What Makes This Program Different: - This is not a recreational after-school dance class. - The Friday Featured Ballet Program is designed for children who are ready for more structure, clearer instruction, and measurable progress. In this program, students work on: - Ballet posture and alignment - Strength, flexibility, and coordination - Turns, jumps, and controlled movement - Focus, discipline, and classroom confidence Our approach emphasizes efficient, thoughtful training that helps dancers progress without excessive hours. Complimentary Placement Trial For families seeking structured, academy-level dance training, we offer a free placement trial for this program. What Parents Get: - One complimentary structured class - Teacher observation during class - A placement recommendation based on readiness and level Placement trials are offered for evaluation purposes and do not guarantee enrollment. At YAYA, we don’t sell classes — we place students. Who This Program Is For This program is ideal for: - Children ages 6–9 with an interest in ballet - Beginner to developing dancers Families who value: - Small class sizes - Clear instruction and correction - Long-term development over casual participation Who This Program Is Not For: This program may not be the right fit for families seeking: - Drop-in or flexible attendance - One-time or recreational-only classes - Unstructured or play-based dance activities Our training is intentional and placement-based. - Placement & Enrollment Process - Because class sizes are limited, placement is required. Families who request placement will: - Attend a complimentary placement trial - Receive instructor feedback and recommendations - Be guided into the appropriate class structure Enrollment is offered based on placement and availability. Placement Trial Fee & Enrollment Credit - $10 Placement Trial Fee (The $10 placement trial fee covers instruction and evaluation during the session.) Placement is based on observation; enrollment is not guaranteed. Families who choose to enroll after placement receive a $50 enrollment credit, applied toward the registration fee for regularly running classes. What to Expect on Trial Day: - Please arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in - Comfortable dance attire is recommended - Ballet shoes are encouraged if available (not required) Placement is based on observation; enrollment is not guaranteed. You will receive follow-up communication after the trial with placement recommendations and next steps. Ready to Request Placement? Spots are limited due to small class sizes and focused instruction. 👉 Request Placement for the Friday Featured Ballet Program About YAYA Dance Academy YAYA Dance Academy is a professional academy-style dance school dedicated to helping young dancers build strong foundations in technique, artistry, and performance. With campuses in City of Industry, Irvine, and Torrance, YDA offers a structured training environment led by world-class instructors with extensive performance and teaching experience. At YDA, we focus on: - Professional training and technique - Small class sizes for focused instruction - Prestigious performance and competition opportunities - Customized choreography and smarter training, not longer hours Through disciplined, high-quality instruction, YDA helps students develop not only as dancers but as confident, expressive individuals. Our mission is to nurture each student’s potential while fostering creativity and personal growth.