About Golden State Ballet Academy

The Golden State Ballet Academy in San Diego is a renowned ballet institution that has consistently impressed with its outstanding Nutcracker performances at the Civic Theater. The academy's dedicated instructors, led by owners Raul and Cindy, provide exceptional training and a nurturing environment that fosters technical excellence and artistic growth in their students. The studio offers a diverse range of classes, catering to dancers of all levels and genres, with a warm and supportive atmosphere that has earned it a reputation as the best ballet academy in the area.

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Apr 2026
High-quality, amazing studio! The staff is incredible, dancers always wearing smiles on their faces, and just an overall extraordinary ballet academy! Raul & Cindy are so personable, caring, and talented! Ms. Beatrice is a phenomenal teacher - students & parents love her! Joel's communications are above & beyond - absolutely grateful for the details and humor.

We came to the studio through word of mouth and we had been to the Nutcracker Performance by this academy before - it captured our hearts. Now we see firsthand the beautiful experience and confidence you instill in dancers. Thank you GSBA for your dedication to the arts - you make a difference in our young...read full review
Jan 2026
My daughter has been attending Golden State Ballet Academy for almost a year. The group lessons are high-quality, and all teachers are very professional and encouraging. My daughter feels seen and supported at each class. She especially likes Mr. Raul’s teaching style and his lessons on various ballet turns. She enjoyed dancing on stage with her peers during her first Nutcracker season. She also cherished the time spent learning from the company's professional dancers, as she danced with them on stage. Thanks to Golden State for providing such fantastic opportunities to its students!
Jan 2026
We’ve had such a great experience with Golden State Ballet Academy over the past nearly four years. My daughter is almost 8, and it’s been amazing to see how much she’s grown as a dancer and in her confidence. Performing in The Nutcracker—a truly professional production—at the San Diego Civic Theatre has been such a special moment for her each time she’s participated. The teachers, owners and staff are incredibly hardworking and hands-on, and it really shows in the experience they create for the dancers.