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Lynch Dance Institute

Lynch Dance Institute

Poway, CA | Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary and more

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Nutcracker Reimagined!

December 13 and 14, 2025

Tickets on sale now!

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Trainee Program!

Join us for an amazing special program, crafted to increase your dance skills and take you to the next level.

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Welcome

Lynch Dance Institute is North County’s premier destination for high-quality, professional dance education. Conveniently located just off I-15 with ample free parking and nearby amenities, our welcoming and focused environment supports dancers of all ages.

We offer expert instruction in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, a robust adult open program, and private coaching. Students enjoy multiple performance opportunities throughout the year. With a proven record of placing dancers in elite training programs, top college dance departments, and professional companies worldwide, LDI is recognized for its international-caliber training that blends technical mastery, mental resilience, and artistic expression.

More than just a studio, LDI is a phone-free zone where discipline meets joy and where work ethic fuels artistry, and families feel confident in their investment. From beginner to pre-professional, child to adult, we provide developmentally appropriate training that nurtures the mind, body, and soul.

At LDI, we’ve built a culture of care—where every dancer is seen, supported, challenged, and celebrated. We don’t just train dancers for the stage — we prepare them for life.

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JOIN OUR 2025-2026
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM!

Intelligent education that moves beyond technique.

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Events

  • Nutcracker, Reimagined 2025

    December 11 - December 14
  • 2026 Spring Show

    April 10, 2026 - April 11, 2026

Closures

  • Labor Day September 1
  • Halloween October 31 close at 6pm.
  • Veterans Day November 11
  • Thanksgiving November 26-November 30
  • Nutcracker Reimagined Performances December 11–14, 2025
  • Winter Break December 22 -January 3
  • Martin Luther King January 19
  • Spring Performances  April  11, 2026
  • Easter Weekend April 3-6
  • Memorial Day Weekend May 23-25
  • Juneteenth June 19
  • Last Day of Classes June 20
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MEET OUR FOUNDERS

Tim and Alex Lynch

After being nourished through our youth by many wonderful dance teachers and organizations, we knew that investing in the next generation was our life’s work.

We teach precise technical proficiency with a classical foundation. We instill discipline, dedication and hard work. We also encourage individuality, foster creativity, and celebrate accomplishments.

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Gratitude

"I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to train with Alex Lynch. In her class, she strives to push her students far beyond their limits. Her challenging teaching methods, and care for her students helped me find my voice in my movement. Mrs. Lynch pushed me to explore dance with my body rather than my mind. During my time with Alex Lynch, I developed a new love for dance, and a professional teacher-student mentorship."
-Abigail Frank

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San Diego’s nationally recommended training facility.
  • HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
  • ✨ Nutcracker Reimagined 2025 ✨
Experience the magic of the season as Lynch Dance Institute brings a fresh, heartfelt twist to this holiday classic!

Featuring guest artists William Lynch & Kyra Stafford from Ballet West, this year’s production promises stunning performances, breathtaking choreography, and unforgettable moments.

🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
👉 app.gostudiopro.com/tickets/lynchdanceinstitute

Follow, share, and tag us to spread the word!
@lynchdanceinstitute @achieve_with_alex @tim.j.lynch
#NutcrackerReimagined #LynchDanceInstitute #HolidayMagic #BalletWest #sandiegodance #FamilyTradition #DancePerformance
  • “It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
  • lDI is exceptional. To dance here is to know it. So proud of the work. @missckdance @ang_tilton @kel_caswell @leilani.smithh @cocozenmama #sandiego #sandiegodance #bestself #whynotus #whynotme #joyofdance #likenoother #poway #bestinsandiego #kidsmatter #happydancer #community
  • Do you love to teach? LDI is looking for team members 💕
  • JOIN OUR TEAM! 
Lynch Dance Institute is seeking passionate, professional ballet instructors to join our faculty.

If you’re dedicated to nurturing dancers through strong technical training, artistry, and confidence — we’d love to meet you.

 Located in San Diego’s Poway community
Positions: Ballet instructors (various levels)
Send inquiries and resumes to registration@lynchdance.com

Join a team where excellence, integrity, and artistry come together. 

#LynchDanceInstitute #NowHiring #BalletTeacher #DanceEducator #SanDiegoDance #BalletLife #DanceCommunity
  • We are LDI. Since our inception 8 years ago, we’ve made the conscious decision to to be part of the change. To reimagine our Nutcracker in a way that not only includes every stage of a dancer’s development, but also shows them a progressive, mindful concept of the original story. We are incredibly aware that it’s an opportunity to foster inclusion and love in the hearts of our dancers, and that is a responsibility and a privilege that we’ve never taken lightly. Lynch Dance Institute’s Nutcracker Reimagined is just that - a performance of integrity, heart, and growth.
  • What an absolute honor and inspiration  it was to have the incomparable Lindsi Dec @lindsiandkarel @decruzballet with @emma.rose.stephens and @ballerina.gabriella today!  We will cherish our time together💎❤️thank you!
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HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY from LDI!
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✨ Nutcracker Reimagined 2025 ✨
Experience the magic of the season as Lynch Dance Institute brings a fresh, heartfelt twist to this holiday classic!

Featuring guest artists William Lynch & Kyra Stafford from Ballet West, this year’s production promises stunning performances, breathtaking choreography, and unforgettable moments.

🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
👉 app.gostudiopro.com/tickets/lynchdanceinstitute

Follow, share, and tag us to spread the word!
@lynchdanceinstitute @achieve_with_alex @tim.j.lynch
#NutcrackerReimagined #LynchDanceInstitute #HolidayMagic #BalletWest #sandiegodance #FamilyTradition #DancePerformance
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✨ Nutcracker Reimagined 2025 ✨ Experience the magic of the season as Lynch Dance Institute brings a fresh, heartfelt twist to this holiday classic! Featuring guest artists William Lynch & Kyra Stafford from Ballet West, this year’s production promises stunning performances, breathtaking choreography, and unforgettable moments. 🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now! 👉 app.gostudiopro.com/tickets/lynchdanceinstitute Follow, share, and tag us to spread the word! @lynchdanceinstitute @achieve_with_alex @tim.j.lynch #NutcrackerReimagined #LynchDanceInstitute #HolidayMagic #BalletWest #sandiegodance #FamilyTradition #DancePerformance
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“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
“It’s not about one technique…”. “It’s about creating dancers ready for every stage, anywhere” Alexandra Dickson
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lDI is exceptional. To dance here is to know it. So proud of the work. @missckdance @ang_tilton @kel_caswell @leilani.smithh @cocozenmama #sandiego #sandiegodance #bestself #whynotus #whynotme #joyofdance #likenoother #poway #bestinsandiego #kidsmatter #happydancer #community
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JOIN OUR TEAM! 
Lynch Dance Institute is seeking passionate, professional ballet instructors to join our faculty.

If you’re dedicated to nurturing dancers through strong technical training, artistry, and confidence — we’d love to meet you.

 Located in San Diego’s Poway community
Positions: Ballet instructors (various levels)
Send inquiries and resumes to registration@lynchdance.com

Join a team where excellence, integrity, and artistry come together. 

#LynchDanceInstitute #NowHiring #BalletTeacher #DanceEducator #SanDiegoDance #BalletLife #DanceCommunity
@lynchdanceinstitute
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JOIN OUR TEAM! Lynch Dance Institute is seeking passionate, professional ballet instructors to join our faculty. If you’re dedicated to nurturing dancers through strong technical training, artistry, and confidence — we’d love to meet you. Located in San Diego’s Poway community Positions: Ballet instructors (various levels) Send inquiries and resumes to registration@lynchdance.com Join a team where excellence, integrity, and artistry come together. #LynchDanceInstitute #NowHiring #BalletTeacher #DanceEducator #SanDiegoDance #BalletLife #DanceCommunity
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We are LDI. Since our inception 8 years ago, we’ve made the conscious decision to to be part of the change. To reimagine our Nutcracker in a way that not only includes every stage of a dancer’s development, but also shows them a progressive, mindful concept of the original story. We are incredibly aware that it’s an opportunity to foster inclusion and love in the hearts of our dancers, and that is a responsibility and a privilege that we’ve never taken lightly. Lynch Dance Institute’s Nutcracker Reimagined is just that - a performance of integrity, heart, and growth.
@lynchdanceinstitute
@lynchdanceinstitute
•
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We are LDI. Since our inception 8 years ago, we’ve made the conscious decision to to be part of the change. To reimagine our Nutcracker in a way that not only includes every stage of a dancer’s development, but also shows them a progressive, mindful concept of the original story. We are incredibly aware that it’s an opportunity to foster inclusion and love in the hearts of our dancers, and that is a responsibility and a privilege that we’ve never taken lightly. Lynch Dance Institute’s Nutcracker Reimagined is just that - a performance of integrity, heart, and growth.
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What an absolute honor and inspiration it was to have the incomparable Lindsi Dec @lindsiandkarel @decruzballet with @emma.rose.stephens and @ballerina.gabriella today! We will cherish our time together💎❤️thank you!
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