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Woodstock Dance Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in Woodstock, Illinois
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
- Phone (779) 775-8931
- Website & schedule woodstockdanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been dancing at the Woodstock Dance Academy for 3 years now, since she was 5, and we are so pleased with Linda (and all of the teachers!”
What families & students say
“Pohlman is an amazing teacher, and I've learned so much from her and all of the other students and staff.”
“It's a welcoming atmosphere for dancers, while offering the discipline and joy of dance for many ages.”
“He also loved performing in a full length ballet at the Opera House last summer and can't wait to do it again.”
“WDA is a professional ballet studio where dancers learn classical ballet plus character (forms of jazz).”
“We love that WDA is a fun and comfortable setting for my little one to begin learning the discipline of ballet.”
From the reviews
My son has danced at several other dance studios but none compares to Woodstock Dance Academy. He gets a truly quality, age appropriate dance education in a warm and caring environment at a reasonable price. The classes for the youngest kids are sweet & fun and the activities varied to keep the kids interested.
We love that WDA is a fun and comfortable setting for my little one to begin learning the discipline of ballet. She’s engaged in a class with her peers, moving her body and learning to dance. There is dancing, yoga and tumbling! In October, there was discussion about the skeleton.
My daughter has been dancing at the Woodstock Dance Academy for 3 years now, since she was 5, and we are so pleased with Linda (and all of the teachers!) and the classes. I love how Linda ensures the level of instruction is appropriate for each stage of learning.
We couldn’t be more pleased with the experience our daughter is having at Woodstock Dance Academy. Her small spark of interest has grown into a flame under Miss Linda’s teaching. Our daughter raves about Miss Linda and her staff. They are all gifted teachers that truly enjoy sharing their love of dance with children.
Your first ballet class at Woodstock 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.
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