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Studio VIVA
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Ballet school in Palatine, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 847-310-3250
- Website & schedule studioviva.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 7–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 1–5:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I would start with group lessons and then take a few private lessons along the way after you have some experience under your belt.”
What families & students say
“Dora is an amazing instructor, and it always feels good to come back and feel alive again.”
“They all have unique teaching approach and expertise for any level: beginner through performance.”
From the reviews
I don't give five stars to many places. This one I do. If you want to learn Latin dance (salsa, bachata, cha cha, cumbia etc.) This is the place to do it. The teachers are excellent. They take the time out to show you the small details which are important to do the dances right. And it's affordable.
We celebrated my SIL’s 40th birthday with a 1 hour private lesson and had a full dance by the time we left. Each step was broken down and reviewed that we could confidently complete the dance on our at the end. It was such a fun experience ! I’d definitely consider it for another event.
I've been dancing at the Viva on and off since 2005. Dora is an amazing instructor, and it always feels good to come back and feel alive again. Don't miss your chance to bring joy into your life with Studio Viva salsa lessons and socials!
Amy is an excellent instructor. She is patient and listens to meet the needs of each of her students. Dora is very inspirational and motivates me to be the best dancer I can be!!
Your first ballet class at Studio VIVA
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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