Los Ayres Dance Studios

it’s time for readers to know the ACTUAL truth about this school. As a former student that danced here for years of my life, I’m more qualified than most of the other reviewers (with the exception of the past dancer that gave a great review as well) to do so. Ballet is one of the most difficult things that you will ever train your body to do, both physically and mentally. if you want your children to do something easy and fun then do not send them to a ballet school because if the teacher cares about them or dance at all, she will push them and mold them and challenge them and it won’t be fun all the time and it will never be easy, but it will be the most amazing and memorable experience that will affect your drive and work ethic in life. I am so blessed to have been trained by Judi Byfield, whom if I may brag about her a little, danced and taught at the prestigious San Francisco Ballet, trained an Olympic Gold Medalist and a former Woman of the year, and has maintained her studio for more than 5 decades. There has never been a student that walked through those doors and was taught by Ms. Judi that didn’t walk out the best possible dancer she could be. I could go on for pages, but I’ll speak more about the overall experience. Moms and Dads I highly recommend this school because all of the girls that dance here are shown to be supportive of one another and they truly love Ms. Judi. If you watch any of these dance shows you will see that most of these parents get upset with the instructor because of what they feel their child should be showcased as or how they feel the class or school should be ran, but if you pay close attention you’ll see that the children just want to dance and love each other as well as their instructor. Your child will be trained to be a champion and their confidence will be apparent in everything that they do. Thanks to Ms. Judi Several girls went on to dance with the top ballet companies in the world (including the Russian Ballet), attended Ivy League schools, and I went on to become a professional actress. I have appeared in national commercials, television shows and films. I would not be where I am without Ms. Judi’s instruction and now my daughter dances at Los Ayres, she is 6 years old but is dancing at an advanced level. I honestly would not have her anywhere else. No matter where you place your child be certain it is with an instructor that is passionate, skilled, and authentic. You get all of that and more at Los Ayres!

My daughter needs the discipline and dedication that Los Ayres provides. Yes other school may have more of a free atmosphere to me they aren’t taught half as well as Miss Judi can. My daughter has gone here for the past 4 years and her aunt danced here for many years. I have a deep level of respect for the principles that this school has. If you want crappy classes and a teacher who is there because she is paid to be then those other schools are great, but if you want you child to have true direction and passionate teachers then come to Los Ayres.

I get nostalgic driving by this school!
From the age of 5 thru 10 I spent Tuesday nights, I think it was, at Los Ayres.
My mom indulged in the idea of all things classical; like ballet, piano and violin. All of which she had us learn and one point in time. I love her for it.
I hated and loved class! It was work, but fun! As colored belts in karate, pre-​ballet students transition from ballet slippers to toe shoes and its a huge accomplishment.
The teachers at Los Ares, were great and accommodating. Ballet taught me balance, poise and class! Even at that early age, I still remember.
We had a recital every June to showcase all that we learned and this started my joy of performing!
When I have a daughter one day, I’d love for her to learn dance.
I remember thinking how cool it was that Kristi Yamaguchi went to Los Ayres! Her portrait was hung in the hall.
I’m glad Los Ayres is still around :)