Question 1

Is LDI right for my child?

Accepted Answer

LDI is for everyone. Ages 3 to adult. Beginner to pre professional. Whether your child wants to dance for fun, for friendships, or toward a professional future, there is a place for them here.

Question 2

How do I know which class is right?

Accepted Answer

Children's Division students ages 3 to 7 are placed by age. Students ages 8 and up receive a complimentary trial class to determine the best placement.

Question 3

Can my child take a trial class?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Complimentary trial classes are available in every class. Schedule through the Registration Portal.

Question 4

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Visit the Registration Portal, create a family profile, and choose a trial class.

Question 5

Do students need previous experience?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. We welcome complete beginners through advanced dancers.

Question 6

My child is older with no experience?

Accepted Answer

We have classes for all ages and ability levels. Email registration@lynchdance.com.

Question 7

Do you accept mid year students?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tuition is pro rated for students joining mid session.

Question 8

Do you offer classes for boys?

Accepted Answer

LDI welcomes boys into age appropriate classes, ages 5 to 18. Boys train alongside their peers in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and cross training, with dress code and technical expectations tailored to their needs. Whether your son is exploring dance for the first time or pursuing serious training, there is a place for him here.

Question 9

Is ballet required?

Accepted Answer

Students may enroll exclusively in elective classes. Ballet is strongly encouraged for comprehensive technical development.

Question 10

How do I find the right class for my dancer?

Accepted Answer

See the FAQ page for details.

Question 11

How are students placed?

Accepted Answer

Children's Division ages 3 to 7 placed by age. Ages 8 and up by skill level following a complimentary trial class.

Question 12

What are the age ranges?

Accepted Answer

Mighty Mini Movers 3 to 4. Pre Ballet 5 to 6. Ballet 1, 7 to 8. Ballet 2, 9 to 10. Ballet 3, 11 to 12. Ballet 4, 13 to 14. Ballet 5 and 6, 15 and up. Trainee 11 and up.

Question 13

Can I contact the teacher directly?

Accepted Answer

All communication goes through registration@lynchdance.com.

Question 14

How long is the season?

Accepted Answer

Ten months. Late August through June. Summers offer camps, workshops, and private lessons.

Question 15

Do you offer summer programs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Junior and Pre Professional intensives, Little Movers Camp, Adult Intensive, Tap Intensive, and private lessons.

Question 16

Where do I see the schedule?

Accepted Answer

See the FAQ page for details.

Question 17

Does my child have to perform?

Accepted Answer

Performance is a core part of the LDI experience and is strongly expected. Think of it like a sports season. The performance is where the training comes to life.

Question 18

Are there performance fees?

Accepted Answer

There is a participation fee associated with each show. All costumes and rehearsals are included in the fee.

Question 19

How does tuition work?

Accepted Answer

Tuition represents the full ten month season broken into monthly payments. Auto withdrawn on the 1st of each month October through May.

Question 20

How do I register?

Accepted Answer

Visit the Registration Portal, create a family profile, and choose a trial class.

Question 21

If I pay in full, do I get a discount?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Contact us at registration@lynchdance.com and we will be happy to discuss pay-in-full options and any available discounts.

Question 22

Do you offer adult classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Adult classes include Adult Fitness, Adult Beginner and Intermediate Ballet, Adult Beginner and Intermediate Contemporary, and Ballet Together via Zoom on Sundays. Classes are available on a single class or hourly rate — $95 per hour for one-hour classes, $150 per 1.5 hours.

Question 23

Do adult students perform?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Adult students perform in Nutcracker Reimagined, the Spring Showcase, and community events throughout the season.

New to LDI? Start here.

Getting Started

Placement and Classes

Season and Schedule

Performances

Tuition and Registration

Adult Program

Ready to dance?