Ballet is the core of dance and builds a strong foundation or technique for other styles of dance.  We teach the Russian style of ballet and offer various classes for children through teens, from the introductory to advanced levels. Dancers will learn ballet positions and terminology while listening to classical music.  Class will include stretch and strengthening exercises at the barre as well as center-floor and across-the-floor work. Variations from classical ballet pieces can be taught upon request for the advanced ballerina. Pointe training is available upon request when dancer is deemed ready by instructor.

Group lessons weekday evenings

Private lessons weekdays and weekends by appointment

Individuals, couples, wedding parties welcome!

NEW! Beginner Waltz/Rumba class Starts Nov. 5th, 6 week session, Tuesdays 7-8 p.m., taught by Lisa, $90 per person, couples and individuals welcome!

CURRENT running ballroom classes welcoming new participants!

Mondays 7-9 p.m. Intermediate Foxtrot & Salsa, Instructor Ron Brown

Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. West Coast Swing & Hustle, Instructor Barry Douglas

THEMED SOCIAL DANCE PARTY, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., one Friday each month

Includes a lesson, refreshments, and of course, dancing with old and new friends to the musical selections of DJ Barry "The Man" Douglas! $20 per person at door

Our cushioned Beechwood hardwood floor is beautiful to look at and to dance upon and is the same floor that is used on the popular reality TV show “Dancing with the Stars”! The ambiance of the space is perfect for ballroom dancing, whether you are a beginner or advanced dancer. The experience, talent, and passion of the instructors for teaching and sharing their art form is second to none.

For more information, please contact Ron at 313-820-3777 or email dancedadrb@gmail.com

Tap Dancing became popular in America in the 1920s and has two main styles, Broadway/Musical Theater and Jazz. The sounds that tap shoes make when the dancer strikes the floor is a form of percussion, like drumming with the feet. Tap shoes are special shoes with metal plates on the bottoms of the feet under the toes and heel that make many rhythmic sounds to the music. The acoustics of tap dancing sound best on a wooden floor.

This class will introduce students to the art of tap dance and will aid in the development of rhythm and coordination. In each class, participants will warm up with drills using different parts of the tap shoe and will learn tap skills and timing while dancing to the beat of popular music.

Hip-hop is a popular street dance-style, founded by the youth in America in the 1970s. It is thought to have developed in New York City and spread across the country to Los Angeles. East coast or West coast? Both coasts bring the suave style! Today hip-hop is represented nationwide in sports, movies, and pop culture.

Participants will learn precise arm and leg movements to stylized rhythmic music. Group routines execute coordinated movements in a precise yet casual manner while wearing loose fitting clothing and sneakers.

Class will be fun and help prepare dancers for high school and college dance teams.

Workshops with guest teachers may be offered as the program develops for interested participants to develop skills such as beat-boxing, break-dancing, or to give the dancer the "edge" for school team auditions and performances.

Jazz dance is a modern interpretation of movement that pulls from all styles of dance. Each class will begin with stretching, followed by learning skills and tricks, which will be joined together in a fun "combo" or combination of connecting moves to a variety of music styles from pop culture to classics. Dancers in our Jazz classes will stretch, turn, & leap while dancing to the beat with style! Costumes in the jazz category are likely to dazzle the audience with glitter and sequins...and maybe a hat or prop!

The emphasis of this program will be on learning and practicing choreographed routines to compete as a team at various regional competitions during the Spring competitive season, which runs March through May, finishing the season with an annual Nationals Competition in June/July. Solo numbers, duets/trios, and group routines are practiced throughout the year with a focus on technique, precision and stage presence.

Other team performance opportunities may include seasonal showcases, dance conventions, and community events.

Different styles of dance, such as contemporary/lyrical, jazz/hip-hop, and tap, will be taught to help each dancer become more well-rounded.

Dancers will be required to purchase a team warm-up outfit, back pack, and costumes. Competition and travel fees are required in addition to tuition for regular dance instruction. Being a member of the competition team is great fun for dancers and their families!

Acrobatics, often called "acro" for short, is a mixture of dance and gymnastics. Participants will stretch to promote flexibility and do drills to condition and strengthen the body for acrobatic skills. Participants will work on cushioned gymnastics mats in bare feet and must wear form-fitting athletic clothing with hair neatly pulled back. Instructors will focus on safe technique while teaching the following: splits, forward and backward rolls, bridges, walk-overs, handstands. Advanced classes work on back hand-springs. This class is great for dancers and cheerleaders.

Musical theater dancing is not a particular style but rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals.  Some knowledge of ballet, tap, and jazz is helpful. However, musical theater dancers are actors and place a high focus on musical interpretation.

This class will offer a variety of musical styles and dance with a focus on stylized stage presence and fun!

Whether you dance to a Disney song or show tune, give it your all, musical theater-style!

All students who take pointe must be in ballet at the junior to senior level and have an instructor's permission. This is advanced and requires pointe shoes.  Dancers will learn position and terminology for an advanced ballet dancer.

Lyrical is strongly influenced by ballet as the dancer uses beautiful extensions in a flowing quality to express oneself to lovely music. Music is typically ballads or songs that bring about an emotional response to the viewer. This form of dance showcases ballet technique with musical interpretation through the use of facial expressions, finger tips, body lines, and pointed toes. Costumes are typically sheer, flowing, and beaded to compliment the music and dancer.

This class is designed for toddlers ages 18 to 35 months, to create movement and develop coordination in a semi-structured yet fun environment.  Participants will dance using props and express themselves to a variety of music. One caregiver must be present with the toddler during class. Moms, Dads, or other caregivers are welcome!

Our Preschool Program is specially designed to provide children between 3 and 4 years of age with a strong foundation in dance and movement. We teach the young dancer the basic elements of movement and dance; space and how to relate to it, both as an individual and as a member of a group; the eight basic locomotor movements; musical rhythm, beat, and time; opposites and directions; and some elementary positions of Ballet and Tap.