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OUR CLASS OFFERINGS

We offer one of Southeast Wisconsin's widest varieties of classes – from hip-hop to ballet, and from tap to ballroom. Each student is placed personally by Anita and her staff, according to age and experience. All classes are paid weekly with no charge if absent! Whether your child enjoys dance as a hobby or wants to compete on a national stage, Anita’s Dance Center has something for everyone!

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2024-2025 Dance Registration Has Begun!  

Not sure where to start? Check out the 2024-25 weekly class schedule for each age group!
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Parent and Child Classes

30 minute weekly parent and child introduction to dance for children ages 2-3 years old. Dancers will explore movement and basic ballet principles with help from a parent. The goal of this class is to grow the bond between you and your child and create a love for dance!

Beginner Tap & Ballet

1 hour ballet and tap class for children ages 3-5 years old where dancers come into class independently. Ballet fundamentals will be taught in fun and exciting ways using props, familiar music, and teacher guidance. Basic tap skills will increase your child’s rhythm, balance, and gross motor skills. The goal of this class is for your child to learn the basics of ballet and tap, grow their independence, and learn to love dancing! 

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Returning Tap / Ballet

This 1 hour class is for children ages 3-5 years old who have already completed a full year of beginner ballet and tap. This class will pick up where the beginner class left off, growing your child’s ballet vocabulary and skill set. Your child will complete more advanced tap steps and learn faster rhythms. The goal of this class is to prepare your child for the next level of dance- whether that is a Mix It Up class or joining one of our Dance Companies!

Father Daughter

Our popular father daughter dances are an optional add on for the recital in the spring! Dancers must already be registered and participating in the recital.

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Beginning/Returning Mix It Up

90 minute class for ages 5-11 years old where your child will do a rotation of ballet, tap, and jazz/hip hop in an upbeat and positive environment. This class will advance as your child ages, starting with dance fundamentals and moving into more advanced technique. The goal of this class is to grow your child’s confidence and technique, increase their independence onstage, and prepare them for our dance companies!

Pom/Hip Hop

45 minute class for children ages 5-9 years old where your child will learn pom style jazz and hip hop. This class includes the flexibility, turns, and jumps necessary for a pom dance style along with age-appropriate hip hop dancing and music.

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Boys Crew

30 minute hip hop class for boys taught by Mr. David. This class uses age-appropriate hip hop music and movement and allows for boys to bond and meet dance friends. The goal of this class is to exercise and have fun through hip hop dancing! 

Beginning & Returning  Hip Hop

45 minute class for children ages 5-11 years old. This high energy class teaches hip hop fundamentals and basic dance skills. Every class uses age-appropriate hip hop music and movement. This class is great for beginners as an introduction to dance class! 

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Pre-Company

90 minute class for children ages 9-13 years old who want to be challenged but are not ready to commit to our company program. Dancers will do a rotation of ballet, tap, and jazz. The goal of this class is for your child to enjoy dance class while improving their skills. Previous dance experience is required.

Company Level Ballet & Pointe

These classes are open to ballet dancers with experience. Placement is based on level. Please call for availability / evaluation.

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Dance Companies

Our dance companies are for children who love to dance, want to be challenged, and are ready for the commitment of dancing twice a week. Company dancers have more performance opportunities and are eligible to audition for Dance Crew and competition teams. Please call or email us for more information!

Dance Crew

Our Dance Crew is Anita's performance team. Throughout the year they have unique opportunities to perform at sporting events, fairs, parades and more!

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Regional & National Competition Teams

Our dancers have performed across the country in front of millions of people (including Bowl Games, Disneyland and Disney World, and even the Olympic Games)! Contact us to learn more about our competition programs. 

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