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Imagine Dance Project

4.8 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Ballet school in Cottleville, Missouri

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 3–11 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 314-972-4634
  • Website & schedule imaginedanceproject.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–10 pm
Tuesday 4–10 pm
Wednesday 4–10 pm
Thursday 4–10 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday 10 am–7 pm

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Imagine Dance Project, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 10 mentions

“My daughter has been dancing at IDP since she was 3 years old, and the growth we’ve seen in her skill, technique, and confidence over the past 6 years has been incredible.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 17 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 4 mentions

“We truly owe so much of that to the amazing teachers and staff.”

🩰 strong technique & training 3 mentions

“My daughter has been dancing at IDP since she was 3 years old, and the growth we’ve seen in her skill, technique, and confidence over the past 6 years has been incredible.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 12 mentions

“My daughter has been dancing at IDP since she was 3 years old, and the growth we’ve seen in her skill, technique, and confidence over the past 6 years has been incredible.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“Great Dance rooms, very well equipped and clean, coaches are professionals and do give individualized attention in order to correct or improve their student's technique.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“My daughter has been dancing at IDP since she was 3 years old, and the growth we’ve seen in her skill, technique, and confidence over the past 6 years has been incredible.”

From the reviews

Great Dance rooms, very well equipped and clean, coaches are professionals and do give individualized attention in order to correct or improve their student's technique. Fees are clear, no hidden costs or questionable charges.

★★★★★ — Paula, Mar 2019

My daughter has been dancing at IDP since she was 3 years old, and the growth we’ve seen in her skill, technique, and confidence over the past 6 years has been incredible. We truly owe so much of that to the amazing teachers and staff.

★★★★★ — Casey, May 2026

My 4 year has been attending class for the last few months and absolutely loves it. Miss Colleen does an amazing job teaching this age group. She keeps it fresh and fun and adds an element of make believe that keeps the kids engaged. I’m impressed by how much ballet and tap terminology they are already learning.

★★★★★ — Lauren, Nov 2024

My daughters have participated in both lessons and camps at IDP. They have also been to other studios in the St. Charles area and in Chicago. This has been the best so far. The students really learn a lot and instructors are great.

★★★★★ — Melinda, May 2023

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Your first ballet class at Imagine Dance Project

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Imagine Dance Project

5055 State Rte N Ste 216, Cottleville, MO63304

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