Who We Are

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A dance instructor and two young girls in a ballet studio. The instructor is demonstrating a movement, and the girls, dressed in pink and white tutus, are following along, holding hands. The studio has a wooden barre and a light-colored wall.

Dr. Randolph Stern & Francesca Stern, FISTD

Ms Francesca, back in 2013, when Dance 1 first opened!

With over 30 years of teaching experience in England and America, Ms. Francesca saw a need for focused, classical training rooted in strong technique and unwavering support. Together with her husband, Dr. Randolph Stern, she founded Dance 1, building an elite studio known for its discipline, artistry, and community spirit. Dance 1 dancers have earned 4 Studio of Excellence Awards and multiple 1st place overall awards across all genres.

In 2014, she expanded her vision by founding Redondo Ballet, a 501(c)(3), non profit organization, where she serves as Co-Artistic Director and Co-Choreographer. Redondo Ballet now produces two original ballets each year, offering South Bay audiences unforgettable, one-of-a-kind performances.

Ms. Francesca has also achieved one of the highest honors in dance education: in April 2025, after years of study and an international trip to London, she earned her Fellowship with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD). Her journey continues, as she remains committed to her own growth and to providing dancers with the most up-to-date, comprehensive ballet training available.

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Meet the Dance 1 Team!

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    Francesca Stern, FISTD

    OWNER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

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    Donna Perkins

    JAZZ DEPT. DIRECTOR &
    PERFORMING COMPANY DIRECTOR

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    Sondi Foley

    FITNESS PROGRAM DIRECTOR

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    Erin Fleming

    PRESCHOOL & CAMP DIRECTOR

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    Corey Hastings

    TAP DIRECTOR

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    Jordan Montpas

    MIGHTY MINI &
    BOYS COMPANY DIRECTOR

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    Corinna Ductor

    MINI COMPANY DIRECTOR &
    ADULT ENSEMBLE CO-DIRECTOR

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    Kaylyn Fulton

    ADULT ENSEMBLE CO-DIRECTOR
    BALLET, JAZZ, CONTEMPORARY

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    Ruby Gentzler

    PRESCHOOL, BALLET, CONDITIONING

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    Beth Blumin

    TAP, JAZZ & CONDITIONING

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    Bernadette Glenn

    BALLET

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    April Aguas

    TODDLER/PRESCHOOL

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    Maia Southers

    JAZZ & CONDITIONING

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    Sofia Jansen

    PRESCHOOL, BALLET, JAZZ

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    Audrey George

    PRESCHOOL, BALLET, JAZZ

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    Sabrina Tamura

    BALLET & CONDITIONING

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    Kingsley Aguillen

    BALLET

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    Evelyn Tang

    PRESCHOOL

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    Samantha Persh

    BALLET

 
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2228 Artesia Blvd.

Redondo Beach, CA 90278

310-371-2141

Rear parking lot entrance on Slauson Lane.

Main entrance will be on Artesia Blvd.