Business Details
40 Years
experience
Welcome to Hart Dance Academy
Hart Dance Academy was founded in 1986 by Tracey Gabelman-Hart, a dedicated student of Karen McWilliams, a respected community mentor. For nearly four decades, we have nurtured a passion for dance in students of all ages, emphasizing technical excellence within a supportive environment. Our mission remains unchanged: to provide a space where dancers develop skills, build relationships, and explore artistic expression. We serve Lincoln families with diverse needs, from recreational dancers balancing busy schedules to serious students committing to weekly training. Under the leadership of Aly Hart Summerson, our studio continues expanding its offerings while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels.Our team of experienced instructors combines specialized teaching methods with a shared love for dance, creating a joyful and inspiring culture. With four studios operating six days a week, we provide flexible scheduling options to accommodate every dancer's journey. Our curriculum includes ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and specialty classes designed to cultivate both technical proficiency and creative expression. We remain committed to fostering growth, confidence, and lifelong appreciation for dance through structured training and performance opportunities.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Tap
Contemporary
Hip-Hop
Dance Camps
Pointe Training
Acro Dance
Modern Studies
Creative Movement
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of experience cultivating dance excellence in Lincoln families.
- Our staff includes experienced instructors with diverse teaching methodologies.
- We offer flexible scheduling across four studios operating six days weekly.
- Our curriculum caters to both recreational and advanced dancers' needs.
- We maintain a positive culture emphasizing technical growth and artistic expression.
Services
Ballet Technique
Our ballet technique classes develop foundational skills through barre exercises and center work. Students progress from basic positions to advanced pointe training while building proper alignment and turnout. Classes emphasize musicality, grace, and technical precision for dancers aged 8 and older.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary classes combine lyrical and modern techniques with improvisation and self-choreography. Dancers explore emotional expression through movement while maintaining technical discipline. Enrollment in ballet classes is required to develop necessary foundational skills for this expressive style.
Dance Camps
Week-long summer camps integrate dance training with arts education, nutrition lessons, and themed performances. Participants engage in multiple dance styles, craft projects, and collaborative choreography while developing performance confidence in a fun, immersive environment.
Acro Dance
Acro classes blend dance with gymnastics elements to enhance flexibility, strength, and tumbling skills. Students learn safe progressions for tricks and balances applicable to dance routines through structured warm-ups and skill stations.
Creative Movement
Designed for young children, creative movement classes introduce basic motor skills through music and imaginative play. Instructors use themed activities to teach balance, coordination, and foundational dance concepts in a joyful, non-structured environment.
People
Tracey Gabelman-Hart
Founder
Tracey established Hart Dance Academy in 1986 after studying under Karen McWilliams. Her lifelong dedication to dance education created a legacy of technical excellence and community building in Lincoln.
Aly Hart Summerson
Director
Aly currently leads the studio, continuing her mother's vision while expanding class offerings. With decades of experience, she maintains high technical standards while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all dancers.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, hip-hop, modern, and creative movement classes for ages 3 to adult.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! We offer recitals, dance camps with performances, and special events like our annual holiday party.
What are your dress code requirements?
Specific attire varies by class but generally includes fitted dancewear, appropriate footwear, and hair secured away from the face.
Do you offer summer programs?
Our Dance Camps provide week-long summer sessions combining dance training with arts, crafts, and themed performances.
How do I register for classes?
Visit our online portal to view current sessions, class descriptions, and complete registration for all available programs.
