Seaside Arts Center - Dance studio in San Diego, California
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Seaside Arts Center

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11130 East Ocean Air Drive

San Diego, California 92130

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 2:00 - 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 3:00 - 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 2:30 - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 2:30 - 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 2:30 - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
44 programs

About Seaside Arts Center

Nestled in beautiful San Diego, California, Seaside Arts Center offers a vibrant and diverse range of dance and artistic programs for all ages. This studio is dedicated to fostering creativity and passion, providing a nurturing environment for students to explore various dance styles. From the foundational grace of Ballet and the expressive flow of Contemporary to the energetic rhythms of Hip Hop, Jazz, and Tap, Seaside Arts Center provides comprehensive training. Their offerings extend to lively Zumba classes for a fun, fitness-focused experience, and the elegance of Ballroom dancing, encouraging connection and coordination. While specific instructor names and founding year were not detailed in the provided content, the studio emphasizes a holistic approach to arts education, likely encompassing programs for different age groups and skill levels. Seaside Arts Center stands as a key destination for dance enthusiasts in the San Diego community, aiming to inspire and cultivate the next generation of artists.

Styles offered at Seaside Arts Center

Programs from Seaside Arts Center

44 programs available

Classes

EC Jazz/Musical Theater

Early Childhood (EC) visual and performing arts classes encourage young children to express themselves in new ways, to understand and appreciate a variety of forms of art, and to develop their gross and fine motor skills through fun, structured activities. Is your little one always singing, dancing, and acting? Join our newest class, tailored specifically to students ages 3-5, to expand their skills with all their favorites! This class combines Jazz, acting, and singing, and is sure to get little ones moving with confidence.

Sewing

Students will discover their own artistic abilities by learning one of the oldest art forms in the world. They’ll explore different techniques of hand sewing and will have the opportunity to work with different textiles while learning to create and mend clothing. They’ll also explore fiber art through embroidery, and create a variety of projects utilizing skills gained in class.

Scuplture & 3D Art

Bring your imagination to life through hands-on 3-D art! Students will explore shape, texture, and form while experimenting with materials like clay, wire, and paper to create expressive sculptures. Along the way, they’ll build creativity, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills.

Art Adventures: The Next Level

Seaside Arts Center’s Visual Arts program provides a space for students to explore, develop, and express their ideas while learning various media, styles, and techniques. Classes feature paint, sculpture, textile weaving, assemblage, mixed media, (and more!), as they learn to express themselves and their own ideas through art and find inspiration from artists throughout history and the world. They’ll use their imaginations and create one-of-a-kind art works as they learn about color, shape, and more.

Budding Artists

Seaside Arts Center’s Visual Arts program provides a space for students to explore, develop, and express their ideas while learning various media, styles, and techniques. Classes feature paint, sculpture, textile weaving, assemblage, mixed media, (and more!), as they learn to express themselves and their own ideas through art and find inspiration from artists throughout history and the world. They’ll use their imaginations and create one-of-a-kind art works as they learn about color, shape, and more. Students will dive into the world of visual arts, exploring a wide array of mediums, including paint, sculpture, textile weaving, mixed media, (and more!), as they express themselves and their own ideas through art.

Disney’s Moana, Jr.!

Set sail on an unforgettable adventure across the great, wide ocean! Students will sing, dance, and act their way through the vibrant world of Disney’s Moana, Jr. , building confidence and teamwork along the way. Must be enrolled in another performing arts class at Seaside to participate.

Private Piano Lessons

Whether your child is a beginner or is improving their piano skills, we will use the Faber method to learn music reading, proper technique, and play various genres. Piano lessons build a strong musical foundation for advancing in piano or learning another instrument.

Private Voice Lessons

Voice lessons are tailored to your child’s skill level. Students will work on technique, including diction, breath, pitch, and tone, through engaging repertoire and technical exercises.

Singing 2

Students will discover their unique voices and the joy of singing in harmony in this fun, energetic ensemble class. Through vocal warm-ups, rhythm games, and teamwork, they’ll build confidence, listening skills, and strong musicianship. Inspire your new friends and be inspired in turn!

Singing & Rhythm 1

Students will discover their voices and the joy of making music together! Students explore vocalization and rhythm through fun warm-ups, instruments, and teamwork—building confidence, listening skills, and musicianship along the way.

Musical Theater 1

For students ages 6-9, who love singing, acting, and dancing, and want to learn more about the theater while expanding their skills. Class will take inspiration from some of the greatest children’s musicals.

EC Musical Theater

Is your little one always singing, dancing, and acting? This special class, tailored specifically for students ages 3-5, will expand their skills while taking inspiration from favorite stories like Moana, the Little Mermaid, Lilo & Stitch, and more. Young performers will dive into a world of imagination, music, and fun!

Disney’s Moana KIDS!

Set sail on an unforgettable adventure across the great, wide ocean! Students will sing, dance, and act their way through the vibrant world of Disney’s Moana KIDS , building confidence and teamwork along the way. Must be enrolled in another performing arts class at Seaside to participate.

Acting 1/2

This program is built upon the principles of PLAY, ENSEMBLE, and EMPATHY. Classes empower students to speak with full voices, stand confidently in front of others, and lead with a playful imagination, while also working within a collaborative ensemble. Acting classes explore ensemble building, spatial awareness, character development, and voice control.

Tap 3

Learn tap combinations from Broadway shows and increase your tap skills while doing it! This is the perfect class for anyone who loves to mix rhythm and style on the dance floor. Channel your inner Fred and Ginger!

Tap 2

Learn tap combinations from Broadway shows and increase your tap skills while doing it! This is the perfect class for anyone who loves to mix rhythm and style on the dance floor. Channel your inner Fred and Ginger!

Tap 1

Learn tap combinations from Broadway shows and increase your tap skills while doing it! This is the perfect class for anyone who loves to mix rhythm and style on the dance floor. Channel your inner Fred and Ginger!

Pre-Ballet with Tap

Learn tap combinations from Broadway shows and increase your tap skills while doing it! This is the perfect class for anyone who loves to mix rhythm and style on the dance floor. Channel your inner Fred and Ginger! Develop gross motor skills, musicality and rhythm while learning the basic structure and language of both a Ballet and Tap class. With a focus on personal expression and social emotional growth, student will develop confidence, compassion, and creativity.

Jazz/Musical Theater Dance 3

From box steps to Jazz walks and kick-ball-changes, learn the essentials every director will expect you to know and perform them with confidence!

Jazz/Musical Theater Dance 2

From box steps to Jazz walks and kick-ball-changes, learn the essentials every director will expect you to know and perform them with confidence!

Jazz/Musical Theater Dance 1

From box steps to Jazz walks and kick-ball-changes, learn the essentials every director will expect you to know and perform them with confidence!

EC Jazz/Musical Theater

From box steps to Jazz walks and kick-ball-changes, learn the essentials every director will expect you to know and perform them with confidence! Act and sing WHILE you dance to your favorite musical theater songs in this class that gives EC students a solid foundation for all musical theater parts.

Hip Hop 2

Get down to Hip Hop classics and music filled with positive messages. In Hip-Hop 1, dancers will learn Hip Hop grooves, the fundamentals of Hip Hop, and build their freestyle skills! Students gain confidence in their own personal style while learning an introduction to Hip Hop!

Hip Hop 1

Get down to Hip Hop classics and music filled with positive messages. In Hip-Hop 1, dancers will learn Hip Hop grooves, the fundamentals of Hip Hop, and build their freestyle skills! Students gain confidence in their own personal style while learning an introduction to Hip Hop!

Tiny Tots Hip Hop

Get down to Hip Hop classics and music filled with positive messages. In Hip-Hop 1, dancers will learn Hip Hop grooves, the fundamentals of Hip Hop, and build their freestyle skills! Students gain confidence in their own personal style while learning an introduction to Hip Hop!

Duncan Dance 3

In Isadora Duncan Dance, students learn Duncan’s choreography, technique, and history while developing their own artistry, choreography, and ability to speak about dance. Students learn and perform Isadora Duncan’s choreography, teach audiences about the history of the work and their own lineage within the Duncan legacy, and develop their own artistry and voice through dance. Performances feature historic modern dance as well as contemporary choreography, and choreography created by dancers.

Duncan Dance 1/2

In Isadora Duncan Dance, students learn Duncan’s choreography, technique, and history while developing their own artistry, choreography, and ability to speak about dance. Students learn and perform Isadora Duncan’s choreography, teach audiences about the history of the work and their own lineage within the Duncan legacy, and develop their own artistry and voice through dance. Performances feature historic modern dance as well as contemporary choreography, and choreography created by dancers.

Lyrical Dance 1/2

Lyrical Dance blends ballet and jazz technique to help students express emotion through fluid, storytelling movement. In this supportive, creativity-centered class, dancers build strength, flexibility, and musicality while learning to connect movement with feeling. Students gain confidence and artistry as they explore choreography that encourages both discipline and imagination.

Ballet 2 / 3

Seaside Arts Center’s Ballet program is designed to ground students in the technique, discipline, artistry, and history of Classical Ballet, while following a curriculum that safely and effectively teaches children to progress through the rigors of the art.

Ballet 1

Seaside Arts Center’s Ballet program is designed to ground students in the technique, discipline, artistry, and history of Classical Ballet, while following a curriculum that safely and effectively teaches children to progress through the rigors of the art.

Pre-Ballet with Tap

Learn tap combinations from Broadway shows and increase your tap skills while doing it! This is the perfect class for anyone who loves to mix rhythm and style on the dance floor. Channel your inner Fred and Ginger!

Seaside Children’s Dance Ensemble

These world-class dance artists are proficient in several styles of dance, including ballet and historical modern. Most unique, the dancers of SCDE specialize in performing and preserving historically relevant dance as a living and embodied practice, focusing particularly on the choreography of modern dance pioneer, Isadora Duncan.

ADVANCED TAP

Perfect for the well-seasoned tap dancer who is looking to push themselves in both skill and rhythm. Join a community of like-minded tap dancers and get in a great workout while doing it!

Thursdays 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
BROADWAY TAP

Experience the excitement of the stage as you learn dynamic tap routines inspired by Broadway classics. This upbeat class combines rhythm, style, and performance to keep you moving and smiling.

Wednesdays 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

Camps

Summer Camp

It’s Gonna Be Golden |Winter Break Camp

December 29 – January 2
Seaside Goes Wild! Thanksgiving Week Camp

November 24 – 26
Winter Break “It’s Gonna Be Golden” K-Pop Demon Hunters camp

Students will sing, dance, act, and create in a high-energy, musical theater and visual arts adventure, inspired by fearless K-pop heroes on a mission to save the day.

Seaside Goes Wild camp

Inspired by Tarzan and The Jungle Book , students will sing, dance, and act their way through the jungle in this adventurous, multi-arts experience.

Disney’s Descendants -themed camp

Students will sing, dance, and act to the music and stories of their favorite Villain Kids while discovering their own inner star.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Camp

Spring Break Camp

March 30 – April 3
Ski Week Camp

February 16 – 20
Heroes and Villains Veteran’s Day Camp


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Seaside Arts Center?

Call Seaside Arts Center at (858) 299-9038 or visit http://www.seasideartscenter.org/.

Does Seaside Arts Center have Saturday classes?

Yes, Seaside Arts Center is open Saturdays: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

What is the best way to contact Seaside Arts Center?

The quickest way is to call (858) 299-9038 or visit http://www.seasideartscenter.org/.

What city is Seaside Arts Center in?

Seaside Arts Center is in San Diego, California.

Does Seaside Arts Center offer morning classes?

Yes, Seaside Arts Center has morning availability. Monday: 2:00 - 7:00 PM, Tuesday: 3:00 - 7:00 PM, Wednesday: 2:30 - 7:00 PM, Thursday: 2:30 - 7:00 PM, Friday: 2:30 - 7:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM.