Colorado Drop-In Dance Class Schedule for Lakewood, Centennial, & Westminster Studios
Dance That Welcomes You Exactly as You Are
What Makes Feel the Beat Different?
We make dance accessible—literally.
Dancing In ASL & More Adaptations
Every dancer deserves a space where they can move, express, and belong. At Feel the Beat, all of our classes are adaptive—designed to meet each student where they are and support their individual needs.
We teach in ASL and English, use visual descriptions, and offer modifications for physical differences so every dancer can experience the joy of movement fully. Our instructors focus on creating an environment of choice, body autonomy, and empowerment, giving each student a voice in their dance journey.
Need a little extra support? We’re happy to offer 1:1 assistance to those who benefit from it. Just reach out to info@feelthebeat.dance, and we’ll make sure you have everything you need to feel confident and included.
Registration for our new season of classes is now open! Register TODAY!
Our new annual season starts June 8, 2026, but you can join at any time. Feel the Beat offers classes at three Colorado locations: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center in Lakewood, Colorado Movement Lab in Westminster, and our new location at The Performance Shift in Centennial.
Class Schedule
Register for our Weekly Classes and Workshops!
IMPORTANT! Please make sure you register prior to attending classes. If no one is registered for a class, it will be cancelled one hour prior to start time.
Choose the Class Pack That Fits Your Groove
Choose from any of these class pack options when registering for class. 8-Class and 16-Class Punch Cards expires 365 days after date of purchase if unused. Punch Cards cannot be split between students in a single family. Each individual student must have their own punch card that can then be applied toward classes they are attending.
Designed With Dancers Of Every Ability In Mind
At Feel the Beat, we believe everyone deserves to experience the joy of movement—no matter how they hear, move, or communicate. Our classes blend rhythm, accessibility, and creativity so every dancer feels confident, connected, and included. These are our 2 types of classes we offer on the schedule and what they mean to help you identify which class suits you or your dancer best!
Movers:
These classes are ideal for new dancers who want to turn up and move. Discover the joy of learning dance through play in our movement-focused class. In this engaging and interactive experience, we unlock the power of play to enhance physical and cognitive development. Explore, create and grow while having fun!
Dance games & play exploration
Strengthening, balance and coordination exercises for increased mobility
Introduction to creative movement
Groovers:
These classes are ideal for students looking to learn technique, enhance performance quality, and master choreography. Elevate your dance skills to new heights!
Strengthening exercises focused on dance technique
Choreography taught to work on memory and focus on performance quality
A wider variety of dance styles introduced to engage dancers in new ways
More advanced move options to encourage growth in our dancers
Possible options for performance, inquire if this is something that interests you!
Find the Class That Moves You
Youth Classes
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Through storytelling, games, and guided exploration, dancers learn coordination, rhythm, and confidence. Each class is full of laughter, creativity, and the freedom to move in your own way—because every wiggle is worth celebrating.
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Bring the energy, feel the beat.
This upbeat class introduces foundational hip hop steps, rhythm, and coordination through fun choreography and expressive movement. Perfect for dancers who love to move big and own the spotlight.
Adult Classes
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All the rhythm, none of the pressure.
A dynamic mix of old-school grooves and modern hip hop styles that let adults move, express, and sweat it out in a supportive, inclusive space. Expect good vibes, great beats, and zero judgment. -
For dancers who love structure but need calm energy.
This class explores jazz fundamentals—kicks, turns, isolations—in a sensory-friendly environment with softer lighting, visual schedules, and an adaptive pace. Think movement without overwhelm. -
Emotion in motion.
Blending modern, jazz, and hip hop, this class invites dancers to explore musicality, storytelling, and self-expression through movement. Every combo is a new opportunity to connect body and heart. -
Musical Theatre Jazz blends dynamic Jazz-inspired movement with storytelling to embody characters and build performance skills. A direct descendant of Jazz dance, Theatrical Jazz today includes a strong base of the elements of Jazz, and aspects of many other styles: Hip-Hop, Tap, Modern, Ballet, Ballroom and more! This class focuses on skills such as rhythm and musicality, character exploration, and improvisation, while also developing fundamental skills including balance, coordination, and motor strength.
Not sure which class to choose?
Email us at info@feelthebeat.dance and ask for a recommendation!
2026-2027 Annual Season
Join Feel the Beat for the Annual 2026-2027 Season of classes starting June 8, 2026 and running through May 22, 2027! Planning to dance with us all season? Email info@feelthebeat.dance to learn about our Perks Program—and unlock special savings and surprises for our most dedicated dancers!
Workshops
Join Feel the Beat for special workshops at our dance studio located inside the Whitlock Recreation Center in Lakewood, CO. Each workshop features a new dance style and focus centered around dance fundamentals, rhythm, counting, and choreography, with adaptations to accommodate diverse learning styles and physical needs. Past workshops have included dance styles such as Adaptive Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and more! All ages, skill levels, and abilities are welcome.
Click the button below to see who is slated as a special guest instructor for upcoming Workshops!
No Class Dates: June 2026 through June 2027
May 23 - June 7 – Break Between Seasons
May 25 (Memorial) – Closed
June 19 (Juneteenth) – Closed
July 3 (City Holiday) – Closed
July 4 (Independence) – Closed
September 7 (Labor) – Closed
November 11 (Veterans) – Closed
Nov 23-29 Thanksgiving Break -Closed
Dec 21-Jan 3 Winter Break -Closed
January 18 (MLK) -Closed
February 15 (Presidents) – Closed
March 27-29 Spring (Easter) Break- Closed
May 23- June 6 2027 FTB Season Break- Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
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You can try any class in your dancer's age group for free — no commitment required. We want your dancer to land in the class that's the best fit, so if the first one isn't quite right, just ask and we'll set up additional free trials until you find it.
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Classes are booked directly through Feel the Beat (not a partner organization) — no membership required.
Single Class — $22/class
8-Class Pack — $20/class
16-Class Pack — $16/class
We never want financial concern to stand in the way of someone taking class, so scholarships are available for any student who needs one. There are some conditions including attendance requirements and occasional check-ins — but we'll walk you through what's needed. Just reach out to info@feelthebeat.dance to get started.
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No specific dress code, just clothing you can move easily in (skip jeans or restrictive clothing).
A few practical notes:
At our Whitlock location, the floor can be slippery, so sticky socks or grippy shoes are a good idea if that's a concern for your dancer.
At Colorado Movement Lab, shoes aren't allowed in the studio — bare feet, socks, or dance shoes are preferred.
For safety, please skip gum and food in the classroom (choking hazard).
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Every dancer moves and learns differently, and our instructors adapt to fit that using visual instruction support, communication cards, and hands-on guidance as needed. We also have noise-cancelling headphones and light-sensitivity glasses on hand, since lighting isn't always adjustable depending on the space and other students' needs.
If there's something specific your dancer needs that we don't already have, just let us know — we're happy to look into providing it.
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Yes — 1:1 support is available for any dancer who needs it. Just request it before attending so we can staff the class appropriately.
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We don't allow parent observers in the classroom, since watching from the sidelines can be distracting for students. If you'd like to stay in the room, you're welcome to as long as you're participating in class alongside your dancer, whether as their 1:1 support or just dancing with them. Either way, we'll need you to sign a waiver first, so let us know beforehand. Otherwise, you're welcome to wait just outside during class.
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You're welcome to just show up and try a class — there's no need to schedule anything in advance for a first trial. You will fill out an intake form, and if we notice a class might not be the right fit, we'll reach out to talk through options together.
Classes are grouped by age (youth, and teen/adult) and by learning style:
Movers classes are ideal for dancers who want to explore movement through play, dance games, strengthening and balance exercises, and an introduction to creative movement. Great for newer dancers or those who benefit from a more playful, open-ended structure.
Groovers classes are for dancers ready to build technique, learn choreography, and explore a wider variety of dance styles with room to grow into more advanced movement and even performance opportunities, if that interests you.
Within any class, we can adjust for more or less complexity depending on what a dancer needs.
Teens who are able to follow group instruction independently are welcome in adult classes; teens who benefit from more individualized support are better suited to a youth class.
Honestly, there are very few reasons someone wouldn't be a good fit here — this is a space built for people who want to experience dance and music in whatever form works for them.
The two real exceptions: our floor is vibrotactile, so if vibration sensitivity makes that uncomfortable, our classes likely won't feel good for you. And if a dancer genuinely doesn't want to be there, we're not able to create an environment that works for them — this only works when someone wants to be part of it.
“Feel the Beat provides an environment where all our kids can participate in the joy of dancing regardless of physical limitations.”
— Megan’s Place LLC Staff Member
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