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Springfield Dance
5 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · Ballet school in Springfield, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Ages classes for age 7 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- 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 +1 217-483-3623
- Website & schedule springfielddance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 4–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My granddaughter is always so excited to come to class EVERYONE is so friendly and willing to help with any questions or concerns LOVE IT AT SPRINGFIELD DANCE”
What families & students say
“I have been an instructor here for 15 years. One of the best places in town to educate your kids and adults in technique from beginner to advanced!”
“Springfield Dance has been a home-away-from-home for our daughter for seven years! She loves going to dance and has been able to try so many new things.”
“My children are in a few classes, and are learning, gaining confidence, making friends, and totally enjoying their experience at the school.”
“I love that she has so many options for classes and that the end of the season recitals are less than an hour long!”
“My children are in a few classes, and are learning, gaining confidence, making friends, and totally enjoying their experience at the school.”
From the reviews
While participating in classes, performances and camps with Springfield Dance Carsen has developed a love for dance and an appreciation for a variety of arts and to trust her creative side and go with her instincts. This has carried over in all parts of her life and helps her find her way on "her" path!
Springfield dance came highly recommended from neighbors and friends in the community. My two children at the school, have never taken lessons before, and Springfield Dance has been a wonderful experience.
We have been a part of the Springfield Dance family for 5 years, and have had so many wonderful experiences! Not only have my daughters learned to dance, but they have also learned about responsibility by being given the chance to help teach younger dancers and have had the opportunity to develop many friendships.
My daughter has been attending Springfield Dance since she was just shy of 2 years old and she has loved every minute of it! I love that she has so many options for classes and that the end of the season recitals are less than an hour long! Yahoo!
Adult ballet at Springfield Dance
Springfield Dance 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 Springfield Dance
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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