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8 Count Dance Academy

West LA dance academy established 2009 by Sarah D'Agostino and Sarah Svendsen, offering Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Acro for ages 18 months to 18.

Ages 1–18 years
Focus Both
Styles Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap
  • Children's Dance
  • Ballet
  • Hip Hop
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About the school

8 Count Dance Academy was established in 2009 and operates from West Pico Boulevard as West Los Angeles's dedicated children's-and-teens' dance academy. Founders and co-owners Sarah D'Agostino and Sarah Svendsen lead training in Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Hip-Hop, with Acrobatics taught by certified USA Gymnastics coaches. Programming spans ages 18 months through 18 years with structured progression and competitive performance opportunities.

At a glance

Address
10662 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Suburb
West Los Angeles
City
Los Angeles
State
California
Age range
1–18 years
Disciplines
Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Acrobatics
Approach
Both

What stands out

  1. i.Founded 2009 by Sarah D'Agostino and Sarah Svendsen
  2. ii.Ages 18 months to 18
  3. iii.USAG-certified acro coaches

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