Academy of Dance Westlake Village

These hour and a half classes are aimed at providing dancers with the opportunity to work with true master teachers who are not typically accessible to the average dancer. Taught at the intermediate/advanced level, Master Classes will range in every style from jazz to tap, hip hop to contemporary, and ballet to jazz funk.

For dancers looking to work on a specific skill or step, to learn or perfect a particular routine, to work on developing technique, or to just work individually with a qualified professional, we offer private lessons with any/all of our permanent faculty members.

These hour and a half classes are aimed at providing dancers with the opportunity to work with true master teachers who are not typically accessible to the average dancer. Taught at the intermediate/advanced level, Master Classes will range in every style from jazz to tap, hip hop to contemporary, and ballet to jazz funk. Come join us for this unprecedented series and take your dancing to the next level!

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Master Classes in styles such as Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Technique, Grooves & Freestyle, Jazz Fusion, Improv and more! Dancers are guaranteed to work with Master Class faculty members in a small, intimate setting perfect for individualized attention and corrections.

Dancers will be learning themed classes in styles such as Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz Funk, Acro, and so much more!

This open class combines deep stretching to optimize flexibility and conditioning to improve body placement, core strength, control, and overall technique. Dancers can use this class to help supplement their dance training in other styles or simply as a great workout! The exercises and drills in this class are designed to enhance dance technique, flexibility, strength, and placement in a way that protects dancers’ bodies for a long and healthy dance career.

Choreography classes are designed to teach dancers how to develop their own style of movement, create pieces of choreography, and learn the ins-and-outs of what it means to be a professional choreographer. Dancers will be given numerous exercises and assignments in all of the styles of dance in order to obtain a better understanding of dance as a whole. Being a choreographer is SO much more than just making up dance steps and dancers will be given a better understanding of a profession so crucial to our industry. In our Choreography class, dancers will be taught to understand the complexity of storylines, learn to breakdown and analyze pieces of music, how to translate emotion into movement, how to teach choreography to others, how to use formations and space to enhance choreography, in order to create a full concept piece from beginning to end.

Our Musical Theater class is designed to help dancers become “triple-threat” performers! With a combination of acting, singing, AND dancing, our Musical Theater class enables dancers to learn the lyrics and melodies of both classical and modern Broadway shows, work on fun acting exercises and character development, and discover proper jazz technique and terminology. This dance-based class is ideal for all children; whether they have experience in one, two, three, or even none of the performing arts!

Improv classes allow dancers to explore movement, music, and energy through numerous directed and self-motivated exercises. Dancers will learn to let go of the fear or insecurity of free movement in order to discover their own voices as artists. Class will consist of individual, partner, and group improv exercises geared towards developing spatial awareness, intention and storytelling, artistry, and an overall broader movement vocabulary. In more advanced improv classes, dancers will also learn how to freestyle/improv for professional auditions and convention settings.

This technique class is designed to help dancers develop the proper technique, strength, extension, and coordination essential to all forms of dance. The warm-up will combine deep stretching to optimize flexibility and conditioning to improve body placement, core strength, control, and overall technique. Dancers will then learn various turns, leaps, and progressions in basic patterns as well as more complicated and advanced combinations.

Our Technique classes are a combination of Stretch & Strength, Leaps & Turns, Ballet, and Jazz! Dancers will work on flexibility and strength in order to be able to properly execute extensions, turns, and jumps in all genres of dance. Geared towards those dancers who want to accelerate their progress and develop more strength and control, Technique class is perfect for anyone hoping to review or learn the foundation of proper dance technique.

Pointe is an advanced Ballet class performed in special shoes allowing dancers to balance and move on a wooden box on the tips of their toes. Dancing on pointe requires a great deal of strength, technique, and skill so dancers must be enrolled in at least level 2 or higher Ballet classes and be approved by both an ADWV faculty member AND their doctor before they can enroll in a Pointe class. Pre-Pointe allows for those not quite ready for the pointe shoes to develop the skills they will need once they are strong enough for Pointe. Class will focus balance and control, the strength and lengthening of the legs while dancing, the agility, strength, and flexibility of the feet and ankles, as well as the overall technique and placement of each dancer.

Acro is a dance-based gymnastics class geared towards those who wish to improve their flexibility, strength, agility, balance, and control. Dancers will learn the basics or work on advanced acrobatic elements in a safe environment catered to each individual’s level of experience and comfort. Acro class is taught by an experienced acro instructor dedicated to teaching fundamental acrobatic technique such as cartwheels, handstands, walkovers, back bends, chin stands, balance and contortion tricks, aerials, handsprings, limbers, tumbling, and much more.

Tap is a combination of intricate footwork, rhythm, and sound. Classes emphasize the development of tap technique and terminology with coordination, syncopation, musicality, and control. Our tap classes provide dancers with a balance of Broadway or classical tap with hoofing or rhythmic tap. Dancers will begin class with warm-up exercises to strengthen and isolate muscles specifically used for controlled tap movement.

This super fun, dance-based class is designed to help young dancers improve coordination, motor skills, agility, rhythm, music awareness, and creative movement and expression. Tumbling & Hip Hop combines the flexibility and strength of Acro with the grooves, style, and movement of Hip Hop. It’s the best of both worlds! Dancers will learn basic skills such as back bends, cartwheels, forward rolls, and handstands and learn hip hop and jazz funk choreography in each class all to your dancer’s favorite upbeat music!

Our Combination classes give young dancers an introduction to multiple styles of dance in a very positive and stimulating hour-long class. Dancers will learn the basic technique, movement, and terminology for ballet and tap in a way that promotes their own creativity and expression. The class will begin with dancers in ballet shoes stretching in a warm-up circle before moving to the ballet barre, ballet progressions, and choreography to learn proper technique, terminology, and movement. Half way through the class, dancers will then change into their tap shoes to work on rhythm, coordination, and basic tap steps and technique.

Jazz Funk is a hybrid of both Jazz technique and Hip Hop style. It is the style of dance most similar to the Commercial dance world that can be seen in music videos, tour choreography, television, and film. Jazz Funk choreography combines basic jazz terminology and technique with the grooves and attitude of hip hop in order to create a super fun, sassy, and clean dance style of its own. Dancers will begin class with a jazz warm up that integrates some footwork and grooves before progressing to movement-based across the floor exercises and ending with a choreographed combination in each class.

Hip Hop refers to dance styles normally performed to hip hop and pop music or that have evolved as part of the hip-hop culture. Originating in the 1970s, hip hop was made famous through the decades by street dancing, breakdancing, dance crews, music videos, and the media. Dancers will begin with a basic warm up, followed by both choreographed and free-styled progressions across the floor, and ending with the break down of hip hop choreography focusing on the basic fundamentals of street movement, style and musicality.

Contemporary and Lyrical combine the many technical elements of classical ballet with the style, fluidity, and expression of Jazz. Lyrical encourages dancers to connect to the lyrics, musicality, and emotion of each song while learning and executing proper technique. Contemporary offers all that a Lyrical class will but with more freedom and exploration of movement since it does not have to adhere to the specific rules of Lyrical, Jazz, or Ballet technique. Class will begin with a warm-up emphasizing the flexibility and strength needed for the proper technical execution of movements.

Jazz is an energetic form of dance focusing on technique, rhythm, isolations, lines, and movement. Class begins with a jazz warm-up developing flexibility, strength, and proper placement. Dancers will then work on jazz technique with various combinations of extensions, turns, and leaps across the floor before combining these technical elements with intricate movement and style in choreography. Jazz class focuses on proper jazz technique, terminology, and movement while exploring the numerous and varying styles of jazz from Classical to Contemporary Jazz.

Ballet is a classical form of dance that can be studied and mastered by itself or used as the technical foundation of all dance forms. Class will focus on overall body alignment, technical execution, terminology and knowledge of proper usage of the feet, legs and execution of turnout. Posture and placement of the upper torso and arms are also emphasized, using traditional barre work, across the floor progressions, and choreography. Dancers serious about their dance training should take as much ballet as your schedule will allow and stick with it throughout your dance training.

For students who wish to refine their skills or perfect a specific routine, we offer personalized private lessons with a faculty member of your choosing. These one-on-one sessions are available in all dance styles and can be booked for either 30-minute or 60-minute durations.

The Master Class Series features some of the hottest choreographers in the industry. These hour and a half classes are designed to give dancers the opportunity to work intimately with true master class teachers who are not typically accessible to the average dancer. These are unprecedented classes to help dancers elevate their skills.

Company Classes & Rehearsals (ages 9+): 2 Ballet, 1 Jazz, 1 Lyrical/Contemporary, 1 Technique, 1 class in a different style (hip hop, tap, heels, etc.), and a class in the style of any/all optional group pieces you choose to do. Dancers take a minimum of 7 hours of classes per week plus 1.5 hours of rehearsal on Thursdays.

Team Classes & Rehearsals (ages 9+): 2 Ballet, 1 Jazz, 1 Lyrical/Contemporary, 1 class in a different style (hip hop, tap, heels, etc.), and a class in the style of any/all optional group pieces you choose to do. Dancers take a minimum of 5 hours of classes per week plus 1.5 hours of rehearsal on Thursdays.

Mini Company Classes & Rehearsals (ages 5 – 9): 1 Ballet, 1 Jazz, 1 Lyrical/Contemporary, plus 1 class in the style of any optional group piece you choose to do. In other words, if you choose to participate in the Hip Hop group piece, you would have to take a Hip Hop class during the week. Dancers take a minimum of 3 hours of class per week plus 1.5 hours of rehearsals on Thursdays.

ADWV’s Boot Camps take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30p-9:30p and every Wednesday from 5:30p-7:30p all summer long! Our Tuesday and Thursday classes are taught at the intermediate and advanced levels while our Wednesday classes are taught at the beginning/intermediate level. This incredible class includes 3-4 full hours of stretching, conditioning, progressions, technique, choreography AND improv exercises catered to what the dancers request in each class! These classes are a great option for those interested in joining our Company!

The Academy of Dance Westlake Village offers a wide variety of Summer Dance Programs every summer season. This includes a 6 week Summer Class Session with classes for ages 2 to adult, beginner to professional level, in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Choreography, Dance History, Heels, Improv, Lyrical, and much more. They also offer TWO separate Princess Dance Camps for younger dancers and a Classic Dance Camp for versatile dancers ages 7+. For advanced training, there are TWO intensives: Ballet Intensive and the 5th annual Summer Intensive.

Our Summer Classes are the perfect solution! Starting on Monday July 14th, our 6 week Summer Class Session offers a condensed version of our Fall Class Schedule for dancers ages 2 to adult, beginner to advanced, Monday through Thursday! With classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz Funk, Tumbling and Hip-Hop, Technique, Acro, Improv, and, of course, our famous summer Boot Camp classes, our Summer Class Session is an incredible way to not only continue your dancer’s training but to do so in an intimate environment that allows the dancer to grow at an incredibly accelerated pace.

Our Summer Classes are the perfect solution! Starting on Monday July 11th, our 6 week Summer Class Session offers a condensed version of our Fall Class Schedule for dancers ages 2 to adult, beginner to advanced, Monday through Thursday! With classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theater, Lyrical, Pop Stars, Jazz Funk, Leaps & Turns, Acro, Tumbling & Hip Hop, Dance Team Technique Prep and, of course, our famous summer Boot Camp classes, our Summer Class Session is an incredible way to not only continue your dancer’s training but to do so in an intimate environment that allows the dancer to grow at an incredibly accelerated pace.

Do you have what it takes to be the next POP STAR?? ADWV thinks you do! And here is your chance to show us! Join us on a jazz funk frenzy through pop music and watch your dancer become the biggest pop star there ever was! If your dancer loves the music of artists like Lady Gaga, Pink, Katy Perry, or Christina Aguilera, this camp is for you!

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

Themed Summer Dance Camps to add a little excitement as we continue our training into the warm days of summer.

ADWV’s Boot Camps take place every Tuesday from 5:30p-9:30p for intermediate/advanced dancers ages 13+, every Wednesday from 5:30p-8:30p for beginner/intermediate dancers ages 9+ and Thursday from 5:30p-9:30p for intermediate dancers ages 11+ all summer long! These incredible classes include 3-4 full hours of stretching, conditioning, progressions, technique, choreography AND improv exercises catered to the needs of each individual dancers!

Step into the magical world of Oz at our Wicked-themed Dance Camp! Your magical dancers will have a blast learning dance moves inspired by their favorite characters from the beloved musical, while discovering the joy of musical theater and dance. From the enchanting Glinda to the misunderstood Elphaba, dancers will explore their magic in the styles of jazz, musical theater, contemporary, and more! They’ll create wickedly wonderful crafts and bring the spirit of Wicked to life. It’s a week full of creativity, fun, and a touch of magic – perfect for young dancers of all levels who want to dance like never before!

Dancers will work on technique, strength, flexibility, conditioning, picking up choreography and more throughout the week. This camp will include a plethora of dance classes including but not limited to Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Leaps & Turns, Musical Theatre and Jazz Funk! Dancers will spend the entire week broadening their education not only in the physical sense but also with seminars in dance history, nutrition, anatomy and more!

Get ready to dance, sing, and sparkle at our Trolls-themed Dance Camp! Inspired by the fun and vibrant world of the Trolls, your dancers will groove to upbeat songs, learn energetic dance routines, and explore their creativity with colorful crafts. From the cheerful Poppy to the cool Branch, campers will dance in styles like hip-hop, jazz, and tumbling, all while embracing the Trolls’ message of positivity, friendship, and self-expression. It’s a week of non-stop fun, music, and dancing – perfect for young dancers who want to bring the party to life!

Your week will be filled with palm trees, surfboards, seashells and sand in this beach-tastic camp! Our tropic travelers will enjoy classes in jazz, contemporary, hip hop, improv and more, dancers will leave everyday more excited than the next!

We are thrilled to be offering a plethora of dance camps for all ages this summer. Click the link above to find out about all of our camps, including of course our hugely popular Little Royals Dance Camp, formerly known as Princess Dance Camps! All of our summer dance camps for ages 3+ run from 9:15am – 1:15pm and all dance camps for ages 7+ and 9+ run from 9:00am – 2:00pm Monday through Friday. Each camp is themed with all classes, crafts, and lessons catering to that theme.

Does your dancer LOVE to dance and LOVE to dress up like royalty? If so, this is the perfect camp for you! At Little Royals Camp your dancer will get to experience Princess & Prince themed classes from 9:15am – 1:15pm Monday through Friday in Ballet, Hip Hop, Tumbling, Jazz and much more.

Our Summer Classes are the perfect solution for dancers looking to take their dancing to the next level. This session offers a condensed version of our Fall Class Schedule for dancers ages 2 to adult, beginner to advanced, Monday through Thursday. With classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz Funk, Tumbling and Hip-Hop, Technique, Acro, Improv, and, of course, our famous summer Boot Camp classes, our Summer Class Session is an incredible way to not only continue your dancer’s training but to do so in an intimate environment that allows the dancer to grow at an incredibly accelerated pace.

ADWV’s Boot Camps take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30p-9:30p and every Wednesday from 5:30p-7:30p all summer long! Our Tuesday and Thursday classes are taught at the intermediate and advanced levels while our Wednesday classes are taught at the beginning/intermediate level. This incredible class includes 3-4 full hours of stretching, conditioning, progressions, technique, choreography AND improv exercises catered to what the dancers request in each class! These classes are a great option for those interested in joining our Company!