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Forte Arts Center Dance and Music Programs offers dance classes, music classes, tumbling, and private music lessons. The program offers complete instruction programs in the arts for students of all ages and abilities and offers dance and music lessons for kids of all ages. Class sizes are limited, and students participate in a recital at Minooka High School that draws more than 2,000 people each year.
• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Schedule: Daytime staff are available Monday–Thursday from 10 AM–2 PM by call, text, or email, with afternoon and evening office hours Monday–Thursday during the school year and adjusted afternoon hours in the summer
Forte Arts Center states that it has been serving the community through music, dance, and tumbling for over 30 years and has been offering dance classes for kids of all ages for over 29 years. The Morris location opened in 1993, and a second location in Channahon was added in 2002. Facilities include large studios with professional “floating” activity floors that rest on high-density foam and a vinyl “marley” surface. The program describes itself as the largest dance studio in the area and as a family-first organization that provides life skills, friendships, and community in a welcoming atmosphere.
Faculty members have degrees in the arts or comparable professional experience and continue training to stay on the cutting edge. The program limits class sizes to support personal attention and a focus on fundamental concepts, good habits, and proper technique. Families have access to viewing windows and parent observation days throughout the year, and desk staff are available regularly during evenings with office staff available during the day. The program offers a Peace of Mind Guarantee stating that if, after 30 days of actively participating in classes, families are not completely satisfied, Forte Arts Center will work to make it right or provide money back.
Forte Arts Center’s mission is to provide a safe and inclusive environment for students while providing engaging and entertaining classrooms. The organization is committed to community service in addition to education in the arts and created Forte Arts Center’s Service Society to raise awareness and encourage community involvement, with students earning points for participating in or starting service projects. They state that they have been able to impact hundreds of people in the community through dance.
Parent testimonials describe Forte Arts Center as a place where teachers and staff are caring and patient with students and parents and where lasting bonds are made with families. One parent notes that instructors are kind, caring, and make sure every child is included and feels welcomed, and that Forte feels like a home away from home, with friendly staff and other parents.
Last updated May 23, 2026.
• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Schedule: Daytime staff are available Monday–Thursday from 10 AM–2 PM by call, text, or email, with afternoon and evening office hours Monday–Thursday during the school year and adjusted afternoon hours in the summer
Forte Arts Center states that it has been serving the community through music, dance, and tumbling for over 30 years and has been offering dance classes for kids of all ages for over 29 years. The Morris location opened in 1993, and a second location in Channahon was added in 2002. Facilities include large studios with professional “floating” activity floors that rest on high-density foam and a vinyl “marley” surface. The program describes itself as the largest dance studio in the area and as a family-first organization that provides life skills, friendships, and community in a welcoming atmosphere.
Faculty members have degrees in the arts or comparable professional experience and continue training to stay on the cutting edge. The program limits class sizes to support personal attention and a focus on fundamental concepts, good habits, and proper technique. Families have access to viewing windows and parent observation days throughout the year, and desk staff are available regularly during evenings with office staff available during the day. The program offers a Peace of Mind Guarantee stating that if, after 30 days of actively participating in classes, families are not completely satisfied, Forte Arts Center will work to make it right or provide money back.
Forte Arts Center’s mission is to provide a safe and inclusive environment for students while providing engaging and entertaining classrooms. The organization is committed to community service in addition to education in the arts and created Forte Arts Center’s Service Society to raise awareness and encourage community involvement, with students earning points for participating in or starting service projects. They state that they have been able to impact hundreds of people in the community through dance.
Parent testimonials describe Forte Arts Center as a place where teachers and staff are caring and patient with students and parents and where lasting bonds are made with families. One parent notes that instructors are kind, caring, and make sure every child is included and feels welcomed, and that Forte feels like a home away from home, with friendly staff and other parents.
Last updated May 23, 2026.
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