Business Details
13 Years
experience
Premier Dance Classes in Pasadena
Whitley Ballet School has been dedicated to nurturing young dancers since 2013, offering comprehensive training in ballet, jazz, and tap for children and adults. Our instructors employ the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus to build technical proficiency while fostering creativity and confidence in a supportive environment. Celebrating a decade of excellence in 2023, we introduced Ballet Corner to expand our pointe shoe fitting services. Our summer ballet camp provides immersive experiences for ages 5-10, combining classical technique with arts and crafts. With a 100% pass rate in RAD examinations, we maintain rigorous standards while prioritizing individual growth.Our flexible offerings include in-person classes in Pasadena and online instruction via Zoom, accommodating diverse learning preferences. The school's philosophy emphasizes joyful learning, with small class sizes ensuring personalized attention. Testimonials consistently highlight our nurturing approach and the transformative impact on students' self-esteem. We specialize in helping shy dancers develop confidence through movement, balancing structured technique with artistic expression. Our commitment to quality extends to private coaching for advanced students preparing for exams or competitions.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Classes
Tap Classes
Private Lessons
Summer Ballet Camp
Pointe Shoe Fitting
Online Dance Instruction
RAD Examinations
Creative Movement
Choreography Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We follow the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus for structured technical development
- Our 100% pass rate in examinations demonstrates teaching excellence
- Specialized approach helps shy dancers build confidence through movement
- Flexible options include in-person and online classes via Zoom
- Small class sizes ensure personalized attention and safe learning environment
Associations and certifications
- Royal Academy of Dance
What people say
Best Ballet school ever
Patient and very creative
Super nice with kids
Nurturing environment
100% pass rate
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet classes follow the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, building technical proficiency while nurturing artistic expression. Students develop proper technique through progressive exercises and choreography. The program emphasizes posture, alignment, and musicality in a supportive environment that encourages creative exploration.
Private Lessons
Personalized instruction caters to individual goals, from recreational learning to pre-professional exam preparation. Lessons incorporate multiple training methodologies including Cecchetti, Vaganova, and Bournonville traditions. Students receive focused attention for mastering advanced steps, variations, and performance techniques.
Summer Ballet Camp
Four-day summer program for ages 5-10 combines ballet technique with character dance and choreography. Daily sessions include stretching, creative movement, and arts & crafts activities. The camp fosters social skills and artistic development in a fun, non-competitive environment.
RAD Examinations
Official Royal Academy of Dance examinations assess technical proficiency and artistic development. Our structured preparation ensures students master required syllabi while building performance confidence. The program maintains a 100% pass rate through personalized coaching and goal-oriented practice.
Online Instruction
Live Zoom sessions maintain technical standards through real-time feedback and demonstration. The program accommodates remote learners while preserving interactive elements of studio instruction. Classes include technique drills, progressions, and creative movement exercises.
People
Natalie
Lead Instructor
Certified Royal Academy of Dance instructor with 10 years of experience teaching children's ballet. Specializes in creative movement and confidence-building through dance. Develops personalized approaches to technical training while maintaining joyful learning environments.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer classical ballet, jazz, and tap classes following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus for structured technical development.
Do you offer online classes?
Yes, we provide live Zoom instruction for ballet technique, private lessons, and creative movement classes with real-time feedback.
What age groups do you accept?
We teach children aged 5-10 in our summer camp, with ongoing classes for all youth ages and adult learners.
How do you prepare for exams?
Our Royal Academy of Dance-certified instructors use structured goal-setting with 100% pass rate preparation through technique drills and performance coaching.
What makes your school unique?
We combine technical excellence with confidence-building through small classes, creative movement, and personalized attention for shy dancers.
