Business Details
42 Years
experience
Premier Dance School in Lakeville, MN
Danceworks Performing Art has been a leader in dance education since 1984, founded by visionary Ann Proudfoot. Our studio combines decades of experience with a commitment to fostering personal growth through dance. We offer programs for students aged 2 to adult, including recreational and competitive options. Our team of award-winning instructors brings expertise from professional dance careers and advanced academic training. We prioritize individualized attention, ensuring each student develops technical proficiency and self-confidence.Recognized as a 3x ADCC Studio of Excellence and 2024 City's South Magazine Best Dance Studio, we maintain rigorous standards of excellence. Our curriculum includes ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip hop, with specialized programs for special needs dancers. We prepare students for competitions, recitals, and lifelong appreciation of dance. Located in Lakeville, MN, we serve local and regional communities with flexible class schedules. Contact us today to begin your dance journey with Minnesota's premier dance institution.
Services
Competitive Dance Programs
Recreational Dance Classes
Ballet Training
Hip Hop & Contemporary
Adaptive Dance
Adult Dance Classes
Summer Intensives
Pointe & Tumbling
Musical Theatre
Parent/Toddler Classes
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of proven excellence in dance education since 1984
- Our staff includes award-winning professionals with advanced dance degrees
- We provide personalized instruction for students aged 2 through adult
- Our competitive teams have earned multiple regional and national recognitions
- We maintain a 100% focus on technical mastery and student confidence building
Services
Competitive Dance Programs
Our competitive dance ensembles provide intensive training in jazz, tap, lyrical, and contemporary styles. Dancers receive weekly ballet instruction and participate in regional and national competitions. The program includes team bonding activities and summer intensives for skill development.
Recreational Dance Classes
Recreational classes cater to children aged 2+ and adults with varying skill levels. Offerings include ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop with flexible scheduling options. No prior experience required, focusing on fun and foundational technique development.
Ballet Training
Classical ballet instruction follows structured levels from beginner to advanced. Students receive pointe work preparation and performance opportunities in annual recitals. Classes emphasize proper technique, posture, and artistic expression.
Adaptive Dance
Inclusive dance program designed for teens and young adults with special needs. Classes incorporate jazz and hip hop styles with multiple teaching assistants for personalized support. Participants perform in the annual spring recital.
Adult Dance Classes
Tap, contemporary ballet, and hip hop classes for adults aged 18+. Sessions focus on fitness benefits, stress relief, and social interaction. No experience necessary with options for all skill levels.
People
Ann Proudfoot
Owner/Visionary Director
B.S. in Dance and Physical Education from University of Utah. Established DanceWorks in 1984 after teaching experience in Illinois and Minnesota. Recipient of multiple studio excellence awards.
Melanie
Studio Director
Former competitive dancer with 3 state championships. Holds Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Oversees competition programs and studio operations.
Kelly
Recreational Program Coordinator
20-year teaching veteran with University of Minnesota-Duluth communications degree. Specializes in early childhood dance education and creative movement instruction.
Caitlin
Assistant Director
Business degree from University of St. Thomas. Former Kaleena Miller Dance junior company member. Manages tuition operations and competition logistics.
Katy
Competition Tap Instructor
15+ years teaching experience with national competition awards. Specializes in tap technique and choreography for competition groups.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for dance classes?
We offer classes for children as young as 2 years old through adult programs.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, we have multiple award-winning competition teams from Mini Line through Senior Company levels.
What dance styles are available?
We teach ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, musical theatre, and lyrical styles.
Are there special programs for beginners?
Our recreational classes and Learn 2 Move program cater to all experience levels including complete beginners.
Do you have summer dance programs?
We offer summer intensives for competition dancers and regular classes for recreational students.
What performance opportunities exist?
Annual recitals in May with optional competition performances for enrolled students.
