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Encore Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 67 Google reviews · Ballet school in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Plan your first class
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 573-397-7417
- Website & schedule encoremodance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Encore offers an unparalleled amount of teaching experience, area expertise, professionalism, and all of the teachers are fantastic with kids!”
“I was so hesitant to enroll my toddler in any structured activity, but I am glad we enrolled at Encore!”
What families & students say
“Miss Hillary is an amazing teacher so far and very patient.”
“The studios are clean, bright, and have huge windows so you can watch your child dance too! I also love its central location and lots of easy parking!”
“The teachers are inclusive and professional, and have experience in the professional dance world, as well as dance degrees and experience teaching children.”
“We only have experience with one dance recital, but my experience as both parent and volunteer was positive.”
“The studio is a great space and very clean, the owner and all of the staff are very nice and knowledgeable!”
From the reviews
Absolutely adore this dance school! My daughter loves her teacher and had SO much fun in her spring class, she cannot wait for summer classes to start! Definitely recommend giving them a go if you're considering dance lessons, they have so many options! Ballet, Jazz, tap, and more!
Encore offers an unparalleled amount of teaching experience, area expertise, professionalism, and all of the teachers are fantastic with kids! My little dancer never wants to leave she has so much fun!
Encore Dance Studio has been an amazing place for our family! My daughter absolutely loves her classes and we’ve seen her grow so much in both skill and confidence. The instructors are encouraging, professional, and truly invested in each student’s progress.
Encore is such an amazing dance studio. All the teachers are so knowledgeable and have such a passion for dance it shines through their enthusiasm for class. Hilary, the director, was not hesitant at all about my daughter with physical disabilities starting class, she was actually the opposite and was incredibly…
Your first ballet class at Encore 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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