Destiny Dance Institute - Dance studio in Wake Forest, North Carolina
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Destiny Dance Institute

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417 Brooks Street

Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
71 programs

About Destiny Dance Institute

Destiny Dance Institute, located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, offers a comprehensive and diverse range of dance programs for all ages, fostering a passion for movement and creativity. The institute is dedicated to building a strong technical foundation and nurturing artistic development in every student. For our youngest movers, engaging classes like Creative Movement, Pre-Dance, Hip-Hop Tots, AcroDance, Pre-Ballet, Jazz Tots, and Tap Tots provide foundational skills in a playful environment. Students aged six and up can explore specialized training in a variety of genres including Acrobatics, Ballet/Pointe, Commercial Hip-Hop, Jazz/Contemporary, Modern, Musical Theater, and Tap. Destiny Dance Institute features a rigorous Intensive Training Program (ITP) for dedicated students seeking advanced instruction. The ITP includes distinct companies for Ballet, Jazz/Contemporary, Commercial Hip-Hop, and Tap, culminating in professional galas. Beyond regular instruction, dancers benefit from enriching opportunities such as master classes and intensive weekend workshops, often featuring world-renowned instructors, focusing on Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Ballet. The studio also offers adult classes and exciting camp experiences for grades K-6th, which blend various dance styles with themed activities and a culminating performance. Destiny Dance Institute is committed to providing exceptional dance education within a supportive atmosphere, cultivating talent and encouraging students to reach their full potential in the Raleigh/Wake Forest area. Virtual classes via Zoom are also available, offering flexibility and accessibility.

Programs from Destiny Dance Institute

71 programs available

Classes

Intensive Training Program

Adult Classes

Tap

Musical Theater

Jazz/Contemporary

Commercial Hip-Hop

Ballet/Pointe

AcroDance

Tap Tots (4-5 yrs)

Jazz Tots (4-5 yrs)

Pre-Ballet (4-5 yrs)

AcroDance (4-5 yrs)

Hip-Hop Tots (3-5 yrs)

Pre-Dance (3 yrs)

Creative Movement (2 yrs)

I Can Club! (3-5 yrs)

Tap Tots

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Jazz Tots

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Pre-Ballet

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

AcroDance

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Hip-Hop Tots

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Pre-Dance

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Creative Movement

Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

I Can Club!

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Tap Tots

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Jazz Tots

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Acro Tots

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Hip-Hop Tots

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Pre-ballet

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Pre-dance

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Creative Movement

Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music! Our exciting, age appropriate preschool program will develop motor skills, coordination and grace while fostering a love for dancing. Students will build confidence and a sense of achievement while building a strong foundation for future dance training.

Tap Tots

Jazz Tots

Pre-Ballet

Hip-Hop Tots

Pre-Dance

Creative Movement

I Can Club!

Tap

Tap dance class for ages 6 and up, developing rhythm, coordination, and sound production through tap shoes.

Musical Theater

Musical Theater class for ages 6 and up, focusing on combining acting, singing, and dancing for stage performance.

Jazz/Contemporary

Jazz and Contemporary dance class for ages 6 and up, blending the energetic style of jazz with the expressive nature of contemporary dance.

Commercial Hip-Hop

Commercial Hip-Hop class for ages 6 and up, teaching current hip-hop styles used in media and performance.

Ballet/Pointe

Ballet and Pointe class for individuals aged 6 and up, focusing on classical ballet technique and pointe work.

AcroDance

AcroDance class for ages 6 and up, merging dance with acrobatic elements for a dynamic performance style.

Tap Tots

Tap Tots is an exciting class for 4-5 year olds focused on developing rhythm, coordination, and musicality through tap dance.

Jazz Tots

Jazz Tots is a lively class for children aged 4-5, exploring the dynamic and rhythmic movements of jazz dance.

Pre-Ballet

Pre-Ballet introduces young dancers aged 4-5 to the foundational techniques and grace of classical ballet.

AcroDance

AcroDance combines the artistry of dance with the athleticism of acrobatics, suitable for children aged 4-5 years.

Hip-Hop Tots

Hip-Hop Tots is an energetic dance class for children aged 3-5, introducing them to the fundamentals of hip-hop dance moves and rhythms.

Pre-Dance

Pre-Dance is an introductory dance class for 3-year-olds, focusing on basic steps, rhythm, and musicality in a fun, engaging environment.

Creative Movement

Creative Movement is a program designed for 2-year-olds focusing on foundational movement skills and artistic expression through dance.

Intensive Training Program

DDI’s Intensive Training Program (ITP) is designed for dancers that desire to excel in technical and performance skills beyond what training one day a week can accomplish. Dancers attend class two to five times weekly depending on age and level. There are four companies within the ITP: Ballet, Jazz/Contemporary, Commercial Hip-Hop and Tap. All companies perform in two professional galas per year. The option to train in our Intensive Training Program and not perform is available. Our goal is to provide a sense of community and belonging while cultivating talent and good citizenship in our students.

Acros Dance

Tap

Tap is an exercise of the feet and mind. Our program starts with the basics, continues to mastery and builds from there to complex phrasing. Timing, rhythm and stylization will be developed through classic and rhythm style choreography. These classes are challenging and fun, both physically and mentally.

Tap Tots

Tap is an exercise of the feet and mind. Our program starts with the basics, continues to mastery and builds from there to complex phrasing. Timing, rhythm and stylization will be developed through classic and rhythm style choreography. These classes are challenging and fun, both physically and mentally.

Musical Theater

Musical Theatre class at DDI brings Broadway dance styles and choreography from a number of different musicals, old and new. This is a dance focused class, but singing and acting techniques are also explored.

Jazz/Contemporary

Jazz dance encompasses many styles: Broadway, Fosse, Contemporary, & Funk to name a few. Contemporary dance is a blend of many dance genres but primarily includes ballet, jazz, modern, lyrical, and commercial hip-hop inspired movement. At DDI, these classes will explore both Jazz and Contemporary techniques and choreography. Specific turns, jumps and leaps are taught in line with correct body alignment. Coordination, flexibility, musicality, endurance and control are also developed. Students at every level enjoy this dynamic style of dance! This class is a great compliment to ballet training. Students will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June. This class is 1 hour long. All dress code items are to be purchased at the studio. See dress code items here.

Commercial Hip-Hop

DDI offers commercial hip-hop classes for ages 6 and up (and hip-hop tots for ages 3-5). Commercial style hip-hop dance is inspired by the many street dance techniques developed by the Hip-Hop culture.

Ballet/Pointe

The ballet program at DDI places emphasis on teaching proper ballet technique. Developing a strong technical foundation will enable the student to make continual progress. DDI does not sacrifice the education of a student to teach “a dance.” In order to cover all the elements of ballet the older students take a longer class. Students will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June. Dancers working towards and in our Intensive Training Program take multiple weekly classes and are eligible to audition for our affiliated non-profit Ballet Company, The Wake Forest Youth Ballet. Only dancers training in our Intensive Training Program are eligible to be evaluated to train and perform on Pointe.

Company Acro

Company Acro – specific to dancers in the DDI Intensive Training Program. Company Acro classes do not perform in the Recital. Pre-requisites apply.

AcroDance

AcroDance is a beautiful fusion of acrobatic movement and traditional dance. It is not the same as gymnastics; skills are taught differently for the dancer to safely perform on a hard stage and in a way to blend artistically and seamlessly into choreography.

Broadway Babies
$75.00

This class introduces broadway songs and dance styles from a number of different musicals, old and new. Acting techniques are also explored through a variety of theater games and fun activities. This class is high energy and a lot of fun!

Tap Tots

This fun and LOUD class will introduce the fundamentals of tap and music. Boys and girls will enjoy the thrill of “making music” with their feet while focusing on building dance skills, learning new steps and counting music. Tap tots will improve the dancers’ coordination and musicality. Dancers enjoy the work with rhythm sticks that help them learn to recognize patterns. This will help them discover phrasing in the music as they progress in their development. Students will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June. This class is 45 minutes long. All dress code items are to be purchased at the studio. See dress code items here.

AcroDance (4-5yrs)

Acro classes cover a range of basic to advanced tumbling and contortion skills. Also involved are conditioning and flexibility exercises. Students may also work on partner skills. Acro is great for improving a dancer’s strength, balance, agility, and flexibility. This class will have an in-studio skills demonstration for families to attend in December and will perform in end of season Recital in June. This class is 45 minutes long. All dress code items are to be purchased at the studio. See dress code items here.

Pre-Ballet (4-5yrs)

This class helps the young dancer to build a strong foundation for future dance training. Dancers begin learning the fundamentals of ballet and body awareness. The classroom focus will be on technique, building a dance vocabulary, self-expression, and performance within the joy of a disciplined yet encouraging learning environment. This class will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June. This class is 45 minutes long.

Jazz Tots (4-5yrs)

Jazz encompasses many styles: Broadway, Fosse, Contemporary, & Funk to name a few. Specific jazz turns, jumps and leaps are taught in line with correct body alignment. Coordination, flexibility, musicality, endurance and control are also developed. Students at every level enjoy this dynamic style of dance. This class is a great compliment to ballet training. This class will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June. This class is 45 minutes long. All dress code items are to be purchased at the studio. See dress code list her e.

Hip Hop Tots

Hip-Hop Tots is a fun high energy class that lays a good dance foundation while introducing the students to a variety of Commercial Hip-hop styles. The movements and exercises will develop greater body awareness, flexibility, strength & control as well as musicality. The dance choreography will further develop musicality, style, and performance personality. Students will also be given an encouraging opportunity to express their freestyle movements, fostering their own unique style and building their self-confidence as the class cheers them on. From this exciting class, a student may continue to study Commercial Hip-Hop with a good base to build on, and they will have also have developed skills that will be helpful in other styles of dance. This class will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June. This class is 45 minutes long.

Pre-Dance & Tumble

The primary focus of this class will be pre-dance but dancers will also explore primary, fundamental elements of Acro dance for a small portion of the class. This class is 45 minutes long and will perform in the Winter Showcase in December and the formal end of season Recital in June!

Pre-Dance (3yrs)

Destiny Dance Institute’s 3-year-old Pre-Dance class is structured to develop motor skills, coordination, and grace while fostering a love for dancing. This dance class will introduce basic ballet technique and vocabulary in a fun and exciting manner. Students will learn ballet and jazz movements that will build their confidence and give them a sense of achievement. The skills they develop in this playful environment will lay a foundation for future dance technique classes.

Creative Movement (2yrs)

This class is designed to introduce age appropriate classwork for the young dancer’s physical, emotional, and social skills. This dance class develops basic elements of expressive and creative movement, ballet vocabulary, and music. Primary objectives are geared toward inspiration, self-expression, creativity, and imagination. Elements of ballet are introduced and Young children experience the love of learning through dance and music.

Courses

Intensive Training Program

For students desiring a more intense and rigorous study of dance, we offer an intensive training and company program.


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Destiny Dance Institute?

Call Destiny Dance Institute at (919) 453-1453 or visit http://www.destinydanceinstitute.com/.

Does Destiny Dance Institute have evening hours?

Yes, Destiny Dance Institute offers evening hours. Monday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Thursday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Friday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Saturday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM.

What city is Destiny Dance Institute in?

Destiny Dance Institute is in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

What is Destiny Dance Institute's phone number?

You can phone Destiny Dance Institute at (919) 453-1453.

What are Destiny Dance Institute's hours?

Destiny Dance Institute is open Monday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Thursday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Friday: 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Saturday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM.