Butler School of Dance - Dance studio in Butler, Pennsylvania
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Butler School of Dance

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1775 North Main Street Extension

Butler, Pennsylvania 16001

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

About Butler School of Dance

Nestled in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Butler School of Dance is a vibrant hub for aspiring dancers of all ages and skill levels. Committed to fostering a love for movement and artistic expression, the school offers a diverse curriculum designed to nurture talent and build confidence. Students can explore a wide array of dance forms, including the foundational elegance of Ballet, the dynamic energy of Jazz and Hip Hop, and the rhythmic precision of Tap. Contemporary dance provides an avenue for emotional storytelling through movement, while the social grace of Ballroom dancing offers a different kind of expressive artistry. For those seeking a fun and energetic fitness experience, Zumba classes are also available. The Butler School of Dance prides itself on providing a welcoming environment where students can develop their technique, creativity, and passion for dance under the guidance of experienced instructors. Whether pursuing a serious dance education or simply looking for a creative outlet, the school offers a comprehensive program to meet the needs of its community.

Styles offered at Butler School of Dance

Programs from Butler School of Dance

23 programs available

Classes

Hip Hop

This energetic and fun-filled class focuses on teaching foundational hip hop dance moves in a supportive, judgment-free environment. It typically begins with a dynamic warm-up to get the body moving and loosened up, followed by across-the-floor exercises or grooves to build rhythm, coordination, and style. The class emphasizes musicality, expression, and performance. Classes are designed for adult dancers of all skill levels, aiming to boost confidence, fitness, and creativity through dance.

Dance Fitness

Adult dance fitness combines high-energy dance movements with cardiovascular exercise to improve overall health and well-being. These classes blend fun choreography with music from various genres to boost endurance, coordination, and flexibility. The instructor will demonstrate different intensity levels so everyone can enjoy the class. Pick and choose your level!

Jazz

Our adult jazz class provides an energetic environment for adult dancers of all skill levels. Whether beginners looking to build foundational technique or more experienced dancers refining their artistry, this class focus on flexibility, coordination, and musicality. Sessions include warm-ups, across-the-floor progressions, and engaging choreography that blends classic jazz styles with contemporary influences.

Ballet

This class offers a graceful introduction to classical ballet for adults of all levels. Focusing on posture, flexibility, and strength, students will learn fundamental ballet technique through barre work, center exercises, and simple combinations across the floor. With an emphasis on musicality, balance, and controlled movement, this class is perfect for those looking to explore ballet in a supportive and structured environment. No prior dance experience is required.

Intermediate Tap

Intermediate adult tap classes are designed for dancers who are familiar with basic tap steps and rhythms and are ready to advance their skills. These classes often focus on: Complex Patterns and Steps: Building on foundational techniques to introduce more intricate combinations and rhythms. Variety of Styles: Exploring different tap styles, such as Broadway, rhythm, and contemporary tap. Musicality: Enhancing the ability to develop a deeper connection to music.

Beginner Tap

Adult beginner tap classes are all about learning the basics of tap dance in a fun and supportive environment. They typically start with warm-ups to isolate foot movements, followed by rhythm and step-based exercises. Students also practice across-the-floor movements. They put together their new skills with short choreography each week. Tap dancing is not only a great workout but also helps improve balance, coordination, and brain activity.

Adult Dance
$85.00

Our adult dance classes are designed for individuals of all experience levels who are looking to explore movement, build confidence, and enjoy the physical and mental benefits of dance. Whether you're returning to dance or trying it for the first time, our classes offer a creative and energetic outlet to express yourself and stay active.

Adult Winter Session

Fall Classes

Classes for our 2025-2026 Season

Advanced Level

Is for students who usually have 8 or more years experience. The nuance of dance and the artistry start to evolve. This is a more advanced dancer who has an understanding and awareness of self in respect to knowing and being “ABLE” to implement Level 3. There is a maturity and understanding of port de bras, projection, and the performance aspects of dance.

Level 3

Is for students who usually have 6-7 years experience. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and correct implementation of placement, alignment, turn-out, focus, and projection. There is more advancement in all the dance genres with a higher difficulty level.

Level 2

Is for students who usually have 4-5 years experience. In all dance genres the student builds upon previously introduced techniques. The student should know placement and alignment. Steps, progressions, variations, turns, leaps, and rhythm patterns have increased and other time signatures are introduced in this level.

Level 1

Is for students who usually have 2-3 years experience. The student should know basic ballet positions and simple steps, be able to perform simple single and double sound tap steps (quarter note and eighth note rhythms), and recognize where the “downbeat” falls. Jazz will include warm-up, stretches, isolations, simple steps and progressions, and the introduction to balance and simple turns.

Introductory/Beginner

Is for students who have minimal exposure to dance, usually no experience up to two years. In this level, the student is introduced to gross locomotor skills, simple rhythms, counting, and basic positions.

Kinder

Continues the development of gross motor skills, finding the downbeat, continuing the development of simple rhythm. The classes start to incorporate simple combinations (4-8 counts) and formulating a “step.”

Preschool

Focuses on gross motor skills and developing rhythm through marching. It encourages the student to develop skills in following simple directions, exhibiting good behavior, and listening.

Semi-Private Lessons
$40.00

Small group instruction for three students focusing on shared learning and peer feedback, designed to enhance technique and performance in a supportive environment.

Semi-Private Lessons
$45.00

Small group instruction for two students focusing on shared learning and peer feedback, designed to enhance technique and performance in a supportive environment.

Private Lessons
$50.00

One-on-one instruction tailored to individual student needs, offering personalized feedback and focused technique development for optimal progress in dance.

Butler School of Dance

Regular schedule of classes begin Wednesday, September 3rd for the 2025-2026 season.
Ballet & Jazz

Our adult jazz class provides an energetic environment for adult dancers of all skill levels. Whether beginners looking to build foundational technique or more experienced dancers refining their artistry, this class focus on flexibility, coordination, and musicality.

Tap

Adult beginner tap classes are all about learning the basics of tap dance in a fun and supportive environment. They typically start with warm-ups to isolate foot movements, followed by rhythm and step-based exercises. Students also practice across-the-floor movements. They put together their new skills with short choreography each week. Tap dancing is not only a great workout but also helps improve balance, coordination, and brain activity.


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Butler School of Dance?

Call Butler School of Dance at (724) 841-0321 or visit http://www.butlerschoolofdance.com/.

What is the best way to contact Butler School of Dance?

The quickest way is to call (724) 841-0321 or visit http://www.butlerschoolofdance.com/.

What city is Butler School of Dance in?

Butler School of Dance is in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Is Butler School of Dance open on weekends?

Yes, Butler School of Dance is open on weekends — Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

Does Butler School of Dance have Saturday classes?

Yes, Butler School of Dance is open Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM.