Frequently Asked Questions

Danceworks is proud to serve dancers and families in the heart of downtown Waxahachie, Texas, where we’ve offered dance classes for 25 years. You can find us on the 2nd floor of 101 S. College St.

We welcome dancers of all ages — from toddlers as young as 18 months through senior adults.

Yes! We’d love for your dancer to try a free class before enrolling. Simply click HERE to get started.

We go beyond teaching dance. Our mission is to use dance to bring light to the world by inspiring leadership, confidence, character, and community in every dancer.

From our Dance classes page, you can find and click on the class you want to enroll in, and it will walk you through the instructions. If you notice it says Waitlist by the class, please reach out to us at frontdesk@danceworkswax.net to view your options.

Our Mini Movers preschool program blends fun and structure, helping young dancers build motor skills, learn dance basics, and grow in listening and teamwork—all in a safe, nurturing environment.

• Dance With Me (18 mos–3 yrs, caregiver participates)

• Creative Movement (3–5 yrs)

Our Rising Stars program (ages 5–8) includes Ballet/Tap Combo classes, and Bitty Bop classes (hip hop for little ones). Starting at age 7, Jazz is included in the combo class.

• Ballet Tap Combo (5-6 years)

• Ballet Tap Jazz Combo (7-8 years)

• Bitty Bop (5-6 years, 7-8 years)

Rhythm Builders is designed for dancers ages 9–11 and offers three levels (A, B, C) to meet each student where they are. Placement is guided by a dancer’s experience, skill set, and readiness to grow, ensuring every student feels both encouraged and inspired.

Styles offered: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Contemporary. In Level C, dancers have the opportunity to take Progressing Ballet Technique (and are eligible to audition to join the Movers & Shakers Dance Company).

If your dancer is 9 or older, please contact us before registering. Free trial classes and leveling sessions are available to ensure the right placement.

Dance Masters is designed for dancers ages 12–18 and offers four levels (1–4), carefully assigned by our experienced faculty. Placement is guided by a dancer’s experience, skill set, and readiness to grow, ensuring every student feels both encouraged and inspired.

Styles offered: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Pointe, and Progressing Ballet Technique.

If your dancer is 12 or older, we recommend contacting the studio before registering. Free trial classes and leveling sessions are also available.

Yes! We offer Adult Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Sculpt & Stretch.

Placement is carefully assigned by our faculty with your dancer’s best interest in mind. Please consult us before enrolling if your dancer is 9 years old and above, new to our studio, or has not received a level assignment.
Still have questions? Click HERE and scroll down to view our Levels FAQ section.

Tuition is based on a 36-week season and divided into ten equal monthly installments (August–May).

Current tuition rates can be found HERE.

Yes! Multi-class and multi-student discounts are available. The more classes you take, the bigger the savings. View our page regarding annual tuition fees and discounts.

Monthly tuition is auto-drafted on the 1st of each month. Credit card transactions incur a 2.89% surcharge. No surcharges are incurred for debit cards.

We only accept credit/debit card payments for monthly tuition.

A one-time $45 per family fee due at registration.

Yes. Spring Recital costumes are $75 each (plus tax), due November 1. One costume per class; applies only to classes that participate in the recital.

The program fee is a monthly $10 fee per family. It includes:

• Spring Recital participation

• Studio events & themed weeks

• Additional program experiences

Families enrolling after August will be charged a Program Start-Up Fee at the time of enrollment. This fee reflects the accumulated monthly program fees from the start of the season through the month of enrollment and helps cover recital participation and studio-wide program experiences already built into the season for enrolled dancers.

Families enrolling after the Spring Recital enrollment deadline (typically February 1) are not participating in recital and will not be charged the Program Start-Up Fee, but will continue to pay the regular monthly program fee moving forward.

$50 per participating dancer, due October 1.

Dancers have two major performance opportunities each year:

• The Nutcracker Tea in December (for Creative Movement 4–5 yrs and all ballet students)

• Spring Recital in late May/early June (for most Regular Season classes)

Visit our Performance page for more information.

Performances are optional but highly encouraged. You’ll be automatically included unless you opt out when we send details mid-season.

Ticket sales help cover venue rental, professional lighting and sound, vetted backstage care, faculty pay, keepsake video, and photography — ensuring a polished and memorable performance.

Email notice must be received 14 days before the 1st of the upcoming month. Late notice results in a $25 drop fee.

Make-ups may be scheduled in the Parent Portal depending on availability. Please contact the office for assistance with scheduling a makeup class if needed.

Yes. Proper attire and shoes are required. Full details are in our Student Handbook, and recital-specific shoes/tights can be ordered through Nimbly, our online dancewear storefront. Our dress code is also explained HERE.

No! In addition to our school-year program, we offer 8-week Mini Session classes—perfect for families who aren’t ready to commit to the full season.

Mini Sessions are perfect for both our youngest and oldest dancers! They give toddlers and preschoolers a chance to explore dance in a fun, structured setting without a long-term commitment. And they give adults of all ages (18-99+!) a supportive and fun place to exercise and learn dance technique for just 8 weeks at a time.

No. Mini Session classes do not participate in the Nutcracker Tea or Spring Recital, making them a low-pressure way to try dance.

Yes! Many families use Mini Sessions as a stepping stone. If your dancer loves it, you can easily enroll in another 8-week session or transition into our full-season program, provided there is a spot available in a class.

Yes! Our charming downtown studios are available for birthdays, rehearsals, workshops, showers, and more. Click here for more information on events and rentals.

Yes! Private lessons are $50 per 30 minutes, and we also provide wedding dance choreography. See our Wedding Dances & Private Lessons page to get started.

• You can follow us on our social media pages where we post upcoming events as well as what is going on at the studio. On Facebook, you can Like our Page: Danceworks of Waxahachie, and on Instagram, you can follow us @Danceworkswax. 

• We also have our own App! Download our app to be able to register for classes, pay your bill, view our calendars, and view our amazing performance portals! Click HERE to download.