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By Your Side Dance Studio Culver City
“Had a first wedding dance class with Renee and it was so fun!”
Best Ballet Classes in Los Angeles, CA
15 schools listed · 13 in Los Angeles · 12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Grace Ballet Los Angeles
“Her strong classical RAD foundation, attention to proper technique, and focus on injury prevention made me feel safe and supported as an adult beginner.”
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Align Ballet Method LOS Angeles
“Michael's leadership and training helped me fall in love with ballet again as an adult.”
Los Angeles Ballet
“I love that they didn't try to re-imagine a modernist/contemporary interpretation of Tchaikovsky's ballet and that they stuck to the traditional, rich, beautiful stage setting and props and it was really fantastic.”
DC Dance Los Angeles
“The studio is a great place for any child who is passionate about dance and is willing to work hard.”
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Marat Daukayev School of Ballet
“A wonderful place for my kids to learn the joy and discipline of dance.”
The 15 schools listed for Los Angeles, CA teach ballet. Whether a school follows a graded syllabus, and which ages it takes, comes from what it publishes itself; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Los Angeles, CA
13 of the 15 schools we list are based in Los Angeles; the other 2 serve Los Angeles from Encino (6 mi) and Burbank (7 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 337 reviews; 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. 12 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. Domain records put 9 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Where do I check ballet grades and term dates?
All 15 schools here have a website on file, and that is where the grade structure, the age bands and the term calendar are published. Whether a school enters students for exams is rarely in its listing, so this is the page to read before you call.
Toe Toe Ballet LA
“The teachers are attentive and give thoughtful, hands-on corrections, helping us refine our positions and posture”
Studio A Dance
“My dance teacher Hannah is one of the best teachers I've ever taken dance from and classes are so affordable compared to other studios in LA.”
Reach For the Barres
“The shows they put on are so well organized and super fun - we look forward to them at the end of each season.”
Leo Zen Yoga Ballet
“The best has yet to be seen if you haven't been with Leo Zen”
Rhythmic Dance Center
“I have had an amazing experience and grown tremendously participating in their master classes and shows.”
Jean Ballet
“They teach proper technique and pay close attention to each movement, so I've seen a big improvement in my child's skills and overall ballet foundation.”
Daurden Performing Arts Conservatory
“Whatever your level of interest in the arts, they have a welcoming space for your little ones and manage to work with children of all kinds and ability levels.”
Media City Dance
“Highly recommend for you to bring your kids to ballet Ms Natasha is Attentive professional and really cares about the kids.”
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The Grand Academy of Ballet
“The instructors I had (Lilit and Askar) were both excellent, and the classes were challenging and precise — a true Vaganova school.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Los Angeles
- “We love Marat Daukayev School of Ballet! It is one of the best classical ballet schools around with absolutely outstanding faculty as well as a warm and welcoming community!” — from a review of Marat Daukayev School of Ballet
- “I highly recommend Jean Ballet to families looking for professional ballet training in a supportive environment!” — from a review of Jean Ballet
- “This ballet studio is such a heavenly place for kids to build ballet confidence, grace, joy and movement from the youngest age of 2-3 onward.” — from a review of Grace Ballet Los Angeles
- “I absolutely recommend Align Ballet Method not just for students but to professionals and anyone who wants to learn ballet in an amazing environment !” — from a review of Align Ballet Method LOS Angeles
- “Besides being knowledgeable when it comes to yoga and ballet, Leo is just an amazing person, the kindest person I've met and the most positive.” — from a review of Leo Zen Yoga Ballet
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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