Whitley Ballet School

Whitley Ballet School offers children’s ballet classes for ages 5 to 10, plus jazz classes, tap dance classes, and summer ballet camp. The summer ballet camp includes ballet class, stretching, character dance, choreography, and arts and crafts. It also offers Royal Academy of Dance examinations as part of the class program.

Programs

• Children's ballet classes — Ages 5-10 years · $20–$30 per class · In-person small group class (single or by session) held in Pasadena.
• Adult ballet classes — $20–$30 per class · In-person small group class (single or by session) held in Pasadena.
• Jazz classes
• Tap dance classes
• Private lessons and coaching — Available for adults, intermediate, advanced, pre-pointe/pointe students; can be online via Zoom or in-person with limited schedule.
• Royal Academy of Dance examinations — Offered as part of the class program.
• Summer ballet camp — Ages 5-10 years · Tuesday through Friday, 10am-2pm · Includes ballet class, stretching, character dance, choreography, arts and crafts.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–10 years old
• Price range: $20–$30 per class

About the provider

In January 2023, the school celebrated 10 years of dancing. The teachers take a fun and caring approach to developing sound classical ballet technique and a love of dance in the early years, and the school says it specializes in helping shy dancers gain confidence. The ballet classes follow the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, and the school states a 100% pass rate for Royal Academy of Dance examinations.

• Online lessons — Classes and private lessons online via Zoom.

All classes require registration prior to joining. Classes are currently held in-person in Pasadena, and online via Zoom if requested. One new registration fee per family is $40. No phone calls please.

What families say

“Ms.Natalie is an awesome teacher. She is patient and very creative. She’s not pushy. She allows the kids to be kids all the while learning and learning to love dance.” — Yelp Review

“Best Ballet school ever!! Miss Natalie is a very kind and warm teacher. She loves to teach and the students feel it. Our child had learned so much and is very happy, she can not even consider going to another academy. If you are looking for a great place for your kids to learn and feel confident as well as encourage this is the best one.” — Yelp Review

Last updated October 24, 2026.