Great studio! Nice open space in the studios, plenty of room! Teachers are very friendly, and give…read moregood corrections. They offer classes in ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, acro, kick, technique, and conditioning. The only thing I would suggest is maybe adding classes in pointe, tap, or hiphop? My daughter has been taking class there for a few years now and is on the Youth Allstars team. I highly suggest checking them out!

From the owner: Drop in Classes - Studio 22 High TeK offers Drop-In based classes throughout the week. These…read moreclasses are a pay-as-you-go based OR you can register for the whole session, securing a spot in class each week. Recital Classes - Recital classes are tuition based classes in which you register for from September through April. Each class will perform in our Studio 22 High Tek Recital in April 2016. Competitive Dance Teams - This program is Audition-Only and dancers are placed on teams based on age and skill level. There are five competitive teams with ages ranging from 5 to 15 years old. Teams train several days a week and compete in a variety of styles. The Youth All Star and Jr. All Star teams are our elite level teams that compete at the UDA National Dance Team Championship in Orlando, FL. Our Junior All Stars are the 2015 National Jazz Champions. The Studio 22 High Tek progam is the first and only Illinois youth competitive dance program to have a UDA National Champion Title. Company 22 - Company 22 is an elite dance company that competes regionally and nationally. Members are hand selected based on precision, technique, and skill level. Dancers train heavily for performances in a variety of styles and perform as soloists, duets, trios, and group numbers.

Move the Beat is a fantastic, welcoming, an energetic and friendly dance studio that is worth a…read moretrip even if you're in the city. We worked with Natalie and Krystal to learn a choreographed tango for our first dance at our wedding and they were so full of enthusiasm and warmth all throughout that we knew we were at the best place to create something special and memorable. We were looking for a location primarily in Chicago to learn a choreographed wedding dance just a month out from the special day. Due to the time constraint, most places were skeptical or only wanted to teach the basics. We were referred to Natalie and from the first introduction, you can tell she would not only be fun but also invested in your success and confidence when it comes to the performance. At times, it also felt like a collaboration as Natalie was always open to incorporating our ideas and also didn't shy from challenging us to go bigger with moves we might not have considered but she believed we could accomplish. We switched to working with Krystal midway as Natalie recovered from a broken ankle (but who still showed up!) and it was a seamless transition. We also got extra practice time thanks to Natalie's husband, who also helped capture video, opening the studio while there was a winter storm. There are not enough compliments to give the Move the Beat family for how personable and genuine they all are. Come wedding day, we felt prepared, comfortable and excited to dance thanks to the creativity and instruction from Move the Beat. Their ability to break down, encourage, fine-tune and guide you through everything was natural and great. Well worth the visit from the city!

I have been dancing with Natalie since 2014, and I highly recommend her and her staff. They are…read morevery patient and welcome dancers of all levels! Natalie is an incredible teacher. She is extremely knowledgeable and keeps lessons fun and upbeat. I love Move the Beat's group classes and private lessons.

I am a student at the studio. I have been going about 10 weeks. AJ,the instructor, is great. Easy…read moreto work with. I have not ever had lessons before dancing with AJ and I can see the improvement. Such a great feeling. There are also group lessons you can go to. A very nice group of people, very supportive. Linda Paul

From the owner: An exclusive dance experience specializing in all styles, including Ballroom, Latin, Hip-Hop, Line…read moredances, fitness(exercise) class and Reggae & Dancehall, in a fun and inviting environment. Special introductory rates on the first lesson.

I've heard about Chicago's dance history and I was looking forward to learning more about it. For…read moreme in particular, it was the hustle scene. It may not be as big as bigger cities (LA, NY) but I'm glad they had one. Here was my experience here. AMBIANCE: It's in more of a suburban area of Chicago. Relatively close (15 minutes) away from the airport and from downtown. The place itself is on the 2nd floor of a building. It seems like a pretty historic brick building with a spacious layout. The layout is basically one big floor to dance on with ceiling lights and string lights to bright up the place. The class consisted of a lot of talented 40+ which was cool as they had a lot of knowledge to share. The size is great for group practices and socials. Parking - Pretty much just street parking. Customer Service - Awesome! My instructor was Dawn Lara and she was great! Knowledgeable and friendly. I felt pretty welcomed in this place. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. I had a great experience here! The instructors were awesome and my classmates were pretty fun. One of the main things for me was always feeling will people be condescending and whatnot, but the vibes were pretty welcoming here. This was a good start to learning more about the dance community and scene here in Chicago, I just wish I stayed longer to learn more! Advice: * Check out their schedule online and on social media for events.

Went to one of their SOS events and it was super fun. Danced the whole night and was only $20…read moredollars. Plenty of street parking and a great place to learn some WCS.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at this dance studio! Our 4-year-old daughter absolutely…read moreloves her jazz class, and it has been amazing to watch her confidence grow throughout the year. She was so nervous at first and even cried during her first show, but the love, patience, and encouragement she received from the director made such a difference. By the time recital came around, she completely came out of her shell and absolutely shined on stage! We truly couldn't ask for a more caring, supportive, and motivating director. Ms Marissa makes every child feel special, encouraged, and capable, and it shows in how much the dancers grow--not just as performers, but in their confidence. We are so grateful to have found such a wonderful studio and can't wait to see where her dance journey takes her!

We started at this dance studio last year and could not be happier! My daughter has gained so much…read moreconfidence, and it's been amazing to see how much she has grown through both dance and the friendships she's made. Her teacher is wonderful with the kids, communicates so well, and you can truly see her passion for dance. We were also part of their first recital and were so impressed with how organized, fun, and entertaining it was! We're excited to be signed up for another season and so happy we found our dance family!

We're invited to the end of season shows for a family member…read more The really young kids are so fun to watch. The intensity and pride of the older dancers is like art in motion. It's obvious that the owner couple are highly engaged. The 2 hour show is entertaining and we look forward to future shows.

Great dance school. Wonderful teachers. You'll make life long friends and learn to work as a team…read moreand have fun. I Recommend this place !!!

Amazing studio! Karly is very knowledgeable and supportive. My daughter is going into her second…read moreyear on the dance team and loves every minute she is in class. I highly recommend this studio for all ages!

KDC is the best! My daughter has been at Karisma from the start and absolutely loves it. Karly is…read morean amazing teacher and an outstanding role model for all of the girls. She teaches respect and compassion along with excellent dance instruction. My daughter loves going to the competitions and being a part of the team! I highly recommend KDC!!

Janet has a fantastic energy! I went to a basic 2 line dance class and it was a full hour and a…read morehalf for a very low price compared to other dance classes. She is great at reading the room, challenging the group and then giving a simpler dance to let you regain your bearings. If you don't have dance experience you definitely want to start at the most basic level, because she really knows her stuff and you could get overwhelmed if you jump in too deep. If I had time I would definitely go regularly to her classes and events.

Seems like she runs a good class her instruction is well understood l have done back.read more

I love this place in terms of space (pre-covid you could watch your kids practice), teachers…read more(compassionate and friendly), flexibility (several classes offered), friendliness and organization (staff). The emphasis is on individuality, no mandatory costumes required, only appropriate shoes. The annual dance productions are amazing! It's like a professional entertainment and a treat for the whole family!

This is a non competitive studio. Their focus is on fun, friendship all while enjoying learning to…read moredance. Teachers are kind and motivating. My daughter starting dancing there when she was 3. And after moving trying a few other studios, she begged me to go back. She is now an adult and still continues dancing and loving this place. I have recommended friends children, who have told me how much they enjoy this studio. It's family owned and family run.

Love this studio. Good to my 12-year-old. She is flourishing under the solid and professional…read moreinstruction for competativr dance. Highly recommended.

This is a new business in the area and my youngest did the beginning ballet class. The studio has…read moretwo rooms and is not huge but seems good for the kids. The teacher/owner is very good with the kids and our daughter seems to really enjoy it. The lessons are around $20 per hour, but we have gotten several coupons so it helps. I love to give local businesses the support, and they do a good job with the girls. We're going to keep sending her here because she enjoys it and it's close to home.