Eau Claire School of Dance - Dance studio in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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Eau Claire School of Dance

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3540 Jeffers Road

Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703

40 programs

About Eau Claire School of Dance

Nestled in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Eau Claire School of Dance (ECSOD) has been a cornerstone of dance education for decades, fostering a deep love and passion for movement across all ages. ECSOD offers a comprehensive curriculum including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Musical Theater, Contemporary, and Flamenco. The studio is dedicated to nurturing talent, building confidence, and sharing the transformative power of dance through high-quality instruction in a fun, supportive, and disciplined atmosphere. Specialized programs for young dancers include "Dance With Me!" for toddlers and an adult, "Tiny Tutus" for an introduction to ballet, and "Creative Movement" for 2-3 year olds. ECSOD prioritizes personalized attention with smaller class sizes, limiting enrollment to a maximum of nine students and offering assistants for younger classes to ensure a low student-to-instructor ratio. Students have multiple opportunities to showcase their progress through a Summer Show, Winter Show, and an annual Spring Show. The studio boasts a beautiful, modern facility with sprung floors in all three studios, viewing windows, and a spacious lobby with viewing TVs and a "Snack Barre." ECSOD offers over 100 classes per week, ranging from single weekly classes to intensive performance and company programs. The esteemed instructors, including Stephanie Houdek-Kling, Miki Hagedorn, Ashley Kinning, Macy Roberts, Gail Brooks, Amber Fox, Zoe Gullicksrud, Anni Gullicksrud, Maddie Buchholz, Bryn Butalla, and Kimmy Adiloska, many with extensive New York City training at institutions like Broadway Dance Center, guide students on a rich journey. For advanced training and performance opportunities, ECSOD features a Competitive Program, including the ECSOD Company, with students consistently earning accolades. The academic year runs September through May with 10 monthly tuition installments, and a separate Summer Schedule is also available. Inquire about the competitive program or auditions by contacting miki@eauclaireschoolofdance.com.

Styles offered at Eau Claire School of Dance

Programs from Eau Claire School of Dance

40 programs available

Classes

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Acro

Adult Ballet

Ballet is a joint-friendly, classical and artistic dance form which combines grace and precision of movement, with a formalized set of steps and gestures.

Adult Jazz

Jazz is a stylized, fast-paced form of dance that employs many of the same concepts of ballet. This form of dance includes a variety of different skills and other technical aspects, and is paired with music that is popular and upbeat. Students focus on strength, technique, memorization and terminology.

Adult Tap

Tap is all about rhythm! This class which focuses on tap basics along with some intricate, slightly more advanced combinations. A great workout for your legs, your mind, and your heart! Dancers wear tap shoes in order to create sound patterns with their feet.

Adult Hip Hop

Hip Hop is a fun, funky, fast-paced style of dance that's guaranteed to give you a fabulous workout without you even realizing it!

College Team

A Competitive dance class for advanced dancers age 18 and up! ECSOD offers a College Team to allows dancers to continue with their training. Class meets once a week for 90 minutes and focuses on the styles of contemporary lyrical/jazz and hip hop. ECSOD College Team members also attend 2 dance competitions in the spring and perform at the ECSOD shows in May.

Petite program

As a beginner, just starting out in our Mini or Petite program, you can expect to be in class for approximately 3 hours per week.

Mini program

As a beginner, just starting out in our Mini or Petite program, you can expect to be in class for approximately 3 hours per week.

acro

Professional, focused training in ballet, jazz, tap, acro and more. Dancers receive training in ballet, jazz, tap, and acro and also receive unlimited drop-in classes, workshops, master classes, and a reduced rate on our 6-week session classes.

Wednesdays, June 25-July 30
tap

Professional, focused training in ballet, jazz, tap, acro and more. Dancers receive training in ballet, jazz, tap, and acro and also receive unlimited drop-in classes, workshops, master classes, and a reduced rate on our 6-week session classes.

Wednesdays, June 25-July 30
jazz

Professional, focused training in ballet, jazz, tap, acro and more. Dancers receive training in ballet, jazz, tap, and acro and also receive unlimited drop-in classes, workshops, master classes, and a reduced rate on our 6-week session classes.

Wednesdays, June 25-July 30
ballet

Professional, focused training in ballet, jazz, tap, acro and more. Dancers receive training in ballet, jazz, tap, and acro and also receive unlimited drop-in classes, workshops, master classes, and a reduced rate on our 6-week session classes.

Wednesdays, June 25-July 30
Beat Boyz Hip Hop Dance Crew

ECSOD's Beat Boyz Hip Hop Dance Crew is for our talented male dancers! This class focuses on the unique strength of movement and athletic power of the male dancer. Dancers will learn the technique basics of hip hop, including popping, locking, breaking, and more. Beat Boyz also includes performance opportunities and a competitive dance opportunity.

Boys-Only Tap/Hip Hop Combos

Boys Only Tap/Hip Hop Combos are designed specifically for the uniqueness of the male dancer focusing on tap and hip hop techniques.

Acrobatic Arts

ECSOD Company! ECSOD's Competition Team!

Company is for any dancer age 5 & up who is passionate about dance and is ready to level up! Dancers receive professional training in ballet and jazz techniques, stretch/strength/conditioning, have at least 2 choreography classes, are involved in a production routine, and have the opportunity to do a solo, duet, or trio if they so choose. Company attends 3 competitions in the spring. Pre-Company is also an option for dancers age 4-6. Email miki@eauclaireschoolofdance.com if interested! Learn more here!

PERFORM! ECSOD's Performance Team!

PERFORM is perfect for any dancer age 7 & up who loves to perform! Dancers can choose their styles (no minimums!), are involved in a production routine, and have the opportunity to do a solo, duet, or trio if they so choose. PERFORM attends one dance competition in the spring and has additional performance opportunities throughout the season. Email stephanie@eauclaireschoolofdance.com if interested! Learn more here!

Move It! Adaptive Dance Class

MOVE IT! is an all-inclusive dance class for children with disabilities. Come move it, shake it, and groove it with us! It's a BLAST! Proper student/instructor ratio. Wheelchair accessible.

Technique

Technique classes are available to any student wishing to improve upon the technical aspects of dance including their jumps, leaps and turns. Classes available in Jazz and Ballet. Technique classes do not perform a dance in the recital and therefore do not need to purchase a costume or pay the costume deposit at registration. Classes are offered at all levels.

Pointe

Pointe is offered to those students who have mastered the knowledge and technique of ballet and are ready for the next level. Strength and control are extremely important in this dance form. Instructor approval is necessary.

Hip Hop

Hip Hop is the style most frequently seen on television and music videos. Movements are fast, funky, and intricate at times. A Jazz background is recommended. Adult classes also available! Bring your spunky attitudes!

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre is an exciting class combining dance with acting and lip-syncing! Dancers recreate numbers from Broadway Musicals and learn the importance and the art of entertainment. Ages 10 and up.

Tap

Tap is all about rhythm! This exciting and challenging form of dance is executed by creating combinations of sounds with the shoes on your feet. Students focus on rhythm, timing, and coordination. Adult classes also available!

Lyrical

Lyrical is a dance form based on creative expression. It is a story set in motion. Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz which combines one's own expression along with technical skills. Students must have a solid dance base for this class.

Jazz

Jazz is a stylized, fast-paced form of dance that employs many of the same concepts of ballet. This form of dance includes a variety of different skills and other technical aspects, and is paired with music that is popular and upbeat. Students focus on strength, technique, memorization, and terminology. Classes available for all levels including college! Dancers will be placed in the correct class level by age and ability.

Ballet

Ballet is the foundation of dance. It teaches proper placement, alignment, balance, technique and control. All of these elements are extremely important in any form of dance. Students will focus on improving strength, control, and body positioning in barre and center work, as well as learning all of the vocabulary and terminology of Ballet. A great class for any and every student. Classes offered at all levels including adults.

Pre-Company! Intro to Competitive Dance!

Pre-Company is for any dancer age 4-6 who loves to dance and wants to give competitive dance a try! Dancers receive professional training in ballet and jazz techniques, perform a jazz and ballet routine, and have the opportunity to add on additional classes if they so choose. Pre-Company attends 2 dance competitions in the spring. Email miki@eauclaireschoolofdance.com if interested!

Hippity Hop!

High-energy, funky-fresh, super-fun! Children learn basic, age-appropriate Hip Hop dance moves, while enhancing motor skill development and increasing rhythm and timing awareness!

Combination Classes

This set of classes move through a progressive curriculum. New dancers are welcome to join at any age. Each year our dancers basic dance knowledge is broadened and enhanced to move to the next level. Fundamentals are the main focus at this age. In each class we incorporate great music, props, and loads of FUN to enhance your child’s learning experience while continuing to encourage the exploration of creativity.

Tumblin' Sprouts!

Children work on coordination, balance, and flexibility while learning basic tumbling skills in a fun and safe environment! Classroom is equipped with proper mats and proper instructor to student ratio.

Creative Movement

Ready for a grooving great time WITHOUT parents in the room? Our Creative Movement class is for YOU! Dancers ages 2-3 are introduced to the beginnings of basic ballet technique while gaining motor skills, encouraging creativity, and exploring all the wonderful ways our bodies can MOVE! Using props and exciting music, this class is full of discovery and of course FUN! It’s sure to get your toddler moving, shaking, grooving, and learning!

Tiny Tutus!

Our Tiny Tutus class is a joyful introduction to the world of ballet, created especially for our youngest dancers! In this playful and nurturing environment, little ones will explore movement, music, and imagination while developing balance, coordination, and listening skills. With gentle guidance from our teachers, dancers will twirl, tiptoe, and leap their way through class—all while building confidence and having fun. Tiny Tutus is the perfect first step into the magic of dance!

Dance With Me!

Do you have a mover and a shaker in your house? This class is perfect for our youngest dancers and an adult! Dance together while we work on rhythm, stretching, and listening skills all while we are grooving out to engaging music and using fun props! It’s a BLAST!!!

PERFORM

These are hour-long classes that include community performances and one competition. This option is for dancers who want to gain performance experience and participate in a competitive setting.

EXPLORE

This program is designed for dancers who wish to take one class per week with no additional performance requirements. It offers a flexible option for those looking to explore dance without extensive commitment.

Courses

Summer 6-Week Session

All participants will receive an ECSOD Summer Dance T-Shirt and are invited to perform in our Summer Dance Show at The Oxford (ECCT) on August 3rd!

COMPANY

This is an intensive program that involves three competitions and has set class requirements. It is designed for dedicated dancers seeking a higher level of training and performance.

Camps

2025 ECSOD Summer Dance Program

With classes for any age and in every style of dance, our program offers something for everyone at prices you'll love! Our one-of-a-kind program will be sure to have you and your child excited to meet new friends, learn to dance, and have tons of fun in a safe, professional, and friendly environment! Registration is NOW OPEN! Interested in our Competitive Program? Click Here!

Summer intensive package

All Company dancers are required to purchase our unlimited company summer intensive package. Dancers receive training in ballet, jazz, tap, and acro and also receive unlimited drop-in classes, workshops, master classes, and a reduced rate on our 6-week session classes.

Wednesdays, June 25-July 30

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Eau Claire School of Dance?

Call Eau Claire School of Dance at (715) 832-9900 or visit http://www.eauclaireschoolofdance.com/.

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What city is Eau Claire School of Dance in?

Eau Claire School of Dance is in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

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The quickest way is to call (715) 832-9900 or visit http://www.eauclaireschoolofdance.com/.