About
DancEsteem offers dance classes in ballet, hip-hop, contemporary, creative movement, modern ballet, and modern contemporary. Classes are offered by grade, and most students take a class once a week. The program also offers summer dance camp and an annual spring performance.
Programs
- DancEsteem — Pre-k through teens; classes offered by grade · 15 to 18 week classes two times a year (fall and winter/spring); summer camp also offered · Dance classes in ballet, hip-hop, contemporary, creative movement, modern ballet, and modern contemporary; annual spring performance; Special Exchange Program for eligible students.
- Summer Dance Camps — Kids (K-5th) and teens (6th-10th) · Summer · Led by experienced teachers and camp TAs.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- Current session: Fall 2026 (Sep 8–Dec 14, 2026); Winter / Spring 2027 (Jan 4–May 8, 2027)
- General schedule: Classes are offered by grade, not by level. Most students take a class once a week. DancEsteem offers 15 to 18 week classes two times a year (fall and winter/spring).
About the provider
DancEsteem began in 1996 and is led by founder and director Takami Craddock. The program has more than 200 families and grew through referrals and word of mouth. Its mission is for young dancers to develop their own identity and creativity through movement and to find self-confidence and self-esteem through dance.
- 30th Annual Performance 2027 — May 1 – May 2 at Fort Mason Cowell Theater
MoBu is not about competition. The program does not take new students after January 2024 for Winter/Spring season due to preparations for the Annual Spring Performances. Check back in August 2024 about enrollment for Fall Season classes.
Last updated September 16, 2026.
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