Lisa is a great teacher. She emphasizes the fundamentals, the PROCESS of dance. She schedules 1 performance every 2 years, as she seeks to share her knowledge with dancers who love the PROCESS of learning. This is a magical studio. A place I look forward to the 'highlight of my week' I love the music, the commitment of her dancers, and a peaceful view of the 101 traffic. As in most youth sports, sometimes a child decides they don' t like the sport. Don't force them! Finish up the season/ month/ etc. And try something new! Each child must find their own path, and as a parent in the Conejo Valley, you should introduce your child to the Cuizon Ballet Centre. read more

I am very impressed with the quality of training at Cuizon. My daughters have been there less than a year but have grown tremendously in that short time. My daughter tried a class at another studio in the area but said Lisa was much better. She truly appreciates the discipline and rigorous environment that Lisa cultivates here. read more

It has now been close to 20 years since I started with Lisa!. It is rare to find a ballet teacher who not only has a professional background, but can also translate that extensive knowledge in a way that makes sense. She is passionate and 100% invested--giving her full attention and individualized feedback. Lisa is not just a teacher, but also an inspirational, wise, committed mentor. You will grow leaps and bounds in this studio (as a ballet student and even in other areas of your life)! read more

I started with Lisa about 6 years ago , and I am so thankful I got to learn Balanchine technique from her. She only accepts the best from you, and pushes you to be the best dancer you can be. She has taught me that whatever you set your mind, your energy, and your time to, you can accomplish anything. I am truly grateful to have met both Lisa and Scott! Highly recommend this studio! read more

Cuizon Ballet Centre is the finest ballet studio in the area! After much research, this studio was the right place to learn, grow, and develop the proper dancing skills! Lisa is a passionate, dedicated teacher and mentor, showcasing heart, discipline, care, and structure for all her students. Her extensive background as a Professional Ballet Dancer translates directly into the studio, and the profound education she provides to her students is transformative. The tools you will gain from her group classes, intensives, or privates will advance you in your dance journey. Whatever your status or experience is in the dance world, Lisa will provide you with a foundation for success! If you want to gain the core teachings of ballet and are willing to work hard, this is the studio for you. The experience I have received at Cuizon Ballet Centre is invaluable, and I look forward to many more years ahead with Lisa! read more

My daughter has been at Cuizon for about 9 months. IMHO it is the best ballet school in the area. The level of training is EXCEPTIONAL! Lisa (owner and instructor) is passionate, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable - you can feel and see that she is invested wholeheartedly in the success of her students. The lineup of other instructors at the studio is wonderful too. My daughter has literally grown "leaps and bounds" here. Students are friendly and helpful - definitely a non-competitive environment in which to learn. Highly recommend!!! read more

I have been taking ballet from Lisa for 12 years and she has changed my life. She is a rare find: she is deeply invested in her students and has a true gift of being able to translate her experience and knowledge in a way that resonates with students' bodies. For EACH individual, she can pinpoint exactly which area of the body to focus on at any point in time. I've seen phenomenal changes in the students that come to her studio. It's so refreshing to find someone who is conscientious, professional, and dedicated. Lisa is 100% invested in her teaching--and it shows! She is a mentor to her students; I have learned so much from her--not just about ballet--but also about myself. I feel so lucky to have found her! read more

Lisa Cuizon is not only an amazing teacher, but an amazing human. She truly cares about each of her students, and has a gift for bringing out the best in each student (not her favorite students, but all students). Lisa improved my technique in a way that no other teacher has done. She is a Balanchine trained dancer who is able to communicate her knowledge in a way that I can understand and incorporate into my dancing. I have seen her younger students (young teens) come from other studios and improve their technique immensely with Lisa's instruction. I highly recommend this studio to anybody who is serious about becoming the best ballet dancer they can be. read more

I danced with Lisa as a child before this studio ever opened. I trained with her for years after. She is an experienced ballerina and instructor in the Balanchine technique. She provides detailed corrections and will prepare you for a career in ballet if you choose. She provides the experience and instruction you would need to make it in the ballet world. Additionally, at CBC she brings in other amazing instructors who provide invaluable instruction. To this day, I still dance with Lisa and take adult ballet. It is great for technique, stress relief, fun and a great work out!! I'd recommend CBC to anyone I know!! read more

Lisa has been a critical aspect to my dance career and a wonderful mentor in my life. I came to Cuizon Ballet Centre very late in high school and she got me very quickly into shape for college auditions. Without her, I'm not sure that I ever would have been able to attend a prestigious dance program. She is encouraging and inspiring and it is always in her best interest to guide dancers in a positive direction. If you are serious about pursuing dance, Lisa is the one to learn from! read more

My daughter came to Cuizon Ballet Centre 2 years ago and it has transformed her life. She loves the seriousness and actual ballet training she receives from Lisa. Lisa pushes them to be the best they can be. Her attention to detail and corrections have made my daughter strive to be her best and she absolutely loves it. I am so thankful we found Cuizon Ballet Centre! read more

Cuizon Ballet Centre has greatly changed my life from the moment I walked in. I have been training with Lisa for almost four years now and cannot put into words how much she has done for me. I have been doing ballet since I was two years old and have been to just about every studio in LA. It wasn't until I found Cuizon that I was truly able to take my ballet training to the next level. Before Cuizon, I had received little attention at other schools and always felt like a little fish in a big sea. I struggled with confidence in my dancing as I felt I wasn't really improving without any personalized attention. I still remember walking into Cuizon for the first time and being absolutely blown away with the way the girls could dance. It was obvious that every girl in the room had been trained in such a personalized, effective, and professional manner. I remember dreaming that one day I could dance the way they could and thinking this dream would never become a reality. Four years later, I could not be happier with the way my dancing has evolved and flourished. Cuizon Ballet Centre does not just provide incomparable ballet training but teaches life lessons, including the importance of persistence, determination, and willpower. I can honestly say that if it weren't for this studio and Lisa's incredible training, I would not be the person or the dancer I am today. read more

I am excited about my children beginning a second year under the careful training and guidance of Lisa Cuizon. My kids joined the studio in September of 2013, and the transformation in the development of their anatomy is remarkable! Lisa focuses her instruction on the proper placement of the body and engagement of the proper muscle groups, as well as explaining *why* certain muscles are used in ballet to hold positions and provide strength. And strength is one quality her dancers have--the pilates mat training the students engage in almost guarantee core strength. I love that Lisa is so passionate about dance, so much so that she wants her students to experience what she experienced as a dancer. I appreciate her attention to detail, the high-caliber instruction, the highly qualified guest-teacher roster, Lisa's beautiful choreography, and how she regards her students as worthy of the best instruction. read more

Very weak teaching, no potential for growth and development. If you are serious about dance avoid this school! Wow, here's another review of Lisa on yelp they don't show up front! Jessa B. Thousand Oaks, CA 2 reviews 2/22/2011 Lisa is a horrible witch. No two ways about it. I suffered through her phycological beatings for 3 years, from the age of 12 to 15. Not only was my body in bad shape, bad back, bad knees and horrid ankles but it took me years to get over the mental effect she had on me. I didn't trust another female dance teacher until I was 18. Even now, (at 20) I have trouble with it. I started dancing with her because I was serious about it and really wanted to move forward. She brainwashed my mother into thinking her training was the only good training in the area. All I got out of it was being convinced I was lazy, inefficient, and a horrible student. She continually got frustrated with me and often I would make up excuses NOT to go to class. After years of working several hours a day 6 days a week and being homeschooled so I could take private lessons I had yet to really improve. At 15 I was struggling with double pirrouetts. Although my body has healed with some major chiropractic work, I still struggle with thoughts of being lazy and not good enough. This isn't an inspiring atmosphere. It's a torture chamber. Save yourself, and for goodness sake save your teenage daughters. High school is tough enough without Lisa on your back too. read more

I've been training at Cuizon ballet centre for the past 6 years! Lisa is by far the most incredible teacher I have ever had. She has immense compassion and love for teaching her students and really conducts a positive working and learning environment for all students. Now I'm in college and I can proudly say my time spent with Lisa has fully prepared me for the life of a college dance major. I would absolutely recommend trying classes at Cuizon ballet centre! read more

My daughter studied dance at popular local studios, but found herself needing a stronger ballet technique in order to improve in all the styles of dance. Lisa, the owner taught her more than ballet - she's way so in tune with her body overall. Lisa has a lot to offer if you are willing to put in the work. There's a lot of girls out there who get lost in the shuffle and realize they need to be have a solid dance foundation too late. My daughter was in classes with dancers of various ages and did not have the goal of having a career in ballet. She was able to learn in a comfortable and positive environment and apply her knowledge to all types of dance. The classes weren't geared towards the end of year performances/recitals. Lisa, the owner will help you find out if her studio is the right fit. We were thrilled and especially Lisa's care and dedication to help her reach her goals. Although becoming a professional ballerina was not my daughter's goal, she was able reach her potential and enjoy the benefits of a professional ballet teacher! read more

It was because we saw such an extraordinary transformation, through video posts on instagram, of our good friend's daughter's progression at Cuizon, that we decided to give it a try. And now our entire family, but mostly, the dancer in our family, is beyond grateful to Lisa Cuizon and her husband Scott for the 2 years she's had of their thoughtful, rigorous, professional, and compassionate approach to training. We have belonged to 3 ballet studios in the area, and Cuizon is our true home. Lisa focuses on the fundamentals. The skills our daughter is gaining: creative, physical, artistic ... are wonderful to behold. But. It is important to note that they extend far beyond the studio. To give you one of many examples, when struggling with school last year, I asked my daughter: how will you handle the workload you have next semester? And she replied: "Simple. Lisa taught me what to do. She taught me how to focus my mind. It happened in class last week. I can focus my mind on a single point in my body, and when I'm focused I have complete control. That's what I need to do to improve my grades." When I first called Cuizon to set up a trial class, Lisa warned me that she demands a lot of her students. Lisa's studio is not conducive to socializing, and therefore there is no drama. I really appreciated that, and my daughter does too. The students are there to work hard and learn. It's not about glitter and glitz. It's a 'real' ballet / modern dance school, and if your son or daughter is willing to be trained and to take on creative input, the dividends will pay off for a lifetime. We feel so happy to have found this rare Ventura County resource. No wonder so many of Lisa's students are able to leave our small town and swim with the big fish in the world of dance. Bravo, and thank you, Lisa and Scott. read more

My daughter left her first class saying that it was the best class she's had in many years! Going on her 4th year now at Cuizon, she feels a special connection between her and Mrs. Lisa which helps her to continue to grow under Lisa's unbelievable knowledge and dedication to her students. My daughter absolutely loves Cuizon Ballet Centre! read more

Lisa is a great teacher, strict and compassionate. Many kids won't like what they are learning till they become good at it. My son trained with Lisa for 6 years and grew love for ballet under her guidance. read more