Dance Your Way to Connection and Join our Family!
Celebrating 35 years in Pacific, MO, dedicated to inspiring students to find their voice through dance!
Our Philosophy
Friendship
We foster a supportive environment where students form lasting bonds through shared movement and mutual encouragement.
Confidence
Our dynamic choreography builds self-assurance, helping students express their unique identity through movement.
Morals
We integrate values and discipline into every class, teaching students the importance of integrity and respect.
Dance in Motion
See the accolades and accomplishments of our competition team in action and the amazing staff that make it happen!
In Person inquires only to join the competition team. Certain eligibility and requirements apply.
Our Dance Classes
Ballet/Tap/Tumbling
Offered for 3-4 year olds on Tuesday and Thursday night
Ballet/Tap/Jazz
Offered for 5-12 year olds on Tueday and Thursday night
Hip-Hop
Offered for 5-12 year olds on Tuesday and Thursday night
Pom Pon
Offered for 5-12 year olds on Tuesday and Thursday night
Acrobatics
Offered for 5-12 year olds on Tuesday and Thursday night
Our Community Voices
"The Dance Connection has been apart of our family for 11 dance seasons. When my daughter started competition dance she was still finding herself and her talent. The teachers that poured their heart and soul and love for dance in her left such a mark. She finds joy in coming every week. She has made many friends and continues to grow every week. I highly recommend the Dance Connection. It’s not just a business. It’s a family."
Stephanie G. - Parent of a current student
"TDC is home away from home for so many dancers! The teachers are encouraging and hard working. I’m honored to be apart of the TDC history and can’t wait to see where Miss Jessica the new owner takes the studio!"
Julie B. - Former TDC Parent
"I’ve been a proud TDC mom since the very beginning, and now I'm a blessed TDC grandma! TDC didn't just teach my daughters how to dance; it taught them invaluable life skills like perseverance, teamwork, confidence, discipline, and etiquette. Today, they are successful adults who still fondly look back and say, "Remember that one time at dance..."
Now, watching my granddaughter dance on the very same floors is a beautiful full-circle moment. Thank you, TDC, for decades of excellence and lifelong memories. Highly recommend!"
Diane H. - Proud Grandparent
"I highly recommend The Dance Connection! We have had at least one child dancing at TDC for the past 16 years, and throughout that time, our family has had nothing but positive experiences. Dance has given my daughters so much more than strong technique. It has helped them develop confidence, discipline, perseverance, teamwork, leadership skills, time management, and lifelong friendships. The lessons they've learned inside the studio have carried over into every aspect of their lives.
My oldest daughter danced at TDC from the time she was 3 years old until she was recruited to dance for the Maryville University Dance Team. When she signed her letter of intent, she made sure to include Ms. Jess in that special moment because of the incredible role she played in Maria’s journey and success as a dancer. That speaks volumes about the impact TDC has had on our family.
The Dance Connection has always been my girls’ home away from home—a place where they are encouraged to be themselves, grow, and feel supported every step of the way. The teachers genuinely care about their dancers both inside and outside of the studio. I am so proud to be part of the TDC family and look forward to many more years ahead. Thank you for everything you have done for my daughters and for so many other young dancers in our community!"
Angie S. - Parent of current students
"We are extremely grateful to have found a dance home in TDC. The staff is wonderful and encouraging and always shows such care and kindness to our daughter. The owner, Ms. Jess, is straightforward, kind and honest and always makes sure to put the kids and their needs first. We have been more than impressed in the constant improvement that our daughter makes while dancing at TDC and can’t wait to watch her continue to learn and grow here moving forward. Thank you TDC for helping our kiddo realize her passion and helping her reach her dance goals!"
Meghan B. - Parent of a current student