The Tools needed to Succeed in the Studio, Onstage and in Life.
Our Lower and Upper Division is for students Ages 10-19 years old, looking for a rigorous, complete training program in dance. Whether they desire to focus in Classical or Contemporary dance styles, we are here to help create a tailored schedule and training plan to help our students reach their goals, inside and out of the studio. Between both locations, almost daily ballet technique classes are available for students looking to reach their full potential. From students who desire to study and train seriously, but would like to leave room in their schedules for other activities, to Pre-Professional dance training for students looking to pursue a career, we can create a personalized schedule to meet your needs.
Class Schedule
Dress Code
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- Address: 5020 Baltimore Dr, Ste c, La Mesa, CA 91942 (there is also a store in Oceanside)
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Complete Updated Dress Code Document Coming Soon.
Ballet III- Lilac SPAA Logo Leotard, Camisole or Tank style, Lilac mesh Skirt or Grey or Lilac SPAA logo Dance Shirt, Black Tights, Black Shoes
Ballet IV-V- Prune SPAA Logo Leotard, Wear Moi Faustine style, Prune/Eggplant skirt (style/brand TBD) or Prune, Black or White SPAA logo Dance Shirt, Black Tights, Black Shoes
Ballet VI-VII- Black SPAA Logo Leotard, Wear Moi Faustine style, Black Skirt (style/brand TBD) or Black or White SPAA Logo Dance Shirt, Black Tights, Black Shoes
Tuition
Contact us for our latest discounted tuition rates for families.
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- There is a $50.00 annual registration fee per individual due at the time of enrollment. The fee is waived for students who register for the new school year during Pre-Registration days or within 24 hours of your first placement class.
- Our school year begins on the Tuesday after Labor Day and continues through to mid-June. Tuition is calculated as an annual amount, taking into account all holidays and studio closures.
- We thank you in advance for making timely payments utilizing our automatic payment system. If your family chooses not to be on auto pay, there is an additional $35 administrative fee per month.
- *10% of the annual tuition is due at the time of registration. It is a non-refundable deposit, utilized for June’s tuition only. The nine remaining tuition installments are due on the first of each month, September through May.
- New Students joining mid-month are welcome to schedule Make-Up classes for any missed classes.
- Checks or Credit Card payments returned for any reason incur a $35.00 transaction fee.
- In the event that you decide to withdraw, written notice must be received 60 days in advance, utilizing our withdrawal form. Withdrawals are not accepted after March 1.
- Tuition, Production and Summer Camp fees are NOT transferable or refundable and there are no refunds for unused Tuition.
Calendar
Current Students Updates
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Important Policy Overview
Make Up Policy
All Tuition is Calculated Annually and Divided Evenly into Monthly or Quarterly Payments Regardless of the Number
of Weeks in a Month, Taking into Account all Scheduled Academy Closures.
Make-Up Classes are offered as a courtesy, ONLY when the office is notified of the absence on or before the day of the missed class. This includes holidays, illness and Academy closures.
Students are allowed to schedule ONE make-up class, per class, per month to be completed within the calendar month of the missed class.
There are no make-up classes for Thanksgiving week, winter, and spring breaks.
Water
Dancers should bring their own bottled water. Clearly labeled with their name.
Summer Dance Classes 2023
2023 Lower and Upper Division Session 1: June 19-29, Session 2: July 10-20
Summer Session 2023 has concluded. School Year Begins August 18, 2023.
Lower Division Classes
Ballet III (B & A levels, Ages 10 and up)
Advanced-Beginner Ballet Class that continues to work on perfecting the basics of Ballet, while introducing new terminology and steps. Students will be introduced to more complex barre and center work.
Ballet IV (C & B levels, Ages 12 and up)
Beg.Intermediate Ballet focusing on developing classical technique, understanding terminology, correct execution of basic steps as well as a basic understanding & application of placement & alignment. More challenging barre & center work is introduced.
Pointe I (by invitation only)
Introductory to Beginning level Pointe class that focuses on foundation skills and strength required to advance on pointe. Students not yet on Pointe may take these classes as Pre-Pointe classes to improve articulation, flexibility and strength in anticipation for Pointe.
Progressing Ballet Technique 2/3 (Ballet III, IVC & Teen Ballet)
Progressing Ballet Technique is an innovative conditioning and strengthening program developed by Marie Walton-Mahon for students to understand the depth of training muscle memory in achieving their personal best in classical ballet. Students will need a properly sized Fit/Yoga Ball, Yoga or Pilates Mat and Medium Resistance Theraband.
Teen Ballet (Ages 12 and up)
Open Level Class geared towards the older and late start dancer and those who’d prefer to attend class less frequently during the week. Introduces basic concepts of Ballet, while developing dance vocabulary and steps. Students introduced to barre & centre work with a focus on body alignment, balance and coordination.
Lyrical Jazz 2/3 (Ages 10 and up)
Beginning Intermediate class. Lyrical is a style that combines elements of ballet, modern and jazz dance techniques. Develops the use of gesture, facial expression, & controlled movements to communicate emotions fully. Encourages use of articulation, line & weight.
Jazz 2 (Ages 10 and up)
Beginning Intermediate level class. Jazz 2/3 is offered as part of a combination class with Tap dance, and also a more advanced hour long version by itself. Students continue to focus on basic flexibility, coordination, and choreography, with the introduction of more jumps and turns.
Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and movies. Jazz is a more contemporary kind of dance as compared to ballet. In jazz dancing, the movements are big and exaggerated and there is usually an attitude the dancer conveys to the audience. The essence of jazz dance is entertainment. Encompassed in this technique are a variety of styles including Lyrical, Broadway, Funk, Latin and more.
Jazz 3 (Ages 12 and up)
Intermediate level class. Students continue to focus on coordination and choreography, with the focus of mastering more challenging jumps and turns. Additional, personal focus on strength and flexibility outside of class work is encouraged.
Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and movies. Jazz is a more contemporary kind of dance as compared to ballet. In jazz dancing, the movements are big and exaggerated and there is usually an attitude the dancer conveys to the audience. The essence of jazz dance is entertainment. Encompassed in this technique are a variety of styles including Lyrical, Broadway, Funk, Latin and more.
Teen Jazz (Ages 12 and up)
Open Level Jazz Class geared towards the older late start dancer. This class introduces the basics to beginners and continues to work on perfecting the basics of Jazz, while introducing new terminology and steps for Intermediate students.
Modern 2/3 (Ages 10 and up)
Beginning Intermediate level technique class that introduces the fundamentals of Modern dance technique, including foundational elements of Limon, Cunningham, Horton and Graham. Modern is a style of theatrical dance that favors the natural movement of the body derived from the expression of inner feeling. Its technique is based on principles of fall and recovery, contraction and release and also includes elements of chance and improvisation.
Hip Hop
Open Level Class that teaches rhythm, coordination & age-appropriate hip hop choreography. After warming up with isolations/stretching, using popular music, the class will move across the floor to work on rhythm, strength & funky footwork.
Teen Jazz (Ages 12 and up)
Open Level Jazz Class geared towards the older late start dancer. This class introduces the basics to beginners and continues to work on perfecting the basics of Jazz, while introducing new terminology and steps for Intermediate students.
MT3: Advanced Musical Theatre Practicum (by invitation or placement only)
Throughout this class, students will learn different scenes, production numbers, and songs. This class will also be a part of our touring group which will require additional rehearsals as well as on-location performance opportunities. Throughout class students focus on individual and ensemble work, requiring them to work together and get first-hand experience performing as an ensemble.
Upper Division Classes
Ballet IVA (Ages 13 and up)
Advanced-Beginner Ballet Class that continues to work on perfecting the basics of Ballet, while introducing new terminology and steps. Students will be introduced to more complex barre and center work.
Ballet V (Ages 14 and up)
Beg.Intermediate Ballet focusing on developing classical technique, understanding terminology, correct execution of basic steps as well as a basic understanding & application of placement & alignment. More challenging barre & center work is introduced.
Ballet VI (Ages 14 and up)
Beg.Intermediate Ballet focusing on developing classical technique, understanding terminology, correct execution of basic steps as well as a basic understanding & application of placement & alignment. More challenging barre & center work is introduced.
Ballet VII (Ages 14 and up)
Beg.Intermediate Ballet focusing on developing classical technique, understanding terminology, correct execution of basic steps as well as a basic understanding & application of placement & alignment. More challenging barre & center work is introduced.
Progressing Ballet Technique 4/5 (Ballet V-VII)
Progressing Ballet Technique is an innovative conditioning and strengthening program developed by Marie Walton-Mahon for students to understand the depth of training muscle memory in achieving their personal best in classical ballet. Students will need a properly sized Fit/Yoga Ball, Yoga or Pilates Mat and Medium Resistance Theraband.
Pointe II (by invitation only)
Introductory to Beginning level Pointe class that focuses on foundation skills and strength required to advance on pointe. Students not yet on Pointe may take these classes as Pre-Pointe classes to improve articulation, flexibility and strength in anticipation for Pointe.
Pointe III (by invitation only)
Introductory to Beginning level Pointe class that focuses on foundation skills and strength required to advance on pointe. Students not yet on Pointe may take these classes as Pre-Pointe classes to improve articulation, flexibility and strength in anticipation for Pointe.
Jazz 4 (Ages 13 and up)
Intermediate to Advanced Intermediate level class. Students continue to focus on increasing flexibility, coordination, and strength, with the introduction of more advanced jumps and turns.
Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and movies. Jazz is a more contemporary kind of dance as compared to ballet. In jazz dancing, the movements are big and exaggerated and there is usually an attitude the dancer conveys to the audience. The essence of jazz dance is entertainment. Encompassed in this technique are a variety of styles including Lyrical, Broadway, Funk, Latin and more.
Jazz 5 (Ages 14 and up)
Advanced level class. Students use the strength developed in previous classes to learn more advanced turns, leaps, floor work, & choreography.
Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and movies. Jazz is a more contemporary kind of dance as compared to ballet. In jazz dancing, the movements are big and exaggerated and there is usually an attitude the dancer conveys to the audience. The essence of jazz dance is entertainment. Encompassed in this technique are a variety of styles including Lyrical, Broadway, Funk, Latin and more.
Modern 4 (Ages 13 and up)
Intermediate level technique class that continues to develop Modern techniques and movement. Dancers are introduced to more complex concepts of Limon, Cunningham, Horton and Graham techniques.Modern is a style of theatrical dance that favors the natural movement of the body derived from the expression of inner feeling. Its technique is based on principles of fall and recovery, contraction and release and also includes elements of chance and improvisation.
Modern 5 (Ages 13 and up)
Advanced level technique class that continues to develop Modern techniques and movement. Dancers will work on more completex concepts of Limon, Cunningham, Horton and Graham techniques. Modern is a style of theatrical dance that favors the natural movement of the body derived from the expression of inner feeling. Its technique is based on principles of fall and recovery, contraction and release and also includes elements of chance and improvisation.
Contemporary Modern (Ballet IV and up)
Intermediate to Advanced level technique class that focuses on the development of the dancer’s individual voice, improvisational skills and expression. It combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet.
MT4: Advanced Scene into Song (by invitation or placement only)
This advanced Musical Theatre Technique class hones the skills necessary to work with scene partners. Students will learn techniques that will help them listen to scene partners and focus on the importance of objectives through the use of scenes transitioning to songs.