Washington Dance Studio

The talented, experienced, and knowledgeable staff provide dance education and exposure to many genres of the art through multiple classes offered during the school year and summer seminars.

Studied Ballet, Jazz Lyrical, Tap and Hip Hop.

Studied Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap and Hip Hop.

Studied Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, Lyrical, Tap, and Hip Hop.

Studied Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop.

Studied Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Lyrical/Contemporary and Pointe.

Studied Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, Lyrical, Tap, Hip Hop, and Modern.

Studied Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, and Hip Hop.

15+ years of teaching dance. 4+ years of cheerleading experience.

20+ years of teaching experience in Tap and Jazz.

25+ years of teaching experience at all levels (beginning to advanced) and with all ages (preschool to adult) in studio, public school, university and master class settings. Wide range of choreography experience from competitive-level Ballet, Jazz, Modern and Lyrical pieces, to K-State Singers, high school show choirs, a variety of musicals, as well as community events.

Tap and Hip Hop classes are instructed by Kamryn Gillispie, a student at Kansas State University pursuing a degree in Marketing.

Jazz and Hip Hop classes are instructed by Maddie Elliot, a student at Kansas State University pursuing a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Early Childhood Education.

Ballet and Tap classes are instructed by Delanie Achilles, a student at Kansas State University pursuing a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Well-Being.

Ballet and Jazz classes are instructed by Linley Wilson, a student at Kansas State University pursuing a degree in Dietetics with plans to complete a masters.

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop classes are instructed by Sophie Stout, a student at Kansas State University pursuing a degree in Professional Strategic Sales with a minor in Dance.

Lyrical/Modern, Jazz, and Ballet classes are instructed by Alyx Glessner, a student at Kansas State University pursuing a major in Criminal Psychology with a minor in Dance.

These classes are instructed by Allyson Van Meter, who is a former WDS student and member of Core, Junior, and Senior Company. She also directs and instructs the WDS Core Company.

These dance styles are instructed by Courtney Cahoj. She has 15+ years of teaching dance and 4+ years of cheerleading experience, and directs the WDS Teen Company.

Tap and Jazz classes are instructed by Kelly Law. She has 20+ years of teaching experience in Tap and Jazz, and instructs the WDS Junior Company.

These classes are instructed by Jennifer "Jennie" Stout (Washington), Owner / Director / Instructor of Washington Dance Studio. She has 25+ years of teaching experience at all levels and with all ages.

Jazz classes are instructed by Sharron Washington, Owner/Instructor of Washington Dance Studio since 1970. Her extensive choreography experience includes MHS musicals, Civic Theatre, Children’s Theatre, Arts In the Park, and many more.

Ballet classes are instructed by Sharron Washington, Owner/Instructor of Washington Dance Studio since 1970. She continues to further her own dance education through regional and national dance conventions and master classes.

Pre-Dance classes are taught by Sharron Washington, Owner/Instructor of Washington Dance Studio since 1970. She values the opportunity to motivate, captivate, and inspire as she challenges and encourages students.

For our 3-year-old Creative Movers, we welcome new students during our Summer Programs and in the Fall. The dance year runs from September through our annual recitals in May.

Washington Dance Studio’s annual spring recitals are held at McCain Auditorium on the Kansas State University Campus. This premier venue provides our dancers with a professional performance experience to culminate their dance year with us. Both recitals also feature WDS Senior, Junior, Teen, and Core Companies. Our dancers experience professional performance preparation in McCain with a technical and dress rehearsal leading up to their Recital performance.

Non-marking white tennis shoes (tread must be clean and free from mud and rocks), form-fitting, movement-friendly clothing that covers knees. Students are expected to attend classes regularly and on time. If schools close because of bad weather or an emergency, the studio will automatically close.

Leotard and footless tights. Lyrical shoes (tan jazz shoes). Students are asked to be polite and courteous to each other and the teachers. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. No gum, food, or beverages are allowed in the studio.

Leotard and tights. Boy shorts, skirts, or skorts are optional. Black tap shoes. Students are expected to attend classes regularly and on time. If schools close because of bad weather or an emergency, the studio will automatically close.

Leotard and tights. Boy shorts, skirts, or skorts are optional. Jazz shoes (black 1st-2nd / tan 3rd-12th). Students are asked to be polite and courteous to each other and the teachers. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. No gum, food, or beverages are allowed in the studio.

Leotard and tights with skirt and/or boy shorts. Ballet & Jazz (black) or Ballet & Tap (black) shoes are required. Students missing two consecutive classes will need to pay for a private lesson to learn missed recital choreography.

Solid-color leotard, no shorts, pink convertible tights, and pointe shoes. Hair in a secure bun. Students are expected to attend classes regularly and on time. If schools close because of bad weather or an emergency, the studio will automatically close.

Pink Ballet shoes purchased from WDS (no drawstring), solid-color leotard, and tights. Skirts are optional. Students are asked to be polite and courteous to each other and the teachers. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. No gum, food, or beverages are allowed in the studio.

Movement-friendly clothing (street clothes or dancewear), bare feet (to enhance exploration of balance), or Ballet shoes purchased from WDS (no drawstrings).

Tuition is paid per month, semester, or year and remains the same, regardless of the student's attendance or the amount of weeks in each month. It is due the first week of each month, September–April, and a $20 late fee may be added after the 10 th of the month.

Tuition is paid per month, semester, or year and remains the same, regardless of the student's attendance or the amount of weeks in each month. It is due the first week of each month, September–April, and a $20 late fee may be added after the 10 th of the month.

Tuition is paid per month, semester, or year and remains the same, regardless of the student's attendance or the amount of weeks in each month. It is due the first week of each month, September–April, and a $20 late fee may be added after the 10 th of the month.

Tuition is paid per month, semester, or year and remains the same, regardless of the student's attendance or the amount of weeks in each month. It is due the first week of each month, September–April, and a $20 late fee may be added after the 10 th of the month.

Hip Hop is a freestyle movement derived from Jazz that develops rhythm, coordination, and self-expression.

Lyrical training is a combination of Ballet, Modern, and Jazz elements in a contemporary interpretation that captures the choreographer's vision as the dancer physically and emotionally expresses a connection with the music. Dancers must also be enrolled in Ballet.

Washington Dance Studio's tap classes offer training in technique, choreography, and performance while focusing on rhythmic precision and musicality development.

This class combines the elements of either Ballet and Jazz (1st & 2nd grades) or Ballet and Tap (Kindergarten) class into one. This one-hour class allows dancers to experience and be exposed to two dance genres with an age-appropriate class length and curriculum that includes learning Ballet and Jazz/Tap fundamentals in a fun and active instructional setting. Dancers in this class perform a short Ballet and Jazz/Tap dance in our annual recital.

Jazz training is available in technique, choreography, and performance including classical, musical theatre, and contemporary styles. Beginning through Advanced.

An Extension of Ballet Using Pointe Shoes Dancers must be technically and physically strong for a safe and successful experience. Dancers must also be enrolled in Ballet and receive the instructor's permission (dancers are considered when meeting the above criteria).

The Foundation of All Dance Forms Ballet is essential in developing the complete dancer as it cultivates grace with strength while the dancer discovers control and balance. Washington Dance Studio offers beginning to advanced training based on a combination of Cecchetti, French, and Russian techniques.

Pre-Dance exposes children to a combination of pre-ballet technique and motor skill refinement, as well as social and spatial awareness development. It is a 45-minute class thoughtfully designed for the 4-year-old. Pre-dancer must be four by September 1.

Ballet + Jazz + Tap + Hip Hop + Lyrical/Contemporary. Aimed at experienced dancers in grades 9-12, this senior intensive covers ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and lyrical/contemporary dance forms.

Ballet + Jazz + Tap + Hip Hop + Lyrical/Contemporary. This intensive class is for students in grades 7-9, requiring prior dance experience and focusing on ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and lyrical/contemporary styles.

Ballet + Jazz + Tap + Hip Hop + Lyrical/Contemporary. Designed for students in grades 5-7, this intensive program offers advanced training in multiple dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and lyrical/contemporary.

Ballet + Jazz + Tap + Hip Hop + Daily Themes. Third and fourth graders will explore diverse dance techniques such as ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop in this engaging program.

Ballet + Jazz + Tap + Hip Hop + Daily Themes. This exploration program introduces first and second graders to a variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop.

McCain Auditorium Friday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m. 5th - 12th grades Saturday, May 9 at 3:00 p.m. Pre - 4th grades

Pre-dance class for 4-year-olds. Must be 4 years old by September 1st. This is a preliminary dance class.

Ballet class for 3rd graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Ballet class for students in 5th and 6th grade. This is an advanced level class requiring instructor permission.

Jazz class for 3rd graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Combined Ballet and Jazz class for 1st and 2nd graders. This class combines two popular dance styles for young dancers.

Tap dance class for students in 5th through 7th grade. Requires experience.

Lyrical dance class for students in 7th through 9th grade. Requires instructor permission and participation in Ballet.

Ballet class for 3rd and 4th graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Hip Hop dance class for students in 5th and 6th grade.

Jazz class for 3rd and 4th graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Hip Hop dance class for students in 6th and 7th grade.

Intermediate Hip Hop class for students in 7th through 9th grade. Requires experience.

Intermediate Tap class for students in 7th through 11th grade. Requires experience.

Advanced Hip Hop class for students in 10th through 12th grade. Requires experience.

Advanced Tap class for students in 11th and 12th grade. Requires experience.

Creative movement class for 3-year-olds. Must be 3 years old and potty trained by September 1st. Offered in two 10-week sessions.

Tap dance class for 4th graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Combined Ballet and Tap class for Kindergarten students. This class introduces foundational steps in both styles.

Intermediate Ballet class for students in 5th through 7th grade.

Hip Hop dance class for 4th graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Lyrical dance class for students in 5th through 7th grade. Requires enrollment in Ballet.

Advanced I Lyrical class for High School students. Requires experience, instructor permission, and enrollment in Ballet.

Jazz class for the Teen Company. This group focuses on jazz technique and performance.

Ballet class for teenagers in 8th grade and up. This class offers training for older students.

Dance program for the Teen Company. This class involves specialized training for teenage dancers.

Jazz class for teenagers in 8th grade and up. This class offers training for older students.

Intermediate Jazz class for students in 5th through 7th grade.

Combined Ballet and Jazz class for 2nd graders. This class combines two popular dance styles for young dancers.

Jazz class for the Core Company. This group focuses on jazz technique and performance.

Combined Ballet and Jazz class for 1st graders. This class combines two popular dance styles for young dancers.

Tap dance class for 3rd graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Dance program for the Core Company. This class involves specialized training and performance.

Hip Hop dance class for 3rd graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Advanced II Ballet class for High School students. Requires experience and instructor permission.

Advanced I Ballet class for High School students. Requires experience and instructor permission.

Advanced II Lyrical class for High School students. Requires experience, instructor permission, and enrollment in Ballet.

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet class for students in 7th and 8th grade. Requires experience and instructor permission.

Pointe class. Requires instructor permission and enrollment in Ballet. This advanced ballet technique is for experienced dancers.

Tap dance class for 1st graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Tap dance class for 2nd graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Ballet class for 4th graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Hip Hop dance class for 2nd graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Jazz class for 4th graders. This class is part of the 2025-2026 Class Schedule and runs from September through May.

Jazz class for the Junior Company. This group focuses on jazz technique and performance.

Jazz class for the Senior Company. This advanced group performs specialized routines.

Dance program for the Junior Company. This class involves specialized training and performance.

Advanced dance program for the Senior Company. This class involves intensive training and performance.

Creative Movement encourages physical, mental, and social development through exploration of movement (including Ballet basics), rhythm, and their expressive potential. This is a 30-minute, non-performance class carefully created for the 3-year-old. Both ten-week sessions culminate with an informal, interactive performance. Creative movers must be three by September 1 as well as potty-trained. This class is an excellent transition into our Pre-Dance program for 4-year-olds.

Summer Dance Camps are directed and instructed by Sharron Washington, Owner/Instructor of Washington Dance Studio since 1970. The staff considers teaching the youth of our community an honor.

Ballet Basics + Dance Craft + Daily Themes + Imagination + Props + Showtime. This camp is tailored for kindergarten-aged children, blending dance education with engaging crafts and imaginative play.

Ballet Basics + Dance Craft + Daily Themes + Imagination + Props + Showtime. Designed for children aged 4, focusing on fundamental dance movements and creative expression through various activities.