Royal Academy

"Hard to find the combination of fantastic training and family-like environment. Love the teachers and it's easy to park in their lot. Check it out for the serious dancer to the casual dance enthusiast."

"My daughter started training for USGA gymnastics 6 years ago but left the sport after 4 years as a result of its toxic coaching practices that we experienced at two separate gyms in the Chicagoland area. Even though she left gymnastics she decided to follow her Tumbling Coach, Marcus Williams, to Royal Academy so she could continue training and competing competitively in USTA for power tumbling and double mini. Marcus was the only Coach my daughter had ever worked with, prior to going to Royal, that did not use any toxic coaching techniques she’d previously been exposed to and it was obvious to us that he truly cared about his athletes well being, both physically and mentally. Getting to continue to train under Marcus wasn’t the only added bonus we got by coming over to Royal. Everything about the gym, from its feel and look to its owners and the staff is a breath of fresh air compared to what we’ve experienced at other gyms over the years. The facility is always clean and if the athletes need something to train with the owner, Ms. Bea, gets it right away. Her athletes ability to train safely is of the utmost importance to her! The staff is incredibly helpful & friendly. They make themselves available all the time, even during off hours to help anyway they can. The gym also has a zone tolerance policy for any form of bullying or disrespect towards any other athletes or the Coaching staff. The culture within the gym is extremely positive and feels more like a family. We already knew we loved having our daughter train with Marcus because of what a great Coach he is but coming over and finding a gym that checked all the boxes that so many others failed to was an huge extra bonus. We are so happy we found Royal Academy and sincerely cannot recommend it enough!"

"A wonderful studio for dance, tumbling and gymnastics… (I know they offer more classes even for adults that my daughter isn’t in). But my daughter loves her dance and tumbling coaches and loves being a part of this dance family!! There’s so many dance teachers that are full of positive energy, years of experience and they form VERY effective relationships with the students. She has FUN while growing as a dancer. Just from August to October, she’s improved in countless skills it is wild. She comes home excited and happy because she’s learned something new, adding to her self-esteem. Owned by a young woman, who takes everything to another level with class and dedication. You can see it in the appearance of the studio and how she runs it. It’s a beautiful place, where you can feel good and welcomed, excited and happy. You can tell the studio is an extension of her entire being. Highly recommend!"

"Royal Academy of Dance is the place where you can bring your kid to have fun while learning dance and gymnastics. All staff and coaches are amazing! My kids love to come and learn new stuff! The place is new and very modern! Good luck in the new competition season I am sure you will do great!"