Wow! Love this new warm and cozy studio ! We took a salsa lesson and bought a package so will be…read morecoming weekly.

Wedding planning is stressful and learning our first dance was something my husband and I…read moreprocrastinated on until the MONTH before our wedding. He was tempted to just get up on stage and wing it, because we weren't sure we wanted another stressor before the wedding -- not only were we busy planning a wedding, but we also had limited time to learn said dance. We both had project go-lives (aka long hours) and work travel leading up to the wedding itself. I decided to call Bailey to set up an intro-lesson (couldn't hurt right?) and I'm so glad I did! To give you some context, our wedding was on October 3rd, I called Bailey on August 25th, and our first lesson was on Sept 1st. It helped that we knew from the get-go which song we wanted to dance to so we could hit the ground running. And after the first lesson, we were hooked and decided to get a five-class package to learn the dance and build confidence. My husband and I agreed that our lessons with Bailey were the highlight of our entire wedding planning process. We never expected it to be so much fun!! Bailey has a way of making you feel relaxed, building confidence quickly, and understanding what is possible based on your skill-sets and the time you have to learn the dance. She also has an eye for what looks beautiful and what moves might have the biggest impact (while still being attainable). We felt like the classes each week were so refreshing, a wonderful change-up to how chaotic the rest of our life was at the time! Instead of adding stress, it was actually stress-relieving (crazy I know!). We got many compliments on our dance on our wedding day (and it's definitely one of the proudest moments of our wedding -- conquering the first dance and making it out alive). We love watching the videos back and relishing in the feelings of it all. And I know this would not have been possible without Bailey. We really can't recommend Bailey enough - do yourself a favor and just book that intro class to start! Don't wait until the last minute like I did, but know that even if you do...the dance classes will be worth it, for the confidence and the memories!

Zumba class with Wendy is so fun! Highly recommend it and dancing with friends is especially great.read more

I've been taking classes at this studio since my student days, and it's been amazing to watch it…read moregrow over the years. The owner is not only a talented dancer and instructor, but also someone who genuinely cares about creating a welcoming community for students of all levels. Her K-pop choreography classes are always energetic, fun, and well-structured, and I've learned so much from them. What I appreciate most is the positive atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or have dance experience, everyone is encouraged to learn and improve without feeling intimidated. Running a dance studio is not easy, and I've seen firsthand how much passion, effort, and dedication goes into making every class enjoyable. I'm grateful to have been part of this community for so many years and highly recommend this studio to anyone looking for quality dance training and a supportive environment.

Pretty cool dance studio for those more serious dancers. Clean and well-lit. They have some very…read morespecialized classes where they create music videos. I would love to go again, but it's a bit pricey.

I took an adult intermediate ballet class with Yelena recently and she was great! Her teaching was…read moreoverall clear - she demonstrated the moves and would call them out as well while the music was playing - making it easy to follow for visual and verbal learners. She also pointed out how to better hold my posse on releve and attitude as well as tips on how to improve my overall balance. It's been over a decade since I danced so having an instructor make sure I have correct posture and positioning is important to prevent injuries. Yelena was also kind enough to encourage me after class was over. While I'm sad I'll be moving away in a couple of months, I'll enjoy her classes as well as any adult intermediate ballet classes with other instructors here while I'm still in the area!

On July 25, 2025, I brought my 4-year-old daughter to her 4:00 PM gymnastics class. We arrived at…read more3:59 PM and, as directed by the front desk, walked through the ballet room to get there. The ballet class was already past its scheduled end time, so we waited until the students finished before passing through. Halfway across the room, the ballet teacher suddenly began yelling at us aggressively. My daughter was terrified. I calmly asked her to lower her voice, but she continued screaming--following us into the gymnastics room in front of dozens of children. I have a heart condition and began feeling unwell from the stress, yet she would not stop. No staff intervened. I assumed the school would handle it properly, but I was wrong. Later, the owner defended the teacher, accused me of being a "criminal," and took zero responsibility. The real victims were my daughter and the many children who witnessed this unprovoked outburst. Parents should be aware of three serious concerns: 1. Poor safety - No security, unattended front desk, and children can easily wander outside to the street. I personally saw a 6-year-old disappear for 20 minutes. 2. Emotionally unstable ballet teacher - Multiple online reviews mention her history of yelling at kids when parents aren't present. 3. Unprofessional management - Canceled classes without notice, no accountability, and intimidation tactics from the owner, Serge. I regret not calling the police that day. If I had, maybe fewer children would be subjected to this behavior. Parents, please protect your children. A school should be a safe, nurturing place--not one where kids are traumatized and parents are threatened.

My daughter has been dancing for about 8 years and has left all other dance styles to peruse ballet…read moreexclusively. After leaving a couple places that she outgrew or weren't a good fit (and doing trial classes at many other studios in the area), we are SO grateful to have found this place. It took us awhile to discover since "ballet" isn't in the name, but we have been here over a year and my daughter's abilities have progressed wonderfully. The director, Miss Ashleigh, is kind, well organized, and she cares about then integrity of the school and the safety of the students. I cannot say enough good things about PDT!

Public Review Statements - Yelp/Google and Peer Hostility Context…read moreDate: August 05, 2025 Public Review for Yelp/Google: I attended private and group ballet sessions at Pasadena Dance Theatre (PDT) from October 2024 to April 2025. I am an educator and professional dancer with decades of experience, and I came seeking quality training. Unfortunately, what I encountered was a deeply troubling environment. The instructor I worked with, Julia Ortega, repeatedly failed to provide structured, technical ballet instruction during private sessions. Instead, she used the time I paid for, more than $6,500 total, to gossip about colleagues and other dancers. She also made repeated racially charged remarks, including derogatory comments about Black women such as Michelle Obama and me. One of the most dangerous incidents occurred when I was deliberately locked inside PDT's alarmed building. My shoes were moved to an office to make it appear I had left. This act placed me at physical risk, and when reported to the Pasadena Police Department, a report was taken without an arrest. I believe this reflects the broader racial bias and institutional neglect that occurred at PDT. I later learned internal staff dismissed my formal complaint with the note: 'Snooze and ignore.' Pattern of Peer Hostility and Complicity: There was a consistent atmosphere of peer hostility during classes. A woman named Kathy frequently belittled me, even announcing in front of others that fishnet tights are 'slutty', an apparent attempt to shame and humiliate. This behavior spanned years, including previous experiences at the Pasadena Conservatory of Dance. Despite my visible technical progress, regularly acknowledged by others, this hostility persisted and was ignored by instructors. Instructor Julia Ortega, instead of maintaining professional standards, appeared to absorb the toxic energy of the group. Her behavior toward me deteriorated, even though I was paying her for private sessions and supported her personally with gifts and supplements. She treated me with contempt and ultimately placed me in physical danger without remorse. PDT's leadership, including Ashleigh Doede, did not address any part of this misconduct, even when directly notified. Pasadena Dance Theatre may appear to offer professional training, but the experience I received was unsafe, unethical, and racially hostile. I do not recommend this school to anyone seeking legitimate ballet instruction or respectful treatment. The organization lacks the artistic integrity and human decency necessary to represent ballet as a fine art.

This is such a great dance studio, I don't usually leave 5-star yelp reviews but this is one of the…read morebest dance studios that i've been to. I also don't have any dance moves but JC and his wife make zumba easy, fun, and affordable. While others charge about $15-20 dollars per person per session, this dance studio only charges a fraction of that cost. For this reason, don't expect and super fancy dance studio however, do expect a good workout! JC is the person in charge and is not only genuine, but also very energetic and will motivate you to get your body moving and calories burning within seconds of walking in his studio. His wife is also an amazing person, they are both great and make an amazing couple as they put their hearts and soul into this dance studio. If you want and affordable and genuine experience, come here. If you want to pay extra and have people judge you, then go somewhere else. Come with a positive attitude and leave with the urge to come back!

Love it here, been coming for years.. everyone is friendly and always welcoming. Juan Carlos is an…read moreamazing instructor with a flair for making each person feel at home and at ease with learning something new. He caters to all young old, all levels and races. Just a great place to workout while having a great time.

I've been coming here for 5 classes now. I'm completely new to aerial, but I already see so much…read moreimprovement in just 5 classes. Each class is a little different, and I definitely recommend "shopping around" to see which instructor you prefer the most. For most of my classes I've been with Veronica on Sundays, and it has been such an amazing experience. Firstly, I was consistent for 3 weeks, then took a 5 month hiatus. Veronica remembered me instantly when I returned. Secondly, she's always looking out to make sure I'm safe whenever I'm doing anything. She's incredibly patient ensuring that I'm doing the form correctly and very knowledgeable in avoiding any potential mistakes or problems. Finally, she's aware of my own personal level and experience- she knows when to push me to try and do a little more. Finally this space is such a vibe! The ambiance truly enhances the experience and has so much character and charm.

i've taken a couple classes and the instructors are so great and patient! obsessed with how…read morethorough and intentional the class was from the warm up, conditioning, and how it ties into the sequence. rating would have been higher if the air conditioning was working! all the times i've been were a little uncomfortable with how hot and stuffy it was on the inside. will definitely come back once the cooling situation is resolved!

Why didn't I take that class before?! Mindy is a very clear and effective instructor. I took the…read morefoot-care class and not only did I get results right away, I learned exercises I can do easily everyday, some while working. Mindy provided all the explanations on not just how, but why, which made the whole class so much more useful and effective than what you typically find online. It made it much easier to figure what I need to do on an ongoing basis. She communicates well and is very responsive, so it was all very easy. I strongly recommend her.

I had a pleasure of attending Mindy Krasner's Posture Workshop and I have to say, it was the best…read morething I could have done for myself that week, month and even year!!! It was not just "correcting your posture tips", but full-on experience of building your body back to wholeness, literally from ground up. For sure, none of the physical therapy sessions, that I've experienced before, compare to her methods. What an amazing experience... I'm definitely looking forward to attending her future workshops! Thank you, Mindy!!!