Ms. Debbora's School of Dance

Ms. Debbora's School of Dance offers Tap & Ballet Combo, Tap, Let's Move Together, Little Jazzerina Combo, Fun n' Funky Jazz, Lyrical for Teens, Tumble Kids, Little Tapperina Combo, Adult Tap, Fall Nutcracker, Spring Production, and Tiny Princess Ballet. Classes in the 2026-2027 Dance Timetable run from Aug. 10, 2026-July 2027.

Programs

• Tap & Ballet Combo — 3-5; 5-7; 7-12 · Mon 3:00-3:45 pm; Mon 4:00-4:45 pm; Mon 5:00-5:45 pm
• Tap — 14+; 8-13; 12-15; 18+ · Mon 6:00-6:45 pm; Thu 4:00-4:45 pm; Thu 5:00-5:45 pm; Wed 6:30-7:15 pm; Wed 7:30-8:15 pm
• Let's Move Together — 18-24 months · Tue 2:00-2:45 pm
• Little Jazzerina Combo — 4-7 · Tue 3:00-3:45 pm
• Fun n' Funky Jazz — 7-10; 10-13; 13+ · Tue 4:00-4:45 pm; Tue 5:00-5:45 pm; Tue 6:00-6:45 pm
• Lyrical for Teens — 13+ · Tue 6:45-7:15 pm
• Tumble Kids — 4-8; 8-Teen · Wed 4:00-4:45 pm; Thu 3:00-3:45 pm
• Little Tapperina Combo — 3-8 · Wed 5:00-5:45 pm
• Adult Tap — 19+ · Wed 6:30-7:15 pm; Wed 7:30-8:15 pm
• Fall Nutcracker — 5+ · Thu 6:00-7:30 pm
• Spring Production — 6+ · Thu 6:00-7:00 pm
• Tiny Princess Ballet — 2.5-5 · Sat 9:00-9:45 am

At a glance

• Ages: 2–18 years old
• General schedule: 2026-2027 Dance Timetable Aug. 10, 2026-July 2027

About the provider

Ms. Debbora's School of Dance was founded in 1985 and has created and instructed the Poway dance program for 32+ seasons. The leadership team includes Ms. Debbora Childress, Ms. Kellie Childress-Nichols, and Pat Fox-Giracello. The program states that its dance classes promote creative expression and instill a love for dance, and that they support each dancer's physical, social, and emotional well being. It also states that classes are held in a safe and nurturing environment and that the program focuses on the joy of dance and movement and creating well-balanced, happy and amazing performers. Ms. Debbora has a Lifetime Credential in Children’s Dance, and Ms. Kellie received the American Academy of Ballet's Gold Performance Award in 2000.

The program leaves competitions aside, focusing on the joy of dance and movement. The site states 'Every Dancer is a Star!'

What families say

“If you're looking for a kind and caring teacher who will help your child develop a love of dance in a safe and supportive environment, then we HIGHLY recommend Ms. Debbora's Dance Company for Children!” — Shari (mother of a dancer)

Last updated October 9, 2026.