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International Academy of Dance
- Ballet
“I study in UCSC and I am glad to find Vicky—the ballet teacher in UCSC will only teach in this dance school outside campus.”
Best Ballet Classes near Santa Clara, CA
These schools serve Santa Clara from nearby bases in towns including San Jose, Palo Alto and Mountain View.
24 schools listed · 21 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Dance 10 Performing Arts Center
- Ballet
“A great plus is that they allow the parents to sit and watch the class one day a month which must be hard on the teacher given the distractions, but the parents love it.”
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Veksler Academy of Music & Dance
“Georgianna is very patient and has encouraged my daughter, Shanaya, to develop a love for music and the piano, and her enthusiasm is contagious and rubbed off on my daughter.”
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Dance Academy USA
“Each of them have grown in their own way through the program, but 3 of my nieces really found a home away from home within their dance classes and competition teams, creating bonds with fellow dancers and teachers that will continue far beyond their ...”
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Tiffany's Dance Academy
- Classes
- Trial
- Parents
“When i went to TDA i had the best time, every one is always nice and so sweet the dance teachers are patient and always know what they are doing i highly recommend TDA.”
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Western Ballet
- Adults
“You not only learn to appreciate dance, you will enforce and face your pre-existing skills to a different level.”
The 24 schools listed for Santa Clara, 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: Santa Clara, CA
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 634 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. 20 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 21 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 22 list a public email and 8 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?
22 of the 24 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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Dance Affair
“As soon as we arrived the vibe felt so welcoming and everyone was just so nice 🥰 My son had a great time in his trial class 😊 and now he is finally registered!”
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Dance Connection
- Tap
- Preschool
- Ballet
“She has happily stayed with it through the spring move to on-line classes which continued through the summer and is now thrilled to be back in the studio.”
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Purdance
- Hip Hop
- Jazz
“100% recommend if you're looking to take classes for fitness, learn how to dance, improve your skills, and make friends!!!”
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Areté Dance Center
- Learn
- Couple
- Studio
“I've been taking private dance lessons with Richard for three years, and he has helped me trust myself more as a dancer and improve my skills; he pushes me to be better with kindness, humor, and keeping my personal goals in mind.”
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Victoria Ballet Palo Alto
“Victoria, the best ballet teacher we've ever encountered, has shown a tremendous amount of care and love to her students, fostering an environment where each child feels valued and inspired.”
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Osipova Ballet Academy
“OBA puts an emphasis on making sure the children are strong and flexible so that they don't get hurt later down the line when they begin to learn more complex work.”
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Haoexpression
“Excellent teachers!!!”
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New Ballet
- Faculty
“My daughter has been dancing for 11 months and we are very pleased with the instruction that she received from a variety of teachers It is conveniently located close to public transportation and many nice restaurants in downtown.”
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Zohar Dance Company
“If you want your soul to be touched, come to Marny's class.”
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Menlo Park Academy of Dance
“They take all body shapes and sizes and teach you how to move which is important as some schools will only take you if your body fits that ideal shape.”
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Academy of American Ballet
“Thank you to this studio for celebrating each individual dancer, bringing out their best, and welcoming the community in a seasonal Nutcracker production like no other.”
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Roundhill Studios
- Classes
“Her combinations are simple but challenging, and I always leave with new insights that I don't get with other teachers/studios!”
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The Dance Studio
- Choreography
- Ballet
- Parents
“We also pay close attention to our students' mental and physical well being while making sure the lessons are not only enjoyable, but also age-appropriate for the students”
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San Jose Ballet School
“Janet Vertin is a master teacher well-versed in numerous styles of classical ballet.”
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Los Gatos Ballet
“Even in this hectic time they are tirelessly devoting themselves to making sure that the LGB students and families are able to express themselves through dance.”
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East West Music and Dance
“It seems that EWMD is a place for everyone - a young child exploring dance to see if they like it, a child who wants to learn different forms of dance, a more experienced dancer who wants to perform on stage”
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Bay Area Dance School
- Building
- Ballet
“Miss Leyla was also an invaluable resource in regards to counseling my daughter (along with my wife and myself) on college dance major programs, advising her on college dance major auditions and really helping her succeed!”
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Ramon Moreno School of Ballet
- Competitions
- Curriculum
- Summer
“She has shown considerable progress not only in ballet techniques but her love of ballet and confidence through the opportunities of joining competitions and performing in productions such as Nutcracker and Don Quixote.”
Ballet Dance Training Services in Santa Clara, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$72
Maximum cost
$334
National Average
$144
Avg Per Hour Rates
$78
$114
$191
Average price range is based on 304 cost profiles
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