Business Details
19 Years
experience
Premier Dance Education for All Ages in Menomonee Falls
Since 2007, Dynamite Dance Studio has been dedicated to providing high-quality dance education in a nurturing, family-friendly environment. Our mission is to foster the growth of dancers and artists through small class sizes that ensure personalized attention from experienced instructors. We emphasize not only technical skill development but also the cultivation of life skills such as confidence, teamwork, and body awareness. Our studio culture prioritizes inclusivity, clear communication, and a strong sense of community, making us a trusted choice for families entering the dance world at any stage. With a team of dedicated professionals, we offer structured programs for students aged 18 months to adults, including recreational classes, performance opportunities, and competitive dance companies.Our commitment to excellence extends beyond technique to include character development, ensuring students grow both as performers and individuals. We maintain consistent instructor teams and detailed organizational systems to support seamless experiences from weekly classes to annual recitals. The studio's focus on positive reinforcement and creative expression has earned recognition from parents for its transformative impact on young dancers.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Instruction
Jazz Dance Programs
Contemporary Dance
Performance Companies
Competitive Teams
Musical Theater
Tumbling Classes
Pre-School Dance
Adult Classes
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized attention
- Our team includes 10 experienced, consistent instructors
- We emphasize life skills development alongside dance technique
- We offer structured programs from toddler to competitive levels
- We foster a family-friendly, inclusive studio culture
What people say
Positive environment
Great programs
Knowledgeable teachers
Inclusive culture
Confidence building
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops proper technique and artistry for students aged 2-18. Classes focus on foundational positions, graceful movement, and performance skills. Students progress through structured levels with opportunities to perform in annual recitals.
Hip Hop Instruction
Hip hop classes teach street-style dance techniques to children aged 4-18. Curriculum includes basic moves, choreography, and rhythm development across multiple skill levels from introductory to advanced competitive teams.
Performance Companies
Community performance groups engage dancers aged 5-18 in 6-7 local events annually. These non-competitive teams emphasize outreach while developing stage presence and collaborative performance skills in a supportive environment.
Competitive Teams
Audition-based competitive companies challenge dancers aged 8-18 across jazz, tap, contemporary, and hip hop styles. Teams compete 3-4 times yearly while maintaining community performance commitments and technical training.
Pre-School Dance
Early childhood programs for ages 18 months to 5 years develop motor skills and classroom readiness through creative movement. Classes include caregiver participation for younger students and introduce basic dance concepts progressively.
People
Cristina Urch
Studio Owner / Instructor
Cristina co-founded Dynamite Dance Studio in 2007, bringing extensive dance education experience. She oversees studio operations while teaching multiple classes, ensuring consistent quality across all programs.
Teresa Urch
Studio Owner / Instructor
Teresa co-founded the studio with Cristina in 2007. She teaches various classes while maintaining the studio's commitment to personalized attention and character development through dance education.
Emily Rhodes
Instructor
Emily contributes to the studio's diverse teaching team, specializing in multiple dance styles. She works with students across different age groups to develop technical skills and artistic expression.
Melissa Dunham
Instructor
Melissa brings professional dance experience to her instruction, focusing on technique development and performance preparation for students at various skill levels within the studio's programs.
Nikita Ruffolo
Instructor
Nikita supports the studio's educational mission through specialized dance instruction. She works with students to build technical proficiency while fostering confidence and creative expression.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for children as young as 18 months with caregiver participation up to teens. Adult classes are also available.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, we have audition-based competitive companies for dancers aged 8-18 competing 3-4 times annually in various dance styles.
What dance styles are taught?
We offer ballet, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, musical theater, and tumbling classes with specialized instruction at all levels.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes, all students participate in annual spring recitals. We also have community performance companies and competitive teams.
How are instructors selected?
Our team includes experienced professionals with ongoing training. We maintain consistent instructors across programs for continuity.
What is your class size policy?
We maintain small class sizes to ensure personalized attention, with maximum student-teacher ratios varying by age group.
Reviews (3)
Mike Demming
Sep 05, 2017
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I took my niece here, and she loved the instructors. She was sore after each class, but she said she had lots of fun.
Andy Fallon Lt Fallon
Aug 01, 2017
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If your looking for a great Dance Studio look no further. Tess and Tina could not be nicer people. Great place to send your kids!!!
Sara Teske
Sep 22, 2016
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Great studio owned by two sisters with a passion for dancing and sharing their love with others! My girls love coming to lessons every week.
