Best Dance Classes in Waukegan, IL

“They have a great variety of classes depending upon your interests, and my three girls have taken various dance classes, as well as Broadway and Mommy & Me classes.”

“My two elementary school aged daughters, who did not have very much dance experience, were able to be part of the Nutcracker, recitals and a competition.”

“The classes are well-structured and the instructors provide clear and detailed instructions, making it easy for students to follow along and improve their skills.”

“Kenya thanks for noticing his love of dance and inviting him to take part.”

“My dad and I took lessons for the daddy daughter dance for my wedding, and we had the pleasure of working with Anna, who is so knowledgeable, patient and funny.”

“We feel like this class is a PERFECT fit for her because she is this little ball of energy, and Ms Haley's class gives her a positive outlet to burn that energy and give her some focus.”

“The class and the instructors have given her a unique self confidence that she has not acquired in any of the extra curricular classes she has tried before this.”

“The instructors and students alike create a very welcoming and positive environment which will make any dancer feel at home and confident to be themselves in any dance they do.”

“We re-located to Lake Zurich and still make the drive back and forth to HP because Makkai truly cares about their dancers and has been an incredible experience for our daughter.”

“The addition of the new teachers and the studio's resilience in dealing with the pandemic makes it an even better place for any dancer and the community.”

“As a medalist in the World Championships, she is highly respected in the world of Irish dance - so much so that you don't hear her name and immediately associate her as our local legend!”

“When both of my daughters dance in this studio many days a week, as parents, we care not only whether the studio teaches them dance well, but also whether they are happy at the studio, whether they are respected, and whether they can make good friend...”

“EM's is an amazing new studio, taking the utmost care to ensure all safety and sanitation measures during this crazy time.”

“There are so many reasons we come back each year, but what I appreciate the most is the amazing and dedicated teachers who inspire her to work hard to achieve her goals and to do her best both on stage and as a team member.”

“I know many people who send their kids to classes here at a young age and then decide to continue with their academy program all the way thru high school.”

“Some taught good technique but the environment was toxic, or there was not enough focus on technique and too much focus on competitions, or they made you choose between the studio or high school activities rather than allowing both, or the dress code...”

“The staff is amazing and so friendly, and I love the way they are teaching fundamentals to build up their skills, especially for my little one who was 4 when she started.”

“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.”

“Shelley is kind and encouraging with the little ones and she has assembled an outstanding group of teachers!”

“Adult ballet has healed my back problems and has been a major factor in helping me recover from various other physical insults of aging, but even more than that, the adult classes at NSSD continue to offer adult dancers of whatever age, skill or expe...”

“Vasanthy is a beautiful dancer and is very passionate about teaching and kindling interest in the kids towards learning dance and has a beautiful knack to challenge them and help them perfect this beautiful art.”