Westside School of Ballet in Santa Monica, California

“BALLET SHOP NEXT DOOR IS AMAZING!!! You absolutely need to check out the little Ballet Shop connected to this school, itu2019s truly the best ballet shop in all of California! Elisa, the owner, is incredibly kind and genuinely cares about every customer. Sheu2019s always willing to help and goes above and beyond to make sure you find exactly what you need. The products she carries are all made from high-quality materials, an”

— Nadia H. · ★★★★★

“Wonderful school for adult ballet! Highly recommend intro to ballet if you have never studied. They let you wear comfy clothes and the live music is amazing! The staff is also friendly and professional!”

— Angela P. · ★★★★★ · 2025-11-25

“Danced here for years the absolute best place you can go for ballet training. They are so welcoming to new students children and adults. They make you want to work harder and so much support.”

— audrey A. · ★★★★★

“So mad I don't live here! This studio is fantastic. Went to the Beginner/Intermediate class today. The instructor was wonderful, the class was challenging and diverse, the front desk folks were welcoming! Only thing to know is that the class can be BIG lol. Bottom line: Wish every studio was like this one.”

— Dor M. · ★★★★★

“Far more qualified teachers than other schools. Focusing on both enjoyment, improvement of skills and confidence building for kids of all ages. My child became an independent thinker and yet also learned to work within a team / group at the same time. Excellent environment and very patient teachers for both kids and adults. They also hold 8 to 10 performances a year if kids wish to participate. Adult classes are very”

— Lorraine M. · ★★★★★

“Great school. We take summer intensive ballet program for the second year here and my daughter loves it. The teachers are very pleasant and knowable. Front desk stuff are nice but not always helpful, I think they should be more organized. Overall great ballet school.”

— Yana T. · ★★★★★

“This studio is great for beginner and intermediate adult students who are looking for fundamental dance technique. I have struggled finding classes like these amongst all of the commercial dance options. I am so grateful for Westside and will keep coming back!”

— Kailyn D. · ★★★★★

“The woman who runs the little shop here is really lovely! She help me pick out new pair of shoes after years of not dancing. I took at the studio many years ago. I am so happy that there is a real deal oldschool ballet school on the west side! They are fighting the good fight for the arts!”

— Melanie G. · ★★★★★