LOS ANGELES BALLET ACADEMY

What LOS ANGELES BALLET ACADEMY does

Los Angeles Ballet Academy (LABA) is a non-profit ballet academy founded in 1992 by award-winning choreographer Andrea Paris-Gutierrez and operated from a single studio at 15255 Ventura Blvd Annex 3 in Sherman Oaks, California. The academy delivers Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) curriculum through two structured pathways — the Graded Syllabus for recreational or developmental training and the Vocational Graded Syllabus for pre-professional preparation — covering students from age 3 through advanced teens, with the highest offering being RAD's Solo Seal examination. Programming also extends to supplementary disciplines including Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Conditioning, Tap, Musical Theater, and Pre-Pointe, alongside annual performance opportunities such as the Spring Showcase, Gala Performance, Nutcracker, and Competition Troupe.

The academy's service is delivered exclusively on-site through scheduled weekly classes, taught by a faculty led by the founder plus Artistic Directors Tracey Rounds and Gina Gosalvez, with the stated value proposition resting on RAD's internationally recognized framework, instructor credentials drawn from international professional stages, and a documented record of student placements at the School of American Ballet, Juilliard, and European conservatories. The studio operates evenings and weekend mornings only, consistent with an after-school instructional model rather than full-day programming.

Commercially, revenue is generated through recurring class tuition across multiple program levels, supplemented by competition and performance activity; no tuition rates, enrollment counts, or financial figures are publicly disclosed. Customer acquisition is community-led and direct-to-consumer, relying on the laballetacademy.com website, Instagram, and phone/email inquiries, with no third-party resellers or franchise operations. The academy is privately held and founder-controlled, with no disclosed parent company, external investment, or subsidiary structure.

Name

LOS ANGELES BALLET ACADEMY

Legal name

Los Angeles Ballet Academy

Website

https://laballetacademy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Los Angeles Ballet Academy is a non-profit dance school in Sherman Oaks, California, delivering Royal Academy of Dance ballet curriculum plus supplementary jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and conditioning classes to children, teens, and pre-professional students since 1992.

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Product category

Dance Education (Ballet Instruction)

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (61161), Fine Arts Schools (611610)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Dance Education (Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Cultural Dance) (EDAMAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Theater & Drama Education (Acting, Improvisation, Musical Theater) (EDAMAAAG)

Keywords

• Ballet instruction
• Dance education
• Royal Academy of Dance
• Pre-professional ballet
• Children's dance classes

Headquarters

HQ city

Sherman Oaks

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

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Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Dance Class Tuition: Recurring tuition revenue from weekly ballet and dance classes across multiple program levels. Students enroll in scheduled classes (Pre-Ballet, Primary, Grades 1-5, Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced 1/2, Solo Seal) and pay on a recurring basis. The academy offers supplementary classes including Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Conditioning, and Tap for additional revenue.

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Core offering

Los Angeles Ballet Academy delivers structured ballet and dance training programs built on the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) curriculum, serving students from age 3 through advanced pre-professional levels at its Sherman Oaks studio. Programs include Pre-Ballet/Tap, Pre-Primary through Grade 5, Intermediate Foundation through Advanced 2 and Solo Seal, plus supplementary classes in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Conditioning, and Tap. The academy generates revenue through recurring tuition for weekly in-person classes.

Product overview

Los Angeles Ballet Academy offers a comprehensive dance education program built on the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) curriculum. The academy provides a structured, internationally recognized program through two main pathways: the Graded Syllabus (for recreational or developmental training) and the Vocational Graded Syllabus (for intensive, pre-professional training). Programs include Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3+), Pre-Primary through Grades 1-5 (ages 5+), and advanced levels including Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and 2, and Solo Seal. Additional complementary classes include Open Classical Ballet, Allegro/Pointe/Variations, PrePointe, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and Conditioning. The Young Dancer's Program provides an introduction to dance and musical theater for the youngest performers.

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Products and services

• Pre-Ballet / Tap Structured, imaginative classes for ages 3+ that use storytelling and props to improve basic coordination, stamina, physical fitness, self-confidence, and social skills.
• Pre-Primary / Primary Classes for ages 5+ focusing on early motor development, natural dance movements, musicality, and spatial awareness, transitioning students into core ballet structures.
• Intro to Musical Theater & Tap Dance Introduction to the worlds of Broadway and tap dance for young performers, combining musical theater storytelling with tap rhythms for ages 5+.
• Ballet Grades 1 to 3 Introduction to classical ballet principles for ages 7+ covering proper posture, basic vocabulary, alignment, core stability, and beginnings of performance presentation.
• Ballet Grades 4 and 5 Enhances technical precision and physical strength for students, focusing on complex sequences, shifting weight, arm coordination, and enhanced musical expression.
• Intermediate Foundation Entry point to pre-professional training; focuses on strengthening the feet and core, mastering stable turning techniques, and pointe work.
• Intermediate Deepens technical understanding, speed, and precision; dancers learn comprehensive physical control, clear lines, increased vocabulary, and enchaînements.
• Advanced Foundation Bridges intermediate and elite training; focuses on stamina, advanced spatial patterns, and stylistic nuances required by modern-day choreographers.
• Advanced 1 and 2 High-level professional preparation; dancers refine intricate allegro patterns, controlled pirouettes, and exceptional artistry.
• Solo Seal The highest vocational examination offered by the Royal Academy of Dance; a professional solo performance platform where candidates perform required variations in front of a live audience and international judges.
• Open Classical Ballet An open-level classical ballet class for Grade 3/4+ (ages 8+) allowing students to deepen their classical vocabulary in a relaxed yet focused setting.
• Allegro / Pointe / Variations Supplementary class for advancing students (Intermediate Foundation+, age 11+) focusing on allegro combinations, pointe work, and classical variations to build stamina, elevation, and performance quality.
• PrePointe Preparatory class strengthening feet, ankles, and core in readiness for pointe work; students are assessed for readiness before progressing to full pointe classes.
• Jazz Dynamic class in jazz technique, style, and performance available at every level; students develop strength, flexibility, and a feel for rhythm across jazz styles.
• Hip-Hop High-energy class exploring the foundations of hip-hop movement, from breaking and popping to freestyle; students build confidence, musicality, and street-style technique.
• Contemporary Expressive class exploring contemporary movement, fluidity, and artistic interpretation; students build on technical foundation while developing their own voice as dancers.
• Conditioning Supplementary class focused on building strength, flexibility, and body awareness to support ballet technique; covers core strength, turnout conditioning, and injury prevention.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students have been placed at prestigious dance institutions including the School of American Ballet, the Juilliard School, and conservatories in Europe.

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Royal Academy of DancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLos Angeles Ballet Academy is the premier Royal Academy of Dance studio in the San Fernando Valley. The academy's entire ballet curriculum is built on the internationally recognized RAD syllabus, which develops technique, musicality, and artistry at every stage of a dancer's journey. Students prepare for RAD examinations across both the Graded Syllabus (recreational/developmental) and the Vocational Graded Syllabus (pre-professional).

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Direct peers

• Houston Ballet Academy: The official school of Houston Ballet, providing a full RAD-style progression from pre-ballet through advanced pre-professional training. Closely comparable to LABA in curriculum structure, target families, and performance-oriented outcomes.
• Joffrey Ballet School: The training academy of The Joffrey, providing a graded ballet and contemporary syllabus from children through adults across its locations. Comparable to LABA in offering both recreational and pre-professional pathways under an internationally recognized brand.
• Charlotte Ballet Academy: The training academy of Charlotte Ballet, running a Children's Division through Pre-Professional Program on a recognized ballet syllabus. Directly comparable to LABA in age-spanning curriculum and pre-professional pipeline.
• Pacific Northwest Ballet School: PNB's school in Seattle runs a structured progression from early childhood through pre-professional, with international syllabi and performance opportunities. Directly comparable to LABA in mission, curriculum depth, and target families.
• San Francisco Ballet School: The training academy of San Francisco Ballet, offering graded and pre-professional ballet pathways aligned to internationally recognized syllabi. Highly comparable to LABA as a destination ballet school with rigorous progression from beginner through advanced vocational levels.
• Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet: A pre-professional ballet training program and intensive summer course with a strong track record of company placements. Comparable to LABA's vocational-level offerings and emphasis on outcomes for serious young dancers.
• Boston Ballet School: The training arm of Boston Ballet, offering year-round classes across all ages and levels plus an intensive pre-professional program. Comparable to LABA in curriculum breadth and its position as a marquee ballet academy serving ambitious young dancers.
• Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School (American Ballet Theatre): ABT's training school in New York delivering structured classical ballet curricula from beginner through pre-professional levels. Comparable to LABA in its graded-to-vocational progression and placement of students into professional companies.
• Rock School for Dance Education: A pre-professional ballet and jazz training program based in Philadelphia with year-round and summer intensive offerings. Comparable to LABA in combining graded ballet progression with supplementary contemporary/jazz conditioning.
• HARID Conservatory: A residential ballet-focused conservatory offering intensive training for advanced students. Comparable to LABA at the vocational end of its pathway, particularly for dancers pursuing Solo Seal and pre-professional placement.

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Profiles3 records

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