Business Details
25 Years
experience
Family-Friendly Dance Classes in Davenport, IA
Dance Works is a family-owned and operated dance studio dedicated to providing a recreational, educational, and family-friendly environment for students of all ages. Since opening in February 2001 with 50 students, we have grown to serve 300 students annually, offering classes from toddler to adult levels. Our 7,200-square-foot facility, established in 2013, features four dance rooms with marley sprung floors, a dance shoe store, and a homework/dinner space. Our mission emphasizes teaching life skills alongside dance, ensuring students gain transferable abilities for lifelong success. Our staff includes highly trained instructors, many with decades of experience, and specialized classroom assistants to maintain small class sizes.We cater to recreational and competitive dancers, with award-winning teams recognized nationally in NDA, UDA, DX, DTU, and Contest of Champions. Owner/Director Lisa develops a standardized curriculum to ensure consistent skill development across all age groups. Our ballet and pointe instructors are current or retired professional ballerinas, while other staff members hold teaching certifications and classroom experience. We prioritize personalized attention, with preschool classes limited to 12-14 students and multiple assistants per class. Dance Works combines technical excellence with a nurturing environment to foster confidence, discipline, and creativity in every student.
Services
Preschool Dance Classes
Competitive Dance Teams
Ballet Technique
Pom/Hip Hop Classes
Pointe Training
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes with dedicated instructors and assistants for personalized attention.
- Our competitive teams have won national awards in multiple prestigious dance competitions.
- Owner/Director Lisa develops a standardized curriculum ensuring consistent skill development across all levels.
- Instructors include current and retired professional ballerinas and certified early childhood educators.
- We provide a family-friendly environment with facilities designed for both dance training and student comfort.
What people say
Small class sizes
Award-winning teams
Experienced staff
Family-friendly environment
Structured curriculum
Services
Preschool Dance Classes
Our preschool combo classes cater to ages 3-5, focusing on foundational dance skills and social development. Classes include tap, ballet, and tumbling with structured routines. Small groups ensure individualized attention from experienced instructors and classroom assistants.
Competitive Dance Teams
Award-winning competitive teams for grades 1 and above, with placements based on skill and dedication. Teams have earned national titles in NDA, UDA, DX, and Contest of Champions. Training includes choreography, stage presence, and musicality development.
Ballet Technique
Technical ballet instruction for all levels, required for advanced students. Classes taught by current or retired professional ballerinas, emphasizing proper form, discipline, and artistic expression in classical and contemporary styles.
Pom/Hip Hop Classes
Energetic pom and hip hop classes for grades K-12, combining rhythm, coordination, and performance skills. Classes prepare students for recital performances and competitive routines with modern choreography and music.
Pointe Training
Advanced pointe classes available by invitation only, focusing on strength, alignment, and technique. Training includes injury prevention and progression through standardized levels under the guidance of professional ballet instructors.
People
Laura
Owner
Former preschool teacher and director with 30 years of early childhood education experience. Manages front office operations and classroom support at Dance Works while balancing family commitments.
Larry
Owner
Business and sales professional with 40+ years of experience. Oversees administrative operations at Dance Works while maintaining a full-time role at CMT Highway, LLC, and coaching baseball.
Lisa
Owner/Director
Certified dance educator with 25+ years of experience. Holds a degree in Early Childhood Education with special education endorsement. Develops curriculum and directs all instructional programming for Dance Works' staff and students.
Questions
What age groups do you offer dance classes for?
We offer classes for children as young as 2 years old through adult learners, with structured programs for preschoolers, elementary students, teens, and adults.
Are your dance instructors qualified?
Yes! Our staff includes certified early childhood educators, current and retired professional ballerinas, and instructors with 10+ years of teaching experience. All staff undergo background checks.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our competitive teams have won national championships in NDA, UDA, DX, and Contest of Champions. Placement is based on skill assessments and instructor recommendations.
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling, pom, hip hop, and pointe training. Our curriculum combines technical instruction with performance opportunities in recitals and competitions.
How do you handle class registration?
Registration for our August-June season opens April 26 and remains open through March 1. You can register through our Parent Portal, which also handles payments and schedule management.
What makes Dance Works unique?
We combine small class sizes with experienced instructors, a standardized curriculum developed by a certified director, and facilities designed specifically for dance education and student comfort.
Reviews (4)
Brittany Lang
Dec 16, 2021
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Kids are learning so many skills here beyond dancing. They have responsibilities and expectations, learning independence all while having fun.
Joshua Akers
Sep 26, 2021
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My daughter loves her teachers in ballet, tap and jazz. Its fun but also technical. She hates the workouts but she likes to show off her muscles from it.
Ashley Phillips
Sep 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Value
Our kiddo is beginning her 5th year at Dance Works and she absolutely loves it. Staff is very organized and professional. Studio is always clean and organized. Dance recitals and routines are always very exciting. Family members look forward to seeing the song choices and choreography each year!
Our kiddo is beginning her 5th year at Dance Works and she absolutely loves it. Staff is very organized and professional. Studio is always clean and organized. Dance recitals and routines are always very exciting. Family members look forward to seeing the song choices and choreography each year!
Ashley Puckett
Feb 13, 2021
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Terrible service. Trying to get ahold of anyone to get a kid in dance is impossible! Literally 5 calls and voicemail and emails. Don't waste your time!!
