Upcoming Events

We are thrilled to welcome former Martha Graham Dance Company member and Movement Migration company artist, Lorenzo Pagano, back to Charlotte!

Join Lorenzo on Saturday, February 1 for an intermediate/advanced contemporary masterclass! Warm up for his class with an intermediate ballet class taught by Movement Migration company member Alyce Vallejo.

Make use of your day off from school and join us on February 17th for a very special Master Class with Sarah Lane. Dancer’s who have class with us later in the day are welcome to hang out in-between their classes. Please check the class description for her full bio.

  • June 9th-12th | Dog Days of Summer Camp (9:30am-12pm) Ages 2.5-5

  • June 16th-19th | Where You Are Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

  • June 23rd-27th | Youth Ballet Intensive (9am-2pm) Ages 9-14

  • June 30th-July 3rd | This is Me Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

  • July 7th-10th | Big Hair Don’t Care Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

  • July 14th-17th | ODS Mini Intensive (9am-1pm) Ages 8-12

  • July 21st-24th | Under the Sea Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

  • July 28th-31st | Big Feelings Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

  • August 4th-8th | Youth Ensemble Intensive (9am-3pm) Ballet II+

  • August 11th-14th | Princess Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

  • August 18th-21st | Encanto Camp (9am-1pm) Ages 4-8

Kick off your Summer by joining us for our fourth annual Adult Ballet Intensive this June! Daily classes will include PBT, Ballet, Pointe, Variations and more! This intensive will be led by both ODS Staff and guest teachers.

Recommended for dancers ages 9-14 years old, this intensive will focus on technique, conditioning, pre-pointe/pointe foundations and corps de ballet choreography. Dancers registered in Ballet II & III are strongly encouraged to attend.

We accept all dancers, in every form. We seek to provide a safe haven for everyone to learn, to express, to create and to grow. Our mission is simply, “Dance is for Everyone”.

Open Door Studios provides a unique offering of adult and youth dance and fitness classes. Classes are taught by professionals with extensive backgrounds in education and performance.

Experience a refreshing approach to dance instruction in a non-intimidating atmosphere sure to challenge, inspire and move you.

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Dance Classes

Open Door Studios provides a variety of dance and fitness classes for all levels and ages. We offer group classes, private instruction, and studio rental.

Workshops & Camps

Try something new! Sign up today for a workshop or summer camp that is sure to enliven the dancer within you or your child.

Instructors

Open Door Studios instructors have extensive experience in dance education and performance. We encourage both artistry and technique.

“This has been my first year at Open Door Studios, and it has definitely been a great one. I can see my growth not only as a dancer but also as a kind human being. The teachers are very nice, supportive, and knowledgeable. I have made so many new friends this year and everyone is kind and supportive. ODS is truly dance for all people, no matter their age or ability. I had the opportunity to take part in the Step Together adaptive dance program this year. This is a very unique program and there are not many opportunities like this in Charlotte. We have many performance opportunities that are all incredibly professional and well run. I cannot wait to see what the next year brings! If you are looking for a studio home, this is it!”

Channing Dayton

“Our five year old daughter absolutely loves her class and Ms. Kim has a magical talent to herd the tots and littles.”

Laura Young

“This is one of the most exceptional dance studios I have ever experienced.  Both of my daughters have danced there for many years. One of them landed a national Broadway tour right out of high school and the other has special needs and this studio has welcomed her with open arms. They now offer an inclusive dance experience called Step Together! They are not caught up in the over the top competitive nature that many dance studios are involved in. Their priority is the joy of dance and challenging each individual to explore and experience this art form to the best of their ability! I am so grateful to be a part of the Open Door family!”

Corrigan Johnston
“Open Door Studio has changed my daughter’s life. She started private lessons as a 10 year old with Cerebral Palsy – an instructor identified who was willing to take her as a student. Those lessons, with the diligent work of her instructors, eventually replaced clinical physical therapy with the added bonus of feeding her artistic soul. Now, at 16 years old, my daughter views herself as a dancer. And, thanks to Open Door Studio’s willingness to “expand the tent”, attends a group class that includes and honors her body – Step Together. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would.”
Amy King

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