Preschool ballet is the 2–5 track at Harding Blvd. . Citrus Heights population is 87,583 in the 2020 Census. Citrus Heights is dense and already built-out (87,583 in 2020). San Juan USD has strong music programs later; the gap parents mention is a twice-a-week class for a preschooler that is not a 40-minute slog across the American River. Class sits in morning, afternoon, and Saturday blocks — not only 6 p.m.
Preschool Ballet in Citrus Heights, CA
From Citrus Heights, plan 8–12 minutes (3.1 miles). Typical line: Auburn Blvd north or I-80 to the Harding Blvd / Riverside exits. Address: 212 Harding Blvd Suite P, Roseville, CA 95678, next to Sherwin Williams. Free parking.
- Pre-Ballet
- 3.1 mi / Citrus Heights
- Trial class
Local context
Preschool Ballet and Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights is dense and built-out (87,583 in 2020). San Juan USD is a good public-school frame; parents who mention the gap are talking about a twice-a-week class for a preschooler that is not a 40-minute slog across the American River. Citrus Heights (city) reported 87,583 people at April 1, 2020 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census (QuickFacts, population April 1, 2020))). Parents actually use landmarks like Sunrise Mall, Rusch Park, and Greenback Lane. San Juan High School is a natural high school reference point. San Juan Unified School District is the relevant public-school frame. Dance as a twice-weekly class for a preschooler is usually off-campus. The driving distance from the Harding Blvd studio is about 3.1 miles; plan 8–12 minutes in normal traffic. Preschool Ballet at Tutu: Preschool ballet is the 2–5 track: music, movement and the first ballet positions, taught like a good preschool lesson plan — not a teen class with the music slowed down. Wear: Leotard or simple dance outfit and ballet slippers. Trial: whatever they will keep on. Hair off the face. Hours: Monday–Thursday 4:00–8:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–noon (Friday and Sunday closed). Melissa Reich opened the studio in 2015 and has taught since 2005. Staff bios — including Kima Lee (B.A. Dance, Sacramento State, 2023 Exemplary Student Award) — are on the About page. Shows: The Nutcracker (December; 2026 date TBA); Summer Showcase. There is a free trial class. Call 916.276.8408 or use the contact form. Tuition is quoted by phone; we do not publish rates.
Reviewed by Melissa Reich, owner and director (teaching since 2005; studio since 2015).
Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census (QuickFacts, population April 1, 2020). Drive times are typical, not guaranteed.
Preschool Ballet — what we actually teach
These are the pieces of preschool ballet at the Roseville studio, not a generic style list.
What Citrus Heights parents actually ask before they drive 8–12 minutes
They are 5 and aging out of "cute" classes that teach nothing. Studio preschool ballet is real class size and named teacher — not cafeteria assembly. Citrus Heights families decide this by Sunrise Mall traffic and 8–12 minutes in the week.
Preschool hours, not just 6 p.m.
Mornings and Saturday mornings exist. That is the whole reason some families can come at all.
Studio and on-site
We also teach at area preschools. This page is the Roseville studio class — call if you want the on-site question.
Listening is the hidden curriculum
Turns, freeze, wait your turn. Kindergarten teachers notice that more than a perfect tendu.
A ramp into ballet & barre
When they can stand a more technical hour, they move to the ballet page. Same director, same building.
Before you buy the shoes
Some ballet days are combined with tap-adjacent play days if they are in the larger preschool program - please ask which class you are reserving. ShowCase is an option for children who are ready to share their dancing on a stage. We will not guarantee a starring role at age 4. Schedule: Weekday mornings, afternoons and Saturday. This is how we accommodate half day preschoolers and nappers. Fees: Tuition is automatically billed on the 1st. Classes are not pro-rated for absences, holidays, or the two week summer/winter break. Unenrollment must be given in writing 30 days in advance.
Preschool Ballet from Citrus Heights
Drive, school-district gap, dress code, billing — not a copied four-pack.
Other classes and nearby towns
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Try a class at Harding Plaza
916.276.8408 or contact form to schedule a trial class. Preschool Ballet for Citrus Heights is located at 212 Harding Blvd Suite P. Hours: Monday–Thursday 4:00–8:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–noon (closed Friday and Sunday).