New Students
Contact Lois Ellyn Ballet Studio to find the right ballet class for your first visit. Email loisellynballetstudio@gmail.com, and we’ll help you choose a class that matches your age, experience, and ballet level.
In addition, you may call the studio at (714) 526-3862 and leave a message. We check phone messages once a day. However, for the quickest response, we recommend contacting the studio by email
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ounded in 1956, Lois Ellyn Ballet Studio has provided classical ballet training in Fullerton and Orange County for generations. Today, we proudly continue Lois Ellyn’s legacy as Orange County’s oldest ballet school. We offer ballet classes in Fullerton for kids, teens, and adults at every experience level.
Whether students are discovering ballet for the first time or pursuing advanced training, they can find a class that fits their goals. For example, young dancers can begin with Pre-Ballet and beginner ballet classes. As they progress, students can advance to intermediate ballet, pointe, advanced classes, and pre-professional ballet training.
Our children’s ballet classes in Fullerton help young dancers develop strong classical technique, coordination, musicality, artistry, and confidence. In addition, our experienced instructors help each student build a strong ballet foundation while encouraging individual growth. Through consistent training, dancers develop the skills, discipline, and confidence needed to progress.
Conveniently located in Fullerton, California, Lois Ellyn Ballet Studio welcomes dancers from throughout Orange County. Above all, we remain committed to high-quality classical ballet instruction and the teaching traditions established by Lois Ellyn. From beginner ballet through advanced and pre-professional training, we provide a supportive environment where dancers can strengthen their technique, develop their artistry, and build a lifelong appreciation for ballet.
Our Mission
Our mission is twofold. First, we provide high-quality ballet instruction that helps students become confident, well-rounded, and technically strong dancers. Second, we create professional-quality performance opportunities that allow dancers throughout Orange County to bring their training from the classroom to the stage. Through expert instruction, regular rehearsals, and stage experience, students strengthen their technique, discipline, artistry, and confidence. We foster a welcoming and supportive environment where every dancer can grow and develop a lifelong love of ballet.
Ballet School Class Schedule
| Pre-Ballet | Class | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Pre-Ballet | 3:30 – 4:14 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Ballet I | Class | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Ballet I | 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Friday | Ballet I | 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Ballet II | Class | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Ballet II | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Thursday | Ballet II | 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Friday | Ballet II / III | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Ballet III / Pre Pointe | Class | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | Ballet II / III | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Wednesday | Pre Pointe / Ballet III | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | Teresa Dietrich |
| Monday | Pre Pointe / Pointe | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Jana Watkins |
Class Descriptions
Age categories are guidelines only. Dancers are placed according to their skill level.Young dancers learn simple ballet exercises at the barre and across the floor while developing coordination, musicality, muscle memory, and proper technique. Creative games and improvisational dancing encourage self-expression, movement, and a love of ballet.
Students continue building their ballet technique through exercises at the barre and in the center. Dance combinations strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, develop coordination, and build memory. Students also begin learning the skills and artistry needed to prepare for stage performances.
Students progress through more advanced ballet exercises at the barre, in the center, and across the floor. Classes build balance, core strength, flexibility, and coordination while introducing longer dance combinations. Students also develop musicality, artistry, and expression as they strengthen their classical ballet technique.
Students advance their ballet technique through more complex combinations, including multiple pirouettes, batterie, and turns and jumps across the floor. Classes also strengthen musicality and artistic expression while encouraging dancers to develop confidence and individuality in their movement.
Students build the core, foot, and ankle strength needed to prepare for pointe work. Dancers must demonstrate proper alignment, strength, and correct form on relevé before progressing to pointe class.
Students begin with warm-up and barre exercises on pointe, progressing from two-foot relevés to one-foot exercises. They develop their skills through basic to intermediate pointe combinations in the center and across the floor, with a strong focus on proper technique, smooth transitions, musicality, and artistic expression.
Dress Code
Ballet leotard and pink or flesh-tone Ballet tights.
Dancers are permitted to wear skirts or leotards with attached skirts if wished.
Pink or flesh-tone ballet soft shoes are always required, or you will not be allowed to dance for safety reasons.
Hair secured in a neat and durable bun, or hair up and out of the face if hair is too short.
Boys: Black tights, athletic shorts or pants, and a fitted shirt with soft ballet shoes.
No street clothes are allowed. Warm-ups are permitted if the weather is cold, and the teacher permits.
Ballet leotard and pink or flesh-tone ballet tights.
Pink or flesh-tone ballet soft shoes are always required, or you will not be allowed to dance for safety reasons.
Hair secured in a neat and durable bun, or hair up and out of the face if hair is too short.
Boys: Black tights, athletic shorts or pants, and a fitted shirt with soft black ballet shoes.
No street clothes are allowed.
Dancers are not allowed to wear ballet skirts or shorts in this class so we can properly correct their technique.
Boys: Black tights, athletic shorts or pants, and a fitted shirt with soft ballet shoes.
No street clothes are allowed. Warm-ups are permitted if the weather is cold, and the teacher permits.
Ballet leotard and pink or flesh-tone ballet tights.Pink or flesh-tone ballet soft shoes are always required, or you will not be allowed to dance for safety reasons.
Hair secured in a neat and durable bun, or hair up and out of the face if hair is too short.
Boys: Black tights, athletic shorts or pants, and a fitted shirt with soft black ballet shoes.
No street clothes are allowed.
Dancers may wear ballet skirts. No shorts in this class so we can properly correct their technique.
Boys: Black tights, athletic shorts or pants, and a fitted shirt with soft ballet shoes.
No street clothes are allowed. Warm-ups are permitted if the weather is cold, and the teacher permits.
Ballet leotard and pink or flesh-tone ballet tights.
Ballet shoes are always required or you will not be allowed to dance for safety reasons.
Hair secured in a neat and durable bun or hair up and out of the face.
Dancers are not allowed to wear ballet skirts, shorts, or warm-ups in this class so we can properly correct their technique.
Boys: Black tights, athletic shorts or pants, and a fitted shirt with soft ballet shoes.
No street clothes are allowed. Warm-ups are permitted if the weather is cold, and the teacher permits.
Physical Cueing
Dance instruction may include respectful, appropriate physical cueing to help dancers understand proper alignment, placement, and muscle engagement necessary for safe and effective technique. If you prefer not to receive hands-on corrections, please notify the studio in writing and remind your instructor before class. We are happy to provide verbal or visual corrections instead to help ensure a comfortable, positive, and supportive learning environment.
Studio Etiquette
We ask all students, parents, and guardians to help us maintain a respectful, positive, and focused studio environment. Students of all ages are expected to listen to their instructor, remain attentive during class, follow directions, and avoid unnecessary talking or behavior that may distract others.
Students should treat their instructors, fellow dancers, staff, and studio facilities with respect and courtesy at all times. We encourage an environment where dancers of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and experience levels feel welcome and supported. Bullying, harassment, disruptive behavior, or disrespect toward others will not be tolerated.