Purdance
“I also love that Purdance gives kids the opportunity to dance purely for fun and recreation, while also offering the option to explore the competition world if they're interested.”
Best Ballet Classes in San Jose, CA
15 schools listed · 10 in San Jose · 13 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Dance Affair
“Although it's been years since my daughter danced here (from ages 2 through 17), Dance Affair installed a love of dance in her that continues to this day.”
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East West Music and Dance
“Great communication with the school and my daughter enjoys her tiny tots dance lesson”
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New Ballet
“They perform with the symphony, and their dancers are of high caliber, which makes the performances excellent.”
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West Valley Dance Company
“They work so hard to keep the environment safe, positive, and genuinely supportive, and it gives me so much peace of mind knowing that the leadership always has the students' backs and looks out for their well-being.”
California Sports Center
“Great place, huge spectrum from super beginner to quite advanced, with intensity from very chill to pretty intense.”
The 15 schools listed for San Jose, 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: San Jose, CA
10 of the 15 schools we list are based in San Jose; the other 5 serve San Jose from towns including Los Gatos (8 mi), Milpitas (9 mi) and Cupertino (11 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 685 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 12 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; all 15 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 4 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.
Roundhill Studios
“Her combinations are simple but challenging, and I always leave with new insights that I don't get with other teachers/studios!”
Donna Cerio's Broadway Dance & Broadway Ballet Classes
“I highly recommend Donna Cerio's Broadway Dance and Ballet dance classes for any performer looking to improve their skills and technique.”
Studio 10 Dance
“We've moved around a lot and I have to say, this place has been the best studio we've ever experienced!”
San Jose Nutcracker
“Highlighting the talent of our community in a family friendly setting while presenting a professional performance has made this a holiday tradition for our family for over 30 years.”
Veksler Academy of Music & Dance
“Anshu is always eager to learn more and has even qualified for level 3 of MTAC thanks to his guidance.”
Tiffany's Dance Academy
“The teachers are incredibly friendly and professional, providing the kids with lots of encouragement and guidance.”
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Dance Academy USA
“Everyone is very accommodating and the energy in the office is always positive.”
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Jensen School For the Performing Arts
“Very family friendly and terrific dance training”
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Los Gatos Ballet
“Molly and Laura are great teachers!”
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