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South Coast Performing Arts in Tustin, CA, offers top-tier dance training for ages 2-18 in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and more. Join our award-winning studio and ignite your passion for dance today! We are a family-run dance studio in Tustin, CA. We offer Jazz, Acro, Hip Hop, Tap & Ballet classes for dancers aged 2-18. The studio features 5 dance rooms, a lobby, a kitchen, and a dancers' lounge. Our faculty are a wonderful group of professionals, who teach so that they can share their joy and love of dance with your children. Come in for a complimentary class and find your love for dance! WHAT WE OFFER Highest quality dance instruction for children All faculty are CPR certified and Background Checked Competition opportunities for beginning to advanced dancers Strong community presence after 20 years of dancing in Tustin! Claim Your FREE TRIAL! RECREATIONAL DANCE Does your little one love to dance? We offer weekly classes in Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, & Jazz. LEARN MORE > COMPETITION DANCE Join one of our award winning competition programs. We have opportunities for dancers of all levels. Audition Required LEARN MORE > BALLET PROGRAM Classical and Contemporary Ballet Instruction by Lovett Dance Center LEARN MORE > SUMMER DANCE CAMPS Spend summer break learning some new dance moves! Sign up for summer camps today! LEARN MORE >

All levels are welcome on our award winning competition teams. Whether beginning or advanced, we have a dance team for you. Competitive Teams Competition Team Communication Hub At South Coast, we have competition teams that range from beginning to advanced dancers. If your dancer loves being on stage and wants an opportunity to shine, please reach out for more information! Join The Team Rubber Duckies Performing Group Shooting Stars Company Rubber Duckies gives dancers, between the ages of 3-7 years old, a chance to take class and work on choreography throughout the year. In addition, they attend 2 competitions and perform in our Holiday Show and annual June recital. Performing Group is for dancers who wish to increase their training and participate in a competitive venue. These dancers train 3-5 hours per week and compete at 2 competitions plus our Holiday Show and our Annual June Recital. Learn More Our Shooting Stars team highlights dancers who are dedicated to the sport and who have goals of joining our Company Program in the future. These dancers take 4-6 hours of training per week, compete at 4 competitions, and participate in our annual Holiday Show & recital in June. The South Coast Company is for select, dedicated dancers ready to commit to a 5-10-hour training schedule (dependent upon age.) They compete at 5 competitions a year, attend conventions, and perform in our annual Holiday Show and June Recital. Company team placements take place in June. Contact our competitive Director, Jessica Parr, for more information.

Discover South Coast Performing Arts’ 1-day AND 6-week dance workshops in Tustin, CA! Perfect for dancers of all levels, our specialty sessions focus on specific styles—helping students build technique, confidence, and artistry in a fun, supportive environment. Workshops

Discover top-rated dance classes in Tustin, CA, at South Coast Performing Arts! From ballet to hip-hop, jazz, and tumbling, we offer expert instruction for ages 2-18. Enroll today! Dance Classes Click for a Free Trial! Looking for the best dance classes in Tustin, CA? South Coast Performing Arts offers expert training for dancers ages 2-18 in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, contemporary, and tumbling. Our kids' dance classes provide a welcoming environment where students of all levels can build confidence, skill, and a love for movement. Whether you're just starting or advancing your technique, our flexible class options make it easy to find the perfect fit. Join our top-rated performing arts studio and discover the joy of dance today! Now enrolling. Classes are filling quickly ! Fall Enrollment 2025

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Dance Scholarship Opportunities At South Coast Performing Arts, we are proud to offer scholarship programs that open doors for passionate and dedicated young dancers. Whether you are seeking support based on financial need or excellence in the arts, we are here to nurture your journey. For more information or assistance with the scholarship process, please contact stacey@southcoastperformingarts.com . We’re excited to welcome and support our next generation of artists! Talia Serra Bradley Memorial Scholarship The Talia Serra Bradley Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to help families continue their dance education journey. Our goal is to impact as many dancers as possible each season, with a base award of $500 per dancer for the August–June season. Award Criteria Must have completed at least one year of prior dance training. Ages 5–18. Must have a strong attendance record, demonstrate talent, promise, and dedication. Family must demonstrate financial need. Students must be positive role models within the SCPA community. Scholarship recipients participate in group dances only (no solos, duos, or trios). Must volunteer 1–3 hours weekly assisting in classes (ages 11+); parents assist at events if dancer is too young. Recital, costume, and competition fees are not included. How to Apply Complete the Application Form, Parent Statement, and Student Profile Form. Submit by June 1st. Applications must be complete with all required financial documentation to be considered. Merit Based Scholarship This award honors dancers who excel artistically, academically, and as leaders within their community. Winner: $1,000 scholarship Two Finalists: $250 scholarship each Award Criteria Applicants are evaluated across three main categories: Artistic Merit • Leadership • Academic Achievement Application Components: 3-minute solo dance video (one continuous take, any style) Resume (Dance Training, Performance, Leadership, Awards) 500-word Essay: “What impact has dance had on your life, and how do you plan to use this influence to impact others?” Leadership and Choreography Experience Current GPA (3.0 minimum) with transcript Recommendation Letter from a current teacher Two photos (1 headshot, 1 action dance photo) How to Apply Submit all materials by June 1st, 2025. Community Scholarship SCPA is proud to offer one full scholarship to a student from each of our local participating schools for the 2025–2026 dance season! What’s Included 100% tuition for one weekly dance class (August–June) 20% OFF dancewear in our in-studio shop 20% OFF recital costumes and tickets A full season of creativity, growth, and connection! Who Is This Scholarship For? Each recipient will be a student who: Demonstrates kindness and respect toward others Shows focus and responsibility in school Has financial need that may otherwise limit access to extracurricular activities How Are Students Selected? Scholarship recipients will be chosen by school administration at each participating campus and announced by September 1, 2025.

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< Back Stacey Serra Hammond Owner Stacey started dancing at the age of 10; it has been a significant part of her life ever since. Her background in dance includes being captain of the UC Davis dance team as well as their Administrative Assistant. Through those roles, Stacey earned experience in Marketing & Promotions, Creating Databases, Development and Organization of events. Stacey has a B.A. in Psychology and Sociology from the University of California, Davis. Over the past several years, Stacey has continued to learn about business and life through one of her passions, travel. While volunteering for a program in New Zealand, she had the opportunity to help recruit new volunteers and began learning website design and internet marketing. Even though she is always looking for new challenges and adventures,Stacey finds comfort in knowing that her SCPA Family is always waiting for her return. stacey@southcoastperformingarts.com

< Back Tasha Skipps Faculty: Hip Hop Tasha discovered her love for dance at a young age, growing up immersed in the arts with a passion for dancing, singing, and acting. While all three brought her joy, it was dance that truly captured her heart. Over the years, Tasha has trained in a variety of dance styles, and her dedication has been recognized with several awards and honors. She had the privilege of attending a summer program at the Joffrey Ballet, where she focused on jazz and contemporary dance, and was invited to continue her training with their trainee program. In addition to performing, Tasha has had the opportunity to model for dance catalogs, further expanding her experience in the industry. Now, with over a decade of teaching experience, Tasha is grateful to be part of the SCPA team, where she shares her love for dance with students and contributes to the day-to-day operations. Whether she’s teaching, helping with office tasks, or supporting her fellow faculty and students, she strives to bring calm and positivity to everything she does. Tasha is proud to be part of a community that fosters growth and creativity. tasha@southcoastperformingarts.com

< Back Megan Anderson Faculty: Contemporary Megan grew up in Orange County and currently resides in Mission Viejo, California. She trained as a competitive dancer at SCPA for 8 years. For the past year, she has been training in Azuki Umeda’s contemporary training program called AU.THENTICITY. She specializes in Contemporary but is also trained in Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Ballet, Conditioning, and Technique. On top of her love for dance, she also has a passion for weight lifting and train several times a week. Megan believes it is important to implement cross training in her classes because it helps the dancers connect their mind to muscles, furthering and strengthening their overall technique.

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