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REGISTER FOR FALL CLASSES
FALL SCHEDULE
ADULT CLASS STYLES AND RATES

NEW STUDENT? Your first class is just $5!
With over 45 adult classes a week to choose from it can be tough to decide which class to take. We just made that a little easier—if you’re a new adult class student, your first class is only $5! No coupon, no email, no hassle! Register in person or online and select “new student” and take your first class for only $5. Plus, you can continue trying out classes with unlimited weekly pass for $65!
(Expires 7 days from first use; valid for virtual, in-studio, outdoor, and pre-recorded classes.)
The $5 New Student class may only be used for regular, in-studio classes and will not apply to special workshops and master classes.

Adult classes have on-going registration. Drop in or register for an entire session. You are welcome to join a class at any time, however, the more consistent your attendance is the more improvement you’ll see in your technique.

Registration must take place online through MINDBODY no later than 2 hours before the start of class. (For example, if taking a 12pm class, you must register by 10 am.)

Class sizes are limited, so be sure to register to reserve your spot.

Classes not meeting minimum enrollment may be canceled and students will be notified.

ADULT STYLES
ADULT RATES
Session Dates

DANCEWORKS @ MYAC

Fall 2025
SEPTEMBER 2 – DECEMBER 20
No classes 11/26-30 and 12/21-1/4.

Studio Breaks

Independence Day
JUL 3 – 5

No classes 11/26-30 and 12/21-1/4.

Adult Registration Policies

Please visit our policy page for more information

STUDIO SCHOLARSHIPS

The purpose of the Shining Light Studio Scholarship is to lessen the financial burden of quality dance training for families in the Milwaukee area and elevate those with a desire to work in the field. Students can be awarded partial or complete tuition for Danceworks classes, programs or Danceworks Youth Performance Company tuition. We encourage all individuals regardless of age, race and gender to apply. Contact Gabi Sustache-Turner to learn more and/or apply for a scholarship.

The Shining Light Studio Scholarship is in memory of Paulette Johnson, a loving mother who knew the power of dance and how it could change a person’s life.

fall schedule
Session Dates

MYAC + JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER LOCATIONS

Fall 2025
Mon. September 8 – Sat. December 20, 2025

youth Rates

DANCEWORKS @ MYAC CLASSES:
Monday or Tuesday classes: $270 (15 weeks)
Wednesday–Saturday classes: $252 (14 weeks)

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC) CLASSES:
Monday or Tuesday classes:
Member $198 / Non-member $216 (12 weeks)

Wednesday classes:
Member $162 / Non-member $180 (10 weeks)

Please check our website at DanceworksMKE.org for dates off at the JCC due to the observance of the fall holidays. 

Multiple Class Discount:
(per family or individual) $5 off the second class

Studio Breaks

No classes 11/26-30 and 12/21-1/4

Special Offers

Register for 2 classes or more and save $15 on additional classes per family or individual student.

FOSTER FAMILIES
We have partnered with Children’s Wisconsin to provide a 15% discount on youth studio classes and School Day Off Workshops for foster families. Please call our front desk at (414) 277-8480 to register and apply the discount.

Payment plans are available. Contact our front desk at 414-227-8480

YOUTH CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Offerings vary by session. Please view our current session brochure above for current offerings.

BALLET

Focuses on exercises, techniques, and steps of classical ballet with an emphasis on terminology and correct body alignment. Develops an aesthetic awareness of the art of classical ballet. Includes a warm-up at the barre with center floor work and combinations.

BALLROOM

Covers the basics of ballroom dance favorites like the Fox Trot, Tango and Waltz along with Latin styles such as the Cha Cha, Salsa and Rumba.

CREATIVE DANCE

Fun and games that explore creativity and self-expression and develop dance skills that prepare students to move into other movement disciplines. Focuses on coordination, rhythm and creativity.

DANCE WITH ME

Start your child on his or her way to a life-long love of movement and music. Includes simple movement that helps parents and caregivers increase flexibility and model healthy exercise habits. In this class children will learn to recognize body parts along with colors, directions, and counting while also learning basic rhythm. Through fun and games this class will develop motor skills and stimulate brain development.

INTRO TO HIP HOP

This class will teach young students basic hip hop movements while instilling rhythm and precision, preparing them for the faster pace of a hip hop technique class. Each class will include a warm up that promotes cardiovascular activity and strengthening, as well as an upbeat dance combination.

HIP HOP

A high-energy dance form using the latest music mixed with movements that are influenced by some of today’s top video choreographers. Hip Hop is a broad collection of urban street dance styles including breaking, popping, locking, turfing, jerkin and krumping and often incorporates elements of freestyling. Classes will provide a structured method of learning various styles of movement in a fun and vibrant environment. Each class will incorporate dance combinations and routines and will encourage individual expression and personal style.

JAZZ

Jazz dance is an exploration of style and presentation. Rooted in the rhythm of jazz music, jazz dance is a true American art form. Includes a warm-up that develops strength, flexibility, coordination, and dance techniques specific to jazz dance. Includes dynamic choreography set to popular music and encourages individual expression and development of personal style.

PRE BALLET

Designed to build coordination, strength and body awareness through a range of creative techniques. Introduces basic ballet terminology, positions, movements, and ballet class discipline.

TAP

Sharpens reflexes and improves memory skills and coordination. Establishes fundamental tap movements, vocabulary and works on basic rhythms and steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations. Develops musicality, timing, balance and quick weight shift.

TAP & CREATIVE DANCE

Introduces basic rhythm using simple tap steps along with coordination and movement skills that encourage creativity and prepares students or other movement disciplines. This class will cultivate a love for dance in a nurturing and fun-filled environment.

TAP & PRE BALLET

Covers the basics of ballet and tap with an emphasis on correct technique and terminology and dance class discipline.

THEATRE DANCE

Drawing from many dance styles, theater dance incorporates elements of acting combined with dance as it pertains to musical theatre. Classes will focus on proper technique and musicality and will include upbeat choreography from popular musicals.

TINY DANCER

This class focuses on creativity in motion, imagination and motor skill development. Our faculty will guide students in a way that makes exploring movement and learning fun! Tiny Dancer is a great introduction to an independent class.

Youth Registration Policies and Dress Code

Please view our policies page

STUDIO SCHOLARSHIPS

The purpose of the Shining Light Studio Scholarship is to lessen the financial burden of quality dance training for families in the Milwaukee area and elevate those with a desire to work in the field. Students can be awarded partial or complete tuition for Danceworks classes, programs or Danceworks Youth Performance Company tuition. We encourage all individuals regardless of age, race and gender to apply. Contact Gabi Sustache-Turner to learn more and/or apply for a scholarship.

The Shining Light Studio Scholarship is in memory of Paulette Johnson, a loving mother who knew the power of dance and how it could change a person’s life.

Private lessons are the best way to prepare you for an upcoming audition or special event, or to give you a boost of confidence on the dance floor.

LEARN MORE

+ Sessions can be arranged around your schedule and are available in a wide range of dance styles and levels.

+ All private sessions are with a qualified member of the Danceworks faculty who specializes in the dance style requested.

+ Lesson material is based on your individual needs and moves at a pace that is comfortable for you.

+ Private lessons can be scheduled as a single class or on an ongoing basis.

+ If your lessons involve two or more people, the total number of lessons can be split between the students involved in the private lesson. This class information will be under the MINDBODY account of the person who originally purchased the package.

PRICING

Lesson Packages

○ $80 | Single Private Lesson
○ $232 | 3 lessons in any style
○ $326 | 3 lessons with choreography
○ $458 | 6 lessons in any style
○ $551 | 6 lessons with choreography

Wedding Packages

○ $232 | Silver (3 lessons)
○ $326 | Gold (3 lessons with Choreography)
○ $458 | Platinum (6 lessons)
○ $551 | Premium (6 lessons with choreography)

CONTACT

Interested in private lessons?
Contact Gabi Sustache-Turner, Studio Education Director, at 414.277.8480 or via email.

register for WORKSHOPS

Appropriate for children in 5K-5th grades, Danceworks School Day Off Workshops run from 9am-4pm at our Danceworks @ MYAC location.

LEARN MORE

School Day Off Workshops 2025-26
Ready, Set, Explore!


Explore, learn and let your imagination run wild on a day off from school. Dance, theater, visual art, and much more will be part of each school day off workshop experience.

School Day Off WORKSHOP Dates

Friday, October 17: Roaming in the Rainforest
Monday, October 20: Imagination Station
Friday, November 7: Broadway Boogie

Pricing

Single Workshop: $80
Foster Families receive 15% off
Please call our front desk at (414)277-8480 for more information regarding how to register and apply the discount. 

Registration for all workshops will close one week before the workshop date. Space is limited – it’s never too early to register! Scholarships available.

Parties for adults are customizable, and great for birthdays, anniversaries, bachelor or bachelorette parties, girls’ night out and more! You can customize your party to create just the right experience for your crowd!

Explore

Planning a party should be simple, not stressful! Let us give you a hand. We have some spectacular youth & adult party packages to choose from and make your event one to remember.

Explore
CONTACT

We are not currently taking on any new rentals. Please contact Executive Director Julieane Cook via email with any questions.

CONTACT

We are not currently taking on any new rentals. Please contact Executive Director Julieane Cook via email with any questions.

Danceworks’ Summer Performance Workshops are appropriate for the dedicated dancer wishing to gain valuable stage experience while improving their dance technique.

LEARN MORE ABOUT WORKSHOPS

Connect with other passionate dancers and become part of an inspiring community, while receiving personalized feedback from professional choreographers. We encourage everyone to participate in the final performance, however, it’s not mandatory. We ask participants for consistent attendance to ensure everyone is ready for performance weekend! (Choreographers will need to know your participation preference before starting their pieces). Workshops may have prerequisites specific to each style.

VIEW THE 2025 CAMPS BROCHURE
LEARN MORE ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS

Make new friends, use your imagination, create original artwork and experience the thrill of performing with Summer Creative Arts Camps at Danceworks!

Exploration, creativity, and play are needed now more than ever, and Danceworks’ Summer Creative Arts Camps are here to deliver! Our team of professional arts educators have provided high-quality arts programming for over 25 years, and are dedicated to helping students see the world through imagination and creativity.

Join us for a fun-filled week of artistry in an environment where imagination thrives and lifelong passions are discovered.

At the end of each camp week, campers will showcase their work for friends and family during an informal showing during the last 30 minutes of the last day of camp class.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVES

Are you an intermediate or advanced dancer between the ages of 8-12 or 13-18 looking for a challenge this summer? If so, audition for a Danceworks’ Summer Dance Intensive! During this week-long experience, dancers will study with Danceworks’ versatile professional dancers and teaching artists. Taking a variety of classes, learning choreographed combinations, and discussing topics important to the growth of an artist, this event is sure to inspire. Audition required

Summer Dance Intensive: Ages 13-18
June 16 – 20 | 9am – 4pm

Summer Dance Intensive: Ages 8 – 12
June 23 – 27 | 9am – 12pm

Spotlight Musical Theater Workshop Add-on: Ages 8 – 12 June 23 – 27 | 1-4pm

Pricing

Summer camp and dance intensive pricing varies by offering. View the BROCHURE or visit MINDBODY to find out more.

Location

New address!
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (MYAC)
325 W. Walnut St.,
Milwaukee, WI 53212

EIN: 39-1734312

SATELLITE Location

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center (JCC)
6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay, WI 53217

Contact

Phone: 414-277-8480
Contact Us

Office Hours:
Stay tuned as we settle in to our new home. Email us here for any questions!

Founded in 1992, the mission of Danceworks, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is to enhance joy, health and creativity by engaging the community through dance.

VISION: to be a source for arts education and community collaborations.
PURPOSE: to inspire lifelong interest and participation in the arts.

MORE QUESTIONS? Please visit our FAQ and Policies Page

Proud Partner of Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

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Proud Member of United Performing Arts Fund.

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