Business Details
41 Years
experience
Professional Dance Instruction in Irving, TX Since 1985
Dana's Dance Academy has been dedicated to the art of dance education in Irving, Texas since 1985. Our academy offers comprehensive instruction in a wide range of dance styles, from classical ballet and tap to contemporary and hip hop, catering to students of all ages and skill levels. With a faculty of experienced professionals, including former Kilgore Rangerettes and Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, we provide technical training grounded in discipline and artistic expression. Our facility, housed in a historic downtown complex, features multiple studios equipped with professional-grade amenities for optimal learning. We emphasize holistic development through dance, combining technique, terminology, and performance skills while fostering creativity and physical conditioning.The academy actively contributes to the local arts community through outreach programs, charity performances, and partnerships with Irving schools. Our alumni have achieved success in professional dance companies, university scholarship programs, and dance education careers. With flexible scheduling options and a commitment to accessibility, we welcome both recreational learners and aspiring professionals. Our summer programs at the Irving Arts Center and specialized instruction in Polynesian, Bharatanatyam, and Belly dance further demonstrate our dedication to diverse dance education. Through structured curricula and performance opportunities, we aim to cultivate both technical proficiency and lifelong appreciation for dance.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Instruction
Jazz Dance Training
Hip Hop Workshops
Contemporary Dance
Acro Conditioning
Modern Dance
Choreography Sessions
Creative Movement
Studio Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Experienced instructors with professional performance backgrounds
- Comprehensive curriculum from beginner to advanced levels
- Specialized instruction in 12+ dance styles including cultural forms
- Historic facility with three fully-equipped dance studios
- Community engagement through charity performances and school partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Dallas Dance Council
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops foundational technique through structured training in classical positions, barre work, and center combinations. Students learn proper alignment, musicality, and performance quality while progressing through recognized skill levels. Classes emphasize grace, precision, and artistic expression for ages 5 through adult.
Tap Instruction
Tap dance courses focus on rhythm, coordination, and sound production using specialized footwear. Students explore various styles from Broadway to improvisational tap while developing musical timing and complex foot patterns. Classes available for beginners through advanced performers.
Hip Hop Workshops
Contemporary hip hop classes teach street dance techniques including popping, locking, and breaking fundamentals. Instructors emphasize musicality, freestyle expression, and choreography in a high-energy environment. Sessions available for children, teens, and adults at multiple skill levels.
Studio Rentals
Our historic downtown facility offers three rentable studios with professional amenities. Academy I features stained glass and vaulted ceilings for 30-person events. Academy II provides 50-capacity space with sound system, while Academy III suits intimate gatherings of 20 with connecting access.
Creative Movement
Specialized classes for 2-year-olds introduce basic motor skills and rhythm through playful dance activities. Curriculum develops coordination, spatial awareness, and musical response using imaginative movement games and age-appropriate choreography in a parent-participation format.
People
Dana Davis-Bailey
Owner/Artistic Director
Founder of Dana's Dance Academy with over 35 years of professional experience. Former Kilgore Rangerette Lieutenant and Dallas Ballet Company performer. Recipient of Irving's High Spirited Citizen Award, she specializes in choreography and community arts development.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, modern, acro/conditioning, choreography, and creative movement. Specialized classes in Polynesian, Bharatanatyam, and Belly dance are also available.
Are there classes for young children?
Yes! We offer Creative Movement classes for 2-year-olds introducing dance fundamentals through playful activities with parent participation. Our curriculum progresses through age-appropriate levels.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in annual recitals with costume requirements. We also organize community performances at local events and partner with Irving schools for special projects throughout the year.
Do you rent studio space?
Yes, our historic facility offers three rentable studios with hardwood floors, mirrors, and professional amenities. Academy I accommodates 30 people, Academy II holds 50, and Academy III suits intimate groups of 20.
What are your instructor qualifications?
Our faculty includes former professional dancers, award-winning choreographers, and specialists with decades of teaching experience. Many instructors have performed with notable companies like Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Irving Ballet.
