Dance Lab - Dance studio in Munster, Indiana
Google Maps

Dance Lab

Verified
Address

8808 Columbia Avenue

Munster, Indiana 46321

31 programs

About Dance Lab

Dance Lab, located in Munster, Indiana, offers a dynamic and experimental approach to dance education for all ages. The studio is dedicated to providing elite dance training with a focus on passion, joy, and continuous growth, fostering experimentation and building strong foundations. Led by CEO, Creative Director, and Coach Elyse Skalka, who brings extensive dance and coaching experience, Dance Lab inspires and cultivates talent. The curriculum emphasizes technical training and creative exploration across a diverse range of styles including Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Acrobatic Dance, and Musical Theater. For younger dancers, programs like 'Lab Littles' (ages 5-7) and 'Future Scientists' (ages 8-11) provide foundational training in Ballet and Jazz. Older students, from foundational to elite levels (ages 12+), benefit from comprehensive training. Dance Lab is Acrobatic Arts certified, ensuring safe and technically sound acrobatic development. Specialized classes like 'Leaps / Turns & Ballet Core' and 'Progressing Ballet Technique' (PBT) enhance proficiency across various dance forms. The passionate and experienced staff, including Katie Wiening, Sam Bleza, Annalise Andello, and Gaby Kajmakoski, are committed to providing high-level instruction and mentorship in an inclusive, judgment-free environment. Dance Lab promotes healthy mindsets, strong relationships, and a renewed love for dance, preparing students for future endeavors while encouraging participation in multiple classes weekly, including dedicated Stretch, Strength & Conditioning sessions. The studio emphasizes promptness and focus, with a unique 'Dress Code... what dress code?' philosophy encouraging self-expression and confidence.

Programs from Dance Lab

31 programs available

Classes

Private Lesson
$55.00

For non Dance Lab students.

Private Lesson
$50.00

For Dance Lab students.

Drop In Class
$25.00

Not ready to commit? No worries! Drop in at any of our weekly classes and see what’s cooking in the Lab! This pricing option is open to students at any level.

Ballet & Thursday evening Jazz classes
$185.00

The Future Scientists class pack is perfect for our students that are looking to register for both Monday evening ballet & Thursday evening Jazz classes. This contract is ONLY for students in the Future Scientists Program.

Private Lessons

Whether you are looking to fine tune a single skill, turn set or you need help cleaning a solo or preparing for an audition, private lessons are a great way to push your boundaries with one-on-one attention. One 45-minute private lesson (per month) is included with all Unlimited Memberships!

Classical Ballet

This class is open to all Foundational & Elite level students. Strengthen your training with the OG - Classical Ballet is always ON TREND! Experience the foundation of dance in a refined, disciplined, and inspiring setting. This class focuses on clean technique, proper alignment, musicality, and artistry. Dancers will build strength and grace through traditional barre work, center combinations, and across-the-floor progressions. Ms. Elyse’s expert instruction blends classical precision with modern training methods, helping dancers elevate their technique, deepen their understanding of ballet, and move with confidence and sophistication.

Progressing Ballet Technique

Elevate your dance technique with Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), a groundbreaking body conditioning and strengthening program meticulously crafted to enhance proficiency across not only all dance forms but also in the realms of yoga and Pilates. Overcoming the challenge of recognizing muscles for proper alignment, PBT utilizes an exercise ball to instill a strong sense of posture and weight placement, influencing improved performance in dance and athletics.

Mind. Body. Dance.

Your time to look inward. You should feel connected to dance at a deep level. Beginning with setting an intention while integrating Vinyasa Yoga practice, you will continue class with a strong focus on emotional improvisation. The purpose of this class is to cultivate your lasting connection to dance and take the pressure off. You are sure to feel refreshed after this class! Most classes end with a combo and cool down!

Acro Dance

A customizable class that offers a complete warm up to prepare your body for acrobatic movement. Making sure acro basics are strong and technically correct, this class is aimed to amplify your ability to advance skills, connect skills and keep up with industry demands. Take flight in the ever-changing world of acro!

Pom & Power Dynamics

Full body pom technique, utilizing bands, weights and more to fire up core, back and glutes to unleash power in correct placement and movement. Pom skills incorporated (toe touches, pikes, herky, discs, etc. Pom turn arms & combos).

Leaps / Turns & Ballet Core

Technical center barre warm up with focus on turn out, hip alignment, proper plie and port de bras engagement. Introduce and fine tune advanced turn and jump/leap skills. Focus on Dance Team jazz essentials - pirouettes, turns in second with varying speeds, leg / arm positions, spot changes, floats, etc., switch leap skills, progressing into advancing skills such as 540s, flying squirrels and so much more!

Stretch, Strength & Conditioning

Essential to your daily practice. Full body warm up with a focus on core, uniform muscle activation. Complete deep stretch, stability and balance drills geared to lock in full body control and enhanced flexibility. To maximize your training we suggest you take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes prior to you evening class blocks!

Future Scientists Ballet & Jazz Technique

Take your training to the next level with a comprehensive 60-minute ballet class on Monday evenings and follow up on Thursday with a 90-minute Jazz technique class that incorporates all of the essentials you need to further your practice! It is never too early to advance your technical training!

Lab Littles Ballet & Jazz

Welcoming our youngest dancers into the Lab to kickstart their technical training. We are excited to offer a comprehensive Ballet & Jazz technique class for our little ones to explore, learn and fall in love with dance. We know the basics are so important, let’s make sure they are learning and loving at the same time!

Stretch. Strength & Conditioning

To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Monday 6:15pm
Futures Scientists Ballet

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Monday 7:00pm
Foundational Leaps / Turns & Ballet Core

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Monday 7:15pm
Foundational Pom & Power Dynamics

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Monday 8:15pm
Abigail Silva X Dance Lab

Abigail Silva is a current Senior on the West Virginia University Dance Team, she has 18 years of dance experience and training - with extensive experience in both studio and high school dance team environments. Abigail has developed a diverse and well-rounded skill set specializing in pom, contemporary, and hip hop. Beyond performance and learning, she has several years of choreography experience and a strong understanding of college dance recruitment and its evolving landscape. Passionate, driven, and versatile, Abigail loves to bring energy, creativity, and growth to every class! Abigail is known for her time dancing with the WVU Dance Team, Munster Varsity Dance Team, Ascension Dance Company, Ruth Page Center for The Arts, and Industrial Dance Project.

Sunday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Stretch, Strength & Conditioning

To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Sunday 4:00pm
Elite Leaps / Turns & Ballet Core

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Sunday 5:00pm
Elite Pom & Power Dynamics

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Sunday 6:00pm
Mind. Body. Dance. (Lyrical Combo)

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Sunday 7:00pm
Future Scientists Jazz Tech

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Thursday 6:30pm
Elite Leaps / Turns & Jazz Combo

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Thursday 7:00pm
Acro Dance

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Thursday 8:00pm
Ballet & Jazz Classes
$175.00

The Lab Littles Class pack is designed only for students that will enroll in both Ballet & Jazz Classes on Tuesday evenings. This contract is ONLY for 5–7-year-old students in the Lab Littles Program.

Progressing Ballet Technique

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Tuesday 4:30pm
Lab Littles Ballet

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Tuesday 5:45pm
Lab Littles Jazz

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes.

Tuesday 6:45pm
NEW! Classical Ballet

Train your technique more than just one hour a week at the Dance Lab! To maximize your training, we recommend Foundational & Elite level students take advantage of all stretch, strength and conditioning classes. Class offering begins January 2026.

Tuesday 7:45pm

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Dance Lab?

Call Dance Lab at (219) 680-0199 or visit https://dancelabindiana.com/.

Is Dance Lab affordable?

Yes, classes start at $25.

Does Dance Lab have a website?

Yes, you can find Dance Lab online at https://dancelabindiana.com/.

How much do classes cost at Dance Lab?

Classes at Dance Lab range from $25 to $185.

What is Dance Lab's phone number?

Reach Dance Lab directly at (219) 680-0199.