Ballet Academy of Silicon Valley

"My daughter and I have both been dancing at BASV for about 2.5 years now - I take adult ballet and she takes youth classes. My daughter started at 11 years old without much experience so it was hard to find a studio where she could start as a relative beginner, but BASV has been truly amazing - supportive, flexible and very positive while still helping her build a solid technique. She has developed several sweet friendships and a real love of ballet. The two shows each year - Nutcracker during the holidays and another ballet in the spring - are SO MUCH FUN and such a great opportunity for kids to work hard, to get up on stage, to be a part of a community. And, as a mommy, I get to dance too - what could be better?!? We are so grateful to have found this wonderful studio!"

"I've been dancing for various studios for ~8 yrs, most recently with BASV, and they are amazing. The teachers are wonderful; they really focus on the health and well-being of the students, as well as working with each dancer's unique strengths and weaknesses instead of trying force them all into the mold of an idealized 'perfect dancer'. I myself am not naturally flexible, being better with allegro than with adage, but the instructors at BASV, rather than demanding flexibility out of me that I cannot give, worked with my strength and refined my allegro while gently encouraging me to stretch every day and make the most of the flexibility I do have. Their patience, charity, experience and teaching skill are immense."

"We were looking for a studio that was more supportive than the typical studio. Ballet Academy of Silicon Valley far exceeded our needs. They are not only supportive in a positive way of our son but being in Ukrainian has been life changing. You get to start out as a beginner and grow with the class. The teacher really helps them learn as a group and encourages them to be inclusive and good citizens. It’s so rare to see this in a studio. Ukrainian dance has made my son stronger in body and mind. We are sooo happy. The community is so supportive and everyone is welcoming. Another bonus is that the Ukrainian costumes are cool and the kids get to perform at local venues if they choose. This includes a great local Nutcracker performance. We have found a gem!!"

"A great studio that focuses on technique and helping the dancers achieve their own personal goals while still having fun and keeping the "family" feeling alive throughout the studio."