Lilian Dance Academy · Est. 2012
Cultivating Dance Enthusiasts in the Bay Area
We are committed to nurturing dance enthusiasts and fostering a love for the art of movement in the Bay Area community.
Welcome
Where Tradition Meets Expression
Founded in 2012, Lilian Dance Academy has been a home for aspiring dancers across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our philosophy is simple: educate through dance, inspire through art.
From classical ballet and traditional Chinese dance to contemporary, jazz, and K-Pop, we offer professional training tailored to every age and skill level — from our youngest performers to adult enthusiasts.
Our Programs
Find Your Rhythm
Whether you're looking to ignite a new passion or nurture young talent, we have a path for you.
Adult Programs
12 dance styles · quarterly terms
Chinese Dance, Ballet, Shen Yun, Sword Dance, Jazz, K-POP, Ballroom, Latin, Yoga, Zumba, Modeling — rediscover your body and confidence through movement.
Children's & Youth
9 programs · Spring semester
Chinese Dance, Ballet, Technique & Skill, K-POP & Hip-Hop, Lyrical & Contemporary, Jazz, Acro, Modeling, and our elite Competition Team.
Summer Intensive Camp
6 weeks · June 29 – Aug 7
Ballet, Chinese Dance, Contemporary, K-Pop, plus flexibility & conditioning — six unforgettable weeks of creativity, friendship, and dance.
Enrollment
Ready to Start Dancing?
Enroll in a quarterly or semester program, drop in for a single class, or register for Summer Camp 2026.
Quarter Term
Adult Programs
Spring Quarter · Apr 1 – Jun 30, 2026
Per quarter · 12–13 sessions
- ✓11 weekly class times across 5 dance styles
- ✓Chinese Dance, Ballet, Shen Yun, Sword, Jazz
- ✓Drop-in option: $45/class
Semester Term
Children's & Youth
Spring Semester · Jan 5 – May 31, 2026
Per semester · 19–21 sessions
- ✓Performance & Ballet Basic Training
- ✓3 levels: Ages 3.5-5, 6-8, 8-11
- ✓Drop-in: $50/hr or $65/1.5hr
Weekly Camp
Summer Intensive Camp 2026
6 Weeks · Jun 29 – Aug 7, 2026
Save $100/week from your 2nd week!
- ✓Full-day, half-day & drop-in options
- ✓Ballet, Chinese Dance, Contemporary, K-Pop
- ✓Half-day: $380 ·Drop-in: $90–$160
Questions before enrolling?
Chat with us — we're happy to help you find the right class.
Founded
2012
Over a decade of excellence
Meet Our Founder
Lilian Li
With over a decade of experience training dancers across the Bay Area, Lilian Li brings a passion for classical Chinese dance traditions and a deep commitment to artistic education.
Her philosophy — educate through dance, inspire through art — has guided hundreds of students, from first-time beginners to elite competition team members.
Performances
Capturing the Movement: Our Dance Gallery
Dive into a visual symphony of grace and energy with snapshots of our vibrant dance community in action.
