Performing Arts Workshop

This is a wonderful studio where you have a rare combination of highly professional training in a supportive, family-​oriented atmosphere. For that dancer with professional aspirations and also for those who enjoy dance just for fun and exercise. I have taken adult classes here 15+ years and my daughter has been here 8 years (since age 5). I have been to many dance studios and believe that studio culture is as important as the skill of the teaching staff, and I give five stars to both. When people with young children ask me what to look for in a dance studio, one of the things I say is to look at the older kids — not just their training but their attitude! The PAW culture is inclusive and is not about body type or competition. Anyone who loves dance can find a place there. But the training is top notch and the teachers will push the students towards excellence. I have seen kids go through the whole program through professional, and others who do it for the love of dance and then move on, and they make great memories and love what they do. Each student of any age can take it as far as they want to go. Adult class serves an eclectic group of active or retired professional dancers, dance teachers, late bloomers (such as myself– came to ballet after age 30), and a good number of grandmothers. We have a great time in a supportive atmosphere, and it’s an awesome workout. Children’s program produces a fabulous Nutcracker as well as Spring Recital. I am so grateful for the many benefits my daughter has received from building self-​esteem, positive role models, teamwork, self-​motivation and discipline, lifelong friends, physical strength… and gorgeous training!

My daughter has been dancing with this studio for eight of her eleven years. She has grown in grace, confidence and skill. As she has matured she has taken her teachers counseling to heart, taking ownership of her attendance, supplies and personal progress. She loves the instructors who are all talented, kind, encouraging, professional, and fun.

I am so thankful to have found such a wonderful studio for my daughter to continue to grow as a dancer! Dance PAW has great instructors that make learning an enjoyable experience. What an awesome environment to build dance skills and confidence. My daughter looks forward to attending each ballet and pointe class with Zuri, Catherine, and Emily!

My daughter loves her classes, teachers and dance friends!!! PAW creates a community for the kids that my daughter wants to be a part of. As parents we see dedication and hard work with great shows and some fun dance parties. Her ballet style shines through into her school work and family life. Thank you PAW!!!

I am a former professional dancer and I can attest to the top notch training that takes place in this studio. The adult ballet classes focus on technique and alignment and the vibe is warm and relaxed. Emily and Zuri know their stuff inside and out. IsadoraNOW classes teach Isadora Duncan technique and repertoire. Where else can you find that in San Diego? My daughter attends the 2 – 4 year old class and loves Ms. Shoshana. They learn movement basics and very beginning ballet technique using poms poms, wands, streamers, etc.
This is a studio that strives to create artists, not dancing machines with harmful bad habits that will result in injuries later. If you are looking for solid technical training for your child or adult classes for yourself try this spot out. Also, their rates are very reasonable.

This is a fantastic studio. My daughter has been going to classes here for a few years and is now on pointe. They have great teachers and the studio promotes a wonderful blend of discipline and humanism. The camaraderie between the students is very touching… I’ve never been to a studio where the girls were so supportive of each other. A couple of times a year they host master classes with top-​notch ballet professionals. If you are considering this studio for your child, I recommend attending one of the performances they put on twice a year. The costumes and level of performance are quite impressive.

I started my daughter here about a year ago with a Groupon. I have been very satisfied with the program here. Miss Alyson is so patient with the little kids. She keeps their interest while helping them steadily progress. I have seen the older girls’ classes and they are very skilled and beautiful.
When they re-​started the adult classes, I couldn’t wait to put my ballet shoes on. Our instructor is lovely and kind while teaching us excellent form and reminding me and the other adult students all the moves we kind of remember from our youth.
Oh, and the sprung floor is awesome. Thanks P A W!

I really like this studio. The adult ballet class is consistent and great!