Hinsdale Dance Academy

"I have been on faculty at HDA for 9 years. 3 years in person (at the best institution I’ve ever taught at ) and 6 consecutive summers returning as guest faculty (as my performing contract allows). HDA isn’t just a school, it’s a family. Hinsdale dance Academy is the only place I would send my students (who come to train anywhere near the Chicago area) - Families are the forefront of everything Jennifer (owner/ director) presents and I feel that family atmosphere as soon as I step foot in. Coming to HDA is a highlight of my year. I have watched students come in without ballet slippers for their first class turn into stunning professionals. I’ve watched students who come in to take ballet, as a way to enhance their other sport, to getting scholarships to college and sought out company positions. I can’t say enough good things about HDA and I am so proud to be part of this family from the beginning. ❤️"

"I waited almost eight months before posting this review.l so that could give a fair, non emotional review. Late last year we were treated horribly by HDA and the owner of this business treated my family very poorly. Her communication, the way she treats her business and how she treats “certain” families is terrible. We moved to another dance studio and i wanted to see what the experience at other places would be before posting this review. I can say our new dance studio treated everyone wonderfully, the environment is kind and nurturing and the academy truly values the kids more than just being a dancer that can perform. While the way we exited the academy was very upsetting I am thrilled we left and we are much happier now. I will also say many of the reviews below are from instructors at HDA."

"I have had children at Hinsdale Dance Academy for the past 9 years. They have flourished as dancers, but more importantly, grown as individuals. This was ALL do the faculty that cares deeply about their students.They make every effort to ensure that they receive the best education imaginable. They also go out of their way to promote kind and healthy friendships. My girls best friends come from their dance days. If you are looking for a kind, nurturing, professional atmosphere- this is the academy for you!!"

"My daughter and I attend Mommy and Me ballet and couldn’t be happier!! She loves her teacher and her ballet buddies- the studio is gorgeous! We can’t wait to be part of the performances and I look forward to many years to come at HDA!"

"Since Miss Jenn started this company, I have watched in amazement the education, growth, experiences of both staff and other dancers and feel the care with which Miss Jenn has taken to provide highly skilled instruction, creativity & ingenuity beyond what most others did during covid & the fact that every detail for anyone wanting to join this academy is outlined to a T in the contracts they/the parents sign. Everything in this academy is above and beyond and the parents assistance with productions is always amazing. For those that take their trash to the internet & make bad reviews because your child didn’t get the part wanted or because you feel you’re being nickled and dimed- you chose HDA because of their reputation & you signed the contract. Are you aware of the costs for special made costumes-not WalMart costumes. Or the cost to have some of the best talent come teach at the school? In the past 2 years of covid, HDA has taken great precaution to keep everyone safe. I would not like my child or anyone else’s to get sick because of your selfishness. I’m guessing if someone else’s child was sick and got yours sick you’d be throwing a fit and again bashing HDA. Miss Jenn and her staff are very professional & caring. That’s why they are so highly regarded in the ballet community & received so many awards!"