Central Indiana Academy of Dance - Dance studio in Carmel, Indiana
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Central Indiana Academy of Dance

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14950 Greyhound Court

Carmel, Indiana 46032

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 - 11:00 AM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Friday: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
  • Saturday: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
49 programs

About Central Indiana Academy of Dance

Central Indiana Academy of Dance, located in Carmel, Indiana, is a premier ballet academy dedicated to providing comprehensive dance training for students of all ages and abilities. Renowned for its classical ballet training, the studio cultivates an artistic and encouraging atmosphere, focusing on technique, discipline, and artistic education. Their curriculum is deeply rooted in classical training, utilizing the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum, incorporating elements from French, Italian, and Russian schools. They offer a wide range of styles including ballet, pointe, contemporary, modern, jazz, tap, musical theatre, hip hop, and ballroom, with a specialized Preschool and Primary Division. For aspiring pre-professional dancers, the academy offers intense training in ballet and other forms, including pas de deux and variations. The academy hosts multiple sessions throughout the year, including Fall, Spring, and Summer Intensives, and is known for its annual performances of "The Nutcracker" and "Peter Pan." Central Indiana Academy of Dance also participates in prestigious events like the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) and is home to the Central Indiana Dance Ensemble, a Resident Ballet Company of the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Led by experienced faculty such as Audrey Burdick, Anna Davis, Abby Milhorn, Kristina Pool, Megan Tillman, and Paul Tillman, the studio emphasizes technical proficiency and artistic expression. Registration for the Spring 2026 session, beginning January 5th, is now open online. The studio operates on an annual tuition model covering 39 weeks of instruction, with a non-refundable annual registration fee.

Styles offered at Central Indiana Academy of Dance

Programs from Central Indiana Academy of Dance

49 programs available

Classes

Variations, Modern, Jazz, and Tap

Classes in Variations, Modern, Jazz, and Tap are offered to round out the movement vocabulary for aspiring dancers in the Pre-Professional Program.

ballet, pointe, and pas de deux

The Pre-Professional Program involves attending multiple classes a week in ballet, pointe, and pas de deux to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance.

ballet technique

The Primary Division includes the beginning levels for learning ballet technique, where students learn basic ballet positions, progression of a ballet barre, and French vocabulary.

ballet and tap

The Pre-school Division focuses on musicality, coordination, artistry and technique in the areas of ballet and tap, with classes kept small for individual attention.

acro

Acro dance classes are offered for children and young adults by the Central Indiana Academy of Dance.

musical theatre

Musical theatre dance classes are offered for children and young adults by the Central Indiana Academy of Dance.

tap

Tap dance classes are offered for children and young adults, including in the Pre-school Division focusing on musicality and technique, and in the Pre-Professional Program.

jazz

Jazz dance classes are offered to round out the movement vocabulary for aspiring dancers in the Pre-Professional Program.

modern

Modern dance classes are offered to round out the movement vocabulary for aspiring dancers in the Pre-Professional Program.

contemporary

Contemporary dance classes are offered to round out the movement vocabulary for aspiring dancers in the Pre-Professional Program.

pointe

Intense training in pointe work is offered as part of the Pre-Professional Program, challenging aspiring dancers with advanced techniques in movement and performance.

ballet

Central Indiana Academy of Dance offers classical ballet training for children and young adults from beginning to advanced levels, emphasizing technique, discipline, and artistic education in an encouraging environment.

all boys class
$0.00

Join our all boys class - Friday 4:45-5:45 - FREE! Why get your son in dance? Not only are dancers described by the words beautiful and graceful, all dancers are strong and athletic.

Friday 4:45 - 5:45
Boys Class
$0.00

The Open Division is designed for students at all levels and ages of dance experience who want to have fun while still learning proper technique in a professional environment.

Friday 4:45 - 5:45
Ballet

The Pre-Professional Division (Levels 4 & up) is designed to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance to motivate students in the pursuit of their desired goals. The program allows for aspiring dancers to be challenged with advanced training in movement and performance.

Friday 4:45 - 6:45
Modern

The Pre-Professional Division (Levels 4 & up) is designed to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance to motivate students in the pursuit of their desired goals. The program allows for aspiring dancers to be challenged with advanced training in movement and performance.

Friday 4:45 - 5:45
Ballet

The Upper Level (Levels 4 & up) allows dancers to train at the academy while also accommodating interests outside of the dance studio. Dancers in the upper level may choose a more flexible schedule that fits their current needs.

Friday 4:45 - 6:45
Modern

The Upper Level (Levels 4 & up) allows dancers to train at the academy while also accommodating interests outside of the dance studio. Dancers in the upper level may choose a more flexible schedule that fits their current needs.

Friday 4:45 - 5:45
PBT

The Pre-Professional Division (Levels 4 & up) is designed to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance to motivate students in the pursuit of their desired goals. The program allows for aspiring dancers to be challenged with advanced training in movement and performance.

Friday 5:45 - 6:45
PBT

The Upper Level (Levels 4 & up) allows dancers to train at the academy while also accommodating interests outside of the dance studio. Dancers in the upper level may choose a more flexible schedule that fits their current needs.

Friday 5:45 - 6:45
Ballet 2

Monday 4:45 - 5:45
Ballet 1

Monday 4:45 - 5:45
Pre-Ballet/Tap

This class serves as an introduction to formal ballet instruction. Students will begin to build a foundation for ballet technique. Exercises will promote correct posture, basic ballet technique, and flexibility while continuing to develop gross motor skills, balance and strength. Children also begin to learn French ballet vocabulary and proper ballet etiquette. The last 15 minutes of class will concentrate on the tap skills necessary to prepare for Tap 1.

Monday 4:45 - 5:45
Jazz 2

Monday 5:45 - 6:30
Jazz 1

Monday 5:45 - 6:30
Creative Movement/Tap

The Creative Movement class will begin to introduce the child to the structure of a ballet class. The child will continue to develop listening skills, strength, balance, turning and coordination. As in Beginning Movements, the last 15 minutes of class will be tap.

Monday 5:45 - 6:30
Tap 3B

Monday 6:30 - 7:00
Tap 3A

Monday 6:30 - 7:00
Tap 2

Monday 6:30 - 7:00
Tap 1

Monday 6:30 - 7:00
Ballet 3B

Monday 7:00 - 8:30
Ballet 3A

Monday 7:00 - 8:30
Contemporary

The Pre-Professional Division (Levels 4 & up) is designed to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance to motivate students in the pursuit of their desired goals. The program allows for aspiring dancers to be challenged with advanced training in movement and performance.

Monday 7:45 - 8:45
Contemporary

The Upper Level (Levels 4 & up) allows dancers to train at the academy while also accommodating interests outside of the dance studio. Dancers in the upper level may choose a more flexible schedule that fits their current needs.

Monday 7:45 - 8:45
Pas de Deux

The Pre-Professional Division (Levels 4 & up) is designed to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance to motivate students in the pursuit of their desired goals. The program allows for aspiring dancers to be challenged with advanced training in movement and performance.

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Variations

The Pre-Professional Division (Levels 4 & up) is designed to provide intense training in ballet and other forms of dance to motivate students in the pursuit of their desired goals. The program allows for aspiring dancers to be challenged with advanced training in movement and performance.

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Pas de Deux

The Upper Level (Levels 4 & up) allows dancers to train at the academy while also accommodating interests outside of the dance studio. Dancers in the upper level may choose a more flexible schedule that fits their current needs.

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Variations

The Upper Level (Levels 4 & up) allows dancers to train at the academy while also accommodating interests outside of the dance studio. Dancers in the upper level may choose a more flexible schedule that fits their current needs.

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Parent & Me

Toddler and Me serves as an introduction to the art of dance in a nurturing environment ideal for the ages 2-3. Parents/Caregivers participate in exercises that are presented in an imaginative way for the active mind while satisfying the child's natural instinct for movement.

Saturday 9:00 - 9:30
Beginning Movement/Tap

This class is structured for the child who is ready to dance independently. Children are introduced to basic steps which promote rhythm and body awareness. Exercises promote early childhood development while focusing on gross motor skills and individual expression. The last 15 minutes of class will introduce the child to tap basics, with an emphasis on rhythm and musicality.

Saturday 9:30 - 10:15
Musical Theatre

The Open Division is designed for students at all levels and ages of dance experience who want to have fun while still learning proper technique in a professional environment.

Thursday 6:30 - 7:30
Adult Ballet

The Open Division is designed for students at all levels and ages of dance experience who want to have fun while still learning proper technique in a professional environment.

Thursday 7:45 - 8:45
Hip Hop

The Open Division is designed for students at all levels and ages of dance experience who want to have fun while still learning proper technique in a professional environment.

Tuesday 6:30 - 7:15
Jazz 3B

Wednesday 6:15 - 7:00
Jazz 3A

Wednesday 6:15 - 6:45

Camps

CIAoD's Youth Ballet Summer Intensive (Levels 1 - 3A)

CIAoD’s Youth Ballet Summer Intensive (Levels 1 - 3A).

CIDE's Summer Intensive (Levels 3B-9)

CIDE’s Summer Intensive (Levels 3B-9).

Rapunzel’s Summer Adventures
$155.00

The summer starts off with our popular young dancer day camps featuring themes such as Frozen and Fairytale Princesses from 9:00am - 12:00pm, Monday through Friday!

Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Frozen Summer Celebration
$155.00

The summer starts off with our popular young dancer day camps featuring themes such as Frozen and Fairytale Princesses from 9:00am - 12:00pm, Monday through Friday!

Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Central Indiana Academy of Dance?

Call Central Indiana Academy of Dance at (317) 581-2423 or visit http://www.ciaodance.com/.

Does Central Indiana Academy of Dance have Saturday classes?

Yes, Central Indiana Academy of Dance is open Saturdays: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM.

Is Central Indiana Academy of Dance open on weekends?

Yes, Central Indiana Academy of Dance is open on weekends — Saturday: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM.

What is the best way to contact Central Indiana Academy of Dance?

The quickest way is to call (317) 581-2423 or visit http://www.ciaodance.com/.

What are Central Indiana Academy of Dance's prices?

Classes at Central Indiana Academy of Dance start at $155.