Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance Studio in Crystal, MN
Intrepid Dance has been dedicated to fostering a family-friendly environment for dance education since our founding. Our mission is to help dancers of all ages grow artistically while building lasting friendships through the art of dance. With a well-rounded team of experienced instructors, we offer both recreational programs and competitive teams tailored to meet diverse needs. Our studio provides age-appropriate choreography, affordable classes, and flexible scheduling to accommodate family lifestyles. We prioritize personalized attention through smaller class sizes and comprehensive training in multiple dance styles.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities featuring suspended dance floors, ballet barres, and full-length mirrors. We maintain transparency in costs and payment options while ensuring accessibility for all skill levels. Our staff's extensive industry experience includes training with renowned choreographers and competing nationally. We emphasize life skills development through dance, creating a nurturing yet disciplined atmosphere where students thrive. Our community-focused approach has earned recognition as a trusted local studio for eight consecutive seasons.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Instruction
Tap Dance Training
Hip Hop Workshops
Lyrical Choreography
Competitive Teams
Adult Dance Fitness
Mini Session Programs
Recreational Programs
Acro Certification
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Family-friendly environment with caring, experienced instructors
- Flexible scheduling across multiple dance styles and age groups
- Proven track record of competitive success and artistic development
- Transparent pricing with affordable costume and class options
- State-of-the-art facilities with three dedicated dance studios
What people say
Top-notch teachers
Loves the studio
Personalized attention
Nurturing environment
Grown leaps and bounds
Services
Recreational Program
Our Recreational Program offers accessible dance instruction for ages 2 to adult with no audition requirements. Classes focus on foundational techniques across multiple styles while maintaining a fun, non-competitive environment. This program emphasizes creative expression and physical development through age-appropriate choreography and costuming.
Competitive Program
The Competitive Program provides intensive training for dedicated dancers seeking performance excellence. Participants receive advanced instruction in technical precision, artistic interpretation, and stage presence through regular competitions. Our award-winning teams have earned recognition at regional and national events for choreography and execution.
Adult Classes
Adult Classes combine dance technique with fitness training for all experience levels. These sessions improve coordination, strength, and flexibility while teaching various dance styles. Classes maintain a supportive atmosphere where adults can enjoy creative movement without performance pressures.
Mini Session Program
The Mini Session Program offers focused dance instruction through limited-duration workshops. These sessions provide concentrated training in specific styles or techniques without long-term commitment. Ideal for trying new dance forms or supplementing regular training with specialized instruction.
Acro Certification
Our Acro Certification program integrates dance with acrobatic skills under certified instruction. Students develop flexibility, strength, and balance while learning safe progression techniques. This specialized training enhances performance capabilities for dancers in all programs through controlled, artistic movement combinations.
People
Melissa McCabe
Owner/Director/Choreographer
With 22 years of training in multiple dance styles and 12 years of competitive experience, Melissa brings extensive expertise to her role. She has trained with industry professionals and choreographed award-winning routines while developing dancers' technical and performance skills.
Whitney Nobles
Creative Director/Choreographer
Whitney has 14 years of dance training and competitive experience, with national award-winning choreography in lyrical and hip hop categories. She specializes in connecting with students to develop their technical abilities and artistic expression through engaging instruction.
Luann Burger
Instructor/Choreographer
Founder of Metro Dance Center with decades of teaching experience, Luann brings innovative tap and musical theater instruction. Her national and international award-winning choreography emphasizes life skills development through dance education and mentorship.
Sarah Jaakola
Instructor/Choreographer
Specializing in lyrical dance, Sarah combines 15+ years of competitive experience with youth instruction expertise. She focuses on expressive movement and technical development while maintaining an energetic, fun approach to teaching children's classes.
Renee Olds
Assistant Instructor
Current competition team member with nine years of experience, Renee specializes in tap instruction. She brings fresh perspective as both student and assistant, emphasizing enjoyment and self-expression through dance education.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide instruction in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and pointe techniques for ages 2 to adult.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Our annual recital showcases student progress, with additional performance opportunities at local events and competitions.
How does registration work?
Registration opens May 16 for current families and June 1 for the public, with auto-payment enrollment required to secure class placement.
What are class sizes?
We maintain smaller class sizes to ensure personalized attention, with student-teacher ratios optimized for effective instruction.
Can students try classes first?
We recommend early registration before open house events, with mini session workshops available for trying different dance styles.
What if we need to withdraw?
A 30-day written notice is required for withdrawal, with all current month fees still due per our enrollment agreement.
