Business Details
Your Premier Dance School in Cuyahoga Falls
At Ihde Rather Be Dancing, we are dedicated to providing exceptional dance education in a nurturing, family-friendly environment. Our mission is to instill a passion for the performing arts in students of all ages and abilities, fostering creativity, discipline, and confidence that extend beyond the classroom. With over two decades of experience, our owner and director has cultivated a studio where students receive top-tier instruction, regardless of their skill level. Our team of highly trained instructors brings extensive professional and teaching experience, including participation in national competitions, professional performances, and advanced dance education.We offer a diverse range of classes, from ballet and jazz to hip hop and contemporary, alongside competitive team opportunities that emphasize teamwork, work ethic, and character development. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our award-winning choreography, personalized approach to teaching, and the numerous accolades earned by our students and faculty. By combining technical excellence with a supportive atmosphere, we aim to empower students to achieve their full potential both as dancers and as individuals.
Services
Ballet
Jazz & Technique
Tap
Hip Hop
Contemporary/Lyrical
Competitive Team
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in dance education with nationally recognized instructors.
- Our competitive team wins top awards at regional and national dance competitions.
- We provide diverse styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary.
- Our nurturing environment supports students of all ages and ability levels.
- We emphasize character development alongside technical dance excellence.
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical precision, grace, and artistry through structured training for all skill levels. Students learn foundational techniques while building strength, flexibility, and musicality. This discipline prepares dancers for advanced study and performance opportunities in classical and contemporary repertoire.
Competitive Team
The competitive team offers regional and national performance opportunities for dedicated dancers aged 5-18. Participants receive advanced training in choreography, stage presence, and technical execution while building confidence and teamwork skills. Our award-winning program emphasizes both artistic growth and character development through rigorous competition preparation.
Hip Hop
Our hip hop classes teach dynamic movement, rhythm, and self-expression through contemporary street dance styles. Students develop coordination, musicality, and performance energy while learning choreography from experienced instructors with professional performance backgrounds in theater and touring productions.
Tap
Tap instruction focuses on developing clear rhythm, precision, and improvisation skills through percussive footwork. Classes incorporate musical theory and syncopation patterns while emphasizing technical development and creative expression for dancers of all experience levels.
Contemporary/Lyrical
This program combines modern, jazz, and ballet techniques to create emotionally expressive performances. Students explore fluid movement, floor work, and improvisation while developing artistry and technical versatility through structured choreography and creative exercises.
People
Elisabeth Ihde Cavallaro
Owner and Director
With over 20 years of teaching experience, Elisabeth is a nationally recognized choreographer and former professional dancer. She trained at Akron Dance Institute and received scholarships from prestigious institutions including Joffrey Ballet and Pennsylvania Youth Ballet.
Rachel DelBene
Teacher
Rachel holds a Bachelor's degree in Dance with a business cognate. She teaches multiple styles including tap, ballet, and hip hop while maintaining an active performance career in regional theater productions and professional dance companies.
Isabella Deikun
Teacher
Isabella has 12 years of dance experience with 10 years on IRBD's award-winning competition team. She has won multiple national titles and brings firsthand competition experience to her teaching of younger students.
Brianna Habel
Teacher
Brianna earned her BFA in Ballet from University of Cincinnati's College Conservatory of Music. She has danced professionally with Cincinnati Ballet and Nevada Ballet Theatre, bringing extensive performance expertise to her instruction.
Abigail Garlock
Teacher
Abby holds a Master's degree in Special Education and has studied dance extensively since childhood. She brings both academic expertise and professional performance experience from Motor City Soles and other regional productions.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary/lyrical classes for students of all ages and skill levels.
Are there competitive opportunities available?
Yes, our Competitive Team participates in regional and national competitions with award-winning choreography and performance programs.
How do I register for classes?
You can register through our online portal or contact the studio office at 330-923-8510 for registration assistance and class schedule details.
What are your dress code requirements?
Specific dress codes vary by class type. Detailed requirements are available in our Studio Policies section or by contacting our office directly.
Do you offer classes for beginners?
Yes, we provide age-appropriate classes for all skill levels from introductory courses to advanced technical training programs.
