Business Details
21 Years
experience
Dance Classes for All Ages in Denver, CO
Dance Institute has been dedicated to fostering dance education since 2005, offering technical training in a supportive environment. Our structured curriculum, running September through June, emphasizes self-assurance, poise, and confidence for students of all ages. With a non-competitive philosophy, we prioritize individual growth through diverse dance disciplines, including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip-hop. Our experienced instructors, many with decades of industry experience, focus on nurturing students' physical fitness, dedication, and artistic expression.Community engagement remains central to our mission, with performances at local events and charity initiatives. Parental involvement is encouraged through observation areas and the Dance Institute Parent Organization, ensuring a family-oriented atmosphere that has made us a trusted Denver institution.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip-Hop Classes
Tap Dance
Jazz Dance
Lyrical Dance
Contemporary Dance
Adult Dance
Tumbling
Pre-Pointe
Pointe
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer parental viewing with comfortable observation areas.
- Our combo classes provide affordable, well-rounded dance education.
- Non-competitive environment focusing on individual growth.
- Community-focused performances and charity involvement.
- Structured curriculum with annual recitals and summer programs.
What people say
Loves every moment
Non-competitive atmosphere
Confidence and compassion
Talented teachers
Family-friendly environment
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops foundational technique through structured lessons for ages 4 to adult. Students learn classical positions, barre exercises, and center work while building discipline and grace. Advanced classes prepare dancers for pointe work with individual evaluations ensuring proper readiness.
Hip-Hop Classes
Offering hip-hop instruction for ages 5 and up, our classes teach breaking, freestyle, and choreography with professional instructors. Students perform in annual recitals while developing rhythm, coordination, and self-expression in a high-energy environment.
Summer Camps
Week-long summer programs provide intensive training in multiple styles including ballet, jazz, and contemporary. Camps feature themed art projects, tumbling sessions, and performance opportunities at community events for ages 4 to 13.
Adult Dance
Tap and ballet classes designed for adult learners focus on improving flexibility, balance, and joint mobility. Our welcoming environment accommodates all skill levels, emphasizing physical benefits and creative expression without performance pressure.
Nutcracker Program
Annual audition-based production offering roles to dancers aged 8+. Includes rehearsal schedules accommodating school commitments and costume requirements for classical ballet performances at Denver venues.
People
Miss Michele
Owner/Director
With 40+ years of dance experience, Miss Michele founded Dance Institute LLC in 2005. She teaches all styles and developed the curriculum emphasizing technical mastery through playful, age-appropriate instruction.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, contemporary, and pointe classes for ages 4 through adult.
Are parent observation areas available?
Yes, we have designated viewing areas with comfortable seating for parents to watch classes.
Do you have summer programs?
Our summer schedule includes intensive training programs, themed camps with art projects, and community performance opportunities.
How does the Nutcracker audition process work?
Auditions occur annually in August for ages 8+. Participants learn a routine and perform for evaluation by our teaching staff.
Are combination classes available?
Yes, we offer combo classes that include multiple dance styles to provide well-rounded education at reduced costs.
Reviews (3)
Asmut Abdallah Muhaisen
Apr 10, 2019
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The team of dance teachers are wonderful. My daughter has attended the Dance Institute for 10 years. She loves dancing and every year wants to pick up more classes.
Jessica Sturgess Ross
Mar 22, 2014
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Miss Michelle creates routines that are kid-friendly but still challenging for them. She's and her crew of instructors are very professional. They are patient with students and offer vert positive and encouraging criticism in a way that really connects with their clients. We are very fortunate to have found this studio.
Mahlon N. Rhonda Knight
Oct 10, 2013
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I absolutely Love Miss Michelle. She is the best and kindest dance instructor I've ever known and so fun to work with, too!! Irresistable!!! Thanks for bringing me back to dance. :) Rhonda
