Omaha School of Music & Dance

These classes meet once a week and are perfect for adults who want to challenge themselves, continue growing their technique, and even perform. Our advanced students get the opportunity to shine on stage in our fall and spring recitals—proof that dance can be a lifelong passion!

Star Elite is the team for dancers who want to take their training and performing to the next level. This advanced group competes at 4 local competitions and travels to Nationals in the summer. Dancers take 3–4 technique classes and about 3–4 team classes each week, averaging 2–3 nights per week. If you’re serious about competition dance near me opportunities, Star Elite is the top choice.

If you’re looking for competition dance near me that isn’t overwhelming, Super Nova is a great fit. These dancers perform at 1 competition each season and appear in several community performances. Training includes 2 technique classes plus 1 team class weekly, usually over 1–2 nights per week. It’s a balanced way for kids to explore competition dance.

For young dancers ready for a little more, Shooting Stars is the perfect introduction to team dance. Dancers take 1 weekly dance class plus 1 team class to learn their routines. Shooting Stars keeps the commitment light while still giving kids the chance to experience the fun of performing.

If your dancer loves music, emotion, and storytelling through movement, our lyrical dance classes in Omaha are the perfect fit. Lyrical dance blends the grace of ballet with the freedom of jazz and contemporary styles, creating a powerful way for dancers to express themselves.

Acro Dance is where the strength of gymnastics meets the creativity of dance—and it’s no surprise that it’s our most popular class at OSMD! Dancers love the challenge and fun of learning new tricks while blending them seamlessly with musicality, rhythm, and expressive movement.

At OSMD, our hip hop program is designed to give dancers a solid foundation while letting their creativity and confidence shine. From their very first class, students learn authentic hip hop movement in an encouraging environment that makes them excited to come back each week.

Jazz Dance is all about energy, style, and technique, making it one of the most exciting and dynamic ways for kids to express themselves through movement. Like ballet, jazz requires strong technical skills, teaching dancers alignment, coordination, strength, and flexibility. But unlike ballet, jazz brings in a fun, contemporary edge that lets dancers explore rhythm, performance, and personality in every step. From sharp, powerful movements to fluid, expressive choreography, jazz helps dancers develop the confidence and stage presence that set them apart. One of the most common places you’ll see jazz dance is on stage in musicals or performing with a dance team, whether at competitions, football games, or school events. That’s why jazz is especially popular among dancers who dream of joining a dance team in Omaha. At OSMD, our jazz classes are designed to prepare students for these opportunities by combining technical training with high-energy choreography and engaging music. Dancers learn leaps, turns, kicks, and combinations while also developing teamwork, rhythm, and performance skills—all critical for anyone hoping to join a school dance team or perform on stage. Jazz at OSMD isn’t just about learning steps—it’s about building confidence, creativity, and a love of dance. Our experienced teachers know how to challenge dancers while keeping classes fun and engaging, so kids stay motivated and excited week after week. Whether your dancer dreams of performing in musicals, joining a high school or college dance team, or simply moving with style and energy, jazz dance is the perfect choice to build both skill and passion. If your child wants to be part of a dance team in Omaha or just gain the confidence and technique to shine on stage, our jazz classes provide the foundation they need. With OSMD, dancers don’t just learn jazz—they thrive, grow, and develop the skills to take their performance to the next level.

Ballet is the foundation of so many dance styles, and at OSMD, our classes are designed to be both technically strong and incredibly fun! Our talented teachers guide dancers through classical ballet technique while keeping kids fully engaged with current music, brain breaks, and learning through play. In today’s digital age, keeping kids’ attention is more important than ever, and our ballet classes strike the perfect balance between focus and fun. Dancers learn important skills like posture, alignment, strength, flexibility, and coordination—all while working with peers, building teamwork, and developing confidence on and off the dance floor.

We teach these as well! We are happy to teach any combination of people for their showcase dance and make sure everyone is feeling confident on the big day!

Counting down the days until you and your partner say “I do”? Cross one thing off your list and come learn your first dance at Omaha School of Music & Dance. Our fun, professional dance instructors will choreograph and teach the perfect routine that fits your vibe.

Our fun, professional dance instructors will choreograph and teach the perfect routine that fits your vibe. We can teach wedding dance in two ways. You can learn a choreographed routine to your song that is as simple or intricate as you’d like! OR we can teach you basic ballroom skills so you are able to gracefully dance through your reception and as a lifelong skill that will have you dancing at the weddings of friends and family for years to come!

Pom dance classes are a high-energy option for kids who love to dance and cannot sit still, focusing on choreography skills and energetic routines.

Leveled Classes - 60min/week provide a more intensive dance training experience, allowing students to delve deeper into technique and choreography for 60 minutes each week.

Leveled Classes - 45min/week are designed for students progressing in their dance education, offering focused training and technique development for 45 minutes each week.

Kinder-1st Grade Dance Class provides a structured yet fun environment for early elementary students to explore dance, build coordination, and develop performance skills.

Preschool Dance Class offers an engaging introduction to the world of dance for young children, focusing on fundamental movements and creative expression.

We have classes for beginner-advanced adults in the following styles: Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Lyrical, and Jazz.

Lyrical dance is rooted in ballet, and it is recommended that you start with ballet first.

Hip Hop is common as a street and commercial style of dance. Kids start with learning grooves, breaking, and rhythms!

Jazz is a style thats incredibly versatile! You would see jazz dancing at a musical or even from a high school dance team!

We offer ballet dance classes for kids of all age groups as well as classes for adults!

Acro is short for Acrobatics and is like a mixture of gymnastics and dance!

Campers will learn several dance routines, do arts & crafts, play games, watch movies, and have TONS OF FUN! Kiddos will get to try ALL the dance styles (acro, ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and lyrical).

Ballet I for 2nd-5th graders is offered on Fridays from 5:00-5:45pm, teaching foundational ballet technique and terminology.

Preschool Hip Hop/Acro classes are scheduled for Fridays from 5:30-6:30pm, providing energetic hip hop and acrobatic instruction for preschoolers.

Acro I for 2nd-5th grade students meets on Fridays from 5:45-6:30pm, focusing on building acrobatic skills and coordination.

Hip Hop I for 2nd-5th graders is scheduled for Fridays from 6:30-7:15pm, introducing dynamic hip hop movements and rhythms.

Ballet and Acro classes for Kinder and 1st graders are available on Fridays from 6:30-7:30pm.

Acro III for 3rd-6th graders is offered on Mondays from 5:00-5:45pm, focusing on advanced acrobatic skills and conditioning.

Ballet III for 3rd-6th graders meets on Mondays from 5:45-6:30pm, continuing intermediate to advanced ballet training.

Jazz I class for 2nd-5th graders meets on Mondays from 5:45-6:30pm, focusing on fundamental jazz techniques and choreography.

Jazz IV for students in grades 7th-11th is offered on Mondays from 6:30-7:15pm, focusing on advanced jazz techniques and complex choreography.

Acro I for students in grades 2nd-5th is held on Mondays from 6:30-7:15pm, developing strength, flexibility, and acrobatic skills.

Lyrical/Contemporary V/VI for 7th-11th graders meets on Mondays from 7:15-8:00pm, focusing on advanced expressive contemporary and lyrical dance.

This class combines Hip Hop IV and V for students in grades 7th-11th, running on Mondays from 7:15-8:00pm.

This class combines Hip Hop IV and V for students in grades 7th-11th, running on Mondays from 7:15-8:00pm.

Adult Tap class is scheduled for Mondays from 8:00-8:45pm, for adults looking to improve their tap dancing skills.

Ballet VI for 7th-11th graders is offered on Mondays from 8:00-9:00pm, providing advanced ballet training.

Ballet I class for 2nd-5th graders is available on Saturdays from 10:00-10:45am, continuing foundational ballet training.

Hip Hop classes for adult beginners run on Saturdays from 10:45-11:30am, introducing foundational hip hop dance.

Acro I for 2nd-5th grade students is held on Saturdays from 10:45-10:30am, reinforcing acrobatic techniques.

Hip Hop I for 2nd-5th graders takes place on Saturdays from 11:30am-12:15pm, exploring rhythm and movement in hip hop dance.

Preschool Ballet/Acro classes are offered on Saturday mornings from 9-10am, perfect for young children to explore ballet and acrobatic skills.

Tap classes for adult beginners are offered on Saturdays from 9:15-10:00am, focusing on basic tap steps and rhythm.

Pre-Pointe classes are offered on Thursdays from 5:00-5:45pm, preparing dancers for pointe work and strengthening necessary muscles.

Pointe I class is held on Thursdays from 5:45-6:45pm, for dancers ready to begin pointe training.

Lyrical/Contemporary II/III for 3rd-6th graders meets on Thursdays from 5:45-6:30pm, exploring expressive lyrical and contemporary dance styles.

Lyrical/Contemporary II for 3rd-6th graders meets on Thursdays from 5:45-6:30pm, exploring expressive lyrical and contemporary dance styles.

Lyrical/Contemporary IV/V for 7th-11th graders meets on Thursdays from 6:30-7:15pm, exploring advanced lyrical and contemporary dance styles.

Ballet V for 7th-11th graders is offered on Thursdays from 7:15-8:00pm, continuing advanced ballet training.

Ballet classes for adult beginners are held on Thursdays from 8:00-8:45pm, focusing on fundamental ballet movements.

Adult Beginner Tap classes are scheduled for Thursdays from 8:15-9:00pm, providing an introduction to tap dance rhythms and footwork.

Preschool Ballet/Acro classes are available on Tuesdays from 2-3pm, offering young children an introduction to ballet and acrobatic movements.

This class combines Hip Hop II and III for students in grades 3rd-6th, running on Tuesdays from 5:00-5:45pm.

This class combines Hip Hop II and III for students in grades 3rd-6th, running on Tuesdays from 5:00-5:45pm.

Ballet II for students in grades 3rd-6th is offered on Tuesdays from 5:00-5:45pm, building upon intermediate ballet skills.

Acro II for 3rd-6th graders meets on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:30pm, focusing on developing intermediate acrobatic abilities.

This class combines energetic Hip Hop and Acro for Kinder and 1st graders, running on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm.

Jazz class for adults is held on Tuesdays from 7:30-8:15pm, offering intermediate jazz training.

Adult Beginner Ballet classes are available on Tuesdays from 7:45-8:30pm, introducing foundational ballet techniques for adults.

Lyrical dance class for adults runs on Tuesdays from 8:15-9:00pm, focusing on expressive lyrical movement.

Intermediate Ballet class for adults meets on Tuesdays from 8:15-9:00pm, building upon intermediate ballet technique.

Adult Beginner Hip Hop classes run on Tuesdays from 8:30-9:15pm, offering an energetic introduction to hip hop dance for adults.

Jazz II/III for 3rd-6th graders is held on Wednesdays from 5:45-6:30pm, advancing jazz technique and performance.

Jazz II/III for 3rd-6th graders is held on Wednesdays from 5:45-6:30pm, advancing jazz technique and performance.

Ballet and Acro for Kinder and 1st grade students, held every Wednesday from 5:45-6:45pm.

Ballet IV for 7th-11th graders meets on Wednesdays from 6:45-7:30pm, continuing advanced ballet training and artistry.

Jazz V/VI for 7th-11th graders is held on Wednesdays from 7:15-8:00pm, focusing on advanced jazz techniques and choreography.

Acro IV for 7th-11th graders is held on Wednesdays from 7:30-8:15pm, focusing on advanced acrobatic techniques and performance.

Acro V/VI for 7th-11th graders meets on Wednesdays from 8:00-8:45pm, focusing on advanced acrobatic skills and conditioning.

Advanced Ballet class for adults meets on Wednesdays from 8:15-9:00pm, for experienced ballet dancers.

These 8-week beginner workshops are the perfect place to start. These workshops cover the fundamentals of ballet, tap, or hip hop in a fun and encouraging setting. You’ll build coordination, strength, and confidence while learning at a comfortable pace.

Campers will learn several dance routines, do arts & crafts, play games, watch movies, and have TONS OF FUN! Kiddos will get to try ALL the dance styles (acro, ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and lyrical).

Campers will learn several dance routines, do arts & crafts, play games, watch movies, and have TONS OF FUN! Kiddos will get to try ALL the dance styles (acro, ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and lyrical).

Campers will learn several dance routines, do arts & crafts, play games, watch movies, and have TONS OF FUN! Kiddos will get to try ALL the dance styles (acro, ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and lyrical).