About Us

DC Dance LA

For over 29 years, DC Dance LA has been helping students, as young as 3 through to professional, develop the skills, discipline, and artistry to be successful in dance and life. Led by Diane Collins with her team of world-class teachers and choreographers, DC strives to inspire and motivate students to grow and become the best dancers they can be in a creative and nurturing environment. DC offers a wide range of dance styles: Classical Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Contemporary, Sculpting, Conditioning and Professional classes.

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DC Dance LA's Studio Space

In 2021 DC moved into an 4,000 square foot studio in Culver City. Our main room, the Garage studio, is 3,600 sq. ft, our outdoor patio is 1,200 sq. ft, and our loft studio is a bright space upstairs. View studio space here.

garage dance studio

Commitment Levels

There are programs for every commitment level -- from one or two dance classes per week to joining our Award-Winning Performance and Company Teams. We give all students the opportunity to showcase their hard work at performances throughout the year, including our Winter Nutcracker "Land of Sweets and Treats" show, Disneyland Performing Art Show, and Annual Spring Recital. In addition, students on the Company Team attend several competitions and conventions across Southern California, such as Hall of Fame, Gravit8, Jump, Nuvo, 24Seven, West Coast Dance Explosion, Danerpalooza and The Dance Awards. DC Company members win many awards and scholarships at these events. Many go on to major in Dance at colleges like NYU, UCLA and Chapman.

24Seven Dance Scholarship Winners

Diane Collins, Owner and Artistic Director

Originally from Boston, Diane trained at the Donna Miceli Dance Center of Boston for over 20 years, traveling and performing internationally. Her training included classical ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance. Diane also studied with the Boston Ballet and the Jeanette Neill Dance Studio.

After moving to LA, she opened DC Dance LA in Santa Monica as a performance and competitive dance studio for children ages 3 to 18. Ballet is a core component of DC's curriculum at all levels. All company dancers are required to enroll in ballet. Her annual Nutcracker showcases the dancers ballet technique, as well as some contemporary, jazz and modern pieces.

In 2021 Diane relocated DC Dance LA to a 4,000 square foot dance space in Culver City. This new space has created many opportunities for her and her students to perform and explore the world of dance.

Diane Collins at DC Dance LA Spring Recital

Celebrating 25 Years of DC Dance LA in 2020

Hundreds of Miss Diane's current and former students, teachers, friends and family surprised her with an emotionally heartfelt video tribute on the 25th Anniversary of DC Dance LA. This video tells the story of the close-knit, loving and supportive community she has helped foster.

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