Kehl School of Dance

The 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class is great! Girls get just the right amount of time for each and Ms. Shara is a delight!

MORE FOCUSED – we find these kids want a more personal experience, so the more traditional classes such as Combo (Ballet/Tap) class are they best way to start. (5K+ or Pre-Ballet for ages 3-4).

HIGH ENERGY – Hip Hop classes keep them moving the whole time and Acro classes focus on personal strength and development of each child.

HIGH ENERGY – Hip Hop classes keep them moving the whole time and Acro classes focus on personal strength and development of each child.

BOLD – try a Combo or a Musical Theater class. We start each class connecting students with each other and finding “partners” as we progress across the room. (5K+)

BOLD – try a Combo or a Musical Theater class. We start each class connecting students with each other and finding “partners” as we progress across the room. (5K+)

SHY – start with a Ballet class. We start each class in a special way that connects the teacher with each student. (Tiny tots for 2 year olds, Fairytale or Pre-Ballet for 3+, Ballet for 5K+)

SHY – start with a Ballet class. We start each class in a special way that connects the teacher with each student. (Tiny tots for 2 year olds, Fairytale or Pre-Ballet for 3+, Ballet for 5K+)

SHY – start with a Ballet class. We start each class in a special way that connects the teacher with each student. (Tiny tots for 2 year olds, Fairytale or Pre-Ballet for 3+, Ballet for 5K+)

In the world of dance, ballet is considered the foundation of dance by experts and teachers. For young dancers, it is the place to start! Ballet may be considered the “graceful art” by many, but with a little training and fun, kids will achieve better posture, concentration, self-esteem and more!

The 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class is great! Girls get just the right amount of time for each and Ms. Shara is a delight!

Ms. Ashley adds so much fun into her pre-ballet class. We look forward to dance class every week.

A 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class that provides the perfect amount of time for each discipline, ensuring a well-rounded introduction to both ballet and tap techniques for young students.

A fairytale ballet class designed for young children to experience the magic of ballet through imaginative storytelling and movement. This class is a wonderful starting point.

A ballet class for young dancers who look forward to learning and improving their ballet technique. This class aims to foster a love for ballet.

A pre-ballet class designed to introduce young dancers to the fundamentals of ballet in a fun and engaging environment. This class focuses on building a strong foundation.

Explore dance in a fun, low-commitment format — 12 week sessions for ages 2-5, perfect for new dancers or busy families looking to try something new. This session provides a great introduction to dance.

Both of my daughters started out with Fairytale Ballet and have been dancing at Kehl ever since. It has been fun to watch them both grow so much as dancers, and the dance team experience has been great as well. We have been really impressed by how much the team feels like a family, and how the teachers expect all the kids to work hard but never emphasize "winning" or competing against each other.

The 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class is great! Girls get just the right amount of time for each and Ms. Shara is a delight!

At Kehl School of Dance, we offer more than just dance lessons — we create confident kids, joyful movers, and lifelong memories. Our 2025/2026 programs are open for enrollment, including full-year classes, short-term mini sessions, and our Winter Intensive. Whether your child is twirling for the first time or leveling up their technique, there’s a perfect place for them here. Join Madison’s most trusted dance school — 145 years strong and still family-led!

At Kehl School of Dance, we offer more than just dance lessons — we create confident kids, joyful movers, and lifelong memories. Our 2025/2026 programs are open for enrollment, including full-year classes, short-term mini sessions, and our Winter Intensive. Whether your child is twirling for the first time or leveling up their technique, there’s a perfect place for them here. Join Madison’s most trusted dance school — 145 years strong and still family-led!

The 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class is great! Girls get just the right amount of time for each and Ms. Shara is a delight!

This cross-training class improves stamina, flexibility, and injury prevention—great for dancers of all levels. Open to middle schoolers and high schoolers on Friday mornings.

Perfect for middle school dancers, this class introduces essential jazz techniques like turns, leaps, and across-the-floor progressions. Held Mondays for ages 8–12.

A challenging and rewarding class that improves flexibility, balance, and power using the Acrobatic Arts method. Offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with advanced levels available upon placement.

Dancers sharpen timing and coordination while building rhythm and precision in this upbeat, skills-focused class. Held Mondays for both beginner and continuing students.

Build strength, poise, and discipline through one of the most timeless dance styles. Beginner and advanced levels available on Mondays and Thursdays, including Dance Focus classes by assessment.

From expressive movement to dramatic flair, these classes give dancers the tools to shine in any theatrical setting. Available for ages 8–12 and 12+ on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

High-energy and always fun, Hip Hop classes teach musicality, freestyle, and sharp choreography set to current hits. Classes available for beginner and intermediate dancers on Mondays and Wednesdays.

These dynamic classes blend the grace of lyrical with the power of jazz, helping dancers develop versatility, emotional expression, and performance presence. Offered for ages 8–12 and 12+ on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Designed for dancers ready to level up, this class introduces basic jazz technique including turns, kicks, and performance skills—all in a fun, encouraging atmosphere. Offered Tuesdays only.

High-energy and full of personality, this class teaches rhythm, freestyle, and foundational hip hop moves to fun, age-appropriate music. Available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Combining dance with gymnastics-inspired tricks, this class helps dancers improve flexibility, strength, and control using the Acrobatic Arts technique. Offered in beginner and continuing levels on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Dancers bring characters to life as they learn to express stories through movement and theatrical flair. This energetic class boosts confidence and creativity in a supportive space. Held on Wednesdays.

Our most popular foundational class blends ballet grace with tap rhythm. Young dancers build coordination, musicality, and stage confidence in a fun, structured setting. Offered at both beginning and continuing levels on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Structured for ages 3–5, this class offers the next step in ballet development with more technique and focus. Students build confidence and coordination through foundational skills. Offered Tuesdays only.

For ages 3–4, this upbeat class channels energy and rhythm through fun, age-appropriate hip hop moves. Held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Ages 3–5 become part of the story as they learn ballet basics through imaginative, themed classes. Each week features a new tale where dancers move as the characters. Available Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Designed for ages 2–3, this class helps toddlers gently separate from caregivers and explore independent movement with a nurturing, highly trained teacher. Offered Mondays and Wednesdays for 30 minutes each session.

Tiny Tots class helps toddlers gently separate from caregivers and explore independent movement with a nurturing, highly trained teacher. Offered Mondays and Wednesdays for 30 minutes each session.

At Kehl School of Dance, our adult classes in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, and Hip Hop go beyond the basics—they’re crafted to help you refine your technique, expand your movement vocabulary, and grow as both a dancer and individual. Whether you’re stepping into the studio for the first time or returning after years away, our beginner and intermediate classes provide a supportive environment to challenge yourself at your own pace. With personalized guidance from experienced instructors, you’ll build strength, musicality, and confidence in every class. Each style offers its own unique rewards—from the rhythmic precision of Tap to the expressive flair of Jazz—giving you the freedom to move in ways that are both powerful and personally fulfilling.

At Kehl School of Dance, our adult classes in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, and Hip Hop go beyond the basics—they’re crafted to help you refine your technique, expand your movement vocabulary, and grow as both a dancer and individual. Whether you’re stepping into the studio for the first time or returning after years away, our beginner and intermediate classes provide a supportive environment to challenge yourself at your own pace. With personalized guidance from experienced instructors, you’ll build strength, musicality, and confidence in every class. Each style offers its own unique rewards—from the rhythmic precision of Tap to the expressive flair of Jazz—giving you the freedom to move in ways that are both powerful and personally fulfilling.

Let your personality shine in this high-energy adult jazz class! Set to vibrant music, you’ll master classic jazz technique while building strength, flexibility, and confidence. Whether you’re here to stay fit, express yourself, or join a supportive dance community, this is your space to move boldly and feel alive.

Feel the rhythm under your feet in our most popular adult dance class! Tap blends coordination, musicality, and expressive movement as you master essential technique, terminology, and percussive choreography. Whether you’re a beginner or returning dancer, this energizing class makes every step a joyful celebration of sound.

Step into a space where movement meets joy and self-expression knows no limits. At Kehl School of Dance, our Adult Dance Classes are thoughtfully designed to reignite your passion for dance or spark a brand-new love for it. With engaging Tap and Jazz sessions, you’ll enjoy a dynamic and welcoming atmosphere that supports every experience level. Learn foundational techniques, explore creative choreography, and connect with a vibrant community—all while boosting confidence, coordination, and overall wellness. Let dance be your weekly escape, your movement therapy, and your time to shine.

At Kehl School of Dance, our Adult Dance Classes are thoughtfully designed to reignite your passion for dance or spark a brand-new love for it. With engaging Tap and Jazz sessions, you’ll enjoy a dynamic and welcoming atmosphere that supports every experience level. Learn foundational techniques, explore creative choreography, and connect with a vibrant community—all while boosting confidence, coordination, and overall wellness. Let dance be your weekly escape, your movement therapy, and your time to shine.

A ballet and tap combo class designed for 5-6 year olds, providing the right amount of time for each discipline.

A summer session class focused on building strength and conditioning for dancers.

A summer session class focused on building skills in Jazz and Tap.

A summer session class offering accelerated training in ballet technique.

Advanced technique class for dancers approved for pointe shoe work.

Fluid, expressive and versatile performance class.

Upbeat, bold, and athletic performance class.

Fun, rhythmic, and high energy performance class.

Optional add-on classes that lay the foundation for advanced skill development, discipline, and creative expression. These performance-based classes are optional to Ballet Technique and Ballet Performance classes.

Ballet Performance classes are performance-based and help dancers grow strong, aligned, and confident in their movements. Dancers attend two Ballet classes each week-one focused on Ballet Technique, and one Ballet Performance, with optional add ons such as Jazz, Tap or Lyrical-laying the foundation for advanced skill development, discipline, and creative expression.

Ballet Technique classes provide structured training in Ballet Technique, helping dancers refine their technique, master complex movements, and build the foundation for future advancement. This class is non-performing and helps dancers grow strong, aligned, and confident in their movements.

Designed for dedicated dancers in grades 3 and up, Kehl School of Dance’s Dance Focus Program combines technical precision with performance artistry. Students attend two Ballet classes each week-one focused on Ballet Technique, and one Ballet Performance, with optional add ons such as Jazz, Tap or Lyrical-laying the foundation for advanced skill development, discipline, and creative expression. Whether continuing their journey or starting fresh, dancers thrive in our encouraging, achievement-driven environment, growing in confidence, strength, and connection every step of the way.

The 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class is great! Girls get just the right amount of time for each and Ms. Shara is a delight!

Rhythmic, sharp, and full of energy. Tap dance teaches teens to create music with their feet, enhancing coordination, timing, and auditory awareness while expressing creativity through rhythmic patterns and footwork.

Tumble, stretch, and grow stronger! Acro combines dance artistry with acrobatic technique to improve flexibility, strength, and coordination—all in a safe, certified environment.

Where acting meets movement! Teens gain performance skills and stage presence through storytelling-driven choreography inspired by Broadway classics and modern hits.

High-energy, fun, and full of personality. Teens master modern grooves, develop musicality, and learn to move with confidence while enjoying a relaxed and creative style.

Lyrical dance fuses ballet and jazz with emotional storytelling. It’s a favorite for teens who love music, movement, and expressive choreography that connects to meaning and mood.

Fast-paced, athletic, and expressive. Jazz blends ballet foundation with upbeat music and high-energy choreography—perfect for developing rhythm, control, and performance skills.

The foundation of dance technique, ballet builds grace, strength, and posture. Teens develop precision, poise, and artistry while connecting with this timeless form.

Designed for dancers in grades 6 and up, our Teen Dance Program at Kehl School of Dance offers a dynamic space for growth, artistry, and commitment. Whether you’re exploring your passion or training at a deeper level through our Dance Focus Program, teens benefit from age-appropriate instruction, personalized guidance, and diverse styles like Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Ballet, Musical Theater, and Acro. With structured weekly classes and opportunities to perform, compete, and lead, students refine technique, build confidence, and form lasting connections in a community that values expression, dedication, and excellence.

Designed for dancers in grades 6 and up, our Teen Dance Program at Kehl School of Dance offers a dynamic space for growth, artistry, and commitment. Whether you’re exploring your passion or training at a deeper level through our Dance Focus Program, teens benefit from age-appropriate instruction, personalized guidance, and diverse styles like Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Ballet, Musical Theater, and Acro. With structured weekly classes and opportunities to perform, compete, and lead, students refine technique, build confidence, and form lasting connections in a community that values expression, dedication, and excellence.

From Broadway to Disney, this class is all about character and storytelling. Dancers learn performance-focused routines that blend dance with acting skills, helping them build stage presence, confidence, and expressive movement.

Lyrical fuses ballet and jazz with emotional expression. Dancers interpret music through movement, building grace, control, and performance skills. It’s a great choice for those who connect deeply with music and meaning.

Acro dance blends gymnastics-based movement with the fluidity of dance. Students improve flexibility, balance, and strength as they learn safe and progressive skills, following Acrobatic Arts certification methods.

This high-energy class lets kids groove to their favorite beats while building coordination, rhythm, and confidence. Our hip hop classes foster individuality and creativity in a positive, age-appropriate format.

Jazz is upbeat and exciting, combining ballet technique with dynamic movement and expressive choreography. Dancers work on flexibility, strength, and performance skills through turns, leaps, and center-floor combos set to high-energy music.

Tap builds rhythm, coordination, and musicality. Dancers learn to create sounds and patterns with footwork in a fun, engaging format. Tap also sharpens focus and precision—making it a favorite for students who love both sound and movement.

Ballet gives dancers a strong technical foundation, teaching balance, posture, and body awareness. Students explore traditional movements and terminology while gaining strength and poise—skills that support all other dance styles.

Each class not only builds physical strength and technique but also cultivates essential life skills like focus, perseverance, and creativity. With small class sizes, experienced instructors, and an uplifting studio culture, dancers grow in every way—on the stage and beyond.

Our dance programs for grades 2–6 are designed to fuel growing dancers with passion, purpose, and progress. Whether they’re exploring their favorite styles or committing more deeply through our Dance Focus Program, each child experiences a supportive environment where they can develop strong technique, expressive movement, and lasting friendships. With options like Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro, Lyrical, and Musical Theater, dancers thrive both artistically and personally. At Kehl School of Dance, we believe every dancer deserves the chance to shine, grow, and be part of something truly special.

Acro Dance is a favorite for kids who love to move! This class blends basic acrobatic skills (like bridges, rolls, and balances) with the rhythm and fluidity of dance. Certified instructors guide each dancer through fun, safe progressions that build strength and flexibility.

Kids love the upbeat music and cool moves in our hip hop classes. These high-energy sessions focus on rhythm, teamwork, and creative movement—all in an age-appropriate format that builds confidence and joy in movement.

This popular combo class introduces children to the grace of ballet and the rhythmic fun of tap. Dancers build body awareness, posture, and coordination—plus, they perform both ballet and tap dances in our Spring Recital.

At Kehl School of Dance, our 5K–2 classes combine structure and imagination to help young dancers thrive. From their first plié in ballet to bold moves in hip hop or exciting tricks in acro, every class builds physical strength, focus, and self-assurance. With dedicated instructors and a positive community, your child will explore new challenges, gain stage experience, and develop a lifelong love for dance in a space that celebrates every step of their journey.

The 5-6 year old ballet/tap combo class is great! Girls get just the right amount of time for each and Ms. Shara is a delight!

This high-energy class gets preschoolers moving to upbeat music they love. Dancers explore rhythm, coordination, and confidence in a playful, encouraging environment.

For dancers ready for a bit more structure, Pre-Ballet introduces classic ballet movements and terminology through storytelling and creative games. Dancers build focus, posture, and expressive movement.

Each week, dancers explore a new fairytale and dress up while learning gentle ballet-inspired movement. This imaginative class develops musicality, body awareness, and classroom readiness.

In Tiny Tots, dancers learn to separate from caregivers, follow class routines, and move creatively with music. The focus is on large motor skills, rhythm, and playful exploration—all guided by nurturing teachers who make class feel safe and fun.

Discover rhythm, style, and strength through energizing movement. Build confidence, flexibility, and community in every class.

Build strength, focus, and artistry with structured training in Ballet, Jazz, and Tap. Dancers grow their skills and confidence in a supportive, goal-driven environment.

Boost confidence and creativity through dynamic dance styles while building strength, focus, and stage presence. Empower teens with age-appropriate training that supports growth in every step.

Dancers explore multiple styles while developing strength, rhythm, and expressive movement. Each class nurtures growth, confidence, and creativity in a supportive, age-appropriate setting.

Build confidence and coordination through energetic movement, creative expression, and age-appropriate skill-building—all in a supportive, fun-filled environment.

Inspire confidence and creativity through playful movement while developing coordination, focus, and social skills—all in a supportive, age-appropriate setting.

Join our school-year program for consistent growth, performance opportunities, and a strong dance foundation from January through May. This program offers a full year of consistent dance education and development.

At Kehl School of Dance, we offer more than just dance lessons — we create confident kids, joyful movers, and lifelong memories. Our 2025/2026 programs are open for enrollment, including full-year classes, short-term mini sessions, and our Winter Intensive. Whether your child is twirling for the first time or leveling up their technique, there’s a perfect place for them here. Join Madison’s most trusted dance school — 145 years strong and still family-led!

A 1-2 day workshop over winter break for dancers from Mini (age 6-8) through Teen/High Performance levels, featuring guest teachers, a variety of genres and loads of fun. This is an intensive workshop.

A summer session clinic for dancers entering pointe.

August 11–14, 2025 | Ages 9–12 (afternoon session) Dance like your favorite icons while enjoying themed choreography, crafts, and games. The 4-day camp ends with a fun showcase and includes a camp t-shirt and swag bag.

August 11–14, 2025 | Ages 5–8 (morning session) This four-day camp lets dancers live out their pop star dreams! Each day features choreography inspired by a different star, plus crafts, games, and snacks. Camp concludes with a family showcase and includes a t-shirt and swag bag.

On August 15, dancers ages 3–6 can unleash their powers in this high-energy, one-day camp. The morning includes themed games, dance activities, snacks, and a special performance with superhero swag included.