Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Dance Education in Rockwall
C K Studio was founded in 2010 by Lee Ann Whittington with a mission to provide high-quality dance education to students of all ages in Rockwall, Texas. Our studio offers comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical/contemporary, acro, and more, taught by experienced instructors with professional backgrounds in dance and performance. We serve both recreational and competitive dancers aged 18 months and up, with specialized programs including competition teams, ballet company opportunities, and community performance showcases like The Nutcracker.Our commitment to excellence has earned us consistent recognition as the best dance studio in the Rockwall/Rowlett area through student-focused instruction and a curriculum emphasizing technical proficiency, artistic expression, and physical development. We maintain strong industry connections through partnerships with performance venues like the Granville Arts Center and photography/videography professionals who document our productions annually.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Lyrical/Contemporary
Acro
Combo Classes
Tots to Tumble
Competition Teams
Baton Twirling
Nutcracker Production
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Established in 2010 with 15+ years of local dance education experience
- Instructors include professional dancers and competition team specialists
- Comprehensive curriculum from toddler classes to elite company training
- Community performance opportunities at Granville Arts Center annually
- Consistently voted Best Dance Studio in Rockwall/Rowlett area
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program teaches proper placement, alignment, and technique through barre and center work. Students learn traditional vocabulary while developing strength and control. Classes available for all levels from beginners to advanced dancers preparing for pointe work.
Competition Teams
CK Competition Teams offer performance and competition opportunities for ages 5+. Audition-based placement includes multiple age groups and styles. Teams attend three competitions annually with options for solos, duets, and group performances under expert coaching.
The Nutcracker
Annual professional Nutcracker production at Granville Arts Center featuring studio students and Rockwall Ballet Company members. Open casting auditions available with performance opportunities for dancers aged 5+ in this community-favorite holiday tradition.
Acro Classes
Acro combines dance with gymnastic elements like cartwheels, walkovers, and aerials. Classes focus on safe technique development for dancers seeking to enhance performance skills through strength training, flexibility work, and controlled trick execution.
Combo Classes
Integrated classes for ages 2.5-5 years combining tap, ballet, and baton twirling fundamentals. Designed to develop coordination, rhythm, and basic dance skills through playful, age-appropriate instruction that prepares students for specialized training.
People
Lee Ann Whittington
Owner/Director
Lee Ann Whittington founded C K Studio in 2010 with extensive dance education experience. She oversees all operations and competition teams while maintaining the studio's commitment to quality instruction and community engagement through annual productions.
Michelle Blum-Schuetz
Ballet Company Director
Michelle Blum-Schuetz directs the Rockwall Ballet Company at C K Studio. With professional ballet experience, she choreographs productions including The Nutcracker and oversees advanced ballet training programs for students pursuing intensive dance education.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for children as young as 18 months through adults, with specialized programs for toddlers, youth, teens, and competitive dancers.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes! Our CK Competition Teams and Elite Company Teams provide audition-based competitive programs with multiple performance and competition opportunities annually.
Where are your performances held?
Major productions like The Nutcracker and Spring Recitals take place at the Granville Arts Center in Garland, Texas, with additional showcases at our studio location.
How do class placements work?
Instructors evaluate students to ensure proper placement. While we provide age guidelines, skill level and prior experience determine final class assignments.
What styles of dance do you teach?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical/contemporary, acro, combo classes, and baton twirling with specialized curricula for each discipline from beginner to advanced levels.
Are parent participation classes available?
Yes! Our Tots to Tumble classes for 18-month-olds to 3-year-olds include parent participation to create a fun, supportive introduction to dance and movement.
