Best Ballet Classes in Libertyville, IL

“Dancers come to Ballet Makkai from throughout the surrounding suburbs and even as far away as Chicago, and the studio is always open to newcomers and maintains a welcoming, friendly atmosphere among veterans and newcomers alike.”

“I'm always impressed at the organization of the team and creativity the staff shows as well as their efforts to further build the Lo Mastro dance community.”

“I love that she show the girls that dancing isn't just all about them and that it is important for them to share their gifts with the greater community by doing performances for both seniors and children in local community centers and senior centers”

“Classes from the earliest ages through Senior Company levels, provide high level technique and instruction in a friendly, structured environment with experienced, professional instructors in all areas of dance.”

“The communication for the team is amazing and we the team of boys has grown together over the past few years so much that it has led us to compete and win First Place of World of Dance and we have traveled to CA for the past 2 years.”

“The teachers are skilled and beautifully balance their high expectations for their dancers with kindness and encouragement--they truly care about the whole child.”

“You can tell everyone took ballet seriously, as it was treated as an art form—simply put, the level of training provided by Illinois Classical Ballet is unmatched by any other dance schools in the Chicagoland area.”

“She is very kind and patient to all the kids in her class and from the way she talks to us, parents, you can tell that she wants nothing more but for our kids to succeed in dance!”

“The staff is nice and friendly and well yes things settle out are very busy you get used to their format fairly easily you just have to communicate with them choices”

“We were able to participate in the 2023 annual performance and it was one of the best experiences to see all the classes (adults, young adults and the kids) perform the routines that represented so many different regions of Mexico.”

“At the end of the year they put on amazing performances that everyone from the youngest students to high school level and adult dancers get to be a part of.”

“My youngest has been dancing at LBP for seven years and every year, we end up signing up for more classes, performances and dance team numbers because it's been such a fulfilling experience for our dancer AND entire family.”

“I have very little knowledge about ballet and any other dance type or choreography but I have danced hip hop in school since I could remember and love it but too afraid I will not learn anything what do I do”

“Miss Kelley not only teaches these kiddos dance, but the importance of sisterhood and helps them develop a sense of community & dance-family among their peers & instructors.”

“Instructor did a good job of mixing up dance moves and craft/story time to keep the toddlers entertained.”

“Amazing dance studio.....”

“The kids love their class”

“My husband and I also love that even at this age, the students are responsible for preparing themselves for class, participating and then preparing themselves (getting dressed, shoes on, etc.”

“She has been dedicated and put in many hours of rehearsal, and at her end of the year show it's always wonderful to view how those hours have paid off in perfected new steps and choreography.”

“Love the Nutcracker every year.”