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Full Circle Dance Center
5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Ballet school in Island Lake, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (847) 338-3125
- Website & schedule fullcircledancecenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Disclaimer: If you have an adult class with Kim, you'll have to work out extra hard because she bakes yummy treats and nobody is able to resist!”
“We took a brake the last session and I asked my daughter if she'd like to do a sport this winter she did not hesitate and asked to be in dance again with Ms.”
“From beginner to pre professional, all students are given the same treatment.”
What families & students say
“Kelly and everyone in class were so welcoming especially since I only took a few ballet classes when I was really young.”
“Miss Kelly, the owner, builds your child up with confidence and gives them the love and support they need to become the best dancer they can be!”
“If your looking for a place that gives your child confidence, structure or a place to dance like no one is watching, then this in your place.”
“My daughters saw me having so much fun they each took a class (12 and 5) and after the recital even my son wanted to dance too!”
“Disclaimer: If you have an adult class with Kim, you'll have to work out extra hard because she bakes yummy treats and nobody is able to resist!”
“From beginner to pre professional, all students are given the same treatment.”
From the reviews
Outstanding dance instruction in many different disciplines! A great place to learn dance for anyone from ages 18months—adult. Absolutely love the instructors & studio owner! My oldest started dancing here when he was 4, and my youngest has been dancing here since he was 16 months old!!
Full Circle has been a wonderful studio for us. The schedules are flexible they have classes for all ages and abilities. There's a competition team and adult classes and the studio puts out amazing productions multiple times a year.
This studio and Ms. Kelly (owner) are fantastic! My little one started at 3years and had a speech delay and social emotional delay, kelly worked with her and made her feel comfortable.
This dance studio is amazing. From helping my girls get out of their shells to the fun dances, new friends, and awesome teachers this is the best studio around. Kelly has gone out of her way to make sure this place is inclusive and most importantly fun!
Adult ballet at Full Circle Dance Center
Full Circle Dance Center runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Full Circle Dance Center
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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