DANCE PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES



In-person and online classes are available now.
Located on The University of Iowa campus, the UI Youth Ballet and Community Dance School is the perfect choice, whether you dream of a career in dance, seek an outlet for personal growth, or just want to have fun.

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Children

Introduces students ages 2-6 to movement exploration structured appropriately for each age. The Children's Division classes include Wee Dance, Creative Movement, and Pre-Ballet.

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Youth Ballet

Our Youth Ballet program consists of seven levels of ballet technique, pre-pointe, pointe, and provides students opportunities to perform. The curriculum is progressive so that as students grow, so do the demands of their classes.

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Adult & Teen

Outstanding classes for teens and grown-ups of any age. Classes include Absolute Beginner Ballet, Continuing and Low-intermediate Ballet, Body Tone and Conditioning, Modern, RelaXercise, and Family Stretch and Move.

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Serving the UI Community Since 1972

As a higher education outreach program invested in building community, we are committed to teaching classical and contemporary forms of dance. We encourage the love of movement and foster curiosity about dance while nurturing teachers to advance the field. 

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Our Facilities

With its sprung floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light, Halsey Hall provides an inspiring and professional dance space shared with the Department of Dance.

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Meet Our Instructors

Our faculty includes distinguished instructors and choreographers including faculty and graduate students from the Department of Dance.

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News

Student Spotlight: Molly from Adult Beginner Ballet Class

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Research Grant Award Includes UIYB Staff

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Spring Concert 2023: Coppélia.

Wednesday, March 8, 2023