Searching for Dance Classes for Your Family?
One of my favorite memories of my kids as toddlers is how early they started dancing.
On those little wobbly legs where they tumble time and time again, you see a tiny bounce in their step, a wave of their arms, and a nodding of their heads to the beat.
Dance is a powerful art that can begin early in a child’s life as a favorite extracurricular activity.
For many, their interest continues as they age, and they want to enroll in formal dance classes to convert those early wobbles into graceful movements.
In this guide
Where Do I Start?
You start here. Fortunately, Kalamazoo offers a wide variety of dance classes for boys and girls, ranging from 18 months to 18 years of age.
This guide offers a variety of options, whether your child’s interest lies in ballet, tap, hip hop, jazz, modern dance, or something in between.
Featured Dance Studios
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Momentum Dance Studios
Momentum Dance Studio offers a dynamic and supportive environment where dancers can explore a variety of styles including:
- Hip Hop
- Jazz
- Ballet
- Acro
- Tap
Our programs are designed to grow with your dancer, offering age-appropriate classes for beginners through advanced levels.
Whether your child is stepping into the studio for the first time or looking to refine their technique, our experienced instructors focus on building confidence, creativity, and strong technical foundations.
Dancers have the opportunity to participate in recreational classes, community performances, and our annual recital. For those seeking more, we offer performance teams and private lessons tailored to individual goals.
Momentum Dance is more than just a class—it’s a place where dancers are encouraged, challenged, and celebrated every step of the way.
Join us in a positive and welcoming environment where passion meets progress, and every dancer is inspired to shine.
- Hip Hop
- Jazz
- Ballet
- Acro
- Tap
Our programs are designed to grow with your dancer, offering age-appropriate classes for beginners through advanced levels.
Whether your child is stepping into the studio for the first time or looking to refine their technique, our experienced instructors focus on building confidence, creativity, and strong technical foundations.
Dancers have the opportunity to participate in recreational classes, community performances, and our annual recital. For those seeking more, we offer performance teams and private lessons tailored to individual goals.
Momentum Dance is more than just a class—it’s a place where dancers are encouraged, challenged, and celebrated every step of the way.
Join us in a positive and welcoming environment where passion meets progress, and every dancer is inspired to shine.
OFFERING: Toddler Dance Classes, Ballet Classes, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro Dance, Modern
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Ballet Kalamazoo
Ballet Kalamazoo is where young dancers are trained, celebrated, and inspired. Located in the heart of Downtown Kalamazoo. Our studio offers more than just classes, it offers opportunities to perform in The Nutcracker and original fairy tale ballets that connect to audiences and build confidence.
Our highly qualified, caring instructors nurture every dancer’s growth with exceptional technique and joyful creativity. Ballet Kalamazoo leads with heart, quality, and vision offering a place where children grow as artists and individuals.
Here, your child finds belonging in a dance community that values kindness, beauty, expression, and strong technique foundations. Come shine with us!
Our highly qualified, caring instructors nurture every dancer’s growth with exceptional technique and joyful creativity. Ballet Kalamazoo leads with heart, quality, and vision offering a place where children grow as artists and individuals.
Here, your child finds belonging in a dance community that values kindness, beauty, expression, and strong technique foundations. Come shine with us!
OFFERING: Ballet Classes, Lyrical, Modern, Creative Movement
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Wellspring Dance Academy
We are passionate about providing a space where our students can excel their dance technique and artistry at their own pace.
Our qualified dance instructors and refined curriculum deliberately support a student-centered approach to learning so our students confidently progress through our program.
We are proud of our sustained partnerships with organizations including KCReady 4s, Kalamazoo Youth Development Network, and Dance Education Equity Association, who guide us through this important work.
Offerings for ages 3+.
Our qualified dance instructors and refined curriculum deliberately support a student-centered approach to learning so our students confidently progress through our program.
We are proud of our sustained partnerships with organizations including KCReady 4s, Kalamazoo Youth Development Network, and Dance Education Equity Association, who guide us through this important work.
Offerings for ages 3+.
OFFERING: Ballet Classes, Jazz, Modern, Creative Movement
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Momentum Dance Studios
Momentum Dance Studios is proud to offer a wide variety of exceptional dance classes!
Located at Branch Gymnastics in Kalamazoo, we offer Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-hop, and Gymnastics Combo classes. We strive to educate and inspire our students with a life-long love of dance as performance art. Our dancers learn how to dance while building self-esteem and having fun in our unique recreational and newly competitive environments.
Classes start at age 3- sign up today!
Located at Branch Gymnastics in Kalamazoo, we offer Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-hop, and Gymnastics Combo classes. We strive to educate and inspire our students with a life-long love of dance as performance art. Our dancers learn how to dance while building self-esteem and having fun in our unique recreational and newly competitive environments.
Classes start at age 3- sign up today!
OFFERING: Ballet Classes, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
BSD Dance Studio
BSD Dance Studio offers non-competitive dance instruction in Portage, Michigan for toddlers to adults in a variety of dance formats.
At BSD, we celebrate the uniqueness of all dancers and are a safe and welcoming studio family. We are BOLD. We are STRONG. We are DEDICATED. Together, WE ARE BSD.
At BSD, we celebrate the uniqueness of all dancers and are a safe and welcoming studio family. We are BOLD. We are STRONG. We are DEDICATED. Together, WE ARE BSD.
OFFERING: Toddler Dance Classes, Mommy & Me, Ballet Classes, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Acro Dance, Modern, Creative Movement, Parent & Child
AGES: Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
AGES: Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Dance Classes for Kids FAQs
Enrolling in dance classes can feel overwhelming at first. We’ve rounded up the most frequently asked questions to help get your future dancer started:
Q1: At What Age Do Dance Classes Start?
Many dance studios offer classes beginning at age two, but kids can enroll at any age.
Q2: When Do You Register for Dance Classes?
Most studios open registration in the Spring (May) for the following Fall season. Many stagger enrollment, offering sign-ups to existing students first before expanding to all local families.
Q3: Where Can My Child Dance Without A lot of Experience?
Most studios offer both recreational and competitive dance options. Recreational would be open to all interested dancers, irrespective of experience level.
Q4: Will We Have to Travel for Competitions?
Yes. If your child is enrolled in competitive dance, travel will be required. We recommend confirming travel expectations (locations- national/regional and frequency) before registering your child.
Q5: How Much Does it Cost to Participate in Dance?
For the youngest dancers, expect to pay about $40 per month for lessons plus dance attire and recital costs.
As dancers age, they frequently enroll in multiple disciplines (ballet, tap, acro, jazz, etc) so costs will increase. Competitive dance costs more and would also include travel expenses.
Recital costs are additional: parents usually have to pay separately for performance tickets and costumes.
Q6: What Clothing or Equipment is Needed for Dance?
Dancers would be required to wear a leotard and tights with the proper shoes for most disciplines and comfy clothes for hip hop. The dance studio should provide apparel requirements at registration.
Dancers (whether recreational or competitive) will also need special costumes for recitals.
Directory: Kalamazoo Dance Studios + Dance Classes
We’ve rounded up over a dozen locations in Southwest Michigan for your child to twirl, tap, twist, and flip into dance.
Academy of Dance Arts 536 Romence Rd, Ste 109, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Ballet Arts School of Dance 2018 Rambling Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
Ballet Kalamazoo 316 S Kalamazoo Mall, Ste 108, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| BSD Dance Studio 6722 S Westnedge Ave, Ste B, Portage, MI 49002 |
| Excel Dance Centre 6775 W Q Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 |
| Kalamazoo Chinese Academy 203 E Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49002 |
| Momentum Dance Studios 6712 Financial Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 |
| Mosaic Dance Center 10097 Oakland Dr, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Move with Joy Dance Studio 1103 Portage St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 |
| Patti Herm School of Dance 719 E Allegan Ave, Otsego, MI 49078 |
| Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Ste 3, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| SMLC Ballet Ministry St. Michael Lutheran Church & School 7211 Oakland Dr, Portage, MI 49024 |
| The Dance Zone- Paw Paw 28895 Red Arrow Hwy, Paw Paw, MI 49079 |
| The Space Dance Company 2636 US-131, Schoolcraft, MI 49093 |
| Traci Phelps Studios LLC 9975 E M-89, Ste 1, Richland, MI 49083 |
| Trinity Prep Center 6018 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 |
| Tye Chua Dance 315 W Michigan, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Wellspring Dance Academy 359 S Kalamazoo Mall, Ste 204, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| West Michigan Dance Center 136 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002 |
| YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo 1001 W Maple St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
More Sports & Extracurriculars
Move with Joy – Dance, Yoga, and Pilates Studio in Downtown Kalamazoo! She has lots of different dance classes for kids. She makes them incredibly fun and amazingly informational. Joy is an incredible teacher.