Dance Institute of Denver

Dance Institute of Denver offers Baby Moves, an interactive 45-minute parent/baby class. It also offers one-hour combo classes with Ballet, Tap and Tumbling, 6-9-year-old combo classes with Ballet, Tap and Jazz, 8-11-year-old combo classes with Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Lyrical Dance, Intro to Hip-Hop, Hip-Hop 1, Hip-Hop 2, Hip-Hop 3, Musical Theater, Pre-Pointe, Pointe, and advanced Jazz, Lyrical and Contemporary classes.

Programs

• Baby Moves — parent/baby class; new for the 2019-2020 school year · $80 per session · Interactive, creative 45 minute parent/baby class.
• Combo Classes — 3 & 4-year-old, 4 & 5-year-old, and 5 & 7-year-old classes · One-hour combination classes teaching Ballet, Tap and Tumbling.
• 6-9-Year-Old Combo Class — 6-9-year-old · Weekly 75-minute combination class including Ballet, Tap and Jazz; dancers perform 3 dances in the June recital.
• 8-11-Year-Old Combo Class — 8-11-year-old · 90-minute class for Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Lyrical Dance; dancers perform 3 dances in the June recital.
• Advanced Levels — 4 advance levels of Jazz, Lyrical and Contemporary for dancers with passion and dedication.
• Pre-Pointe — Works on the specific skills needed to dance en Pointe; dancers are individually evaluated 3 times a year.
• Pointe — 3 levels of Pointe class; placement is at the discretion of instructors.
• Musical Theater — An hour of Broadway-style jazz and tap dance focusing on showmanship and stage presence.
• Intro to Hip-Hop — ages 5-7 · 45-minute class; dancers perform 1 dance in the June recital.
• Hip-Hop 1 — ages 7-10 · An hour-long class; dancers perform 1 dance in the June recital.
• Hip-Hop 2 — ages 10-13 · An hour-long class; dancers perform 1 dance in the June recital.
• Hip-Hop 3 — ages 14-up · An hour-long class; adults are welcome; dancers perform 1 dance in the June recital.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Price range: $80 per session
• General schedule: The school year runs September through June, with a recital in June. Summer workshops are offered in July. Classes start Sept 8th.

About the provider

The program has been part of the Denver community since 2005. Its mission is to share the world of dance through technical training in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere, and to provide a well-rounded dance education. The program also performs at community events throughout Denver, at retirement homes, and at various community events and retirement homes in the summer. It donates show proceeds to local schools and raises funds for local charities, including Food Bank of the Rockies.

Non-competitive atmosphere. No competitions. Parent involvement is encouraged. January is the latest students can register for that school year. Classes are designed to be comfortable and welcoming.

What families say

“Dance with Miss Michele is the highlight of my (4 year old) daughter’s week. This is her second year dancing and, not only does she continue to love it, but also she is learning all the basics at a young age. Michele does a great job meeting her young students where they are and steadily teaching them skills, poise, and positions while they smile and dance the hour away.” — Sarah B.

“My daughter has grown up with a love of dance from a young age thanks to 5+ years with Dance Institute LLC and Ms. Michele. Dance Institute LLC has offered the perfect balance for our young dancer — great instruction and progressive growth with a relaxed, family-friendly, non-competitive atmosphere. I highly recommend Ms. Michele and Dance Institute LLC!” — Lauren Still

“My daughter has been taking dance with Ms. Michele for two years now and she absolutely adores her classes. Dance Institute LLC has instilled a sense of responsibility into my daughter’s week. She is confident and compassionate and these traits are reinforced through positive praise in Ms. Michele’s classes. Thank you for all your hard work Ms. Michele!” — Aly W.

Last updated August 20, 2026.