June Taylor's School of Dance

June Taylor's School of Dance Bringing the love of dance to students of all ages in the Greater Portland Area since 1984. Classes are available in ballet, jazz, tap and pilates.

Ever since June Taylor-Dixon first opened her doors in 1984, June Taylor's School of Dance has been dedicated to bringing the joy of dance and the performing arts to the greater Portland area. June Taylor-Dixon's carefully selected teacher faculty is accredited with extensive training as well as professional dancing and teaching experience. They teach with the proven syllabus of the Royal Academy

of Dance (R.A.D.), a special teaching method developed with the knowledge of children’s developmental stages. This allows young dancers to progress at a rate to which their bodies can safely grow and improve. (To learn more about the Royal Academy of Dance program see the following link: http://www.rad.org.uk/)

June Taylor School of Dance offers classes for dancers of every age and technical background. She welcomes beginners from ages three to adult as well as professionals. All classes are devoted to nurturing the talent of each individual dancer. Students are given the opportunity to perform and grow artistically in a safe, fun and professional setting. June Taylor’s School of Dance is also the home of Northwest Dance Theatre, a non-profit dance company that gives pre-professional dancers the opportunity to perform in the greater Portland area. Miss June welcomes you to come explore our website and observe class at our studios in Tualatin. Come dance with us and experience the many joys dance has to offer!

09/03/2026

The End of summer arrived!

From hosting the Royal Academy of Dance Continuing Professional Development Course for Grades 6 & 7, also including Pointe Observation Classes featuring our Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 & 2 students, to a magical Princess Camp filled with princesses, dancing, crafts and FUN—it’s been a busy few months!

Our dancers also enjoyed our one-week Junior Intensive and two-week Senior Intensive, learning, growing and making memories with an incredible lineup of instructors. 

And JTSD reached far beyond our studio walls! Once again, our costumes traveled all the way to South Africa for Ballet Through Borders, a wonderful project led by two sisters, a JTSD alumna and current dancer , helping share the joy of ballet with young dancers on another continent.

We ended the summer with some VERY exciting alumni news: congratulations to Charlotte Parry, who has been accepted into Utah Metropolitan Ballet!  We are so proud to see another JTSD dancer take her training onto the professional stage.

And just like that… our Fall Semester starts TODAY!  It’s not too late to join us! Contact the studio with any questions or visit June Taylor’s School of Dance to learn more and register. https://junetaylorschoolofdance.com/
Here’s to another season of training, creativity, friendships, opportunities & impact at JTSD!

08/28/2026

Junior Intensive 2026
One week. So much dancing. So many memories! 

Our 2026 JTSD Junior Intensive gave our younger dancers a week to learn, explore, make friends and HAVE FUN!

They enjoyed Ballet with June Taylor-Dixon & Debbie Randell, Character with Rebecca Hasler, Jazz with Kim Schroeder, Hip Hop with Liz Aguila, Musical Theater with Lisa Alison, and Acting with Caleb—with our wonderful senior student Valerie Smith assisting throughout the entire week. 

But an intensive is about more than classes. It’s about building confidence, trying new things, making friendships, supporting one another and feeling part of a dance community where everyone belongs. 

We are so proud of our dancers for the enthusiasm, kindness and energy they brought to the studio—and so thankful to our amazing faculty for making the week so special.

Lots of learning + lots of laughter = one unforgettable Junior Intensive! 

Already dreaming about next summer? Our Junior Intensive returns in August 2027. Stay connected for Early Bird Registration! 

08/24/2026

Open House September 2026
Come say hello at the JTSD Open House! 

Join us Tuesday, September 1 from 4–7 PM as we get ready for another wonderful year of dance! 

Stop by to:
*  Meet & say hello to our teachers
*  Catch up with old friends and meet some new ones
*  See the latest updates to the studio
*  Shop for JTSD apparel and dance shoes for the new term
*  Get ready for the start of fall classes!

And don’t forget — September 1 is the LAST DAY to receive 10% off fall tuition with our Early Bird Discount!

Come reconnect, get ready for the season, and celebrate the start of another year at JTSD. 

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back!

08/17/2026

Ballet intensives outside of JTSD 2026:

JTSD dancers are shining across America! 

This summer, three of our dancers stepped outside their comfort zones and embraced incredible training opportunities across the country.

Cate attended the Idaho Ballet Academy Summer Intensive in Idaho.
Teddy trained at Ballet Austin’s Summer Intensive in Texas.
Valerie attended the Royal Ballet School Summer Intensive in California.

Each dancer returned home with new inspiration, new friendships, and unforgettable memories. Training with new teachers and dancers from across the country (and sometimes even around the world!) is an incredible opportunity for artistic growth, confidence, and personal development.

We couldn’t be prouder of Cate, Teddy, and Valerie for representing JTSD with such dedication, hard work, and enthusiasm. Your dance family is cheering you on every step of the way!

08/13/2026

Teen Beginning ballet

It’s never too late to start ballet! 

Have you always wanted to try ballet—or are you looking for a fun way to move, learn something new, and build confidence? Join us for Teen Beginning Ballet at JTSD!

Wednesdays | 6:30–7:30 PM
August 5, 12, 19 & 26

SPECIAL AUGUST OFFER — 50% OFF!
Join us for all four classes for only $47 (originally $94)!

Joining us later in August? No problem! The $47 tuition will be prorated for any classes you’ve already missed.

No previous ballet experience is needed—just come ready to learn and have fun!

📞 Contact the JTSD office to register.
Come give ballet a try—we’d love to have you in the studio! 

08/04/2026

Day 1 of our JTSD Premier Senior Intensive is complete, and what an incredible start!
Over the next two weeks, we’ll be sharing photos, videos, and behind-the-scenes moments, so be sure to follow along. And if you’d like to learn more about this year’s amazing faculty, take a look at our previous posts for their full bios!
This year’s guest faculty includes:
Michele Pearson – Ballet & Pointe | State Street Ballet
Debbie Randell – Ballet | Former professional dancer (South Africa)
Cameron Smith Purandare – Ballet & Pointe | Former Soloist, Houston Ballet, Principal Dancer, Ballet Memphis & Ballet Florida
John Paul Simeon – Pas de Deux | Principal Dancer, Oregon Ballet Theatre
Leonid Shagalov – Character & Russian Technique | Russian master teacher
Sally Smith – Modern Jazz, Improv & Yoga | Canadian dancer who toured throughout Europe
Makino Hayashi – Contemporary & Pilates Ball | Former Oregon Ballet Theatre dancer
Alex Krebs – Argentine Tango | Founder of Tango Berretin
Liz Aguila – Hip Hop Grooves | Professional choreographer & performer
Lucy Wild, MS, RD – Sports Nutrition
Amy Werner, DPT – Injury Prevention
A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful pianist, Liina Toese, whose beautiful artistry and dedication inspire every class.
Stay tuned over the next two weeks—you won’t want to miss it! And if you’re already thinking about next summer, keep an eye out for our Early Bird Registration opening later this year!

07/25/2026

That’s a wrap on our 2025–26 Alumni Connect series! 

We’re closing out this season with updates from two wonderful JTSD alumni—Catherine from the University of Oregon and Lauren from American University. 
Catherine recently completed her junior year at the University of Oregon, where she is studying Human Physiology on the pre-PA track. Although college keeps her busy, she continues to make time for ballet and modern classes whenever she can. One of the joys of having Catherine close to home is that she often returns to dance with her longtime friends—whether stepping back into the studio at JTSD or joining Northwest Dance Theatre productions. It’s always a pleasure to welcome her back!

Lauren has just finished her freshman year at American University, where she is majoring in Data Science for Justice, Law, and Criminology. This spring, she once again performed with Artists United in Motion (AUIM), the university’s student-run dance organization. Beyond performing, AUIM has given Lauren the opportunity to build lasting friendships and a wonderful community through dance—proving that a love of dance continues long after graduation.

To all of our JTSD alumni, thank you for allowing us to celebrate your journeys this year. Watching you grow as dancers, students, professionals, and people has been an incredible joy, and we can’t wait to see where your paths lead next. 

Are you a JTSD alum with dance adventures to share? We’d love to hear from you! Send your photos, videos, and updates to our social media coordinator at [email protected] so we can continue celebrating our amazing alumni community.

Until next season… keep dancing! 
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06/24/2026

Our next Alumni Connect update takes us to Texas!

Amelia has just completed her freshman year at Texas Christian University, where she is pursuing a double major in English and Ballet.

This spring, Amelia performed in the Texas Christian University College of Fine Arts production of Pacific, choreographed by Mark Morris and staged by Domingo Estrada, with rehearsal assistance from Keith Saunders. These beautiful photos were captured by Joe V Photography.

Beyond the stage, Amelia and her friends enjoyed front-row seats to Texas Ballet Theater’s performance of Diversions and successfully completed their second set of ballet juries for the year.

This summer, Amelia will continue her training at Oregon Ballet Theatre’s Summer Intensive, building on an already exciting first year of college dance.

Congratulations, Amelia! Your JTSD family is so proud of all you have accomplished this year, and we can’t wait to see where your dance journey takes you next.

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19318 SW Mohave Court
Tulatin, OR
97062

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Monday 3:30pm - 7pm
Tuesday 2pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 2pm - 7pm
Friday 3pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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