Dance is a gift that will last a lifetime.
Dance is an athletic art form that strengthens the student physically, stimulates them mentally, and inspires them artistically. Dance training lasts a lifetime, thus any time is the right time to begin.
Dance promotes good postural alignment, physical strength, and flexibility, teaching poise and positively impacting an individual’s level of self-confidence. Dance enhances musical awareness and helps develop rhythm and coordination. It stimulates artistic thought and feelings of well-being. Dance is for every body!
Primary Classes
Ages 3-7
A fun and encouraging introduction to the world of dance, the Primary Division is designed to engage the young child in the process of learning.
Student Classes
Ages 7+ and Teen
The foundation for all future dance training, the Student Division emphasizes proper posture, placement, and coordination.
Academy Division
Pre-Professional Program
Technically and artistically challenging, the Academy Program prepares dancers for training in a college program or a professional setting.
Drop-In Classes for 18 & Up
Drop-in for 18 & up
Life is a dance...live a little! The Open Adult division provides quality dance training in a positive and encouraging environment.
Dance Center Evanston Updates
- Fall 2024 begins Tuesday, September 3 and will continue through Saturday, December 21.
- Winter/Spring 2024 begins Monday, January 6 – Sunday, June 1.
Evanston Dance Ensemble Updates
- Don’t miss EDE’s exciting 27th season! The Season of Wonder
- EDE Fall Show: November 15-17, Studio5
- ede2 MainStage Show: March 8-9, Studio5
- EDE Spring Show: April 3-6, Louis Theater
Studio5 Updates
- The best way to be in the know about Studio5 is to visit our website or sign up for our mailing list Don’t miss a (down)beat!
The DCE Difference
DCE’s mission has always been to bring quality dance instruction to each student— fostering physical health, developing cognitive skills, and inspiring artistry. As we dance into our 31st year, I look back fondly at generations of dancers growing up under the care and encouragement of our creative faculty. Together we have seen thousands of students take the many benefits of dance training into diverse fields of study, and we are especially gratified when we see previous students engaged in professional dance careers.
DCE’s program has always been grounded in foundational techniques and open to new ways of moving. Offering many styles of dance, DCE also has multiple performance opportunities such as our Annual Recital, Dance Performance Workshop, and Summer Company. DCE is also home to the Evanston Dance Ensemble and ede2, giving dedicated students further opportunities to create and perform.
- Bea Rashid, Director
