Wheaton Studio of Dance

We are now accepting pre-orders for our commemorative recital t-shirts. These are 100% cotton, classic-fit shirts—perfect for rehearsals and a great keepsake for the dancers.Ordering Deadline is May 15, 2026Check out details under the 'Recitals' tab
Our dancers have been working incredibly hard, and we are so excited to see them take the stage for our Annual Recital, "Imagination in Motion" 2026! Please refer to the linked file, "Recital Newsletter IMAGINATION IN MOTION 2026", and review it in its entirety to ensure you have all the specific call times and requirements for your dancer’s classes. Please check under the 'Recitals' tab for additional information about the Recital.
Recital ticket purchases are now live online!Details on how to order & pay is available under the 'Recitals' tab.
In addition to our four Summer Day Camps, and the Overnight Summer Dance Camp, we will be offering our traditional 6-week summer class session from June 20th through August 1st. This is a great way to keep up with technique over the break! Check out the schedules under the 'Schedule' and 'Dance Camp' tabs. Registration is open for all of our Spring Break, and Summer Camps.
We are so excited to share our Summer 2026 Schedule with you! Whether your dancer is ready for their first Princess Camp or is destined for the bright lights of Broadway, we have a wonderful summer of movement and fun planned.
Day Camps: Registration Now Open! Links are under 'Dance Camp' tab
Sleepaway Camp 2026: Save the Dates!
Our beloved sleepaway dance camp is back from July 19th through July 25th, 2026. Mark your calendars for a week of intensive dance and summer memories.
Pricing and more information will be released very soon—for now, just save those dates!
The 2025-2026 dance season is in full progress Click here for the PDF with all the class offerings and times. We can't wait to see your dancers on the floor!
We are partnering with Dance Supplies, Etc., so that you will receive 10% off any in-store, or 5% for on-line purchases. Check out their website at: dancesuppliesetc.com To receive the discount enter discount code SRD5 with your on-line purchases, or when in store, mention Shannon Rush Dance at checkout. For online ordering, you can go directly to: dancesupplies.com
Registration for any of our classes and camps can be done on-line through 'Jackrabbit' system. Click here for a direct, secure link.


Masks are OPTIONAL for everyone at all of our locations. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or concerns.

The Wheaton Studio of Dance, founded by Joni Reese, is currently operating in its 67th year under its Artistic Director, Shannon Rush-Locke. We, as one of the largest dance studios in the Metropolitan Area, pride ourselves in good dance technique, solid dance routines presented on a professional level, good class conduct and individual attention to the strengths an weak-nesses of each student.We also offer The Wheaton Studio of Dance/Recreational Camp, located on the campus of Mount Saint Mary’s University every summer.