Turning Pointe Dance Center

Turning Pointe Dance Center offers Little Movers, a 45-minute class that introduces ballet, tumbling, and creative movement. It also offers Acrobatics/Ballet/Tap, a one-hour combination class for young dancers, and Technique Classes that include Acrobatics, Ballet, and Hip Hop.

Programs

• Little Movers — 2 and 3 · Wednesday morning; Saturday morning · $14 per week · 45 minute class; non-recital; introduction to ballet, tumbling, and creative movement; continuous enrollment; register in person or by mail only
• TPDC For All Abilities — Open to the neurodiverse community; judgment free space; inclusive dance classes; no prior dance experience is necessary; located at the Springfield studio
• Acrobatics/Ballet/Tap — 3 to 6 · Combination class; one hour in length; introduces young dancers to several styles of movement
• Technique Classes — grades 2 through 12 · Includes Acrobatics, Ballet, and Hip Hop; one hour in length

At a glance

• Ages: 2–18 years old
• Price range: $14 per week
• Current session: Little Movers Union 8 weeks session (Sep 19–Nov 14, 2026)
• Facility hours: Mon - Fri: 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Sat: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

About the provider

Turning Pointe Dance Center opened in July 1993 and is led by Julie Otani, Artistic Director and Owner. The program’s teaching philosophy is based on instilling passion for dance while nurturing creativity. It received the ADCC Studio of Excellence Award in 2018, 2019, 2024, and 2025.

Class placement is highly individual. Excessive absenteeism may result in ineligibility to continue with class and/or participate in recitals. No refunds or credits for missed classes due to illness, injury, foul weather, or vacation. Monthly payments are due the first of each month; payments received after the 10th incur a $15 late fee. Costume invoices are due November 10. No tuition refunds for students withdrawing after November 1st. Students may make up missed classes by taking an equivalent class. No online registration for Little Movers.

Last updated November 6, 2026.