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Studio M Dance Centre
4.9 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Ballet school in Chatham, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 6–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (217) 971-2861
- Website & schedule studiomdancecentre.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
The programs they offer
“If you are looking for a great dance environment where the teachers really care about the kids and their personal growth look no further.”
What families & students say
“The instructors are all very knowledgeable in dance technique and use appropriate teaching styles to reach all dancers.”
“Studio M Dance Centre is truly an amazing place for your child to grow! They foster a love and passion for dance and share that with your dancer.”
“SMDC is so much more than just a dance studio, it's our daughters' home and we feel extremely blessed to be included in this amazing dance family.”
“They maintain very clean and fun dance studios that are perfect for kids of all ages!”
“They continue to grow in their dance abilities from the instruction and guidance of the professional, talented, and energetic staff.”
“My 2 children (1 boy and 1 girl) have been dancing there for 3 years and have grown so much in their dance abilities.”
From the reviews
"Our two daughters have been attending Studio M Dance Centre since it opened the doors & are looking forward to dancing there for years to come! Our girls love exploring all types of dance styles and couldn't wait to become members of the M-PACT Dance Team.
I love watching my daughters grow and improve with every year they attend Studio M. The teachers care so much about all of the kids and push them to be the best dancers they can be. I wouldn’t take them anywhere else. You feel like you are part of the family as soon as you walk in the door.
My granddaughter has been a Studio M family member for 4 years. This group of staff, students, parents & even grandparents feel like family. My granddaughter has grown so much in these 4 years as a dancer and person. She never complains about going to class. She loves everything about Studio M!
It’s the best studio in town. I have grown so much and I am so appreciative about how much the teachers have made me grow. I love all of my friends there and all of the staff. I have gone here my whole life and it is like my 2nd home. Love you.❤️❤️❤️
Your first ballet class at Studio M Dance Centre
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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