Business Details
21 Years
experience
Premier Dance School in Charlotte & Huntersville, NC
Dance Fever has been a cornerstone of dance education in the Charlotte metropolitan area since 2005, serving students across two state-of-the-art studios in Charlotte and Huntersville. Our Acrobatic Arts Certified instructors deliver comprehensive training in ballet, hip hop, tap, jazz, and acrobatics to children and adults aged 2+. With 18+ years of experience, we have cultivated award-winning competition teams while maintaining a commitment to inclusivity and foundational dance education. Our mission emphasizes technical excellence, character development, and creative expression through structured curricula.As a locally owned studio, we prioritize personalized attention and community engagement, offering flexible programming from toddler classes to adult sessions. Our faculty combines formal dance education with real-world teaching experience, including specialized instruction for students with special needs. We maintain transparent communication through digital portals and physical locations that welcome prospective students to explore our facilities and teaching philosophies.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Instruction
Tap Dance Lessons
Acrobatics Training
Jazz Dance Courses
Competition Teams
Summer Intensives
Adult Classes
Studio Rentals
Dancewear Sales
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 18+ years of experience in professional dance education
- Our faculty includes Acrobatic Arts Certified instructors
- We maintain award-winning competition teams at regional levels
- We offer inclusive programs for students with special needs
- We operate two modern facilities with flexible scheduling options
Associations and certifications
- Acrobatic Arts Certified Studio
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through progressive training. Students learn traditional techniques from certified instructors in a supportive environment. Classes emphasize proper alignment, musicality, and performance skills for ages 3+.
Acrobatics Training
Acrobatic Arts Certified instruction focuses on safe progression of tumbling and flexibility skills. Classes integrate strength training with dance technique for ages 5+. Our curriculum prepares students for competitive performance applications.
Competition Teams
We offer competitive dance teams in multiple styles for dedicated students. Training includes choreography, technical refinement, and competition preparation. Our teams have earned regional and national recognition since 2005.
Summer Intensives
Our summer programs provide focused dance training with flexible scheduling options. Students can enroll in weekly intensives or drop-in classes. The program runs June-August at both Charlotte and Huntersville locations.
Adult Classes
We offer accessible dance classes for adult learners of all skill levels. Sessions focus on fitness, creativity, and technical development in multiple dance styles. Classes accommodate working professionals' schedules.
People
Karlie Krizanik
Owner/Director
With 20+ years teaching experience, Karlie holds a Masters in Dance Education from UNC Charlotte. She specializes in inclusive dance instruction and has led Dance Fever since 2022 after teaching there for 8 years.
Taryn Moreno
Charlotte Manager / Instructor
Acrobatic Arts Certified instructor with 10+ years teaching experience. Holds Sport Management degree from Winthrop University. Former professional dancer for Charlotte Checkers CheckMates and university dance teams.
Nikki Underwood
Instructor
18-year teaching veteran with competition experience at University of Alabama and Nike Industrial dancer. Specializes in jazz and contemporary instruction for children and teens.
Sarah Reid
Instructor
BFA in Dance from Muhlenberg College with teaching experience at Philadelphia Dance Academy. Certified yoga instructor who integrates wellness principles into dance education.
Cordelia Hogan
Ballet Instructor
Duke University graduate with dual degrees in Dance and Linguistics. Former member of Devils en Pointe ballet company and university marching band trumpet player.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer classes for children starting at age 2 through adult learners, with structured programs for preschoolers, elementary students, teens, and adults.
Are you accepting new students?
Yes! We enroll students year-round for both locations. Summer classes are currently available with registration through our online portal.
What dance styles do you offer?
We specialize in ballet, hip hop, tap, jazz, and acrobatics with additional training in contemporary, lyrical, and musical theater styles.
Do you have competition teams?
Yes, our award-winning competition teams have earned recognition at local, regional, and national levels since our founding in 2005.
What are summer class options?
Our summer program offers flexible drop-in classes at $15 per 30-minute session. The June-August schedule accommodates varying skill levels and interests.
