City Ballet School

City Ballet School was founded in 1992 by internationally renowned ballet artists Steven and Elizabeth Wistrich from San Diego, California. As San Diego's premier ballet school, the school has a global reputation for excellence in ballet training. City Ballet School offers international-caliber ballet training for adults, children, and pre-professionals. The school's directors deliver ballet instruction and education year-round. Special programming, such as Master Classes from top ballet artists, is also available. A 3-week Adult Intensive program concludes with a studio performance. The school teaches the fundamentals of various classical styles to produce students who are well-rounded and versatile. The school evaluates each student’s physical readiness for the demands of their level. The school emphasizes injury prevention during training. As students move up the ranks, their flexibility, strength, and stamina increase. Students are prepared with the skills and tools they need to succeed in the dance industry today. The school hires ballet dancers with professional experience as instructors. Instructors are highly skilled professionals who have devoted their lives to ballet. The school community is enriched by the individual talents of each instructor. The school's passion and professionalism motivate students of all ages, from 4-year-olds to adults. The entire campus creates a nurturing environment where students are inspired to give their best in every class.