Dance Classes in Brown Deer & Milwaukee, WI
Academy of Dance Arts is a dance studio in Brown Deer, WI, where dancers ages 2 through adult have trained in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, modern and lyrical since 1983. Our professional, diverse and expertly qualified instructors welcome families from across Milwaukee and Ozaukee counties — dancers from all backgrounds are welcome to join our dance family.
A Class for Every Age & Stage
Every ADA dancer trains in a level built for exactly where they are — starting as young as 2, progressing through our gemstone levels, all the way to pointe, seniors and adult classes.
- Ages 2–3
Dancer & Me
A grown-up-and-me introduction to music and movement — first steps, big smiles.
Explore - Ages 3–5
Creative Dance
A joyful way for preschoolers to explore movement, imagination and coordination.
Explore - Ages 5–9
Elementary Ballet & Tap
Real technique training begins — ballet and tap foundations (plus jazz in Elementary III) in an encouraging setting.
Explore - Ages 7–10
Pearl & Ruby
Building dancers — ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and more as their skills take shape.
Explore - Ages 11–13
Amber & Amethyst
Growing artistry — stronger technique across styles, from contemporary to pointe prep.
Explore - Ages 12–14
Emerald
Advancing dancers learn deepened technique, performance and expression.
Explore - Ages 15+
Sapphire & Onyx
Our most advanced levels — pointe, contemporary, modern and leadership on stage.
Explore - Ages 18+
Adult Classes
Dance for fitness, artistry and joy — it's never too late to start (or return).
Explore
Why Milwaukee & Ozaukee Families Choose Academy of Dance Arts
ADA delivers supportive and professional dance instruction in an encouraging setting for every learner — whether your dancer dreams of a professional stage or dances for the confidence that carries into everything else. That's been our promise since 1983.
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Four decades of dance education
Founded in 1983 and led by our current owner since 2000 — generations of North Side dancers have grown up at ADA.
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Professional, diverse, expertly qualified instructors
Twelve working artists and educators with university dance degrees, master's-level teachers, professional choreography experience, but most of all, a love of teaching.
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Purposeful training aimed at growth
A clear path from first steps to pointe and the ADA Dance Company — with levels that grow with your dancer.
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A studio where everyone belongs
Families from all areas and backgrounds make up one encouraging dance family — both on and off the stage.
Dance classes in Ozaukee County and on Milwaukee’s North Side
Academy of Dance Arts welcomes families from Brown Deer, Glendale, Mequon, River Hills, Fox Point, Bayside, Menomonee Falls, Germantown and greater Milwaukee.
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Brown Deer - Glendale
- Mequon
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- Bayside
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- Germantown
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What Families Say About ADA
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“We love ADA. Our daughters have been dancing there for five years and have come a long way in a short time. We appreciate the inclusivity, diversity and flexible approach, along with the vision of fun with dance and access for all. The teachers are great, the quality of dance instruction is amazing and ADA has become our second family.”
Kristen Reynolds
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“We are so lucky to have found ADA! I think it is unique to find a dance studio that supports girls of all shapes, sizes, learning ability and talent. They support positive body image in our young people and I am so thrilled at the confidence it has given my daughter to move, be strong and confident. Thank you Lindsay and ADA for all you do to support these children by giving them a safe, inclusive space to express themselves through dance! We love ADA!!!”
Angela Domnitz
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“My daughter has been dancing at ADA since 2015 and she loves it. ADA has become her second family. The environment is clean and welcoming. The instructors are all very committed; it is very evident that they truly care about their students. The diversity at the studio is definitely a plus.”
Bri Clark
Ready to Join the ADA Dance Family?
Find your dancer's class, sign up for a free trial, or register today — we'd love to meet you.