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The Dance Arts Center
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Ballet school in St Joseph, Missouri
Plan your first class
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 816-233-5442
- Website & schedule thedanceartscenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9–11:45 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“She whole heartedly believes in all of the kids and encourages them to work hard and be their best.”
What families & students say
“We are so thankful to have her and all of the amazing teachers at the Dance Arts Center!”
“We loved our previous studios and were a little worried about how we would fit in joining so late in the game but everyone was instantly welcoming and kind.”
“The instructors are kind and great with children.”
“We loved our previous studios and were a little worried about how we would fit in joining so late in the game but everyone was instantly welcoming and kind.”
“She keeps recital fresh which is the work of all the teachers but ultimately it falls on Marla’s shoulders.”
“My older daughter started dancing here a year after my youngest, and she can tend to lack confidence in herself.”
From the reviews
I can’t speak for now, but I know it was a wonderful experience for both my girls both as dancers and assistant teachers definitely taught them time management and priorities in their lives. As a mom, Miss Marla and her staff were mindful of the cost of costumes and the age appropriate nature of their craft.
This is our third studio in the 13 years my daughter has danced and we feel like we are home. We loved our previous studios and were a little worried about how we would fit in joining so late in the game but everyone was instantly welcoming and kind. My daughter has already made lifelong friends at DAC as have I.
We love DAC! My daughter has learned so much and each year she gets more and more talented, confident, disciplined and absolutely loves dance and her teachers are so amazing, Ms Ari, Ms Casi, Ms Marla and all the assistants are all amazing with her. Patient, kind, supportive, encouraging!
Jaxson absolutely loves taking dance at the DAC and especially loves his teacher, Mr. Caleb! This has been a wonderful outlet for our high energy boy and he has learned SO much. Teachers like Caleb are a rare gem! Blessed to have the best.
Your first ballet class at The Dance Arts Center
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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