The recreational dance program includes classes in Classical Ballet, Pointe, Partnering, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Acrobatics, Creative Movement, Hoop dance, and Music for ages 3 and up. 

All students have the opportunity perform in the annual Spring Showcase Recital as well as other special events throughout the year.

Our professionally trained and formally educated instructors specialize in fun and correct technique training for all levels of dancers, in all of the styles of dance we offer.

Element Productions is The Dance Element's unique Performance Company with a focus on providing professional opportunities to showcase the art of dance. Invited dancers are expected to maintain a high level of classical technique training while inspiring others by being positive role models and striving for excellence.

Private Lessons and Solo Choreography for performance or competition are available in any of the disciplines offered at The Dance Element.  

Individual pageant coaching from a National Preliminary title holder is provided for all areas of the pageant process. 

The Dance Element is the only studio in the area to offer a program specifically for boys. We understand that boys don't always want to be placed in a dance class full of girls, and although we welcome them into all of our classes, the Exploring Dance For Boys workshop is an hour devoted to letting boys be boys.

Instructor Joey Stephens focuses on teaching and perfecting steps performed by male dancers. As boys of all ages progress in these techniques they will be invited into our partnering class where they will have the unique opportunity to pair with our young ballerinas, learning lifts and performance techniques that most male dancers do not experience until they reach a college dance level.  

Mr. Mark's Musical Puppetry Play House is a fun new weekly workshop combining elements of theatre, puppetry and music .

Students explore the basic elements of music while participating in songs, games, movement exercises, craft projects, and skits.

New themes every week make this workshop an ever evolving treasure trove of creativity. Designed for ages 5-12, of all abilities and levels of experience.

Join a weekly dance party in our high energy Zumba classes, or shed some extra pounds in our Group Fitness Challenge with one of Wilmington's premiere personal trainers.

Fortify your core muscles and abs with a mix of yoga and pilates in Core Conditioning, lengthen and tone with Ballet, or just have some fun learning to Tap.

Check our adult schedule for the current classes offered, and drop in anytime for fun, exercise, and stress relief.

Instructor Ashley Barnes founded the "Goldsboro Silver Tappers" in 1997 earning both Regional and State awards in the Senior Games. She is now bringing the joys of senior tap to Wilmington and The Dance Element.  Enjoy learning and practicing tap-dance techniques ranging from Soft-shoe to Rhythm styles in an easy and gentle class that provides both exercise and fun!  Performance opportunities are available and no experience is necessary for this rewarding opportunity.

The Dance Element's Home School Dance program provides an opportunity for children to learn a variety of dance disciplines, while getting exercise and meeting new friends.  

The "Exploring Dance" format includes workshops in ballet, tap, jazz, yoga, acrobatics and  hoop dance.

All students will have the opportunity to perform in the annual Spring Showcase Recital.

Located adjacent to the Ice House ice skating rink, The Dance Element offers a chance for figure skaters of all levels to step off the ice and improve flexibility, extension, and conditioning. Ballet and dance technique can make the difference between an average skater and a graceful champion, and students will immediately notice improvements to their ice routines.