More than a dance studio
About DE.
A welcoming place where every dancer can grow—building strong dance skills, confidence, creativity, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
Our studio
A place to grow.
Dance Expressions is a welcoming studio where dancers can learn, create, connect, and become more confident in who they are. We bring thoughtful instruction and a strong sense of community together so every dancer has room to discover their potential.
Our mission
Every dancer belongs.
Dance Expressions is a place where dancers of all ages, shapes, sizes, and experience levels are welcomed, encouraged, and inspired to grow. We provide age-appropriate, high-quality instruction that is genuine, positive, and fun while nurturing each dancer’s individual talents, creativity, and self-expression.
We celebrate progress and achievement at every level and strive to create an environment where students feel supported, confident, and comfortable being themselves. Through dance and the performing arts, we hope to develop not only strong dancers, but confident, resilient young people who value creativity, teamwork, and community.
The DE difference
What guides us
- InclusiveEvery dancer is welcomed, valued, and given opportunities to learn, grow, and belong.
- Age-appropriateMusic, movement, instruction, and expectations thoughtfully designed for each stage of development.
- EmpoweringEncouraging progress that builds confidence, independence, resilience, and belief in themselves.
- ConnectedBuilding friendships, relationships, and a strong sense of community among dancers and families.
Our story
Growing dancers since 1998.
Whether a dancer comes to DE to take their very first class, perform on stage, make new friends, challenge themselves through our Competition Team, or pursue dance beyond the studio, we want them to leave with more than dance skills.
Most dancers will eventually choose a path beyond the stage—and we believe what they learn here goes with them. The confidence to walk into a room and believe in themselves. The resilience to keep going when something is difficult. The responsibility to show up prepared, the ability to work as part of a team, and the courage to express who they are.
Some will continue dancing. Others will become teachers, doctors, entrepreneurs, artists, leaders, parents, and so much more. Whatever path they choose, we hope dance has helped prepare them for it.
More than 25 years later, that continues to be the heart of Dance Expressions.
Our people
Meet Our Team
Our teachers and staff are committed to helping dancers feel known, supported, and challenged. They bring experience, encouragement, and genuine care to every class and every stage of a dancer’s journey.
Meet Our TeamVisit our studio
Find Dance Expressions.
Located on the southwest corner of K-7 Highway and 83rd Street.
Dance Expressions8305 Hedge Lane Terrace
Shawnee, KS 66227
(913) 422-0601
