Small-group classes for kids focusing on technique, confidence, and fun, with performance opportunities.
Classes for adults of all skill levels, including pointe work, to improve fitness, flexibility, and artistic expression.
Regular recitals with real costumes and choreography, allowing students to showcase their skills.
One-on-one instruction tailored to individual goals, from beginners to advanced dancers.
Ballet-based workouts that combine strength, cardio, and flexibility for overall health.
Theresa’s incredibly nurturing and masterful teaching is literally changing my life. Within a week of starting ballet again after 35 years, I was dancing on pointe. I have never danced at this level before and I’m in my 50s. Ballet is the right combo of strength, cardio and flexibility, the perfect exercise I need at this time in my life. Theresa is my guide to higher levels of artistic expression, joy and seriously amazing fitness—lost multiple pounds of fat and gained muscle quickly, dancing is so easy and addictive bc of her joy, sparkly fun and authentic, caring encouragement. Pointe is TOTALLY doable for older women, try it!!! It is really rare to find a gifted teacher like this. She is an absolute gift.
Theresa is the best! Such a fabulous mentor for our daughter. She teaches kids real ballet and is so kind, approachable, and fun. The recitals (we've done 3 so far, in our 18 months at the studio) have all been adorable delights with real costumes and choreography. We could not be more thrilled!
Theresa is a wonderful and attentive teacher who is very invested in her students and passionate about dance. My daughter has been taking ballet with Theresa for 1 yr. She loves going to ballet class and I've seen her confidence grow so much. She's making friendships and it's nice for her to be a part of this little art community. I like the small class sizes and the opportunity for kids to do performances.
Our kiddo has been taking ballet lessons here for the last 9mo. She absolutely loves going every week and has learned so much. Theresa is a joy to interact with - you can tell how passionate she is about what she does - and she is super responsive, kind, and communicates very well. We recommend Black Box Studios every chance we get.
I have three kids learning ballet with Theresa at BlackBox Studios. Theresa has been very welcoming, supportive, and encouraging since day one. My kids are learning to move their bodies, they are acquiring confidence and above all, they are learning to love the art of dance. We have enjoyed ballet so much that it has encouraged me to sign up for the adult class... We are fortunate to have found BlackBox Studios!!

Where passion meets pointe—inspiring dancers of all ages with expert ballet instruction in Oakland.
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BlackBox Studios is a premier ballet and dance studio in Oakland, CA, offering expert instruction for children and adults in a supportive, nurturing environment. Led by passionate teacher Theresa, we provide small class sizes, real ballet techniques, and performance opportunities that build confidence, fitness, and a love for dance. From beginner kids' classes to adult pointe work, our studio fosters an artistic community where every dancer can thrive and grow.
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