Crystal Lake Dance Studio Offering Classes for All Ages
Serving Crystal Lake, Huntley, McHenry, Cary, Woodstock, Algonquin & surrounding areas
Our unique triple-track approach offers recreational, competitive, and advanced dance opportunities for every dancer
Open Division
Recreational Dance Classes for Ages 18 Months to Adult
Open Division is Engage Dance Academy’s recreational dance program, offering dance classes for kids, teens, and adults ages 18 months through adult in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Open Division is designed for boys and girls of all ages and experience levels, from beginners taking their first class to experienced dancers looking for weekly training. With a variety of class times available, students can participate once or twice a week while building confidence, technique, and a love of dance.
Performance Opportunities
Open Division students have the opportunity to showcase their hard work and celebrate their accomplishments during our annual June recital at the beautiful Raue Center for the Arts. This exciting performance experience allows dancers of all ages and levels to build confidence, stage presence, and a love of performing.
Younger Open Division dancers may also have the opportunity to audition for roles in our annual Nutcracker performance. Dancers ages 3–10 are invited to audition for this special holiday production and experience the magic of performing on stage.
Baby Ballet All On My Own – Start your little one’s dance journey while you watch from outside the classroom with story time, experience music, rhythm, and coordination through fun children’s songs and dance steps working on increasing your little dancer's ability to focus, socialize with others and follow instructions.
Primary Dance I – In this 45 min class, expose your dancer to 3 different forms of dance Ballet, Tap, and Jazz, as they rotate style each week, giving your little dancers the ability to find themselves in 3 unique, different genres of dance. Working on stretching, coordination, posture, rhythm, and learning how to follow instructions in a class.
At the end of each class, dancers will have 15 min of basic Tumbling, bear walks, log rolls, somersaults, and many more exciting skills that continue to excel your little dancer’s core strength, coordination, and versatility.
Primary Dance II – In this 45 min class, expose your dancer to 3 different forms of dance Ballet, Tap, and Jazz, as they rotate style each week, giving your little dancers the ability to find themselves in 3 unique, different genres of dance. Work on stretching, coordination, posture, rhythm, and learning how to follow instructions in a class. (attire: blue leotard, pink tights & leather ballet, jazz & tap shoes)
At the end of each class, dancers will have 15 min of basic Tumbling, bear walks, log rolls, somersaults, and many more exciting skills that continue to excel your little dancer’s core strength, coordination, and versatility.
Dance Party (4-5 y/o) - This high energy class blends hip hop and pop jazz with dance games for a weekly blast of fun.
Primary Dance III – In this hour and 15 minute-long class, expose your dancer to 3 different forms of dance Ballet, Tap, and Jazz as they rotate style each week, giving your dancers the ability to find themselves in 3 unique different genres of dance. Working on stretching, coordination, posture, rhythm, and learning how to follow instructions in a class. (attire: purple leotard, pink tights & leather ballet, jazz & tap shoes)
At the end of each class, dancers will have 15 minutes of basic and refining novice Tumbling skills, continuing to excel in your dancer’s core strength, coordination, and versatility.
Ballet Tech I – In this 75-minute class, learn the basic fundamentals of classical ballet technique. Stretching, barre work, and center practice are applied in each class all to the beautiful melody of classical music. Poise, coordination, athleticism, length, and grace are the main themes of this classical style. (attire: black leotard, pink tights & leather ballet shoes)
Extreme Jazz & Hip Hop I – In this 1-hour class, you will warm up and stretch to mainstream popular hip-hop and dance music, working across-the-floor combinations. Next, you will go to the extreme limits and learn exciting Jazz and Hip Hop choreography!
Hip Hop Fusion - A blend of Hip Hop moves set to today’s most popular music and dance styles.
Lyrical I - In this 1-hour class, you will learn the basics of lyrical dance, which combines ballet and jazz dancing techniques. It is performed to music with lyrics so that it inspires the expression of strong emotions.
Ballet Tech II – In this 75-minute class, we will continue building on learning and creating muscle memory in the basic fundamentals of classical ballet technique. Stretching, barre work, and center practice are applied in each class all to the beautiful melody of classical music. Poise, coordination, athleticism, length, and grace are the main themes of this classical style. (attire: black leotard, pink tights & leather ballet shoes)
Extreme Jazz & Hip Hop II – In this 1-hour class, you will continue into the intermediate level, beginning with a warm-up and stretching to mainstream popular hip hop and dance music, working across the floor combinations and then going to the extreme limits and learning exciting Jazz and Hip Hop choreography!
Contemporary - In this 1-hour class, you will begin with stretching and then move into contemporary dance, working groundwork, center practice, and then learn choreography in this style mixing Modern, Jazz, Lyrical, and Classical Ballet.
Lyrical II - In this 1-hour class, you will learn the basics of lyrical dance, which combines ballet and jazz dancing techniques. It is performed to music with lyrics so that it inspires the expression of strong emotions.
Ballet Tech III – In this 75-minute class, we will continue building on learning and creating muscle memory in the basic fundamentals of classical ballet technique. Stretching, barre work, and center practice are applied in each class all to the beautiful melody of classical music. Poise, coordination, athleticism, length, and grace are the main themes of this classical style. (attire: black leotard, pink tights & leather ballet shoes)
Extreme Jazz & Hip Hop III – In this 1-hour class, you will continue into the intermediate level, beginning with a warm-up and stretching to mainstream popular hip hop and dance music, working across the floor combinations and then going to the extreme limits and learning exciting Jazz and Hip Hop choreography!
K-Pop - Learn exciting choreography inspired by today's biggest K-Pop artists while building confidence, musicality, and performance skills.
Lyrical III - In this 1-hour class, you will learn the basics of lyrical dance, which combines ballet and jazz dancing techniques. It is performed to music with lyrics so that it inspires the expression of strong emotions.
Contemporary - In this 1-hour class, you will begin with stretching and then move into contemporary dance, working groundwork, center practice, and then learn choreography in this style mixing Modern, Jazz, Lyrical, and Classical Ballet.
Dance Team Skills - This class is designed for dancers looking to build strong technique, sharpen their performance skills, and prepare for success on a school or studio dance team. Each week, we’ll focus on the key elements that make team dancers stand out: clean lines, precision, musicality, and strong execution of skills like kicks, turns, jumps, and leaps. The class is led by Ms. Alyssa, who brings firsthand experience at both the high school and collegiate level. As a former college dance team captain, she understands what it takes to succeed in a team environment and how to help dancers develop the discipline, confidence, and consistency they need to thrive. In addition to technical training, dancers will also learn pom combinations that emphasize sharp arm movements, dynamic visuals, and team synchronization. Poms will be used regularly in class to build strength, control, and performance confidence.Strength and flexibility work will be included to support safe progress and overall athleticism. Whether your dancer is preparing for auditions or simply wants to grow in a supportive, structured environment, this class is a great way to stay team-ready year-round. Prior experience is helpful, but not required as the goal is to meet each dancer where they are and help them move forward.
Adult Ballet - Our 1-hour ballet class is designed for beginners and returning dancers alike. Learn proper ballet technique, increase flexibility, and enjoy a welcoming atmosphere while rediscovering the love of dance.
Adult Jazz & Hip Hop – A 1-hour class combining fast-paced movements with current songs for an upbeat, energizing class!
Adult Tap – A 75-minute tap class of fundamentals, choreography, and technique offered to those returning to dance or the beginning student who wants to learn the proper method & style in a relaxed adult atmosphere.