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31 Years
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Your Trusted Dance Studio in Portland, OR
Hollywood Dance has been a cornerstone of the NE Portland Hollywood neighborhood for over three decades, dedicated to fostering a love for dance in students of all ages. Our non-competitive, family-oriented studio prioritizes personalized attention, ensuring every dancer receives tailored instruction to develop technical proficiency and performance artistry. With a curriculum spanning Pre-Ballet & Tap Combo to Contemporary, we emphasize age-appropriate, family-friendly education while cultivating creativity, self-confidence, and strong work ethics.Our experienced instructors, including Owner/Director Joni and Artistic Director Rachel, create a nurturing environment where students become part of a supportive community. We maintain rigorous standards for class attire and safety, ensuring optimal conditions for growth. As a smaller studio, we focus on meaningful connections rather than numbers, offering both recreational and pre-professional pathways. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures every dancer finds joy and fulfillment through their dance journey.
Services
Pre-Ballet & Tap Combo
Ballet
Jazz
Hip Hop
Contemporary
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We've served the Portland community for over 30 years with dedicated dance instruction.
- Our staff includes experienced instructors like Owner/Director Joni and Artistic Director Rachel.
- We maintain strict safety standards with studio-only footwear policies.
- Our curriculum balances technical training with creative expression and performance skills.
- We offer age-appropriate classes from toddler introductions to pre-professional programs.
Services
Pre-Ballet & Tap Combo
Designed for ages 3-6, this introductory program teaches foundational dance movements while protecting young bodies. Students learn simple ballet and tap steps in a playful environment that fosters musicality and coordination. Classes emphasize proper technique development through age-appropriate exercises that build strength and flexibility for future dance growth.
Ballet
Structured ballet instruction tailored to each student's age and ability. Focuses on proper body alignment, technique, and classical repertoire. Classes incorporate barre work, center practice, and across-the-floor combinations to develop strength, grace, and artistry in a progressive learning environment.
Jazz
Combines traditional jazz technique with strength training and flexibility exercises. Students learn stylized movements from theatrical, contemporary, and lyrical styles while developing performance quality. Classes include warm-ups, isolations, and choreography that builds coordination and stage presence.
Hip Hop
Energetic classes focusing on hip hop, R&B, and pop music styles. Teaches fundamental rhythm patterns, coordination, and freestyle techniques. Students learn age-appropriate choreography that builds confidence and self-expression through dynamic movement combinations.
Contemporary
Blends elements of jazz, lyrical, and ballet in an expressive style emphasizing mind-body connection. Requires concurrent enrollment in ballet/jazz classes for technical foundation. Focuses on fluid movements, self-expression, and choreographic interpretation through improvisation and structured technique work.
People
Joni
Owner/Director
Joni, our Owner/Director, brings decades of dance experience to Hollywood Dance. Specializing in ballet and pointe instruction, she has shaped our studio's nurturing environment since its founding. Her leadership ensures technical excellence while maintaining our family-oriented philosophy.
Rachel
Artistic Director
Rachel, our Artistic Director, specializes in hip hop and jazz instruction. With extensive performance and teaching experience, she develops engaging choreography while mentoring students in technical growth. Her energetic approach inspires creativity across all skill levels at Hollywood Dance.
Questions
When does enrollment open for the 2025-2026 season?
Enrollment opens August 1st, 2025 at 10:00 AM through our Parent Portal. Class positions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer Pre-Ballet & Tap Combo, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Contemporary styles for ages 3+. All classes emphasize technical training and performance skills.
What are the attire requirements?
Specific attire varies by class but includes dedicated dance shoes, leotards, and appropriate clothing. For example, Ballet requires black leotards, pink tights, and ballet shoes with hair secured in buns.
Do you have competitive dance teams?
No, we're a non-competitive studio focusing on recreational and pre-professional training. Our emphasis is on personal growth, technical development, and artistic expression.
How long have you been in operation?
We've been a fixture in the Hollywood district for over 30 years, providing quality dance education to generations of Portland students in a supportive environment.
Reviews (1)
Leilani Sanchez
Feb 02, 2019
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I was a dancer there and I know it is super small. And the teachers don't teach you much except how to stretch and leap. Don't go there it's a waste of time and money. I would prefer murrieta dance company. It's amazing there. But this place is not good
