Omaha, NE is home to 24 kids dance studios, and families here have real variety to choose from: local programs cover ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, acro/tumbling, lyrical, creative movement, and contemporary. Top-rated options include The Dance Authority (5★) and Cherrie Anderson School Of Music & Dance (5★).
Of the 24 studios in Omaha, 7 run recreational programs — the low-pressure route for kids who want dance as a fun weekly activity — while 2 field competitive teams for dancers ready to train harder and perform at regional events. 15 offer both tracks, which makes it easy to start recreational and step up later.
For the youngest dancers, 22 of Omaha's studios offer creative movement or preschool programs, so kids as young as 2 or 3 can start with music, rhythm, and basic coordination before moving into ballet, tap, or hip hop around ages 4 to 6.
When comparing studios in Omaha, weigh the things that affect your week as much as the dancing: drive time, class-day options, tuition and costume fees, and whether the studio offers trial classes. Visiting in person — even for ten minutes during a class — tells you more about teaching style and atmosphere than any website.
7007 S 181st St Suite 108, Omaha, NE 68136
★ 5 (17 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Acro/Tumbling
14633 Grover St, Omaha, NE 68144
★ 5 (185 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Creative Movement
6839 Grover St, Omaha, NE 68106
★ 5 (4 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical
5224 N 24th St, Omaha, NE 68111
★ 5 (3 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop
17672 Welch Plaza, Omaha, NE 68135
★ 5 (4 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Hip Hop, Contemporary
3223 N 45th St Building E, Omaha, NE 68104
★ 5 (6 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Creative Movement, Acro/Tumbling
10841 Q St, Omaha, NE 68137
★ 5 (11 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Creative Movement
4801 NW Radial Hwy, Omaha, NE 68104
★ 5 (8 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Jazz, Creative Movement, Acro/Tumbling
4601 S 50th St #102, Omaha, NE 68117
★ 5 (6 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz
3818 N 108th St, Omaha, NE 68164
★ 4.9 (17 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Acro/Tumbling
9270 Cady Ave, Omaha, NE 68134
★ 4.9 (59 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Modern
2502 S 133rd Plaza Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68144
★ 4.9 (34 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Jazz, Creative Movement
15475 Ruggles St #101, Omaha, NE 68116
★ 4.9 (16 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
319 N 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114
★ 4.8 (14 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Jazz, Creative Movement
11426 Davenport St, Omaha, NE 68154
★ 4.8 (60 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
5026 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68106
★ 4.7 (41 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop
16880 Parker Plz, Omaha, NE 68118
★ 4.7 (42 reviews)
Recreational · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Creative Movement
7019 Maple St, Omaha, NE 68104
★ 4.7 (6 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Acro/Tumbling
14220 Fort St suite 106 & 107, Omaha, NE 68164
★ 4.6 (22 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
14505 California St, Omaha, NE 68154
★ 4.5 (273 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
17128 Audrey St, Omaha, NE 68136
★ 4.5 (19 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop
7002 N 102nd Cir, Omaha, NE 68122
★ 4.5 (8 reviews)
Recreational & Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro/Tumbling
2915 S 108th St, Omaha, NE 68144
★ 4.3 (20 reviews)
Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Acro/Tumbling
11212 Chicago Cir, Omaha, NE 68154
Competitive · Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical
Studios in Omaha currently offer ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, acro/tumbling, lyrical, creative movement, and contemporary. Several also field competitive teams alongside recreational classes. Availability shifts by season and enrollment, so check each studio's listing for current programs.
KidsDanceMap lists 24 kids dance studios in Omaha across 15 ZIP codes, including The Dance Authority (5★) and Cherrie Anderson School Of Music & Dance (5★). Availability shifts by season, so check each listing for current schedules.
By published ratings, The Dance Authority leads at 5★, followed by Cherrie Anderson School Of Music & Dance at 5★. "Best" still depends on your child — a 5-star competitive studio may be the wrong fit for a 4-year-old beginner, so match the studio's focus to your child's age and goals.
Creative movement and preschool classes at 22 Omaha studios welcome dancers as young as 2 or 3. Structured ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop typically start around ages 4 to 7.
Yes — 7 studios in Omaha run recreational programs designed for kids with no dance experience. Look for classes labeled beginner, introductory, creative movement, or preschool dance, and ask about trial classes before committing.
If a studio is missing or information needs to be updated, contact KidsDanceMap with the studio name, city, website, class styles, and age groups served.