Everyone that enters DeForest Dance Academy in Elmhurst and Glen Ellyn will be greeted by a friendly face with a big smile. DeForest Dance is one of the happiest dance studios in the western suburbs of Chicago. That is because owner, Ashley DeForest-Goletz, would have it no other way! Ashley's mission is a simple one. She believes that everyone can dance!
And, she has succeeded in her goal to create a fun and welcoming environment where all students can learn, gain confidence and have fun while growing a love for the art of dance. A student can come take an hour-long dance class, once a week. Or, they can audition for our award-winning competitive dance team, Steppin' Out Dance Company, and receive extensive training.
And, she has succeeded in her goal to create a fun and welcoming environment where all students can learn, gain confidence and have fun while growing a love for the art of dance. A student can come take an hour-long dance class, once a week. Or, they can audition for our award-winning competitive dance team, Steppin' Out Dance Company, and receive extensive training.
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ASHLEY DEFOREST-GOLETZ grew up in Lombard, Illinois.
She began her dance training at the age of two at Art Linkletter Dance Studio under the direction of Paula Brandl and Donna Johnson.
Ashley went on to become a member of the "Steppin' Out Dance Company" where she and her team mates won numerous awards at local and national competitions.
After graduating from high school, Ashley moved to New York to continue her education.
She attended Fordham University where she was a member and choreographer for the University Dance Team.
She began her dance training at the age of two at Art Linkletter Dance Studio under the direction of Paula Brandl and Donna Johnson.
Ashley went on to become a member of the "Steppin' Out Dance Company" where she and her team mates won numerous awards at local and national competitions.
After graduating from high school, Ashley moved to New York to continue her education.
She attended Fordham University where she was a member and choreographer for the University Dance Team.
Tuition payments are due four times during the dance year.
Enrollment is accepted and processed on a rolling basis, if starting between Billing Cycles tuition will be pro-rated.
A family registering two children will receive a 10% discount.
A family registering three or more children will receive a 15% discount.
Children must be from the same household and must register at the same time to receive the discount.
We accept cash, checks made payable to DeForest Dance Academy, Mastercard, Visa and Discover.
Enrollment is accepted and processed on a rolling basis, if starting between Billing Cycles tuition will be pro-rated.
A family registering two children will receive a 10% discount.
A family registering three or more children will receive a 15% discount.
Children must be from the same household and must register at the same time to receive the discount.
We accept cash, checks made payable to DeForest Dance Academy, Mastercard, Visa and Discover.
The Steppin' Out Dance Company (SODC) at DeForest Dance Academy is an award winning competitive dance company under the direction of Donna Johnson, and assisted by award winning choreographers Carly Brandl and Ashley DeForest-Goletz.
The Steppin' Out Dance Company was established in 1989.
SODC members range from ages 5 - 18 years old and compete on a regional and national level in Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz and Lyrical.
The Steppin' Out Dance Company has entertained audiences across the country for over 25 years.
The Steppin' Out Dance Company was established in 1989.
SODC members range from ages 5 - 18 years old and compete on a regional and national level in Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz and Lyrical.
The Steppin' Out Dance Company has entertained audiences across the country for over 25 years.
Extra Recital tickets can be purchased using our online ticket provider Brown Paper Tickets(limited quantities available).
You will be directed to Brown Paper Tickets to order and pay for your extra tickets.
Be sure to print out your tickets and bring them to the recital so they can be exchanged for wristbands needed to enter the ballroom.
You will be directed to Brown Paper Tickets to order and pay for your extra tickets.
Be sure to print out your tickets and bring them to the recital so they can be exchanged for wristbands needed to enter the ballroom.
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