Cerrito Dance Arts Center

About Cerrito Dance Arts Center

Cerrito Dance Arts Center, located in El Cerrito, California, is a distinguished institution celebrating over 50 years of dedication to the art of dance. The studio fosters a vibrant environment for students of all ages to cultivate self-esteem, confidence, and creative potential through movement. Offering a diverse range of dance programs, Cerrito Dance Arts Center emphasizes a strong foundation in various disciplines within a positive, non-competitive approach that challenges students with age-appropriate skills. The esteemed faculty includes Director Maryse Young, who also teaches Ballet and Tap, alongside Ariana Gray, specializing in Hip Hop, Broadway Jazz, and Lyrical, and Becca McLachlan, who teaches Ballet, Contemporary Jazz, and Lyrical. Other contributing instructors include Miya Schroth and Casey Cavanaugh. The studio offers classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Hip Hop. Cerrito Dance Arts Center adheres to specific dress code requirements for proper technique and safety, with class schedules aligning with the West Contra Costa County School District's vacation calendar. This long-standing commitment to quality education, coupled with an experienced teaching staff, makes Cerrito Dance Arts Center a vibrant hub for aspiring dancers, nurturing artistic development and a love for movement in the El Cerrito community.

Styles offered at Cerrito Dance Arts Center