Wilmette, Illinois · Since 2011

The premiere dance studio on Chicago's North Shore for all ages

Studio North Academy of the Performing Arts offers a diverse range of classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Modern, Acro and Musical Theatre for students aged 2 to adult, catering to everyone from beginners to pre-professional competitive dancing.

Ages 2+

Through adult classes

9 Styles

Ballet to hip hop

$23

Per dance class

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Group of children in pastel costumes sitting in rows against a white background

Fall session begins September 8! Registration is open!

Ages 2–6
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Programs

Find the right class for your dancer

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Ages 2–6

2–6 Yr Old Dancers

Pre-school dance designed to accommodate the needs of every child during their most formative years.

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Levels 1–2B

Recreational Track

For students with many interests — dance being an important one. Try different styles in an upbeat class.

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Pre-Professional

Academy Track

For the more serious, goal-oriented dancer. Minimum class requirements including ballet twice per week.

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Adult Classes

Beginners genuinely welcome

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Music Classes

Private lessons, $45 / 30 min

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Summer Programs

Camps, clinics & privates

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Tennis racket and ball on a clay court, with long shadows in warm sunlight
Inside the studio

See what a class at SNAP actually looks like

Two minutes inside our Linden Avenue studios — an ordinary week of classes. Press play when you're ready.

Reviews

What Wilmette families say

Ages 2–6
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How we teach

Dancers move up when they're ready

SNAP's levels have been meticulously crafted to progress students appropriately, without pushing them to execute steps before they are ready. Most students stay in the same level for two to three years — and that's on purpose.

Classes for all ages & genders

A fully inclusive institution

Two weeks to make up a class

In any similarly leveled class

Online registration & payment

Or call the studio directly

Progress reports twice a year

December and June, Academy

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Come try a class first

Sign a waiver, come dance, and see how it feels. Call and we'll help you pick the right class for your child's age and experience.

Ages 2–6
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From the studio blog

Advice for dance parents

Placement, dress code, pointe readiness and what to expect at your first recital — written by the teachers who see your dancer every week.