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Denise's Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Overland Park, Kansas
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 3–11 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (913) 897-1700
- Website & schedule denisesdanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has progressed technically through the instruction of the staff, but also in her confidence on stage and in life.”
What families & students say
“Not only are the instructors knowledgeable and talented, but they really care about the dancers.”
“My daughter dances 5 days a week and loves her DDA friends and family!”
“When I went searching 5 years ago for a studio that had a professional and family friendly feel to it Denise's Dance Academy stood out from the rest.”
“My daughter has progressed technically through the instruction of the staff, but also in her confidence on stage and in life.”
“When I went searching 5 years ago for a studio that had a professional and family friendly feel to it Denise's Dance Academy stood out from the rest.”
“I personally have grown so much here and made many great friends that hope to always have by my side no matter where life takes us.”
From the reviews
My daughter has danced at Denise's for the past two years on their competition teams. I am very impressed with the instruction she has received. She has been dancing since the age of 3 but it has been amazing to see how much she has learned in such a short time!
When I went searching 5 years ago for a studio that had a professional and family friendly feel to it Denise's Dance Academy stood out from the rest. DDA has proven to positively support my three daughters in their love for dance while inspiring and helping them to improve in their technique.
My daughter has danced for 13 years. She decided to switch studios her senior year. She has spent one year at Denise's Dance Academy yet they treated her as if she had been there for 13. This was in every way including her senior tribute at her last recital. Denise runs a class act studio.
Denise's has been our dance home for 9 years both as a recreational dancer and competitive team member. I can't say enough about the positive environment that surrounds all the dancers when they are at Denise's.
Your first ballet class at Denise's Dance Academy
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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