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31 Years
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Premier Dance Classes for All Ages in Manteno
Dance Alive Dance Studio has been dedicated to providing exceptional dance education since 1995. Our mission is to create a nurturing environment where dancers of all ages develop technical proficiency, creativity, and life skills through structured training in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and other disciplines. With a faculty of experienced instructors who prioritize individual growth and community building, we emphasize age-appropriate techniques, emotional expression, and character development. Our progressive curriculum accommodates students from toddlers to advanced levels, offering performance opportunities that include recitals, competitions, and local community engagements.The studio's philosophy centers on fostering confidence, discipline, and teamwork while maintaining a judgment-free space that celebrates the joy of dance. Through annual master classes and professional development, our staff maintains industry-leading expertise while maintaining a unified teaching approach that has produced award-winning performers and educators.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Dance
Hip Hop Instruction
Contemporary Lyrical
Competitive Teams
Performance Companies
Creative Movement
Acrobatics
Tap Dance
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Established 1995 with proven track record of student success
- Faculty includes nationally recognized choreographers and educators
- Progressive curriculum with individualized skill-based advancement
- Award-winning performance companies and competitive teams
- Safe, inclusive environment emphasizing emotional and technical growth
What people say
Fantastic staff
Positive experience
Individual skills focus
Community support
Professional development
Services
Ballet Classes
Our Ballet program develops foundational technique through structured training from beginner to advanced levels. Students learn proper body alignment, grace, and discipline while progressing through established syllabi. Classes emphasize musicality, spatial awareness, and performance quality in a supportive environment that builds both technical proficiency and artistic expression.
Competitive Teams
Award-winning competitive programs challenge dancers to excel in technical precision and artistic presentation. Teams rehearse extensively for competition circuits while maintaining focus on individual growth and teamwork. Choreography emphasizes innovation and emotional storytelling, with coaching that prepares dancers for high-level performance demands in a positive, goal-oriented atmosphere.
Creative Movement
Specialized classes for toddlers and young children introduce basic dance concepts through playful exploration. Instructors use imaginative exercises to develop coordination, rhythm, and motor skills while fostering a love for movement. Age-appropriate activities build classroom readiness and social skills through structured yet flexible dance experiences designed for early childhood development.
Contemporary Lyrical
Contemporary Lyrical classes blend ballet technique with expressive modern dance elements. Students learn fluid movement transitions, emotional storytelling, and dynamic control through choreography that emphasizes personal interpretation. The curriculum develops versatility in performance quality while maintaining technical foundation through progressive skill development and improvisational exercises.
Faculty Training
Our instructors participate in ongoing professional development through master classes and dance conventions. Faculty training ensures consistent pedagogical approaches while maintaining technical excellence. The program emphasizes child development principles, injury prevention strategies, and innovative teaching methods that enhance student learning outcomes in a continually evolving dance education environment.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for dancers aged 2 through adult, with specific programs for Petite Academy (ages 2-5), Junior Level (ages 6-9), and Senior Level (ages 10+).
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! We offer annual recitals, local performances, national competitions, and multiple showcase events throughout the year for all skill levels.
How are instructors qualified?
Our faculty includes nationally recognized educators with ongoing training at professional dance conventions, plus extensive experience in both performance and pedagogy.
What dance styles are offered?
We teach Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary Lyrical, Tap, Acrobatics, and Creative Movement with progressive study from beginner to advanced levels.
Is there parent involvement?
Parents receive regular newsletters, can access studio updates through our Parent Portal, and participate in recital preparations and studio events.
How do classes progress?
Students advance based on individual skill mastery rather than age, following a structured syllabus that ensures technical development while maintaining creative expression.
Reviews (5)
Bryon Bauer
Nov 16, 2020
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The ladies here were very smooth with everything. The kids, the parents, funds and shoes they handled it all. Very excited to be a part of the family. Thank You!
Brian Wilson
Aug 03, 2020
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My daughter loves he dance classes there. Has been a very positive experience for her. Will continue to bring her as long as she wants and will recommend to others.
Sara Castongia
Jul 24, 2020
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Absolutely LOVE Dance Alive! Dance Studio! The staff is fantastic. I love that they progress dancers based on individual skills, not just age based like other studios in the area. They place a huge emphasis on developing the whole person and community support. I've had 4 kids at this dance studio for 5 years now and will never go anywhere else!
Jodi LaFrance
Oct 07, 2019
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Amazing place to be a part of! We love dance classes!!! The staff is also fantastic!definitely recommended by us!!
Jane PAulsen
Jun 16, 2019
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Excellent place to send your children for classes. The teachers & students work hard all year! Then put on a spectacular recital!! Greatly recommended!!
