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41 Years
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Expert Ballet Training for All Ages in Mountain View
Founded in 1985, Pacific Ballet Academy has dedicated over three decades to cultivating classical ballet excellence through structured, age-appropriate training. Our institution preserves the rigorous traditions of Russian Ballet while integrating modern dance methodologies, serving students from introductory levels to pre-professional preparation. With a faculty of seasoned professionals and guest artists from renowned companies, we emphasize personalized instruction tailored to individual aspirations, whether recreational or career-oriented.Our annual productions, including record-breaking Nutcracker performances, showcase student achievements while fostering community engagement through parent volunteer programs. The academy's expanded four-studio campus in Mountain View provides specialized facilities for technical training, summer intensives, and community studio rentals, maintaining industry-standard equipment and safety protocols.
Services
Ballet Classes
Summer Intensives
Adult Workshops
Performance Training
Studio Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in classical ballet training
- Our faculty includes professionals from San Francisco Ballet and Dutch National Ballet
- We offer specialized summer intensives with guest instructors from top companies
- Our four-studio campus accommodates diverse training needs with professional-grade facilities
- We provide performance opportunities in large-scale productions like The Nutcracker
What people say
Experienced instructors
Successful performances
Welcoming environment
Professional training
Dedicated faculty
Services
Ballet Classes
Structured ballet training for ages 3 to adult, following Russian Ballet traditions with progressive levels from pre-ballet to pre-professional. Classes focus on technical precision, posture, and artistic expression through barre and center work. Suitable for recreational dancers and those pursuing professional careers.
Summer Intensive Course
Three-week program combining daily ballet technique with specialized classes in pointe, variations, and contemporary dance. Led by faculty and guest instructors from major companies, featuring repertory workshops and choreography sessions. Designed for ages 9-18 with varying skill levels in a professional training environment.
Adult Ballet Workshops
Drop-in ballet classes for beginning and intermediate adult dancers with flexible morning and evening schedules. Sessions include fundamental technique instruction and conditioning exercises. No formal dress code required, emphasizing accessible, non-competitive learning for recreational dancers.
Performance Training
Comprehensive performance preparation including classical repertoire, pas de deux, and contemporary choreography. Students participate in annual productions like The Nutcracker and Spring Showcase, gaining stage experience through rehearsals and technical production training with professional-grade facilities.
Studio Rentals
Professional dance studio rentals with marley floors, mirrored walls, and sound systems available for community classes and events. Four studios ranging from 434 to 1880 square feet accommodate yoga, dance, and movement-based activities with flexible booking options for short-term and ongoing needs.
Questions
What ballet training levels do you offer?
We provide graded classes from pre-ballet (ages 3.5) through pre-professional levels, with summer intensives for advanced students aged 9-18.
Do you accept adult beginners?
Yes, we offer drop-in adult ballet classes for beginning and intermediate dancers with no prior experience required.
Are there performance opportunities?
Students participate in annual productions including The Nutcracker and Spring Showcase, with rehearsal space provided in our four-studio campus.
What summer programs are available?
Our summer offerings include a three-week intensive course, dance camp for ages 6-11, and weekend workshops with specialized training in classical and contemporary techniques.
Can I rent your dance studios?
We rent four professional studios with marley floors and sound systems for dance, yoga, and movement classes at hourly rates ranging from $30-$65.
How do I register for classes?
Online registration is available through our website for fall/winter seasons and summer programs, with trial classes offered for children's programs.
