Business Details
6 Years
experience
Welcome to Turning Pointe Dance
Established in 2020, Turning Pointe Dance is dedicated to cultivating creativity and technical excellence in dancers of all skill levels. Our mission focuses on nurturing beginners through a structured curriculum while challenging advanced dancers to refine their artistry in a supportive environment. We maintain rigorous instructor standards, employing qualified professionals with extensive industry experience. All programs emphasize individualized attention through capped class sizes, with early childhood divisions limited to 10-12 students and technique-focused classes capped at 14 participants. Our facilities feature professional-grade equipment including sprung flooring, full-length mirrors, and digital sound systems across two strategically located studios in Lockport and New Lenox, Illinois.The company offers a comprehensive schedule accommodating children, adults, and families, with specialty programs such as Ignite Dance Company providing competitive opportunities at regional and national levels. Our educational philosophy prioritizes holistic development, instilling values like discipline, confidence, and time management alongside technical mastery of ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, and hip hop styles. With a commitment to accessibility, we balance academic rigor with financial flexibility through customizable tuition options and seasonal performance opportunities that enrich the local cultural landscape.
Services
Ballet Instruction
Jazz Dance Classes
Lyrical Training
Hip Hop Workshops
Modern Dance Programs
Early Childhood Dance
Adult Dance Fitness
Competition Coaching
Performance Groups
Dance Conventions
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We maintain class sizes capped at 10-14 students for personalized instruction
- Our instructors meet strict professional qualifications with industry experience
- Dual-studio locations feature professional-grade dance equipment
- We offer progressive programs from early childhood through competition levels
- Our curriculum develops technical skill and personal growth simultaneously
Services
Ballet Instruction
Our ballet program develops technical precision through structured curriculum from beginner to advanced levels. Certified instructors focus on proper alignment, pointe work, and classical repertoire. Students progress through defined levels with performance opportunities in annual recitals and community events.
Hip Hop Workshops
Contemporary hip hop classes emphasize rhythm, improvisation, and street-style techniques. Instructors with professional performance backgrounds teach current trends while developing foundational skills. Classes include freestyle sessions and choreography for competition and recital participation.
Competition Coaching
Competitive dancers receive specialized coaching for solo, duo, and group routines. Program includes quarterly conventions, regional competitions, and national qualification pathways. Training focuses on technical excellence, stage presence, and adjudicated performance preparation.
Early Childhood Dance
Developmentally appropriate classes introduce movement fundamentals to children aged 15 months through 5 years. Curriculum combines dance basics with motor skill development, musicality, and social interaction in a playful environment with maximum 12 students per class.
Adult Dance Fitness
Recreational classes combine dance technique with cardiovascular exercise for adult participants. Offering jazz-based fitness routines and lyrical movement patterns designed to improve flexibility, coordination, and overall wellness in a non-competitive atmosphere.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide comprehensive instruction in ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, and hip hop styles for students aged 15 months through adults.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes, all students participate in annual summer recitals, with competitive groups performing at regional events and national competitions annually.
What are class sizes?
Early childhood classes maintain 10-12 students, while technique-focused classes are capped at 14 participants for personalized attention.
Do instructors have professional experience?
All our instructors meet strict qualification standards with most holding professional performance backgrounds in their respective dance disciplines.
Are studio locations accessible?
We operate two conveniently located facilities: 934 East 9th St, Lockport and 2351 E Joliet Hwy, New Lenox with free on-site parking.
Reviews (7)
Jennifer Ostrowski-Dudek
Oct 07, 2021
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We adore TPDC and have been a part of this program for 5 years! Wonderful and caring teachers, professional and organized system, and my daughters love it there! They've developed and learned beautiful dance skills and technique because of this dance community.
Katie Jones
Oct 06, 2021
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I can not say enough great things about TPDC! My daughter has been going here for years. The staff are amazing. She has learned so much; from dance moves, to vocabulary, and more. I know my daughter is in great hands while she is here. I am also so impressed with how they have handled new covid guidelines to ensure safety for all! Thank you Miss Chrissy for making our dance experience so positive.
Toula Morrone
Oct 06, 2021
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We really love this dance studio! Miss Deartra is great. She is so patient with the little ones and somehow manages to get them to follow directions. Would definitely recommend!
The Laboy Twins
Oct 06, 2021
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I travel from the city to take my daughter to dance here. High quality dance instruction that you will not find anywhere else. Highly recommend for girls and boys
Jon Cesena
Sep 22, 2021
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We just signed our daughters up for the Tiny Tots dance classes and they love it!! The teachers couldn't be any nicer!! Very great facility, 10/10 would recommend
Los V.
Sep 17, 2021
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Staff is amazing and my girls love it. They can't wait to come back. Seems like the kids come out of their shell and are more sociable and more interactive.
Katrina Rochetto
Aug 05, 2018
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The care and attention the staff gives their students is amazing and Im so happy we found a home at TPDC!
