Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC
Ballet, hip hop, jazz, tap, modern and acro for toddlers through adults in Ma…
Madison Professional Dance Center offers classes across all ages, from toddlers and preschoolers to school-age children, teens, and adults.
Before your first class
Classes are designed for all skill levels, from toddlers and preschoolers through adults, with instruction tailored to each dancer's starting point.
Varies by class style; specific requirements published in studio materials and summer intensive guidelines.
For ballet/contemporary ballet/pre-pointe/variations: tights, solid-coloured leotard, ballet shoes, pointe shoes (if en pointe), hair in proper ballet bun with hair net.
Spring Mini Sessions (5 week): $83–$127 depending on class length; (6 week): $99–$152.
About this studio
Madison Professional Dance Center offers classes across all ages, from toddlers and preschoolers to school-age children, teens, and adults. The studio teaches Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Acro. Staff are certified in Acrobatic Arts—a fusion of classic dance technique with acrobatic elements that blends musicality and emotional expression with precision athleticism.
MPDC runs both recreational and competitive programmes. The competitive company has a track record of taking first place and delivering standout performances, with students regularly excelling in regional and national competitions. The studio maintains low teacher-to-student ratios to support rapid progress and individual attention.
The teaching team includes instructors with significant professional backgrounds. Halia Hauer earned her BFA in Dance Performance from Butler University and is now a trainee with Madison Ballet. Lauryn Bredlau recently graduated Magna cum Laude from Point Park University with a BFA in Dance, Concentration in Ballet, and joined Madison Ballet as a trainee before teaching across southern Wisconsin. Elizabeth Luse is a Madison-based dance artist and educator with an 18-year career in performance and teaching in Chicago, including work with Lucky Plush Productions and six years on faculty at the Joffrey Academy of Dance. Elijah Richardson earned his BFA in Dance Performance from Chapman University in 2018 and performed and taught with DanceWorks Chicago for three seasons, working under director Julie Nakagawa.
MPDC alumni have gone on to professional careers: Nika Lindsay dances with the Frozen Broadway Tour; Nicole Cox performs with the Milwaukee Bucks; Imani English is a performer at DanceWorks Chicago; Nikki Clyce dances professionally in Los Angeles; Kallie Tierney won the Lou Conte Scholarship Program in association with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago; and Rachel Robison is Associate Director of Wasatch Contemporary Dance Company. Max Saron danced with the Young Lions in Chicago and currently teaches at MPDC.
The studio is centrally located and family-friendly, offering free WiFi and a comfortable seating area. MPDC was featured on WISC-TV. The studio offers a summer intensive (2025 sessions begin June 16 and June 30), spring mini sessions running May 4–June 11 in 5- and 6-week blocks, and regular summer classes from July 6–August 20.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes cater to all skill levels and ages. The studio maintains low teacher-to-student ratios, and instruction focuses on technical skills, emotional depth, and creative expression alongside personal achievement.
Instructors
Who teaches here
The teaching team includes Halia Hauer (Ballet & Modern, BFA from Butler University, Madison Ballet trainee), Lauryn Bredlau (Ballet, graduated Magna cum Laude from Point Park University with BFA in Dance Concentration in Ballet, Madison Ballet trainee), Elizabeth Luse (Ballet, Modern & Contemporary, 18-year Chicago performance and teaching career including Joffrey Academy faculty), and Elijah Richardson (BFA in Dance Performance from Chapman University, three seasons with DanceWorks Chicago). Additional instructors: Valerie Homburg (Owner/Director), Carol Ceniti (Founder—Jazz, Ballet, Acro, BeMoved, Leaps/Turns), Breanna Brzezinski (Ballet, Modern, Pilates), Jazmin Jackson (Ballet, Contemporary), Saniyah Jackson (Hip Hop, Jazz Funk), Joslynn Labak (Contemporary, Jazz, Hip Hop), Elizabeth Newberry (Youth Program Director), Jeannette Newberry (Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Ballet), Avery Scholz (Hip Hop), Sophie Smith (Hip Hop), and Sarah Zeisser (Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop).
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Classes are designed for all skill levels, from toddlers and preschoolers through adults, with instruction tailored to each dancer's starting point.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
Dress code
Varies by class style; specific requirements published in studio materials and summer intensive guidelines.
What to bring
For ballet/contemporary ballet/pre-pointe/variations: tights, solid-coloured leotard, ballet shoes, pointe shoes (if en pointe), hair in proper ballet bun with hair net. For contemporary/modern/lyrical: form-fitting clothing, hair secured, bare feet. For hip hop/jazz funk/strength & conditioning: comfortable hip-hop clothing and clean sneakers. For jazz: form-fitting clothing, hair secured, jazz shoes. Pack water, electrolytes, healthy snacks, towel, socks, yoga mat, foam roller, tennis/lacrosse ball, athletic tape, bandages, and form-fitting leg warmers.
Styles offered
16 dance styles taught here
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Amenities
Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC teach?
Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC teaches Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap and 10 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC located?
Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC is located in Madison, WI. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC offer private lessons?
Contact Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC teach kids and adults?
Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC 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 Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC?
The fastest path is to visit Madison Professional Dance Center, LLC via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.