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Classes in Acting, Modeling, TV & Theater

Acting Academy for Kids
Located in San Juan Capistrano
Training The Next Generation Of Talented Actors

Television, film and theatre program that offers a series of classes devoted to the education, skills and resources needed to thrive as a working actor. Offering workshops, group lessons, special programs and private lessons in acting and voice. Different programs are available for kids ages 6-11 and teens ages 12-17.

The Center Stage Studio
Aliso Viejo

CSS is a premiere Children's Theater Company specializing in musical theater productions, year round camps and musical theater birthday parties! Center Stage Studio students & campers get to act, sing and dance on stage as well as explore the magical world of stage through theater games, improvisation and costuming. Everyone gets a part & a spot in a big dance number! No experience required you just have to have fun!

Located at 27101 Aliso Creek Road Suite 116
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Performer’s Academy

Theater and dance workshops available for children and teens.

Classes include Scene Study, Film Workshops, Musical Theatre, Comedy, Singing/Voice, Baby Ballet & Hip Hop.

949-609-1600

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Art Classes

Kids Art
Mission Viejo & Yorba Linda

Painting and drawing are taught in a classical, realistic program for Ages 4 - teens and adults. Special weeklong summer workshops specialize in teaching cartooning, animé, figure drawing, portraiture, clay sculpture, and more! Year-round classes give complete individualized instruction within small groups, creating an atmosphere of learning and excitement for each student. Orange County studios are in Yorba Linda and Mission Viejo.
Free introductory class!

Mary's Art & Music Classes
San Clemente

Your child will paint along with the instructor and COMPLETE A PAINTING in 2 sessions! Classes are offered at Sidestreet Gallery - a beautiful studio that is personable and filled with the camaraderie of the other students. Classes offered in all subject matters- landscapes, seascapes, florals, portraits, all styles! Beginning Guitar lessons are also offered at the studio.

LOCA Art Escapes Workshop
Laguna Beach

Third Thursday of each month
7-9:30 p.m

Third Thursdays every month discover the artist in yourself with art workshops provided by LOCA. "Watercolor Journaling with Anne Weiler."

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Dance Instruction & Studios

Freckled Frog Learning Center
A place where your child's imagination can soar!

Offering classes from preschool to teens. Parent and Me Tap classes (ages 2-4), 'Princess Dance' where your child can dress up and dance like a princess (ages 3-5) and ballet, tap, hip hop dance, jazz and cheer classes. Adult Classes in Beginning Ballroom, Beginning Salsa, Beginning West Coast Swing, Country Line dancing, Country Western Two Step are also available.

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Music Lessons

Freckled Frog Learning Center
A place where your child's imagination can soar!

This is an age-appropriate children's music program for infants, toddlers and preschool children. Students are introduced to popular folk tunes, lullabies and nursery rhymes, as well as famous classical excerpts. Your child will explore all kinds of musical instruments while dancing, singing, touching and playing live instruments. Also offering private and group lessons in Piano, Guitar and Violin.

Mary's Art & Music Classes
San Clemente

Beginning Guitar lessons are Sidestreet Gallery in San Clemente - a beautiful studio that is personable and filled with the camaraderie of the other students. Learn to read music, read TAB and play your favorite songs. All music is included.

Piano and Beyond
Professional in-home tutor for classical piano/cultural arts in Irvine, Newport Beach & Surrounding areas.

Focusing upon quality of education and musical growth with significant time taken with all students to foster and develop a lifelong love of music. These hand-tailored private piano lessons are taught by a highly experienced, classically trained teacher/pianist, mentor and story-teller.

Virtuoso Music
Music Lessons in your Home!

We provide in-home music lessons, performance opportunities, and community services in all major instruments and voice. More than just lessons, we bring the music community to you. Most of our instructors have at least a Bachelor's degree in music, and all have real-world experience teaching in a one-on-one environment.

Young Musicians Chamber Music
Where student musicians gather!

YMCM is a chamber music program for devoted student musicians who wish to enrich his or her music experience by playing with others in a professional setting. This four month, audition based program with several rehearsal locations include Yorba Linda, Diamond Bar, Chino Hills, Walnut, Fullerton, and more. YMCM is currently recruiting musicians to form new groups and scholarships are available!

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Foreign Language Classes

Lango
Hola, Bonjour, Ni Hao! Welcome to Lango!

Lango Irvine is a full-immersion foreign language program that teaches Spanish, French and Mandarin to young children ages 0-12 throughout the Irvine area! Classes, taught by native speaking teachers, are 45-minutes in length and offered in small group settings of 5-10 students. Language immersion Summer Camps are also available for 4-12 year olds.

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Science Programs

Inside the Outdoors

Inside the Outdoors® is Orange County Department of Education’s environmental education program and has been providing hands-on, interactive outdoor experiences for Southern California students since 1974. We are passionate about sharing the love of nature and science with students. We offer full and half day field trip programs to educate students from Kindergarten to 7th grade at 13 different sites around Orange County. Our Traveling Scientist programs bring hands-on science education into the classroom. We also offer week long programs for 5th and 6th graders at 6 different Outdoor Science School sites in the San Bernardino mountains. Inside the Outdoors school programs are aligned with the California Science and Social Science Content Standards, providing optimal connectivity with what your students are learning in the classroom.
(714) 708-3885

Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Located in Trabuco Canyon

Starr Ranch Sanctuary offers educational and research opportunities for ages 7 and up through their Ecology Programs, Starr Ranch Junior Biologists, Ranch Research, Family Nature Workshops, and Starr Ranch Bird Observatory.

For more information on programs and how to schedule a group call Sandy at 949-858-0309

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Tutoring - School, Homework & College Prep

Armenta Learning Academy

Armenta Learning Academy offers K-12 tutorial programs for all subjects, levels and grades. They are open 7 days a week from 8 am to 8 pm for tutoring, home schooling, independent study, test preparation and more. Instructors can come to your home or site of your choice, or you can visit their facility in Laguna Niguel for individualized and specialized instructions for your academic needs.

College Materials

College Materials, provides the knowledge and guidance necessary to make students competitive applicants. Our services are for students in grades 8-12 and include:
. . .- College Identification
. . .- Assessment of academic and career goals
. . .- College Counseling and Application Assistance
. . .- College Essay Help and Personal Statement Consulting
. . .- Guidance on how to develop a competitive resume
. . .- Academic Program Recommendations
. . .- Course selection

. . .- Overview of college requirements and expectations

We also offer services for transfer students, parent workshops, and College Application Workshops

The Princeton Review

The Princeton Review helps students, parents, and educators achieve the best outcomes at all stages of their educational careers. It all starts with a single premise: Everyone is entitled to the best education.

Through years of research they've learned to use practice and preparation to help students improve their performance. The Review's Test Preparation Division helps a wide variety of students prepare and practice for major moments in their educational lives including the PSAT, SAT, ACT and Graduate School Exams.

SCORE! Educational Centers

At SCORE! we assess childrens' strengths and areas of challenge to address specific academic goals in reading, writing, math and more. Academic Directors - graduates of the nation's top universities - serve as positive role models and help students improve confidence and motivation. Step through our doors and you'll see the SCORE! difference: kids love to learn in our unique, vibrant environment.

We have a variety of SCORE! locations throughout Orange County, call 949-653-7787 to find a SCORE! center near you, or visit our website.

Vital Link Career Exploration Institute
Careers by Choice, Not Chance

Don’t let your student play the Career Guessing Game! The Career Exploration Institute inspires students to academic achievement and career decision making by providing exposure to a variety of career options through a guided, self-discovery Career Exploration - College and Career Planning Program.

The 11 day summer program provides students with comprehensive career assessment and exploration experiences, workplace and leadership skills development, connections with business role models and mentors, individualized and interactive curriculum, and College and Career Planning. The Career Exploration Institute will help Students Connect to Their Future.

Call today at (949) 646-2520

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Equestrian Training

Bridges Training Stable

Experience the wonderful world of horses through Bridges Training Stable Equestrian Training Center! We are a full spectrum riding school and training facility dedicated to the complete education of Rider and Horse. With a professional staff of 4 instructors, 3 trainers and 24 school horses, we are ready to help you set your goals and see you through! Check out our website to see about our lessons, training, camps, clinics, competitions, working student program, leases and our fantastic 10 level Horsemaster’s program!

26282 Oso Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Ivy Gate Farm

An elite hunter jumper training facility dedicated to the goal-oriented rider. Specializing in hunters, jumpers, equitation and sales; Ivy Gate offers a full range of training services catering to all levels from beginner to advanced, competing at shows or riding for pleasure. Devoted to ensuring each and every rider at Ivy Gate accomplishes their personal goals through creating a focused, yet relaxed training environment.

28411 San Juan Creek Road
San Juan Capistrano, 92675

Jennifer Meyer Hunters & Jumpers
San Juan Capistrano

Providing training & riding in a small and personal environment where both horse and rider can have a positive and enjoyable experience where one can achieve their goals whether it be showing and improving on the A Circuit or riding safely for recreation. All training programs are adapted to each horse and rider for the purposes of challenging and building confidence so that each student can realize their full potential. Full training includes three lessons per week and two trainer rides.

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Golf Lessons

El Toro Golf Course
The best kept secret in Orange County - Course now open to the public!

Would you like to improve your game? El Toro has professional golfers to help you lower your scores. Talk to them about bringing your skills up to par. Golf Professionals are available for lessons for individual or groups.

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Martial Arts / Tae Kwon Do & Judo

Orange County Kodokan Judo & Kickboxing
Cypress

Martial Arts Studio offering Judo classes for both adults and children, as well as Fitness Kickboxing and Kickboxing/MMA classes. Their head instructor is an Olympian who believes not only in teaching the physical aspect of sports but also the discipline, confidence and respect that is needed to be successful in life.

Tae Kwon Do Jang
San Juan Capistrano

Tae Kwon Do Jang is one of the most outstanding and fastest growing Tae Kwon Do schools in Orange County. Located in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, the school is owned and operated by international medallist, Master Sergio Cardenas. Master Cardenas offers to his students more than 17 years experience in the martial arts. They offer a full range of classes for beginners to black belts also providing instruction for individuals as well as families, ages 3 and up.

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Skateboard Lessons

Etnies Skate Park
Lake Forest

Designed for all ages, these lessons can help develop the skills needed to succeed on your skateboard. Beginning, intermediate and private classes are available. Taught by experienced riders who are capable of showing beginning riders where to start and showing advanced riders new tricks such as switch stance and pool coping grinds. Availability is limited. Full protective gear consisting of a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads are required.

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Surfing Lessons

South County Adventure Tours
Group and private lessons.

Offering a knowledgeable local touch to specific points of interest with a great time in mind, providing great guides, and personal attention. Having grown up in Southern California, your instructors and guides know the ideal locations for your surfing ability and are able to cater to any skill level - advanced or beginner.

Soul Surfing School
Laguna Beach

A Laguna Beach Surfing school whose goal is to teach their students about the wonderful world of surfing. Their teaching curriculum has been designed by ocean safety experts to give students a full understanding of the sport of surfing. Their team of CPR certified instructors are lifeguards, surf coaches, and ocean enthusiasts who are focused on making your lesson a success. All equipment (new soft top surfboards, wet suits, rash guards) are provided.

Year round private lessons and small clinics are available and they also provide Summer Surf Clinics for Kids.

Walking on Water Surf Camp - La Jolla

La Jolla Surf Camp presenting a unique opportunity to enjoy the awesome sport of surfing in a fun and fulfilling Christian environment. Walking on Water has been running overnight surf camps in San Diego since the summer of 1995. Their camps are open for male and female students between the ages of 11-14 and 15-18.

A typical day at Walking on Water Surf Camp includes the following: breakfast in cafeteria, morning Bible study, bus ride to the beach, surfing, lunch at the beach, more surfing, bus ride back to campus, rest time, dinner, small group time with counselor, recreational activities, nightly singing and guest speaker, hang out time, and bed time.

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Classes for Adults

 

Dance Lessons

Esteban Conde Dance Instruction
Learn How to Dance Today - private and group dance lessons in Orange County

Full time professional Dancer Esteban is a certified instructor, who specializes in Latin Dances, Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha, Argentine Tango, Ballroom and more. Recognized as one of the best salsa dancers in the nation and known for his fun and interactive private and group classes.

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Hair & Makeup Classes

Bridal Photographic Makeup Workshop - by AFB Productions
Designed for the Bride or Bridesmaid 2B

This is not your department store makeover! Learn to apply your own makeup in a fun and supportive environment for your wedding and other special occasions. Whether you have a flair for makeup or are clueless, this workshop will help you gain the confidence you need to apply your own makeup like a pro! A small investment that will save you money and last a lifetime! Bridal makeup workshops are 3 hours in length and are limited to 6 participants per workshop. Workshops include supplies, a demo, and hands-on. We also offer private instruction and bridal party workshops. For detailed information contact Alicia via email

The Right Hair - Professional Hair Extensions
Mission Viejo

Hair Extension Specialist certified in 5 techniques. Classes consists of Sewing and Braiding Wefts, Micro-linking tracts, Clip on’s, Micro beading individual strands, Individual fusion bonding and removal, Hair placement, Care guide, Buying hair & Matching and blending. Classes include start up kit and lunch.

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Photography Classes

Photography Workshops with Mark Robert Halper

Mark Robert Halper currently offers a three day intensive called Photographing People for Publication out of his Los Angeles studio. These workshops are offered about three times a year and tend to fill up a couple of months in advance. Mark is passionate about everything he does. A commercial photographer for over fifteen years, Mark has built a successful career in a very competitive field by bringing a consistent vision to a very diverse client base that includes corporate, advertising, editorial and entertainment. He thrives on the variety in the projects he tackles. Mark has been an instructor at the Santa Fe Workshops. the Julia Dean Workshops and at UCLA Extension.

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Skin Care & Massage Training & Workshops

Art Face Beauty Productions & Massage

Art Face Beauty Productions is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education approved provider.

Continuing education workshops for massage, skin care, & holistic health professionals - choose from:
Spa Savvy 101
Healing Hot Stone Massage
Raindrop Therapy for Relaxation
Reiki I, II, & III
Crystals & Vibrational Therapy
Cupping Technique for the Bodyworker
Face Fitness Massage
Camera Ready Bridal Makeup For Estheticians

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