Classes at Tye Chua Dance
Ballet-centered training for
children, teens, and adults in Kalamazoo.
At Tye Chua Dance, students receive thoughtful, ballet-centered training in a warm and focused environment. Our classes are designed for children, teens, and adults — from brand-new beginners to advanced dancers pursuing serious technical growth.
Whether your dancer is taking their very first class, returning to training, preparing for pointe, joining company, or exploring adult ballet, this page will help you find the right place to begin.
Find the Right Class
Not sure where to start? Explore our class options below.
CHILDREN’S CLASSES
For young dancers beginning their training through Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and early ballet levels.
LEVELED CLASSES
For students ready for structured ballet training, level placement, technique development, pointe preparation, performance opportunities, and pre-professional growth.
ADULT CLASSES
Welcoming, high-quality classes for adult beginners, returning dancers, and experienced dancers.
SUMMER CLASSES
Summer semester options for dancers looking to continue training, explore new styles, or stay strong between seasons.
Our Training Philosophy
Thoughtful Training. Strong Foundations. Individual Growth.
At Tye Chua Dance, we believe excellent dance training requires more than steps. Our classes are built on strong technical foundations, thoughtful instruction, individual attention, and a warm, respectful studio culture where dancers are encouraged to grow with discipline, confidence, and care.
Our small class sizes allow instructors to give meaningful corrections and help each student progress safely and intentionally. While ballet remains at the center of our training, we also believe dancers benefit from a well-rounded education that includes musicality, artistry, anatomy, terminology, contemporary movement, choreography, theatre arts, and self-care.
Led by an Artistic Team of former professional dancers, Tye Chua Dance offers students the rare opportunity to learn from teachers with deep professional experience and a shared commitment to safe, serious, and supportive dance education.
New to Tye Chua Dance?
We’re happy to help families find the right class. Some students can register directly, while others may benefit from placement guidance depending on age, experience, and training goals.
Helpful Links
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options and register online.
Find dress code and shoe requirements
for each level.
Learn more about available
scholarship opportunities.
Current families can access account information and class details.
View the Schedule
Our current class schedule is available below. For the best registration experience, please visit the appropriate class page or contact us if you need help choosing a level.