About Carlsbad Performing Arts Academy

Carlsbad Performing Arts Academy (CPAA) is a highly recommended dance studio known for its supportive and positive environment. Families have praised the studio for its exceptional technical training, inspiring instructors, and strong communication. Students experience significant growth, both in dance skills and self-esteem, with many parents noting their children’s transformations from shy to confident performers. The dedicated team, including the founder, creates a nurturing atmosphere where students thrive and form lasting friendships. CPAA is recognized for its balance of professionalism, kindness, and a fun culture, making it a cherished second home for many young dancers.

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Jun 2026
Amazing I love it teslin is so fun to dance with and ms Makenna is a amaze teacher
May 2026
This place seems to be popular with parents willing to spend for kids' extra curricular activities.
Dec 2024
I have 4 daughters at CPAA. We joined shortly after moving to the area almost 2 years ago. My girls are in the theatre academy, rec dance classes, and one dances on the competition team, so we have experience in multiple offerings. We have done the theatre camps, theatre productions, dance camps, and recital, and every experience has been amazing. There hasn't been a teacher that we haven't loved, and we've worked with most of them! ;) We have been a part of two other studios prior to CPAA. The first was very small, and felt like a family. We moved out of state and our next one had three locations, over 3,000 students, and it felt impersonal and simply like a business....read full review