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We offer Combo (ballet/jazz), Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Competition Tech Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Broadway Jazz, and Singing. Join us in the exciting world of dance for children, teens, and adults. Please contact us if you're interested in joining a class or, teaching a class.


Classes: Acrobatic Arts | Ballet | Ballet/Jazz Combo | Bollywood | Cheer Pom | Contemporary Dance | Femme/Hip Hop/K-Pop/J-POP | Burlesque Cabaret/Jazz/BroadwayJazz/Lyrical | Princess Dance
| Tap | Team Dance | Singing |

ACROBATIC ARTS
Class Description
Acrobatic Arts
(8 yrs+)

Thursday 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Acrobatic Arts Level I is an exciting class designed for children from ages 7+ who are new to acrobatics or have some basic experience. This program focuses on developing strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination through acrobatic techniques.

Students will learn foundational skills such as forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, handstands, and bridges in a fun and supportive environment. The class also emphasizes safe practices and proper technique to ensure each student progresses at their own pace while building confidence. Perfect for young movers who love to flip, tumble, and have fun, Acrobatic Arts Level I provides a strong foundation for future acrobatic and dance training

Wear: Girls should wear leotard (any style/any color) and tights, go barefoot.
Boys - wear fitted t-shirt and black shorts, sweat or workout pants, and bo barefoot. Bring a water biottle.


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BALLET
Class Description
Ballet/Jazz Combo (3-6 yrs & 6-9 yrs)

Saturday 9:45 am-10 am - Ballet/Jazz Combo (3-6 yrs)
This playful class introduces young dancers to the basics of ballet and jazz through imaginative movement, music, and simple routines. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, and confidence while having fun.

Wear: Girls should wear leotard (any style/any color) and tights, ballet shoes.
Boys - wear fitted t-shirt and black shorts, sweat or workout pants and ballet shoes. Bring a water biottle.

Tuesday, 3:30 pm-4:30 pm Ballet/Jazz Combo (6-9 yrs)
This class blends the grace of ballet with the energy of jazz. Dancers will learn proper technique, fun choreography, and musicality—all in a supportive, age-appropriate setting. Perfect for building strength, flexibility, and confidence!

Wear: Girls should wear leotard (any style/any color) and tights, ballet shoes.
Boys - wear fitted t-shirt and black shorts, sweat or workout pants and ballet shoes. Bring a water biottle.


Ballet II
(7-11 yrs)

Saturday, 10:30 pm-11:30 am
This class focuses on the fundamentals of classical ballet technique in a more structured setting. Designed for students with 2 years of prior ballet experience, it helps dancers build discipline and confidence as they refine their skills. Emphasis will be placed on strength, flexibility, rhythm, musicality, memorization, and introductory performance quality.

Wear: Girls should wear leotard (any style/any color) and tights, ballet shoes.
Boys - wear fitted t-shirt and black shorts, sweat or workout pants and ballet shoes. Bring a water bottle.


Beg./Int. Ballet (teen/adult)

Wednesday, 7:45 pm-9 pm & Saturday 2 pm-3 pm
For dancers with at least 2 years of experience, this class offers a more formal approach to ballet training. Students will build a strong technical foundation through a full class structure: barre work, center exercises, across-the-floor progressions, and a final combination to tie it all together.

Wear: Ladies - leotard or fitted tank, black tights, jazz pants, black or pink ballet shoes. Chiffon ballet skirt is optional.
Men: Black or white t-shirt and black long shorts to knee or black jazz pants, black yoga/workout pants, black ballet shoes. Bring a water bottle.

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BALLET/JAZZ COMBO
Class Description
Ballet/Jazz
(3-6 yrs)

Saturday, 9:45 am-10:30 am
This fun combo class introduces young dancers (ages 3–6) to the basics of ballet and jazz. Students will learn foundational steps through playful movement, music, and imagination. The class focuses on posture, rhythm, and simple techniques in a supportive and engaging setting.

Wear: Girls: Leotard, ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, and black jazz shoes. Skirts or dance shorts are optional.
Boys - black shorts, white t-shirt, and black jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle

Ballet/Jazz
(6-9 yrs)

Tuesday, 3:30 pm-4:30 pm
This combo class introduces young dancers to both ballet and jazz fundamentals. Dancers will build vocabulary while focusing on posture, arm and foot placement, and basic steps from each style—all in a fun, supportive environment.

Wear: Girls - Leotard, ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, and black jazz shoes. Skirts or dance shorts are optional.
Boys - black shorts, white t-shirt, ad nb black jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle!


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BOLLYWOOD / INDIAN SEMI-CLASSICAL
Class Description
Beg./Int. Bollywood/Indian Semi-Classica
(teen/adult)

Wednesday, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm & Saturday, 10:15 am-11:30 am
Ready to embark on a delightful journey of dance and cultural exploration? Join our Bollywood & Indian Semi-Classical class and discover the joy of Bollywood dance!

Bollywood dance is a fun, colorful and diverse style that allows you to groove to popular Indian songs. Routines will encompass everything from classical and folk dancing to a more fusion-based style, combining traditional steps with western and contemporary movements. Classes will include a warm-up followed by a combination. This is a beginners/intermediate class with a focus on performance choreographies and techniques.

Wear: Ladies- Comfortable t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers or leggings, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle!
Boys - t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle!


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CHEER POM
Class Description
Cheer Pom
(7-11 yrs) &
(8-12 yrs)

Friday, 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
This Cheer Pom class combines the energy of jazz, acro, and dance into a fun, high-energy program perfect for kids. Whether your child dreams of cheering on the sidelines or just loves to dance, this class will help them build confidence, strength, and new friendships.

Wear: Girls - Comfortable t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers or leggings, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors..
Bring a water bottle!
Boys - t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle!

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CONTEMPORARY DANCE
Class Description
Intermediate Contemporary Dance
(teen/adult)
Tuesday, 8:45 pm-10 pm
This class blends elements of contemporary, jazz, and ballet technique, offering both technical training and expressive weekly choreography. Dancers will build strength, control, and musicality while exploring dynamic movement and emotional storytelling. Class will incorporate skills such as fouetté turns, à la seconde turns, knee drop jumps, tour jetés, calypsos, floor work transitions, plus more. While contemporary can be danced to many styles of music, this class primarily features alternative and indie tracks to inspire creativity and connection.

Wear: Ladies -fitted cami or leotard, black leggings or black jazz pants. foot undies or go barefoot.
Men: Black or white t-shirt and black long shorts to knee or black jazz pants,
workout pants and go barefoot. Bring a water bottle.

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FEMME FUSION/HIP HOP/K-POP/J-POP
Class Description
Beg./Int. Femme Fusion - Hip Hop & Jazz
(teen/adult)

Saturday, 11:30 am-12:45 pm
This is a sub discipline of Hip Hop where the choreography will have more feminine overtones. It is open for anyone male or female.

Wear: Ladies - Comfortable t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers or leggings, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors..
Bring a water bottle!
Men- t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle!

Beg. Hip Hop
(8-12 yrs)

Friday, 5 pm-6 pm
Get ready to move! This beginner-friendly class covers the basics of hip hop with fun combos, and clean, kid-approved music. Dancers will grow their rhythm, confidence, and style in a playful, positive setting.

Wear: Girls - Comfortable t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers or leggings, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors..
Bring a water bottle!
Boys - t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle!

Beg.
Hip Hop/J-Pop
(5-8 yrs)

Saturday 3pm-4 pm
This beginner-level class is designed for dancers ages 5–8 who want to explore
hip hop in a fun and engaging way. Each session features Japanese anime songs
and J-POP hits like YOASOBI to create a lively, familiar atmosphere.

The class emphasizes isolations and rhythm training, helping young dancers develop foundational control and a strong sense of musical timing. Choreography is rooted in Urban Hip Hop style—fun, energetic, and movement-focused—encouraging kids to
build confidence as they learn to move with style and groove.

Wear: Girls - Comfortable t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers or leggings, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors..
Bring a water bottle!
Boys - t-shirt or tank top, athletic joggers, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle!

Int. Hip Hop/J-Pop
(8-15 yrs)

Saturday Hip Hop 4 pm-5 pm
This class is perfect for dancers with at least aa year of experience. With a playlist full of anime hits like YOASOBI and Ado, students train in isolations and rhythm drills to build sharp technique and musicality. Choreography is rooted in Urban Hip Hop style—bold, expressive, and fun!

Wear: Girls, cami or leotard, jazz/Pilates/Yoga pants and black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors.
Boys: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle.

Beginning-Intermediate
Hip Hop
(teen/adult)

Thursday 7:30 pm-8:45 pm
Learn to dance like you see in the latest. music video clips. Students will learn technique, style and choreographed routine geared toward a dance concert. Selected dancers will be invited to perform in the Ariel Dance Productions' annual concert.

Wear: ladies, cami or leotard, jazz/Pilates/Yoga pants and clean athletic shoes or ankle booties. Bring a water bottle.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle.

Beginning-
K-Pop Cover
(teen/adult)

Tuesday K-Pop Cover, 7:30 pm-8:45 pm
Learn the trendiest K-Pop choreography straight from your favorite music videos! This beginner-friendly class breaks down iconic moves step-by-step, building confidence, coordination, and stage presence—all while dancing to the latest K-Pop hits.

Wear: ladies, cami or leotard, jazz/Pilates/Yoga pants and clean athletic shoes or ankle booties. Bring a water bottle.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors.

Beginning-Intermediate
K-Pop
(teen/adult)
Thursday, 8:45 pm-9:45 pm
K-POP covers various styles such as hip-hop, Jazz-funk, urban, contemporary and more. This class is designed for dancers who want to improve their dance skills and are interested in learning dance through Korean pop music

Wear: ladies, cami or leotard, jazz/Pilates/Yoga pants and clean athletic shoes or ankle booties. Bring a water bottle.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants, and clean athletic shoes with black or non-marking soles.No white soles—they scuff the floors. Bring a water bottle.

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BURLESQUE CABARET, JAZZ, BROADWAY JAZZ, LYRICAL
Class Description
Beg./Int.
Burlesque-Cabaret

Thursday, 7:30 pm-8:45 pm
If you're looking for a fun, sassy, and theatrical class that builds confidence and lets you express yourself, Burlesque/Cabaret is for you! You'll learn stylized choreography inspired by Fosse, jazz, and theatre dance—all while getting a great workout and owning your stage presence. Class training also includes jumps, leaps, and turns to build strength, technique, and flair.

Wear: Ladies, cami or leotard, jazz or Pilates/Yoga pants, and jazz shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, compression tights, sweat pants, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Beginning-Intermediate Broadway Jazz
(teen/adult)

Monday, 7:30 pm-8:45 pm
Students dive into the core fundamentals of musical theatre dance—building strength, flexibility, and stage presence every step of the way. After a full-body warm-up and across-the-floor drills, you'll learn and grow through iconic choreography inspired by hits like Moulin Rouge, Wicked, La La Land, The Lion King, Cabaret, A Chorus Line, 9 to 5, Chicago plus more. This class is a supportive space where newbies and seasoned performers alike can boost their skills and confidence while having a blast.

Wear: Ladies, cami or leotard, jazz or Pilates/Yoga pants, and jazz shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, compression tights, sweat pants, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Intermediate Jazz
(teen/adult)

Monday, 7:45 pm-9 pm
G et ready for a high-energy class packed with a full warm-up, across-the-floor leaps, jumps, and turns, plus a challenging dance combo to push your skills. Expect a solid workout that’ll leave you buzzing.

Wear: Ladies, cami or leotard, jazz or Pilates/Yoga pants, and jazz shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, compression tights, sweat pants, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Intermediate Lyrical Dance (teen/adult)

Tuesday, 7:30 pm-8:45 pm
This intermediate lyrical class combines ballet, jazz, and contemporary into one expressive, dynamic style. It emphasizes storytelling through movement, blending technical precision with natural, grounded flow to connect deeply with the music and emotion. You’ll build strength, flexibility, and musicality while mastering a challenging combo that sharpens your overall dance skills.

Wear: Ladies, cami or leotard, jazz or Pilates/Yoga pants, and jazz shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, compression tights, sweat pants, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

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TAP
Class Description

Absolute Beginner Tap
(teen/adult)

Wednesday, 5:15 pm-6:15 pm
No experience needed! This beginner tap class teaches the basics—rhythm, timing, and simple steps—while having fun making noise with your feet. Perfect for building confidence, coordination, and a love for tap dance.

Wear: Ladies, fitted t-shirt, tank top, or leotard, leggings, jazz pants. Shorts are okay as long as they're comfortable and allow movement and tap shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants and tap shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Beg./Int. Tap
Choreography (teen/adult(

Thursday, 6:30 pm-7:30 pm
Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, our Beg./Int Tap class
is for adults looking to embrace the joy of dance! Your learn basic to intermediate tap techniques, rhythm, timing, and musicality, fun, engaging routines that will get your feet moving and your heart pumping. This class is designed to help you build skills at your own pace in a supportive and energetic environment.

Wear: Ladies, fitted t-shirt, tank top, or leotard, leggings, jazz pants. Shorts are okay as long as they're comfortable and allow movement and tap shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants and tap shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Int. Tap Choreography
(teen/adult)

Monday, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm
Step up your tap game in this intermediate choreography class. Build on your basics with complex rhythms, tricky footwork, and dynamic routines blending classic and modern styles. Sharpen your technique, timing, and performance skills to bring every step to life.

Wear: Ladies, fitted t-shirt, tank top, or leotard, leggings, jazz pants. Shorts are okay as long as they're comfortable and allow movement and tap shoes.
Men: t-shirt, shorts, sweat pants and tap shoes. Bring a water bottle.


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Class Description
PERFORMANCE DANCE TEAMS - MINIS, TEENS & ADULTS
Class Description

Mini Dance Team (7-11 yrs)

Monday 6:30 pm-7:45 pm
Is your child (ages 7-11) passionate about dance and eager to shine on stage? The Ariel Mini Dancers is a performance-oriented team designed to nurture young dancers' love for movement and provide them with exciting opportunities to showcase their talent.

Here's what makes our Mini Dancers special
Designed for dancers with 1-2 years of experience who can readily grasp choreography.
Develops well-rounded skills in ballet, jazz, hip hop, and acro.
Performance opportunities to share their talents and build confidence.

Commitment to Excellence
Team members are required to commit to the full year program.
In addition to the team class, participation in a separate ballet class is mandatory.

Ready to Join the Team?
Contact us today at 408-621-2790 or send an email to secure your spot in the Ariel Mini Dancers this fall from 6:15 pm-7:30 pm. More info

Wear: For girls, leggings, leotard or fitted tank, black jazz shoes.
For boys, fitted t-shirt or tank top, athletic shorts or joggers, black jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Youth Performance Dance Team
(11 yrs and up)

Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Does your child love to dance and perform? Our Youth Performance Dance Team is
the perfect opportunity for dancers aged 11-16 to shine on stage and in the community (Xmas in the Park, Disneyland, Festivals, Senior Home)! This dynamic program offers training in various dance styles, including ballet, contemporary jazz, hip hop, cheer pom, Broadway jazz, lyrical, acro, and more.

This is more than just a class—it's an experience where your child can develop as a dancer, performer, and team member.

Wear: For girls, leggings, leotard or fitted tank, black jazz shoes.
For boys, fitted t-shirt or tank top, athletic shorts or joggers, black jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Adult Student Dance Team (ages 18+)

Wednesday 7:45 pm-9:00 pm
Have you ever dreamed of being on an Adult Dance Team? Here’s your chance!
Dance Team can be an excellent way to stay motivated, build camaraderie, and improve your dance skills while having fun!
Dancers will be exposed to Broadway Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Burlesque Cabaret. All levels welcome!

Ariel’s Adult Student Dance Teams are made of students just like you. Dance with us for 12 weeks and class will culminate in a performance in front of friends and family at Ariel studio. There may be an opportunity to perform in outdoor festivals and dance concerts. Experience something new, get in shape, take your dance to a whole new level, and have a blast!

Wear: For women, cami, leotard or fitted t-shirt, jazz/Pilates/Yoga pants and black jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

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PRINCESS DANCE
Class Description
Princess Dance
(3-5 yrs)

Sunday, 10:00 am-10:45 am
Step into a world of twirls and tiaras! This magical dance class is perfect for little ones who love princesses and fairy tales. Dancers will move to their favorite princess songs while learning basic steps, boosting coordination, and building confidence. With a focus on imagination and fun, every child will feel like royalty in this playful, supportive class.

Wear: Leotard, ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, and black jazz shoes. Skirts or dance shorts are optional. Bring a water bottle.


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SINGING FOR ALL LEVELS
Class Description
Singing for
All Levels
(teen/adult)

Monday, 9:00 pm-10:00 pm
Learn how to sing and express yourself with confidence. Improve your range, strength, and connection with songs. This singing class brings you technique, individual work, and choral opportunities. We will focus on enhancing your singing skills and giving you confidence on the stage. The class will culminate in a group number to be performed as part of Ariel in-studio shows and annual concert.

Wear: Comfortable, non-restrictive clothing (e.g. t-shirt or blouse and stretchy pants or jeans). Flat shoes or sneakers (no heels or flip-flops—stable footing helps with posture. Bring a water bottle.