Dianna Durkin Dance Studio
DDDS – Building the Skills to Dance & the Confidence for Life
Located in Akron/Green Ohio since 1960
Our mission is to provide an excellent dance education from highly qualified instructors who teach with enthusiasm, are motivating, encouraging, and lead by example in a nurturing, safe, and fun environment.
We strive to inspire dancers of all ages, at every skill level, to achieve their fullest potential and grow strong in body, mind and spirit.
It is our goal to be a positive influence in the dance & local communities by setting high standards in Integrity, Leadership, Character, Responsibility & Professionalism for our entire dance family.
Dance Better. Live Better.
Member Dance Masters of Ohio
Member Dance Masters of America
Member National Dance Education Organization
Member Youth Protection Advocated in Dance
Member Green Chamber of Commerce
Winner of Beacon's Best Dance Studio 2020
A video of our dance rooms and social distancing procedures.
Please have your child stay home from class if they are not feeling well.
Studio Bulletin board
Updated: January 5th, 2021
New Classes
Class is designed for an Adult & Toddler to take together
Creative movement, games, songs & fun!
Build the bond between you & your little one
Make new friends!
Taught by Ms. Heather Muzic
4 week session begins March 9th
Tuesdays 2:30-3:00 pm
$40 per session
email us for more info & to register
T. L. C.
Turns, Leaps & Conditioning Class
This is an OPEN class available to ALL area dancers.
Attend as many classes as you like.
Become a stronger dancer!
This is an opportunity to build on the skills that are covered in your regular weekly classes.
Gain strength and technique. Plus, learn some exciting dance turns & leaps!
When: 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month through May. 12:30-1:30pm
Cost: $15 per class. Payable at the door
Begins: February 13th
Co-taught by Ms. Lexi Hartung & Mr. Matthew Venus
Email us for information
Adult Tap/Fit Class
We have the shoes straps for you to place over your tennis shoes!
Our Tap/Fit class is so much fun!
You don't even realize you are working out!
No previous dance experience is necessary
6 week session
Taught by Tracy Pedani
Begins: Thursdays, January 21st
Time: 6:45-7:45
Cost: $60
Email us for info & to register
We are so honored to be voted
Beacon's Best Dance Studio of 2020!
Hey current/past DDDS students, parents, teachers or friends! Join our private DDDS Family Group page on Facebook!
We are having fun staying in contact with each other!
Here's the link to join.
DDDS Social Feed
@D_D_D_S Instagram Feed.
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Our 60th Annual Recital
will be held at the
Canton Palace Theater
June 6th, 2021
Studio Hours
September - May
Mon - Thurs: 4:30 - 8:30pm
Fri: Closed
Sat: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Sun: Closed
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Contact Us
767 East Turkeyfoot Lake Road, Akron, OH 44319, USA
Located in Lower Level of The Clark Plaza