Dance Center Crasto
Lille dance school since 1979: Modern Jazz, Classique, Tango, Flamenco, Bolly…
Dance Center Crasto has been a fixture in Lille's dance landscape since 1979, when it was founded by Mary Claire Crasto.
Before your first class
The centre explicitly aims to provide the best working conditions for both beginners and advanced students.
Located near Porte de Valenciennes metro station.
About this studio
Dance Center Crasto has been a fixture in Lille's dance landscape since 1979, when it was founded by Mary Claire Crasto. The school was taken over in 1999 by Christina Crasto and remains animated by a passion passed from mother to daughter. Located at 81 Rue de Trévise, the centre serves nearly 450 students and stands as one of the pillars of dance teaching across the Lille metropolitan area.
The studio's core discipline is Modern Jazz, but it has expanded to embrace many styles. Classique is taught under the direction of Thérèse Dutheil, and Tango features instruction from Melesio. The current season offers Tap (Claquettes), Indian Dance & Bollywood, Flamenco, Oriental Dance, Street Jazz, and Twerk. The centre also runs Yoga and Pilates classes. Christina Crasto serves as choreographer and artistic director—she has choreographed for the Palais de la Bourse Spring parade in Lille and oversees the centre's annual spectacle, which reached its 38th edition.
The centre operates four studios available for rental by the hour, day, or year. Studio A offers 130 square metres with dance mat, barres, mirrors, and sound. Studios B and C each provide 110 square metres with oak parquet, barres, mirrors, sound, and changing rooms. Studio D spans 55 square metres with carpet. All studios feature ceilings over 4.5 metres high, are heated, equipped with sound systems, and have access to a main reception hall and showers. These spaces serve professionals, companies, and individuals for personal training, rehearsals, auditions, castings, shoots, and events.
The philosophy underpinning Crasto is one of passion, enthusiasm, and fulfilment. Christina Crasto emphasises guiding and advising dancers and providing the best working conditions for both beginners and advanced students. The centre positions itself as a meeting point and workspace for all dance enthusiasts, where individual talent develops and the body and mind are cultivated together.
What to expect
Your first visit
You will find spacious, light-filled studios with high ceilings, mirrors, barres, and professional sound. The centre welcomes both beginners and advanced dancers across a range of styles, with instruction from named specialists in each discipline.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Christina Crasto directs the centre and serves as choreographer. Classique is taught by Thérèse Dutheil and Tango by Melesio. Guest instructors lead specialist programmes including W.A.G Street Jazz Girly, Tap the One, Pena Estrella Flamenco, Mastani Indian Dance, Berenice Heels Dance, and Zaina Oriental Dance.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
The centre explicitly aims to provide the best working conditions for both beginners and advanced students.
Studio history
Founded in 1979 by Mary Claire Crasto and taken over in 1999 by her daughter Christina Crasto, the centre has grown to serve nearly 450 students and is recognised as one of Lille's leading dance schools. The passion for dance has been transmitted from mother to daughter and shapes the centre's philosophy of enthusiasm and personal development.
Styles offered
8 dance styles taught here
Gallery
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Amenities
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Dance Center Crastohasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
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Frequently asked about Dance Center Crasto
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Dance Center Crasto teach?
Dance Center Crasto teaches General, Modern jazz, Classique, Tango, Tap, Flamenco and 2 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Dance Center Crasto located?
Dance Center Crasto is located in Lille. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Dance Center Crasto offer private lessons?
Contact Dance Center Crasto directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Dance Center Crasto teach kids and adults?
Dance Center Crasto welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Dance Center Crasto?
The fastest path is to visit Dance Center Crasto via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.
Is there parking at Dance Center Crasto?
Located near Porte de Valenciennes metro station.