Dance Academy of Southern California

Dance Academy of Southern California offers classes in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, hip-hop, and lyrical. The program includes a DASoCal Pre-Pro Summer Intensive and ongoing class options for both youth and older dancers.

• Ages: 2–18 years old
• Schedule: Office hours Monday–Thursday 3pm–7pm, Friday 3pm–6pm, and Saturday 9am–12pm; DASoCal Pre-Pro Summer Intensive from July 20th–31st

The DASoCal Pre-Pro Summer Intensive is for dancers ages 10–19 with pointe shoes. The program includes a Youth Program with classes for children aged 2 and up, as well as open teen and adult classes available year round. The stated mission is to bring dance training into the next generation and share the joy of the artform with students and the community. The program has received the YAGP Outstanding Teacher Award in 2024 and 2025. Testimonials describe Chris as bringing positive energy, making everyone feel important, special, and heard, and note that he has served as a guide in navigating the ballet profession and takes pride in his students. Another testimonial states that Kathryn has given a student confidence they wished they had found in their teens.

Last updated July 12, 2026.