San Elijo Dance and Music Academy

San Elijo Dance & Music Academy offers recreational and pre-professional contemporary dance classes for ages 2 to 18, and private music lessons are available. Its youngest classes include Dance With Me for age 2 with a caregiver, Pre-Primary Dance Classes for age 2.5, and Primary Dance Classes for age 3 by September 1 of the current school year. Older offerings include pre-ballet, pre-tap, and ballet classes such as Kinder Dance Classes, Elementary Dance Classes, Ballet A, Ballet 1, Ballet 2, and Ballet 3.

Programs

• Youngest Dancers Classes — Age 2 at enrollment; Age 2.5 at enrollment; Age 3 by September 1 of the current school year; Age 4 by September 1 of the current school year; Age 5 by September 1 of the current school year; Age 6 by September 1 of the current school year · 1 class per week; 45-minute class with caregiver; independent class
• Dance With Me — Age 2 at enrollment · 1 class per week; 45-minute class with caregiver
• Pre-Primary Dance Classes — Age 2.5 at enrollment · 45-minute pre-ballet and pre-tap class; independent class
• Primary Dance Classes — Age 3 by September 1 of the current school year · 45-minute pre-ballet and pre-tap class; independent class
• Pre-K Dance Classes — Age 4 by September 1 of the current school year · 45-minute pre-ballet and pre-tap class
• Kinder Dance Classes — Age 5 by September 1 of the current school year · 1 hour pre-ballet and pre-tap class
• Elementary Dance Classes — Age 6 by September 1 of the current school year · 1 hour pre-ballet class
• Youth Ballet Dance Classes — Age 7 to 8 by September 1 of the current school year; Age 8 to 9 by September 1 of the current school year; Age 9 to 10 by September 1st of the current school year; Age 10 to 11 by September 1st of the current school year; Age 11+ by September 1 of the current school year; Age 12+ by September 1 of the current school year · 2 classes per week; 3 days per week; 4 days per week, 1-2 year program; 5 days per week, 1-2 year program
• Ballet A — Age 7 to 8 by September 1 of the current school year · 2 classes per week (or one class per week as a two year program)
• Ballet 1 — Age 8 to 9 by September 1 of the current school year · 2 classes per week (or one class per week as a two year program)
• Ballet 2 — Age 9 to 10 by September 1st of the current school year · 2 classes per week
• Ballet 3 — Age 10 to 11 by September 1st of the current school year · 3 days per week

At a glance

• Ages: 2–18 years old
• General schedule: For ages 2 to 18; recreational and pre-professional contemporary dance classes; private music lessons are available.
• Facility hours: Monday-Friday 10am-7pm; Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 12 Noon-5pm

About the provider

San Elijo Dance & Music Academy says it has been serving families for over 24 years. Its mission statement says it pledges to serve children and families with passion, devotion, and integrity; to seek excellence through patient mentoring and leading by example; and to create a fun and light atmosphere while challenging students to grow and be their best. The academy also says it has five dance and music studios, industry leading sprung dance floors, and complimentary trial classes.

Complimentary trial classes are available. Graduation recitals are in July. Kinder dancers are invited to audition for the full-scale professional Nutcracker production accompanied by Live Orchestra. Elementary dancers are invited to audition for the full-scale professional Nutcracker production accompanied by Live Orchestra.

What families say

“"Our daughter has been dancing with the studio for years, and she has blossomed into an excellent dancer. What impresses me the most? Excellent teachers, excellent opportunities to dance with professionals, and the care the owners and faculty put into knowing each family that is a part of the studio."” — Rick Saunders

“"All the teachers here are dedicated to each student and helping them grow as a dancer. I loved every year I spent training at this studio. Every teacher has their own personal experience with dance, bringing inside knowledge and variety to each class. Overall, I recommend this studio to any dancer looking for a family of talented and inspiring dancers and teachers!"” — Aly Sutherland

“"It is well managed and offers a wide range of classes. Best of all it gave my 3 children self confidence in their capabilities and the proper skills to perform at their recital."” — Monica Garcia

Last updated October 9, 2026.