District Dance Arts

District Dance Arts District Dance Arts (Formerly Darlene’s Dance Academy) is a fun atmosphere dance studio located in Edmonton's West End. Established.

Owned and directed by Darlene Drummond, Darlene's Dance Academy was formed in 1989 and has shown constant growth for a reason. Darlene has always believed that a positive environment builds a child’s self esteem no matter how old you are. This was the foundation that influenced her to construct a unique facility. Darlene’s Academy puts the FUN BACK INTO DANCE and employs professional instructors who maintain a high standard of excellence.

Our new team jackets are IN! They look incredible 😍
03/17/2026

Our new team jackets are IN! They look incredible 😍

Have you ordered your new DISTRICT DANCE jackets?!! We love how these turned out and can’t wait to see everyone shine in...
02/12/2026

Have you ordered your new DISTRICT DANCE jackets?!! We love how these turned out and can’t wait to see everyone shine in their new gear!
Deadline to order is Saturday February 14 at 1 pm.

💛 From Darlene’s Dance Academy to District Dance Arts — same teachers, same community, same love for dance. A new name, ...
02/09/2026

💛 From Darlene’s Dance Academy to District Dance Arts — same teachers, same community, same love for dance. A new name, the same heart. ✨

DDA February Newsletter - Fresh Look Incoming! Have you solved the clues??
02/07/2026

DDA February Newsletter - Fresh Look Incoming! Have you solved the clues??

There have been letters around the studio….Have you been keeping track?!
02/04/2026

There have been letters around the studio….
Have you been keeping track?!

I spy with my little eye…
01/30/2026

I spy with my little eye…

Address

494 Wolf Willow Road
Edmonton, AB
T5T2E8

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 1:45pm

Telephone

+17804812487

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We are DDA, a team of fun professional dance instructors and administrative staff being passionate about what we do. DANCE.

Formed in 1989 by Darlene Drummond, our Edmonton dance school has constantly grown for a reason. Darlene has always believed that a positive environment builds a child’s self-esteem and is the key for success, no matter how old you are or what you do. Our goal is to PUT THE FUN BACK INTO DANCE and help our students to reach their goals, grow and excel using a creative and positive teaching style. From our Full Year Dance Programs and Fall, Winter & Spring Short Term Dance Classes for toddler (18 mo +), children, teens and adults to our DDA Birthday Parties for boys and girls to Kidz Summer Camps & Summer Dance Classes… we continuously strive to offer programs that meet your needs and to be the dance studio in Edmonton where everyone feels welcome.

Want to find out more? Keep browsing, visit our website or simply stop by and let us show you around. We would love to meet you!