About Us

• Over 20 years of experience in education
• AMS-certified Montessori International Teaching Credentials
• An advanced Early Childhood Education certificate from UCLA
• ICA-Certificate of Accreditation in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language
• High School English Teacher Qualification Certificate (China)
• California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) – Mandarin
• Master Degree in Educational Management

These sessions will be led by Coach Jose, a US soccer-certified licensed coach who has worked with age groups ranging from 2 to 16 for the past eight years. In addition, he has two years of college playing experience for SMC and is currently a coach for Autobahn soccer club in Santa Monica. He also runs his own player development program known as Clover United Jrs. which offers a pathway to club soccer. 

Together with Coach Jose, we are committed to offering players a unique, age-specific curriculum that is crafted to improve soccer skills, build self-confidence, and develop structure and socialization skills; all while having fun.

This program is designed to help our students build strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment.

The class will be led by Coach Meggin, a level 10 gymnast who coached all ages for over 20 years including the competitive team at many gymnastics facilities and was also a gymnastics judge. In addition to that, she was a college cheerleader, acrobat in live shows, and stuntwoman for TV and film. She started her gymnastics mobile business in 2018 and loves teaching kids and sharing her passion for gymnastics!  

Gymnastics class with CMGymnastics is a fun way to improve your child’s confidence, strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and listening skills!

LeeLee of Soul of Cali Creative Arts haven is honored to bring dance  to the budding movers of Starting Point! This program is rooted in music, exploration, and expression to help our students build body awareness, coordination, and positive use of energy through spirit and body. 

The class is led by Coach LeeLee, founder and director of Soul of Cali Creative Arts Haven, bringing dance to all ages. LeeLee moved to Los Angeles in 2009 for her professional dance career, which gradually began to center around her work with children. 

With over 15+ years experience teaching kids of all ages, 5 years experience working with in pre-school environments as a teacher, and studies in early childhood education, LeeLee has found herself at an exciting crossroad between Arts, Athleticism, and Early childhood  education. LeeLee’s collaborative approach offers a special type of engagement with children as they tap into their powerful curiousity and unique interests.

Ryoji is a musician based in Los Angeles. He specialize in creating joyful musical experiences for children, whether it’s performing at birthday parties, conducting weekly music classes for individual kids and families, or composing songs. 

Ryoji journey as a children’s musician began in 2009 when his son was born. He started performing music for children at Westchester Parents’ Nursery School in Los Angeles, where he discovered his passion for connecting with young audiences through music. 

In his classes, Ryoji introduces participants to a fascinating array of musical instruments from around the world. From the rhythmic beats of the Djembe and the melodic tones of the Balafon to the charming strums of the Ukulele and the lively sounds of shakers, he brings together a diverse collection of unique, authentic, and beautiful instruments. 

When it comes to the songs he creates, his focus is on celebrating music from various cultures, encompassing nursery rhymes, musical games, and even Classic Rock. He believes in the power of music to unite people from all walks of life, and he strives to bring joy and a sense of community to children and families through his musical endeavors. 

We offer a complete set of Montessori educational materials, supplemented with Chinese Pinyin and basic character teaching tools. Our unique curriculum combines Chinese and American teaching methods, making learning enjoyable and effective. Children will excel in speaking, reading, and writing Chinese in a relaxed environment. Our art and music rooms further support a well-rounded development for every child.