Expressenz Dance Center

Dancers can also sign up for ballet privates with one of our many incredible staff members. This gives the dancer one on one time to work on areas of dance they feel need improvement.

This is a pre-professional ballet company for dancers ages 5-18 years old. The purpose of the company is to develop the technical and artistic skills required for dancers preparing for college or a career in the performing arts.

NZ TapZ is a youth tap company offered for dancers wanting to expand their knowledge of tap, and share their love of the artform within the community. Dancers will work with NZ TapZ Director, Shannon Kaminski, on different technique exercises and choreography.

This program is for any dancer ages 4-5 years old who loves to dance and perform. This program is designed to help younger dancers prepare for our NZ Company program. They will get to attend competitions and participate in the Nutcracker.

The NZ Company is a high-level competitive program for dedicated dancers committed to excellence. Members train from August through Nationals in July, attending conventions, regional competitions, and a national competition. This program builds confidence, resilience, and top-tier performance skills while emphasizing teamwork, self-motivation, and a strong, healthy mindset. With opportunities to learn from industry professionals and compete against the best, NZ Company dancers grow into versatile, well-rounded performers prepared for future success

Ballet Expressenz is a premier training program for dancers ages 5-18, designed to develop the technical and artistic skills needed for college or a professional dance career. Members train with world-class faculty, perform in The Nutcracker and our year-end showcase, and may be invited to compete at Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP). With opportunities for private coaching, live accompaniment, and professional partnerships, Ballet Expressenz provides exceptional training for serious young dancers

NZ TapZ is a youth tap company that trains dancers in technique, choreography, and performance while fostering a love for the art form. Led by Shannon Kaminski, members work with guest artists and perform at community events like the Carmel Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Spec. Since 2018, the company has grown to over 50 dancers, culminating each season with an annual Tap Showcase.

Designed for passionate young dancers ages 4-5, the NZ TotZ program prepares students for our NZ Company with exciting performance and competition opportunities. Dancers will compete in regional competitions, perform in the Nutcracker, and have the option to attend our out-of-state nationals in the summer. With expert training and a fun, supportive environment, NZ TotZ is the perfect first step for aspiring competitive dancers!

At Expressenz, we believe that dance should be fun, inspiring, and accessible to all! Our Recreational Program is designed for dancers of all ages and skill levels, offering high-quality training in a supportive and encouraging environment. With a variety of styles to choose from, flexible enrollment, and exciting performance opportunities—including our Holiday Showcase and Spring Recital—your dancer will have the chance to build confidence, make new friends, and grow their love for dance. Whether you’re stepping into the studio for the first time or returning for another season, we can’t wait to dance with you!

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps. A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique. This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique.

This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique.

This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique. This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique.

This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique.

This class focuses on the basic fundamentals of ballet, class is based on the story instructor reads that day. This class focuses on the basic fundamentals of ballet, class is based on the story instructor reads that day.

This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet. This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps. A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps. A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations. This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations.

A high energy class with a focus on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps. A high energy class with a focus on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

This class focuses on the basic fundamentals of movement, rhythm, stretching, and ballet technique.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility. This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations. This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations.

This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations.

This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique. This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique.

This class teaches fundamental hip-hop dance technique.

Dancers will stretch, learn music movement, and basic dance steps with the help of a parent encouraging, supporting, and keeping their little dancer on track. Props, fun music, and lots of singing and dancing are included in this fun interactive class.

This class focuses on the basic fundamentals of ballet, class is based on the story instructor reads that day.

This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations. This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations.

This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet. This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet.

This class teaches individual tap technique and step combinations.

This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility. This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility. This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet. This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet.

This class focuses on teaching dancers the basic fundamentals of tap and ballet.

This class is for the dancer that is just starting to compete. The students in this class will compete in one competition located in Indianapolis.

This class is for the dancer that is just starting to compete. The students in this class will compete in one competition located in Indianapolis.

This class is for the dancer that is just starting to compete. The students in this class will compete in one competition located in Indianapolis.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility. This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility. This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

This class focuses on technique, terminology, strength, and flexibility.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps. A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

A high energy class that focuses on turns, isolations, flexibility, and leaps.

Experience the ultimate dance training at our annual NZ Technique Intensive! For one incredible weekend, dancers from across the country have the chance to train like an Expressenz dancer. Join us this summer on July 26th & 27th, with exclusive optional classes on Friday, July 25th. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your technique and push your limits!

Fairytale Princess Camp is our Summer Ballet Camp for ages 3-6 years old. We are so excited to celebrate a new princess each day with games, snacks, crafts, and so much dancing!

Fairytale Princess Camp is a four-day summer ballet camp for ages 3-6, featuring ballet lessons, princess etiquette, fairytale time with a real princess, crafts, snacks, and games. The camp concludes with a special performance, creating a magical and engaging experience for young dancers.