children really learn music: how to read and write music. There are also dance and singing classes for adults.
Jonathan B.
Jan 17, 2016
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Junqing L.
May 29, 2015
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I took a salsa dance here at Monday night 8:00pm, the teacher is Andy and his wife. They did a great job, very patient, nice and responsible. I promise you can't find another studio will teach you every pattern so carefully and seriously. I went to other studio,usually they only teach you once and won't spend the whole night check every movement of your step, but here they do! I promise you can learn a dance if you follow their instruction! During the month of May(2015)they have salsa, during the month of June(2015) they will teach another dance. I plan to continue my dance study here
Joy F.
Mar 26, 2015
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We were 3 weeks from our wedding and we were not prepared in any way for our first dance. Since I have duck feet when it comes to dancing and I am beat deaf, especially with ball room dance, I knew that I'd either have to do a boring sway the whole time or even worse step all over my wife's feet!
We signed up for 3 private lessons with Andy to show us some simple yet elegant moves in swing dance. By the time the lessons were over and we'd practiced several hours, our first dance went off very smoothly and I must say from the video looked quite respectable! Andy knows his art very
We signed up for 3 private lessons with Andy to show us some simple yet elegant moves in swing dance. By the time the lessons were over and we'd practiced several hours, our first dance went off very smoothly and I must say from the video looked quite respectable! Andy knows his art very
Travis A.
Feb 07, 2015
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My fiancée and I took dance lessons with Andy and his wife in preparation for our wedding. Andy is a superb dancer and a great teacher.
We had already danced before, but Andy helped us refine our technique and tailored his lessons to fit our experience. We'll definitely be back at CPAA arts center in the future!
We had already danced before, but Andy helped us refine our technique and tailored his lessons to fit our experience. We'll definitely be back at CPAA arts center in the future!
L. T.
Jan 31, 2015
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We took private ballroom dance lessons with Andy and Virginia in preparation for our wedding. They were friendly, patient, funny, and very talented. They listened to the music that we wanted to use and choreographed a wedding dance and tailored it to our evolving (or not-so-quickly evolving skills). As time went by they made adjustments based on what was easy and not so easy for us to pull off. Couples dancing is a great alternative to couples therapy and Andy and Virginia were very sensitive and accommodating to each of our different learning processes. Also, having two teachers at once is really
Rob D.
Jun 13, 2014
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CPAA sets the standard for Community Organizations in the South Bay. I have danced there for 5 years and the Managing Directors are simply outstanding They are always prepared with a great program and helpful to everyone of all dance levels.
They donate their free time for extra help.
This is one couple who really give above and beyond the expected.
Venue has large floor and always beautifully maintained. Excellent sound systems.
This is a treasure in our Silicon Valley.
Dance instruction is geared towards social dancing so enjoyable for all levels.
They donate their free time for extra help.
This is one couple who really give above and beyond the expected.
Venue has large floor and always beautifully maintained. Excellent sound systems.
This is a treasure in our Silicon Valley.
Dance instruction is geared towards social dancing so enjoyable for all levels.
Shyun D.
May 16, 2013
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Wendy W.
Jul 20, 2011
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My niece comes here for ballet.. and I think it's a great place and all.. if you understand Mandarin... We're not so familiar with the language.. so it's hard to communicate sometimes... I like the place.. wish I spoke Mandarin.... would make life easier for my niece (in terms of learning & getting information on performances & dates and whatnot).
But there are good things about this class... they seem to be very strict, so they help children learn discipline (hopefully....
This is only for ballet for kids... I'm not so sure about anything else they have to offer.
But there are good things about this class... they seem to be very strict, so they help children learn discipline (hopefully....
This is only for ballet for kids... I'm not so sure about anything else they have to offer.
Henry Y.
Feb 02, 2009
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Deb N.
Dec 15, 2007
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1/10/08 Update.
Starting January 14, 2008, West Coast Swing lessons and dance are moving here on Mondays and Hustle lessons and dance will move here on Tuesdays. The same instructors from Steppin Out Studios are moving their dances, here. http://www.yelp.com/biz/steppin-out-productions-sunnyvale?rpp=40&sort_by=date_desc
Monday Night West Coast Swing with Miguel De Sousa
7-8pm Beg WCS lesson and dance $10.00
8-9pm Int/adv WCS lesson and dance $10.00
7pm and 8pm lessons and 9pm dance $20.00
9pm Dance $10.00
Miguel dancing WCS: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1mPAY0AikI
Contact Miguel at
Starting January 14, 2008, West Coast Swing lessons and dance are moving here on Mondays and Hustle lessons and dance will move here on Tuesdays. The same instructors from Steppin Out Studios are moving their dances, here. http://www.yelp.com/biz/steppin-out-productions-sunnyvale?rpp=40&sort_by=date_desc
Monday Night West Coast Swing with Miguel De Sousa
7-8pm Beg WCS lesson and dance $10.00
8-9pm Int/adv WCS lesson and dance $10.00
7pm and 8pm lessons and 9pm dance $20.00
9pm Dance $10.00
Miguel dancing WCS: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1mPAY0AikI
Contact Miguel at
