Business Details
6 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance Studio in Overland Park, KS
Westside Dance Company has been dedicated to providing comprehensive dance education for students aged 2 to 18 since our establishment. Our professional studio in Overland Park fosters a welcoming environment where students develop technical proficiency and personal confidence through diverse dance disciplines. Our experienced instructors emphasize individual growth while cultivating a supportive community that celebrates artistic expression. We offer structured programs for recreational dancers and competitive performers, with specialized training in ballet, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary styles. Our competition teams have earned numerous accolades, reflecting our commitment to excellence in choreography and performance.We maintain open communication with families and provide personalized guidance to help students select appropriate class levels. Our facility prioritizes safety and inclusivity, ensuring every dancer feels valued regardless of skill level or background. Through regular recitals and community engagement opportunities, we help students build stage presence and performance resilience. We continually refine our teaching methodologies to incorporate contemporary techniques while maintaining foundational dance principles. Our administrative team ensures seamless operations, from registration to scheduling, to support both dancers and their families.
Services
Dance Classes
Competition Team
Summer Dance Programs
Private Lessons
Dance Conventions
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer age-appropriate dance instruction for students aged 2-18 with certified instructors
- Our competition teams have earned regional and national awards since 2018
- We maintain small class sizes to ensure personalized attention for every student
- Our facility provides a judgment-free zone promoting confidence and artistic growth
- We offer flexible scheduling with classes available seven days a week
What people say
Amazing teachers
Remarkable improvement
Supportive environment
Best studio in KC
Judgment-free zone
Services
Dance Classes
Structured dance education for ages 2-18 with certified instructors. Classes include ballet, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary styles. Curriculum designed to develop technical skills while fostering confidence and artistic expression in a supportive environment.
Competition Team
Audition-based performance groups competing regionally and nationally. Programs include mini, junior, and senior divisions with specialized training in multiple dance styles. Team members receive advanced choreography instruction and performance opportunities.
Summer Programs
Seasonal dance intensives and workshops during school breaks. Designed to maintain technique during summer months while introducing new choreography styles. Open to both enrolled students and new participants.
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction for technique refinement and solo preparation. Tailored sessions focusing on individual goals, available for competition team members and recreational dancers seeking additional training.
Dance Conventions
Professional development events featuring guest choreographers and industry experts. Educational programs covering advanced techniques, performance skills, and dance industry networking opportunities for serious dancers.
People
Shelby West
Studio Owner & Director
Shelby West founded Westside Dance Company in 2020 with over 15 years of dance instruction experience. She personally oversees curriculum development and choreography while maintaining direct involvement in daily operations.
Questions
What age groups do you offer dance classes for?
We provide dance instruction for children starting at age 2 through teenagers up to 18 years old.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our audition-based Competition Team has earned multiple regional and national awards since 2018.
What dance styles are available at your studio?
We offer ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, tap, and progressions classes for all skill levels.
How do auditions work for the competition team?
Auditions include technique classes and choreography assessments, typically held in late July or August.
What makes your dance studio unique?
Our inclusive environment focuses on individual growth while maintaining small class sizes for personalized attention.
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Reviews (6)
Shannon Price
May 02, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Shelby, the owner, is fantastic! She is a genius choreographer, teacher and extremely talented. The studio is in a great location.
Shelby, the owner, is fantastic! She is a genius choreographer, teacher and extremely talented. The studio is in a great location.
Mitch Nolan
Dec 29, 2020
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Had the pleasure of attending their Spring 2019 recital and you can tell the talent there is bar none. The teachers clearly have an influence on their dancers and really take the time to develop their students abilities.
Kira Foster
Oct 11, 2020
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I have been with Westside ever since it has opened and to say that Shelby and her classes are amazing is an understatement. Everyone at the studio provides an atmosphere dedicated to learning and its a judgement free zone which is wonderful for those who dont feel so confident in their dancing yet. Coming to Westside has completely changed the way I dance and I cant thank Shelby or the staff at Westside enough for the quality training they have provided over the years.
Tara Brown
Oct 10, 2020
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Beautiful studio and amazing teachers and staff! Weve seen remarkable improvement in our dancer since starting at Westside!!! The dancers are all super supportive of each other too! Highly recommended!!!
Riley Riecker
Jun 04, 2020
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A little over a year ago I came to Westside with one of my really good friends. We needed a new studio and thought we should try it out, little did I know that I would fall in love with the studio. Shelby pushes me more than any other dance teacher Ive had and I am so grateful for that. I have found some of my best friends at Westside, and I would highly recommend coming here!
Caroline Douglas
May 22, 2020
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Westside has become my second home. It is such a fun and upbeat environment. My favorite part about dancing at westside is that it is a judgement free zone. I also love how driven every one is and how much the teachers actually care about each dancer as and individual.
