Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance

Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance Since 1953. Inspire confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love of dance with Northeast Ohio’s trusted leader in dance. Home of Ballet Excel Ohio.

Ballet, Pointe, Pre-pointe, Variations, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, taught by our professional staff. In business since 1953 we provide high quality teaching in all dance forms. From the recreational dancer, to those seeking a career in dance, we strive in teaching the joy of dance to everyone.

10/06/2026

Sometimes, slowing down helps learning move forward! 🩰

In this video, one of our young dancers practices a changement, a ballet jump in which the feet change positions in the air. Slow motion gives us a closer look at the details: the preparation, pointed feet, alignment, and controlled landing.

I love using video analysis in my teaching because dancers can SEE what we’re working on. Connecting a verbal correction with a visual example helps them understand the movement and approach their next attempt with greater awareness.

At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, we help dancers become thoughtful, confident learners, one detail at a time. 💙

10/06/2026

Small jump. So much to learn! 🩰✨

Watching a changement in slow motion helps this young dancer see the details that happen in an instant—from her preparation and pointed feet to her landing.

I love the moment when a dancer watches herself and says, “Now I understand!” Video analysis brings corrections to life, helping dancers connect what they hear with what they see and feel.

Building technique, understanding, and confidence at Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance. 💙

Imagination is a powerful teaching tool. 🩰✨At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, we use props and creative imagery to help...
10/05/2026

Imagination is a powerful teaching tool. 🩰✨

At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, we use props and creative imagery to help dancers understand how movement feels. A simple object or imaginative prompt can make an abstract correction—such as lengthening through the fingertips or moving with lightness—something a student can see, feel, and explore.

These experiences give dancers opportunities to practice coordination, musicality, spatial awareness, and expression while bringing joy to the learning process.

Behind the playful moments is thoughtful teaching, helping students connect sound technique with their own creativity.

10/02/2026

The beauty of ballet is in the details. 🩰✨

Even a simple tendu is an opportunity to build strength, precision, and awareness. Every carefully brushed foot and lifted posture helps lay the foundation for what comes next.

I remind my dancers that ballet is all about the details—and every class is a chance to discover how rewarding those details can be! ❤️

10/02/2026

Small movements. Meaningful details. 🩰

A simple tendu gives our dancers so much to practice: brushing the foot along the floor, lengthening through the toes, and maintaining beautiful posture.

I always tell my dancers, “Ballet is all about the details!” Learning to appreciate those details builds patience, focus, and pride in their progress, one thoughtful movement at a time.

At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, we help dancers discover the joy of doing the little things well. ❤️

09/30/2026

Sometimes the smallest correction leads to the biggest “I did it!” moment. 🩰

When I work with a dancer, I want them to understand what to adjust, how to do it, and why it matters. That individual attention helps students build strong technique while learning to ask questions, work through challenges, and recognize their own progress.

At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, your child is seen, encouraged, and guided every step of the way. Watching their confidence grow is one of my favorite parts of teaching. ❤️

Come experience our studio! Message us to arrange a free trial class.

09/29/2026

If you’ve ever watched me teach, you know I’m always correcting something! A foot, an arm, a turn of the head, those small details matter.

At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, I want every dancer to feel seen and challenged. Corrections are how we help them build strong technique, gain confidence, and discover what they’re capable of. Watching that progress is one of my favorite parts of teaching. 🩰

09/29/2026

Yes, I’m correcting them again! 🩰

The little details add up. Every correction is a chance for a dancer to grow stronger, more confident, and more expressive. At Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance, we give each dancer the attention they need to keep improving—one class at a time. ❤️

09/27/2026

Yes, I’m on the floor during pointe class! 🩰

The little details matter. I’m particular about technique because thoughtful corrections help dancers build strength, confidence, and a solid foundation, one class at a time.

Want to see what training at Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance is like? DM us about classes! ✨

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2315 State Road
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
44223

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 8pm

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(330) 928-6479

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