One of my go-to places for Kpop dance classes in LA! I love coming to Debut Dance District! Debut usually offers Kpop class series at different levels which can range from 2 weeks to a month. They also offer one day pop-up classes occasionally. You would need to reserve your spot at one of the classes online via their website. They also post what classes their teaching on Instagram and I like how they sometimes ask their students what Kpop songs they want to learn on there. Yireh, the owner and one of the instructors is great. I love taking her classes as she's super detailed and funny which makes the class enjoyable. The classes are shorter and pricier compared to other nearby dance studios, but what keeps me coming is the overall culture and vibe of this studio. Everyone is super nice and it's super friendly to all levels. The studio itself is nice and spacious. It is clean and well-maintained. There's also a parking lot downstairs with free and ample parking. There's even charging stations for electric cars. read more

Adding a couple of updates: Private group classes are available as well as studio rental. Instructor Michael has been added to the teaching staff and he's a really good teacher as well. Each teacher have a different teaching style, but all are really good. You won't be disappointed! read more

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I truly believe that Debut Dance District comes into your life for a reason. I move out of LA in two weeks, and have been reflecting on my past year of taking classes from here. This studio has honestly changed my experience in LA- the past year has been the happiest I've been in my past five years of living here. There are a few class options at Debut- beginner, regular, and intensive. In all of these, an entire song choreography is taught over a series of weeks (between 4 and 8 classes). They also offer pop-ups, which are one day classes usually teaching the chorus of a song. I've taken so many different k-pop choreographies, ranging from 2013 Growl (Exo) to Super Shy (New Jeans), to Seven (JK) the very day after it was released! The studio is clean and professional. Depending on your dance level and style, there's definitely something for everyone! I hadn't danced before coming to this studio, and have found both the teachers and the community to be extremely welcoming. I've mostly taken classes with Yireh and Michael, and absolutely LOVE both of them. Yireh is one of the best dancers I have ever seen, cares about her students deeply, and will really push you to be better. Michael is really fun and expressive dancer, and I always look forward to his classes. I've made so many friends through this studio as well- it's common for students to practice together outside of class and get to know each other. And fyi- if you want to get better, you do need to practice outside of class! Anyways, thank you SO SO much to everyone I've met through this studio that has completely changed my past year. Thank you Yireh for bringing Debut to life- you make a difference in people's lives! I'm so grateful for my time spent here! read more

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Best dance studio in Los Angeles!!! Yireh is the best teacher ever and cares so much about the development of her students. This is the place to go if you want to learn full k-pop choreographies while being given the chance to polish your fundamentals along the way. Going to Debut, I was also given the opportunity to showcase what I have learned on stage during the annual Koreatown Festival. Throughout the rehearsal process, I was able to experience a small preview of what it is like to train as a professional dancer. Even though it was rigorous and tough because of the limited time we had to practice, it was worth the effort because the results were amazing and I made some amazing friends along the way. It was definitely an experience you have to experience at least once in your life. The community in Debut is also very welcoming and friendly. I have made many friends in the studio and our friendships are not just limited within the studio. The friends I made in Debut are not just acquaintances or classmates I meet during dance class, they have become almost like family. Debut is a great place to dance with a safe environment to make mistakes. It is a place where new dancers can start out their journey and outstanding dancers can showcase their talent. Most importantly, I am very thankful to Debut because not only has it given me a safe space to learn how to dance, but it has given me an amazing group of friends and a mentor that has helped me improve my dancing and also my personal growth as a person. It may sound cliche, but it is true, take my word for it!! read more

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I'm not sure what else to say about Debut Dance District other than deciding to go here (on my own, with absolutely 0 dance experience) was one of the best decisions I ever made. If you're nervous about getting involved, are on the fence about going because you have no dance background, or feel shy because you have no one to go with, no need. Everyone that goes here is incredibly friendly and welcoming - and that's one of the best parts about Debut: the community. Everyone cheers each other on, and you will for sure meet new people and make friends who you can hang with outside of the dance studio. I started making friends on just my second class. And there's very few feelings more rewarding than the camraderie you'll have formed with your fellow classmates after finishing learning a song. They teach every K-pop song you can think of here, balancing all the new hits with popular classics. There are class options that will teach you the entirety of the song (and at different speeds - beginners can learn a song over the course of a month, and those who are more advanced can learn a song over 2 weeks), and single classes where you can learn just the chorus. Make no mistake: K-pop doesn't come to you overnight, so you do have to practice at home on your own in between classes if you want to truly perfect the moves. Yireh is the primary instructor, and while some of the reviews say she is strict, I couldn't disagree more. She cares very much about making her students better. The way she breaks down each dance will have you immediately dancing in a way you may not even have thought was previously possible. She is absolutely incredible - and I know I speak for everyone when I say we are in constant amazement at her dance ability, teaching ability, and how she knows the choreo to EVERY K-pop song. read more

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Highly recommend the online class! I've taken their online courses for XG's Left Right and Twice's Set Me Free, and please allow me to share my experience:) I've always loved watching K-pop videos, and I am mesmerized by their dance moves, which didn't seem THAT hard (apparently I didn't know a thing!!!) After joining an in-person dance studio around my neighborhood, I felt so defeated, and a blow to my self-esteem, lol. It seems studios that offer K-pop dance classes these days is to teach only the main chorus choreography (about 20-sec dance sequence?), then the whole class would go into recording mood- both the teacher and students would take out their phones and record for their Instagram story, haha. So the class is usually a mix of super-advanced students and newbies like myself... I see some girls even pre-learned the choreo before going to class, hmm, such dedication... Unfortunately, this is not what I was looking for, I really want to learn the choreo of the WHOLE song, especially for my beginning level... After researching on Instagram and Yelp, I came across Debut Dance District (DDD). They offer 3 different class levels: Beginner, Regular, and Intensive. And the BEST thing is they use 2-3 weeks to learn one song! I have not seen any other dance studio offer this type of course yet. And because of the travel distance, I chose the online course packages instead of going in person (wish I can be there though...) And the price is reasonable:) One tip for future online students, pls turn on your Zoom camera during class. I had my camera turned off during my first course, so the instructor wasn't able to see how I was doing. But during my 2nd course, I had it turned on, and the instructor (Yiren?) also spent time looking at the online students' dance practice, and giving encouragement to us, which made me feel so good and felt I am also part of her class:) My only suggestion for DDD is that if there are enough online students, might consider investing in higher definition camera, as some of the movements are harder to see when everyone is wearing black clothes :P Please keep up the good work, Yiren and team! read more

Best decision I made in 2023 lol! I signed up for a beginner dance class, NCT 127 Ay-yo, because it was the only available beginner class later at night. The teacher warned us during the first class that the choreography was difficult for a beginner class, and she was not wrong. I believe my teacher was Yireh. She is a really good teacher and breaks down the steps well. She then reviews and practices it with you at a slower speed. I had difficulty learning the steps, but she told us to practice at home and am happy with the progress I've made. It's not perfect and there are some parts that I didn't learn well, but this experience showed me I can do more than I thought. If you are contemplating joining a class, I definitely recommend! Like the website states, you will need to have basic rhythm (like being able to clap on beat). You learn the song over the whole course, so it is favorable for you to take all the classes and to not "drop in" unless you can pick up choreo quickly. There are also online options as well. You are also expected to practice choreo after each lesson, as there is a quick review in the next class to bridge it to the next part of the song. I didn't know this until the end, but she records the dance on the last day, and sometimes uploads it to the YouTube! Definitely will be taking more classes in the future! Thank you Yireh! read more

I've been going to Debut Dance District for three months, and I can confirm that this is the happiest I've been in a long time. Connecting with so many people with similar interests has been incredible, and coming to Debut was easily the best decision I've ever made. All the staff are so kind and friendly and truly add to the experience. Yireh is such an excellent teacher, dancer, and amazing person overall. She truly cares for all her students and pushes them to do their best. In each class I've taken I have made so many amazing friends & memories :D read more

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I started learning how to dance after moving to LA and after hopping around a couple different studios and classes, this is my favorite by far. Yireh is the main instructor and even though she seems intimidating, she's really encouraging and amazing at breaking down steps so that anyone can learn. I have zero dance background whatsoever, have trouble clapping to a beat, and yireh has made what seemed impossible possible for me. I now have a dance addiction and will dance 5 days a week as long as Yireh is teaching. I can't recommend this place enough! read more

I've been taking classes here for a few months now and it's been a great experience. Yireh's teaching style intimidated me a lot at first - she has a real no BS approach. However, I soon came to realize her teaching style stemmed from her trust in the students and their ability to learn. After taking more classes from Yireh, I can also feel myself becoming a better student in general - picking up choreography quicker and trusting my own learning abilities more as well. The studio is large and well-lit and the other students are always very friendly. Can't wait to take more classes here! read more

Encounter the rudest personnel in this industry. She never smiles, she doesn't understand English, and has the worst attitude ever. I thought the first day I met her it was because I startled her, but after the second meeting I realized it is just her personality. Her attitude threw me off so much, I left. There are many other dance studios in Ktown. Others are way bigger and more professional. Unos, NK, and etc... go anywhere else. Trust me, her negativity rubs off onto you. read more

Injured my right knee in the first class so subsequently could not attend the rest of the classes due to the knee. When asking for a refund for the classes I did not take, I was told to refer to the email after point of purchase which said there was no refunds and no exceptions to that policy. I would like the refund for the classes but if the studio is pretty much saying "Hi! Sorry you got injured in class but pretty much you're SOL!!" in a "nice" way. I did also find out that I am actually entitled to a full refund, according to CA consumer protection laws. I would prefer to have it refunded instead of doing a chargeback but considering the lack of empathy from this dance studio, man who wants to go here when they lack basic humanity. Zero stars than this one star. read more

Yireh is the main teacher at the this studio and she is amazing! Jo teaches one or two classes a week and is pretty awesome as well. I've made great friends and the whole studio is like one big family! Yireh teaches a range of things (kpop, hip hop, heels etc.), but mostly kpop. I highly recommend for people of all ages and who want to learn full choreo to popular kpop songs or some original choreo to some cool hiphop. read more

I'm not even exaggerating when I say that Dancejoa is one of my favorite things about LA. I only wish I had found out about the studio sooner! Yireh is an excellent teacher with amazing dancing talent and style. She makes everything look cool and effortless (even when I, myself, am dying and sweating profusely), but most importantly, she is a really effective teacher. Actually, Yireh is one of the best dance teachers I've ever had -- she breaks everything down so well and teaches so clearly that I never feel confused or left behind even during difficult choreography. The classes are so well-organized and well-run. It's really a pleasure to attend Dancejoa. The schedule is also very well thought-out. There are two classes on Tuesdays, two on Thursdays and two on Saturdays. On the weekdays, it's usually a one-hour girl group dance followed by a one-hour boy group dance. The Saturday classes are a bit longer (one and a half hours) and consist of one k-pop dance and one hip-hop routine. The songs are broken down and taught in sections spread out over the course of a month so you can learn the entire choreography, which I love!!! You feel so accomplished after learning an entire full-length song, and having four weeks to work on it gives you enough time to digest the lessons and practice at home before coming back to add more. I also love having so many varied dances to choose from. If you like cutesy Twice dances, they've got 'em! If you like super-intricate EXO dances, they've got 'em! If you like badass hip-hop dances, they've got that too! And if you like it all, you can just come learn everything. The schedule is posted in advance on Facebook. Last year, Dancejoa moved to a new location. It's easy to find and has its own (very small) parking lot out back. Some of the classes get quite crowded, so I'd recommend coming early to make sure you can find parking (but what else is new, LA?). There's also a weird random wall in the middle of the studio that limits the space a lot, but Yireh is great about moving around so everyone can see and splitting big classes into groups so everyone has a good chance to practice. I really can't recommend Dancejoa enough. I've discovered a love for dance that I didn't realize I had, and it's made such a big difference in my life. Thanks, Dancejoa! P.S. If you're ever in Seoul, you can also visit the Dancejoa studios in Guro and Gangnam! read more

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Not for people who looks forward to a friendly & welcoming dance studio. Dance will bring everyone together, but this studio is not diverse and friendly enough to welcome new members. They won't even acknowledge and welcome new people or let alone talk to you. Overall terrible experience. Not a place for people of color.k-pop is beautiful. share your talent with other races in this world by welcoming and helping them to learn your culture or put a sign that says we don't encourage and appreciate new comers. We won't waste our time. read more

Kpop has been a guilty pleasure of mine since high school; and honestly, I credit my days of learning Kpop choreo on YouTube (#tbt to those slowed and mirrored videos!) as my start in dancing. Fast-forward a handful of years, I was curious to check out Dancejoa with a friend, the both of us having danced throughout undergrad. After a couple rounds of classes (each song is broken out into 4 parts, meaning 4 classes total, 1 class each week), I found Dancejoa fosters an incredibly fun learning environment without the pressure or pretentious vibes some would expect an LA studio to have. Yireh is an amazing teacher who takes the time to dig into the details, whether it be drilling sequences, feeling out grooves or defining textures. Everyone is there to learn and have fun as opposed to trying hard to make a select group or video, and I'm all about that. Whether you're a beginner looking to dance (and love Kpop) or are more experienced (and also love Kpop), I totally recommend Dancejoa. Bonus points--their new studio space is really nice, and parking is easy and free. read more

Love this place. Not for the recreational/aerobics cardio dance class student. Be prepared for technical level dance class. For students who are serious and want to learn and practice. Yireh is awesome teacher who won't baby you but puts everything into the choreography and makes you want to work hard as well. Combinations are super authentic and I was definitely mind blown at times but able to improve by taking consistent classes. Super rewarding and makes you want to do more. Fellow students are also very friendly and supportive. Did some classes online and now also taking more in studio maintaining Covid protocols and staying safe. Great space and appreciate parking. read more

My best memories in LA. The teacher has awesome skills and style, and all dancemates support each other. The best place to learn kpop, hip-hop and jazz!!! read more

Dancejoa is a fantastic studio for learning dance !!!!!!! Amazing place !!!!!! Yireh is a wonderful and cute teacher!!!!!!!! She is really good at teaching dance!!!!! She is really patient!!! You can make friends there as well!!!! Come and join us!!!!! read more

I like the class but honestly there's too much favoritism and why the hell is it CASH ONLY?!?! who the hell carry cash these days? They have private parking which is a great thing but...honestly the fact that they only accept cash $17 ....sucks... so 2 stars on that. IF YALL accept card or VENMO..at least then I'll change the ratings. read more

Taking class at Dancejoa was the best and correct decision I've made in 2019. I can tell it is one of the most professional KPOP dance studio in Los Angeles. And Yireh is one of the best teacher in the world. Yireh is the main teacher and Jo also teaches 1-2 courses in the late night per week. They are both professional and nice. I know Yireh sometimes looks seriously during classes because she hope we can learn more and grow up more, but actually she is a very nice and kind lady who always smiles Don't be afraid of her. I know she loves her students and wishes we can be good dancers. Come and take class in Dancejoa, welcome join our family! read more

This company returned my calls when I was trying to book the space. I specifically emailed them for this particular date and they agreed that Sunday would be the best time to come teach class. It is NOW Sunday and no one has returned my calls. I've done street team, and have people who are requesting refunds. I would not recommend this place and I feel like my time was completely wasted. Even worse these people have tarnished my brand. Unacceptable. read more

Yireh is such a great teacher!! I just started coming here a month ago. She usually teaches 5 k-pop songs a week, 2 on Tuesday, 2 on Thursday, and 1 on Saturday. She will finish the songs in a month. She will post the schedule on Facebook in advance, so that you know which class to attend. She also teaches Hiphop on Saturday. This is a place to go to if you really like a song and want to learn the choreography. She doesn't do formation, but you can do it with your friends after you have mastered the steps ;). Yireh is so caring and patient. She even gave us a Christmas goodies bag! I would say even if you haven't danced before, you can easily follow. Don't be afraid and come join us! :D For more info visit: https://www.facebook.com/Dancejoa/?fref=ts Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCllpxmJxMuyqMwpL3SoU79Q read more

This is the place that keeps me alive in this crazy grad school + work life!! Yireh is the best. She's patient, chill, cute and a lot of fun. Although I'm selfish and hope that not too many people know this place and make it crowded. But I want to give it six stars if I could. read more

This is my favorite dance studio in LA! Yireh is an incredible dancer and an even better teacher. Everyone is friendly and very helpful if you are struggling with a choreography. I started coming when I moved into town and I've been coming every week since then! They post the schedule in their Instagram and Facebook!! You'll love it. She offer beginner classes for people that are not familiar with dance classes and there she really builds your confidence (if you are worry about just diving in) read more

They moved, and classes have resumed! They're next to Hae Jang Chon now.. Lol. Yireh is very patient and clear in the way she teaches. Come!

I've been coming to dancejoa for almost 3 years and I would never go anywhere else. The classes are hard but I like it that way because they're challenging. Yireh is the best instructor I could ask for. She makes sure she pays attention to everyone, no matter what level you are. Seriously her classes are the best!!! read more

Yireh, Jo, and Kim are awesome dance instructors! Especially during COVID-19, couldn't stand being at home until Debut Dance District started offering online classes! Their original class prices at the studio were cheap, but online classes were even cheaper! Due to its affordable price, I was able to take many different types of classes! They make dancing seem so easy and even for beginners like me can enjoy dancing! I can't wait for them to reopen the studio! Thank you for all your work and providing classes for us! read more

Finally, my inner fanboy's dance dreams have become a reality... a cute, cool, & beastly reality. They have classes for kids, adults, and all dance skill levels. Plus, you don't need to understand Korean to take class as the instructor (WHO IS CRAZY TALENTED AND AWESOME!) can speak both Korean and English. I had a little trouble finding the place my first time there. The building has a free parking lot - access to it is off of Serrano Ave. (Olympic is its cross street). The studio is inside the building across the hallway from a Verizon store. The teacher also takes suggestions so your idol dreams can come true. Mine did. I've had multiple fangasms learning the dance routines to my favorite songs. Everyone seriously needs to come out and check this place out. read more

I took this class for about a month now and Yireh is such an awesome teacher! Her teaching method is easy enough for me to follow and her charisma is always a charm! Prices are friendly and there are many song choices to choose from! read more

Had big fun learning how to dance Good Boy Kpop style. Great teacher with lots of style who goes hard for the entire class with easy to understand breakdowns of the steps. Nice big dance studio with room for everybody. Love it. read more

Yesterday was my first day in the dance studio ! in one class we learned a lot ! the dance instructor is so enthusiastic! Can't wait to go next week! read more

Love this place so much!! Yireh is a very talented dancer and a great teacher and the energy is awesome and very welcoming!

I haven't even got the chance to go there but I heard it is great. I will join soon wait for me lol.

Honestly, the environment In this studio is hostile and negative. The instructor doesn't say hi or smile when you walk in or if you walk past her, she just ignores your presence. If you are new she will speak to someone else who will in turn speak to you but she will never speak to you personally. At the end of class she doesn't say anything but instead just expects you to leave. Overall, I will never go back and I wish I would have never gone. read more