The Dance Loft

We are a family owned school located in the heart of downtown Palatine. We offer classes starting at the age of 3 years old through Adult.

We focus on technique, dedication, self confidence, positive instruction, and the love for dance and the arts. We instruct Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Leaps/Turns/Jumps, Tap, Acro and Aerial Silks. Our focus is strong technique, self confidence, dedication, and to promote a love for dance and the overall arts. We want create a positive, fun, but rewarding atmosphere with

06/18/2026

Showcase in 2 Days!!! How adorable 🥰

06/17/2026

⭐️SENIOR SPOTLIGHT⭐️
CATE VAN GORP

Cate will be attending The University of Illinois in the fall and studying Political Science and French.

1 Fun Fact: I lived In Arizona for 4 years!

Favorite memory at TDL: Going out to dinner at our last regional this season with my teammates. Also, getting to spend time with my dance friends during competitions.

We are so proud of you Cate! CONGRATULATIONS ❤️ We will miss you!

06/17/2026

⭐️SENIOR SPOTLIGHT⭐️
JANESSA DECKER

Janessa will be attending Harper College in the fall and will continue dancing at TDL!

1 Fun Fact: I can eat a tomahawk steak like it’s nothing. I also love to go ghost hunting.

Favorite memory at TDL: When I made Miss Brittany cry happy tears when I did my solo at competition. I also love spending time with my dance friends.

We are so proud of you Janessa! CONGRATULATIONS ❤️

06/16/2026

It’s Showcase Week! We cannot wait to see everyone light up the stage. “RADIANCE” performance Saturday, June 20th at Noon and our Dance Company Showcase Saturday, June 20th at 3:30pm. All performances will be held at Wauconda High School. Tickets can be purchased through this link. https://www.etix.com/ticket/o/11302/thedanceloftllc

06/14/2026

June 24th is around the corner and we cannot wait for our full day intensive with this amazing faculty! We have 1 spot remaining in our 8-10 year old classroom and 6 spots remaining in the 11 & up. To register email [email protected]. To read more about the intensive and the instructors visit www.thedanceloftil.com under the Summer Camps & Intensives tab.

06/10/2026

We are so excited to welcome Mr. Joshua Brumm to our 2026-2027 faculty. We can’t wait to see what next season brings and welcome to the family!

Photo Credits: Todd Rosenberg Courtesy of Giordano Dance Chicago