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Elizabeth Silas-Havasvia Google

about 2 months ago

Anthony’s Adult Hip Hop Class was excellent. He broke down the steps into simple moves and gave us time to work through them slowly together. Then he offered options to speed them up or add complexity, which was so much fun! Highly recommend.

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Rebecca Sattinvia Google

5 months ago

We have loved Cleveland City Dance. The teachers are so warm and welcoming. I have seen my child's confidence grown and as well as her ability. Highly recommend.

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Andrea Riningervia Google

6 months ago

My daughter has enjoyed classes at Cleveland City Dance. She loved being taught by Miss Courtney and Miss Heather. We love their version of "The Uniquely Cleveland Nutcracker" which my daughter was fortunate enough to perform in a few different roles over the years.

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Janine Wintersvia Google

6 months ago

I love my experience here! I am an adult and I was worried I would be a bit awkward when starting ballet as a middle-age learner. The teachers at Cleveland City Dance made me feel welcome and even cherished. I started with one class, then within a few weeks I added a second then third class. A few months later I was attending a fourth class. I am happy with my instruction, but more important was the joy of connection and increasing confidence. I have also made new friends. I found the classes both affordable and flexible for my complicated adult-life schedule. Added bonus, I got to watch the kids dance and get ready to perform. Watching them helps keep me connected to the energy of young people. Wonderful experiences, I highly recommend.

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Jan Devereauxvia Google

7 months ago

My husband Mike and I take Pilates in Shaker Square – at Cleveland City Dance. The studio is a short walk away – behind a modest white storefront near the Atlas Theater. The class – offered both in the studio and online – focuses on core fitness, flexibility, balance, and strength building. Several Moreland Courts residents, seeing us walking to Pilates, have asked about it - we’ve been taking for two years. Along the way we’ve learned a lot about Cleveland City Dance (CCD) – its high quality programs and instructors, and the many people it serves. For us, it has become a Shaker Square Favorite. We support it and its continued presence on the Square, including its non-profit component City Ballet of Cleveland, and we hope you will join us in doing so. Cleveland City Dance is recognized regionally and beyond as a premier dance school. Under the leadership of Director Courtney Laves-Mearini, Cleveland City Dance has made its home in the Square for more than 20 years. Students range in age from 18 months to 90 years. In addition to our Pilates class, CCD offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, and an occasional class in flamenco and African dance. Another Friday morning favorite for mature adults if Ballet barre & balance. More than 200 youth participate in ballet classes. The quality of the instruction and the instructors is excellent, and the skills gained by the students go beyond technique and discipline to building confidence, focus and physical well-being. Pre-professional students can participate in the non-profit City Ballet of Cleveland which provides further training and performance opportunities. Important to us as Moreland Courts residents is Courtney’s commitment to the Square. She has been a strong and vocal advocate – you may have seen her interviewed on the local news – and she was a member of the Square’s Strategic Planning Committee. Maybe you’ll consider joining Mike and me in our twice weekly Pilates class or find another way to get involved with the School. At the very least you will know that Shaker Square has a gem in Cleveland City Dance. Michael Devereaux Why I take Pilates: A Physician’s Perspective Jan briefly describes the Pilates class above which is what first drew us to CCD. Jan started classes before me. I later came to observe a class and decided that I should add this to my other fitness activities aiming at improving flexibility and balance. The class meets from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. While the various exercises can be demanding, participants are encouraged to work within their capabilities. We are both octogenarians and are comfortable managing the sessions. Anyone interested can come and observe a session which is how I got started over a year ago. Also feel free to contact either one of us for additional information. Writing as a physician (retired neurologist), medical literature strongly supports the value of regular exercise for all, including seniors. Exercise not only benefits the cardiovascular system as one would expect, but most organs in the body, including the nervous system. There have been studies indicating that regular exercise can benefit the brain, including delaying the onset and slowing the progress of dementia. Regular exercise also prevents sarcopenia meaning the loss of striated muscle. Studies have shown that even 90 plus year old individuals can still build strength and muscle mass with regular exercise. In summary, regular exercise, where at all possible, should be a part of every individual’s life!