10 dance studios in Bakersfield, CA offer kids programs in ballet, hip hop, tap, jazz, lyrical, acro/tumbling, contemporary, and modern. Among the highest rated are DANCENATION (4.8★) and Linda Larma & Daughters Academy (4.6★), though the best fit always depends on your child's age, goals, and schedule.
Of the 10 studios in Bakersfield, 3 run recreational programs — the low-pressure route for kids who want dance as a fun weekly activity. 7 offer both tracks, which makes it easy to start recreational and step up later.
For the youngest dancers, 9 of Bakersfield's studios offer creative movement or preschool programs, so kids as young as 2 or 3 can start with music, rhythm, and basic coordination before moving into ballet, tap, or hip hop around ages 4 to 6.
Before enrolling in Bakersfield, ask studios the unglamorous questions: what's the full cost with costumes and recital fees, how large are classes, what happens if your child wants to switch styles mid-year, and can you watch or trial a class first. Studios that answer these easily tend to be the well-run ones.
1612 Art St Suite C, Bakersfield, CA 93312
★ 4.8 (25 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
12748 Jomani Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312
★ 4.6 (16 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro/Tumbling
4716 District Blvd, Bakersfield, CA 93313
★ 4.5 (19 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
7840 Brimhall Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308
★ 4.5
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern
3622 Allen Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93314
★ 4.5 (187 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical
13125 Rosedale Hwy Ste 101, Bakersfield, CA 93314
★ 4.4 (20 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Modern
4401 Ride St, Bakersfield, CA 93313
★ 4.4 (47 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical
5415 Woodmere Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93313
★ 4.2 (5 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop
7430 District Blvd, Bakersfield, CA 93313
★ 4 (4 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
5010 Young St, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical
Studios in Bakersfield currently offer ballet, hip hop, tap, jazz, lyrical, acro/tumbling, contemporary, and modern. Several also field competitive teams alongside recreational classes. Availability shifts by season and enrollment, so check each studio's listing for current programs.
KidsDanceMap lists 10 kids dance studios in Bakersfield across 5 ZIP codes, including DANCENATION (4.8★) and Linda Larma & Daughters Academy (4.6★). Availability shifts by season, so check each listing for current schedules.
By published ratings, DANCENATION leads at 4.8★, followed by Linda Larma & Daughters Academy at 4.6★. "Best" still depends on your child — a 5-star competitive studio may be the wrong fit for a 4-year-old beginner, so match the studio's focus to your child's age and goals.
Creative movement and preschool classes at 9 Bakersfield studios welcome dancers as young as 2 or 3. Structured ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop typically start around ages 4 to 7.
Yes — 3 studios in Bakersfield run recreational programs designed for kids with no dance experience. Look for classes labeled beginner, introductory, creative movement, or preschool dance, and ask about trial classes before committing.
If a studio is missing or information needs to be updated, contact KidsDanceMap with the studio name, city, website, class styles, and age groups served.