Dedicated to teaching the art of dance in its many forms for more than 30 years, San Ramon Valley Dance Academy offers classes for students of all levels and ages. Traditional ballet classes are available as well as modern, jazz, hip-hop, tap and Bollywood classes, which are growing increasingly popular. The academy also has gymnastics, tumbling and Pilates-based stretch classes for those looking to improve coordination, flexibility and strength. Children with special needs are invited to join a program designed with their abilities in mind.
The dedicated faculty has years of combined professional training and experience. Master classes with some of the nation's foremost choreographers and teachers are also offered.
The dance school also features a dance shop that carries dance shoes, attire, costumes and props.
Sonoma Ballet Conservatory teaches a curriculum based on the Royal Academy of Dance. The conservatory offers classes in Jazz, Flamenco, Character, Modern, Drama, Feldenkrais, Gyrokenisis, Pilates, Conditioning, Stretching and Yoga.
Peninsula Ballet Theatre is the only professional dance company in San Mateo County. Its Conservatory of Dance offers a wide range of instruction in its studios, each taught by professional dancers. Classes include ballet, pre-ballet, modern, zumba, hip-hop, ballroom, latin (salsa, rumba), island, tango, and folklorico Mexicano. Yoga and back fitness are also offered.
Located in the former Circuit City building at the crossroads of highways 101 and 92, they teach to adults and children of all levels of experience. Regular performances are shown throughout the year as well. While the theatre is located on South Grant Street, its office is situated in downtown San Mateo on 2nd Avenue.
Conservatory Phone: 650-342-3228
Dance Company Phone: 650-342-3262
HIP Studio offers various Pilates classes for individuals throughout the Los Angeles area. The studio offers high- intensity Pilates as well as cardio and Pilates programs. Classes include Barre Fusion, Zumba and Hatha Yoga.
The Just Dance Academy teaches students recreational and concentrated dancing in a safe and friendly environment. They offer weekly classes in modern, ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and contemporary dance styles. In addition to bi-annual recitals, the Academy participates in dance competitions throughout the year in the San Francisco Bay Area. Anyone who has been in the program for at least a year and has reached the second grade can audition to take part in them.
Pilates & Arts owner and instructor Tannis Kobrinsky offers private, partner and group Pilates classes. Fifty-five minute classes are available for students of all fitness levels. Please visit the website for more information, including a class schedule.