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Motions Dance Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lincoln, Nebraska

Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 402-420-0579
  • Website & schedule motionsdance.net — 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 4 am–10 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Motions Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 19 mentions

“My daughter started dance at Motions in the 4th grade it was highly recommended to me since we were new to town and trying to find something for her to do and she wanted dance.”

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Teen Ballet 4 mentions

“I danced here for many years until I graduated high school and wouldn't trade these memories for anything in the world.”

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🩰 Pointe 2 mentions

“Over the last 7yrs we have had 3 girls dance at this studio; from her 2gether class up to 2nd yr pointe.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 3 mentions

“Melissa and the teachers all encourage/build not only skill and technique, but a true passion for dancing.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Melissa and the other teachers are very welcoming and loving toward my girls.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“Motions has been a warm and steady dance studio for our family and my daughter has loved dancing there with her friends from school.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 11 mentions

“Motions has been a warm and steady dance studio for our family and my daughter has loved dancing there with her friends from school.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 6 mentions

“I have been to other dance studio recitals and I have enjoyed watching Motions the most!”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“why would you ever stay at a studio for 13 years if you are so unhappy with where you are at and at a place that gave you self esteem issues?”

From the reviews

My daughter absolutely loves to dance, loves Motions and adores Melissa!! She has been dancing since she was 3, and is now 10. She has been at Motions going on 4 years now and loves it more every year! She has become a beautiful and confident dancer, and I give all that credit to Melissa and Motions.

★★★★★ — Andrea, May 2019

My daughter, Audrey has danced at Motions for 15 years, since she was 2. Melissa and her staff have instructed Audrey in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, lyrical, and hip hop. They have fostered her natural raw talent and passion and she has become a beautiful dancer.

★★★★★ — Beth, May 2019

My daughter started dance at Motions in the 4th grade it was highly recommended to me since we were new to town and trying to find something for her to do and she wanted dance. Since starting at motions her self confidence has improved and I couldn’t ask for better dance instructors then what she has.

★★★★★ — Brandy, Dec 2021

We absolutely love Motions Dance Academy!! It came highly recommended to us and we have been dancing there for 5 years! Melissa and the other teachers love their students and my daughter is always so excited to go to dance each week. Can't wait to see the new studio!!!

★★★★★ — Tracie, May 2019

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Your first ballet class at Motions 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.

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 Motions Dance Academy

8335 Cody Dr Ste a, Lincoln, NE68512

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