Los Angeles is a premier destination for dance training with world-class studios, competitive teams, and performance opportunities. From Hollywood to the Valley, families have access to diverse dance styles including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and tap. The city's entertainment industry provides unique opportunities for young dancers to perform and compete at high levels. This guide covers the local dance landscape, from recreational classes to competitive teams and performance opportunities.
Professional dance teachers organization offering workshops, competitions, and certification programs for dance educators and students.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
Professional organization supporting dance education in California schools and studios with workshops and networking opportunities.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
World-renowned dance academy founded by Debbie Allen offering comprehensive training in all dance styles with performance and competitive opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Los Angeles location
Premier dance studio known for training professional dancers and offering classes in all styles with competitive teams and performance opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: North Hollywood location
Professional dance training facility offering classes in all styles with competitive teams and connections to the entertainment industry.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Los Angeles location
Comprehensive dance studio offering training in all styles with competitive teams, performance opportunities, and professional development.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Los Angeles location
| Name | Address | Amenities | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debbie Allen Dance Academy | Los Angeles, CA | multiple studios, performance space, professional equipment | State-of-the-art facility with multiple dance studios, performance space, and professional training environment. |
| Millennium Dance Complex | North Hollywood, CA | multiple studios, professional equipment, industry connections | Professional dance facility with multiple studios and connections to the entertainment industry. |
| Edge Performing Arts Center | Los Angeles, CA | dance studios, performance space, professional training | Professional dance training facility with multiple studios and performance opportunities. |
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| Provider | Details |
|---|---|
| Debbie Allen Dance Academy Summer Intensive | Comprehensive summer dance intensive program offering training in all dance styles with performance opportunities. |
| Millennium Dance Complex Camps | Summer camps and intensive programs for dancers of all levels with professional instruction. |
| Edge PAC Summer Programs | Summer dance programs and intensives with professional training and performance opportunities. |
| Dance Masters of America Competitions | Professional dance competitions held throughout the year with multiple categories and age divisions. |
|---|---|
| California Dance Classics | Major dance competition circuit with events throughout California including Los Angeles area. |
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