Business Details
Premier Dance Studio in Oxnard, CA
Premier Dance Studio has been cultivating a passion for the performing arts in Oxnard since its founding. Our students develop enduring friendships while gaining physical, intellectual, social, artistic, and emotional benefits through dance education. Under the leadership of Director Monica Galindo Thompson, a San Francisco Ballet alumna with over 20 years of experience, we provide professional instruction across multiple disciplines including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary styles. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature specialized dance floors that reduce fatigue and prevent injury, while our structured programs eliminate parental obligations through professional costume management and video monitoring systems.With small class sizes accommodating ages 2 and up, we maintain a nurturing environment where students thrive artistically and personally. Our graduates have achieved remarkable growth, with many advancing to competitive dance teams and professional training opportunities.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Dance
Hip-Hop Instruction
Tap Dance
Lyrical Jazz
Contemporary Dance
Mommy & Me
Preschool Programs
Summer Camps
Competition Team
Highlights and features
- We offer highly qualified instructors with professional performance backgrounds
- Our specialized dance floors reduce fatigue and prevent injury
- Hassle-free recitals with professional costume management
- Video monitoring systems for parent observation
- On-site dance wear retail for student convenience
What people say
Amazing instructors
Patient and professional
Confidence growth
Positive environment
Professional costume management
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through structured training. Students learn proper alignment, musicality, and performance quality while building foundational dance skills. Classes emphasize safe progression through recognized ballet syllabi, preparing students for both recreational enjoyment and professional aspirations.
Competition Team
The Premier Dance Team offers advanced training for dedicated students seeking competitive performance opportunities. Participants receive elite choreography instruction and travel to national competitions while developing teamwork and stage presence. Auditions ensure proper skill level placement for this intensive program.
Preschool Programs
Designed for ages 2-5, our preschool dance classes introduce fundamental movement concepts through playful exploration. Instructors use imaginative activities to develop coordination, rhythm, and social skills while fostering a love for dance in a supportive environment.
Summer Dance Camp
Our summer program provides immersive dance training with specialized workshops and master classes. Students engage in multiple dance styles daily while preparing for performance showcases. The camp includes guest instructors and special events to enhance technical and artistic development.
Mommy & Me Classes
These interactive classes create bonding opportunities through creative movement activities for parents and children. Structured exercises develop motor skills and musical awareness while introducing basic dance concepts in a fun, social setting for early learners.
People
Monica Galindo Thompson
Director
San Francisco Ballet-trained director with 20+ years experience. Recipient of El Concilio Latino Cultural Arts honor. Combines professional expertise with community commitment to develop well-rounded dancers.
Gianna Thompson
Instructor
Teaching since childhood with Disneyland performance experience. Specializes in creative movement instruction and dance leadership development through competitive team mentorship.
Marni King
Choreographer
Award-winning instructor with professional credits spanning television, film, and live performances. Expertise in tap technique and competition team preparation with multiple national award-winning ensembles.
Valeree Young
Choreographer
Industry professional with global tour experience. Brings expertise from working with top entertainers to develop technically proficient and artistically expressive students.
Caitlin Griffith
Instructor
Specializes in Irish dance and contemporary styles. Combines competition experience with teaching expertise to develop versatile performers across multiple dance disciplines.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, lyrical jazz, contemporary, and Mommy & Me classes with specialized preschool programs and competitive team options.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Annual recitals, holiday performances, and competition team events provide regular showcase opportunities for students at various skill levels.
How do recitals work?
Professional costume management eliminates volunteer obligations. Video monitoring allows parent observation without backstage interference during performances.
What age groups do you serve?
Our programs accommodate students starting at age 2 through adult classes, with specialized curricula for preschoolers, children, teens, and competitive dancers.
How can my child join the competition team?
Auditions held annually in June determine team placement. Participants receive elite training and travel opportunities to national competitions and industry events.
