Facility
We do our best to ensure our students enjoy a clean, safe and professional environment.
Highlights of our main facility
Our convenient location in the Forest Square Shopping Center, provides easy access to shopping and ample parking. Our 7,100+ square foot facility features an on-site boutique, comfortable lobby, eating areas, study areas, and 6 studios furnished with Marley dance surfaces. Studio 1-4 feature fully sprung D.I.N. certified dance floors and Studio 5-6 feature a specialized dance floor designed to look like wood but provides a non-slip surface and shock resistance that allows for extended activities without muscle fatigue. Parents can make use of the time their child is in class by shopping at Sunset Foods or at many of the nearby retailers, get a manicure, dine at one of the restaurants, or simply relax with a cup of coffee at Starbucks.
Convenient location with ample parking and many on-site and nearby retailers.
Foyer is used for drop-off and pick-up of ages 6+
On-site Boutique with everything you need; dance apparel, leotards, tights, dance accessories, as well as dance shoes.
Comfortable lobby. Area for students to store belongings while they’re participating in classes.
Student eating / study area, and kitchenette.
6 Studios furnished with fully sprung D.I.N. certified dance floors, Marley dance surfaces, full length mirrors, ballet barres, and professional sound equipment.
6 Studios furnished with fully sprung D.I.N. certified dance floors, Marley dance surfaces, full length mirrors, ballet barres, and professional sound equipment.
Classroom
An indoor playground.
Highlights of our satellite location at Gorton Community Center
Classes are held on the second floor of Gorton Community Center in our state-of-the-art dance studio with marley dance surface, soaring ceilings and beautiful windows. Built in 1901, the Gorton Center is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was completely renovated in 2015. It is located two blocks from historic Market Square and one block from the Lake Forest Metra Station.
Our dance classroom at Gorton Community Center, 2nd Floor "Friend's Room". 2 blocks from Market Square Shopping Center and 1 block from the Metra Train, with plenty of parking.
Renovated in 2017 our classroom features; fully sprung D.I.N. certified dance floor, Marley dance surface, full length mirrors, ballet barres, and professional sound equipment.
The waiting area includes; hairs, benches, water fountain, and coat rack. The famous mural by Mark McMahon that was previously housed in the Lake Forest McDonald’s lines the walls.