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Launch Dance Center
“I am very much enjoying the adult contemporary dance class on Thursday mornings with Amy!”
Best Ballet Classes near Manhattan Beach, CA
These schools serve Manhattan Beach from nearby bases in towns including Los Angeles, Torrance and Santa Monica.
15 schools listed · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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School of Dance and Music (Pch)
“My daughter has enjoyed all the love and attention she has gotten from her.”
Fusion Studios
“There is a variety of classes for your dancer, with young energetic teachers.”
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Creation Station Dance
“She is so patient and fun and the class gives my daughter lots of socialization while teaching ballets basics in a fun and easy way.”
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By Your Side Dance Studio Culver City
“He's an outstanding professional- great dancer and also a gifted teacher”
Grace Ballet Los Angeles
“Our girls love taking classes with her and can't wait for ballet class!”
The 15 schools listed for Manhattan Beach, 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: Manhattan Beach, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 507 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. 13 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
How do I ask about joining a ballet class partway through?
11 of the 15 schools list an email address. Mid-year entry depends on the grade and on what the class has already covered, so write with your child's age and experience and let the school suggest a level rather than guessing one yourself.
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Align Ballet Method LOS Angeles
“All the instructors are great, and the curriculum is streamlined in an elegant way that doesn't sacrifice quality.”
Los Angeles Ballet
“Great programs for kids and dancers of all ages.”
DC Dance Los Angeles
“The older dancers are just incredible and we love watching the shows.”
Dancer 4 Life
“One of the greatest places you could find, owned by great people.”
Westside School of Ballet
“I am so happy that there is a real deal oldschool ballet school on the west side!”
Santa Monica School of Dance and Music
“Great production from the staff, professional teachers, and an amazing affinity between students and teachers that is easy for anyone to see.”
Legacy Dance Academy
“Really amazing choreography with the older students from ballet to interpretive dance, great place with a somehow laid back but serious work ethic.”
Leo Zen Yoga Ballet
“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.”
Classical Ballet Theatre
“Children enjoy professional training and a multitude of performance opportunities, a true treasure!”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Manhattan Beach
- “If you've been thinking about trying ballet, even if you've never done it before, I wholly recommend giving Align a try.” — from a review of Align Ballet Method LOS Angeles
- “My daughter loves her ballet class. Miss Stephanie is great with kids, brings amazing energy and fantastic dance skills.” — from a review of Creation Station Dance
- “Geraldine not only teaches ballet but teaches her young dancers to be graceful, kind, and expressive through dance.” — from a review of Grace Ballet Los Angeles
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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