WHY ON POINTE ARTS?
We are a dance studio located in North Canton that offers dance classes to kids from 18 Mo. to 18 Yrs.
Here at On Pointe Arts we foster an environment where students can grow, thrive, and express their love for dance! We believe that life lessons are learned at the studio and that dance is an important part of a child’s full educational experience. At our studio we provide quality education through a team of professional adult coaches who are committed to inspire, train, and develop students of all ages and abilities. During unprecedented times, here at On Pointe Arts we have kept our dancers' health and safety a top priority, while still being able to provide top-notch dance instruction and training.
Our dancers have won multiple national dance company scholarships, received invitations to audition for dance companies and television, as well as won many Excellence in Choreography, Excellence in Technique, and Excellence in Emotion awards. Each season we are proud to have dancers winning Title Competitions and receiving many special awards for their performances! We are so incredibly proud of our dance family and are always ready and willing to give our dancers exactly what they need - whether it is learning a new skill and meeting new friends, or a competitive level of performance training - we really do have it all!
Stop into the studio to meet our team of fantastic coaches, see our facilities, and learn more about getting your dancer enrolled for an amazing season of dance!
OUR COACHES
Behind every dancer who believes in themselves, is a teacher who believed in them first.
Ms. Lauren
Lauren has been teaching dance to students of all ages for over a decade. She also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in the Arts in Dance from the University of Akron. As the owner, Lauren Directs and coaches the On Pointe Dance Company as well as being our Head Ballet Instructor. Lauren’s Choreography has won numerous awards such as “Best Choreography”, “Best Studio Sportsmanship”, “Judge’s Choice” and many special and high score awards. Lauren also continues her education in the field of dance by attending nationally recognized workshops and online courses led by top choreographers and dance instructors. Her love for dance and passion for teaching is what makes On Pointe Arts a place where everyone no matter what age or ability has a chance to dance. Lauren is our head director of operations at the studio! Lauren directs our Annual Winter Production and Stage Manages our Spring Recital each year - helping our shows be as flawless & crowd-pleasing as possible! Lauren is a proud member of DanceStudioOwner.com and the National Dance Education Organization.
Ms. Abi
Abi joined the On Pointe family in the Summer of 2017. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Theater from Baldwin Wallace with a focus on directing. Abi spent many years involved in theater productions including shows such as “Saturday Night Fever” and "Love Story" at Cleveland's Playhouse Square and "Chorus Line" and "Follies" at Baldwin Wallace. Abi continues to educate herself by attending dance workshop conferences. She is the director of first impressions at the studio, and loves getting to work with new students to find their perfect class, as well as building and loving on the bonds we have formed with our students of many years! Abi is also the head of our Elemetary (Petite) Program, teachers multiple classes in out Technical Program, as well as bring the head of our Acro department. Abi is the head coach for the Tiny On Pointe Stars and additionally coaches for our On Pointe Dance Company. Abi brings her theater expertise to the dance studio as the Artistic Director for our Winter Production & Spring Recital.
Ms Rley
Hi! I’m Ms. Riley. I am one of the dance teachers at On Pointe Arts, where I have worked to inspire students for the past two seasons. My dance journey began at the age of five, igniting a lifelong love for movement and expression. Over the years, I have developed a deep appreciation for various dance styles.
My teaching philosophy focuses on fostering creativity and confidence in my students, regardless of their age or skill level. I believe that dance is not just about technique, but also about personal expression, joy, and building life long skills. Through my lessons, I try to encourage my students to explore their individuality while mastering the art of dance.
With my experience and dedication, I try to continue to make a positive impact on the lives of my students, nurturing the next generation of dancers to be the best versions of themselves!
Mr. A
Mr. Angelo joined the On Pointe team in the summer of 2024. He was Canton Ballet’s Director of Repertoire from 1991 to 2023 and a faculty member from1987 to 2023. He has taught at a number of dance festivals within the United States, including Regional Dance America/Pacific and Northeast as well as the Delaware Dance Festival. His works have often been
chosen for Gala and Festival performances at Regional Dance America/Northeast Festivals, two of which have received the RDA Craft of Choreography Project Tier Award. He also won the E. Virginia Williams scholarship and Most Promising Choreographer award presented by Regional Dance America. Mr. Angelo has also attended choreographic conferences in Salt Lake City, Seattle, Los Angeles,
Oswego/NewYork, Housten.
His choreographic versatility has provided commissioned works in classical ballet, modern, musical theatre, opera, trade shows and flag corps. Angelo has choreographed five original full-length ballets along with over 60 short works and 25 musical theatre productions. His works have been seen throughout the northeastern United States, Canada and in Europe. In addition to works performed by Canton Ballet, his works have been seen on Ohio Dance Theater, the former Cleveland Ballet Dancing Wheels, Ohio
Light Opera, Canton Players Guild, Canton Symphony Orchestra, Kent State University/Stark Theater, Canton Civic Opera, Fort Wayne (Indiana) Dance Collective, College of Wooster, Eastern Michigan University, Ashland Regional Ballet, New Castle Regional Ballet, The Northeastern Ohio Dance Ensemble and Vineland Regional Dance Company.
Angelo has stage managed for Canton Ballet, Verb Ballet, and a number of Northeast Regional Dance America Festivals. He has also served 22 ballet companies throughout the pacific coast as adjudicator for the Regional Dance America/Pacific Regional 50th Anniversary Festival in Sacramento, California.
Miss Chelsey
Hi, I’m Chelsey! I am a mom of 3 girls; Raegan, Ada Grace, and Eleanor, and love all things Acro and tumbling! I have a degree in Exercise Science and Physiology from Kent State University and while my background is heavily in competitive cheer, I am thrilled to have been given the opportunity to bring my knowledge and coaching to the dance floor! As an instructor, I find great joy in helping students make and reach their goals! Nothing is impossible with the right mindset! See you on the dance floor!
Miss Britney
Britney is new to On Pointe but has been teaching dance since 2016. She spent her high school years participating in dance, theatre, choir, and show choir before going to Malone University where she studied Creative Writing and Music. Her favorite style is hip hop, but she is also excited to be teaching jazz and musical theatre as well. One of her favorite things about teaching is seeing her students' love for dance grow along with their confidence in themselves.
Miss Alaina
Hello! My name is Alaina Barkheimer. I have been dancing since I was 6 from doing hip hop to ballet, tap, contemporary and jazz! I have always wanted to teach my passion and love for dance. I am looking forward to teaching your loved ones!
Miss Erin
Hello, I'm Miss Erin I am attending the University of Akron to study Psychology! I have been a teacher and assistant at On Pointe Arts since I was 15 and I danced there for 9 years. I love teaching dance and watching my dancers grow!
Miss Caitlin
Miss Caitlin is combining her love of dance and her background in Early Childhood Education and is thrilled to begin her first season at On Pointe. She began dance at 3 years old and continued until she graduated high school. Miss Caitlin attended Miller South School for Visual and Performing Arts and performed in multiple school productions. She was a Senior Apprentice at the Northeast Ohio Dance Ensemble where she played many different roles in the Nutcracker, her favorite ballet. She danced competitively for many years in tap, lyrical, and jazz. She was also in the cast of multiple community theatre shows. Her favorite dance memory is the Summer Intensive with the Radio City Rockettes and performing on the big stage at Radio City.
Miss Ella
Miss Ella has been dancing at On Pointe for 8 years and has been assisting in classes as a part of our Teacher Training Program for 6 of those years. She is also a 6-year member of our On Pointe Dance Company! Ella loves teaching Mini Tumbling and Petite Acro - a style that she herself shines at! We are beyond honored to have Ella on our team at On Pointe!
General Information
Our studio runs off a school year session, and usually a bonus summer session!
Finishing out our season in June, students participate in our performances to show off what they have been working on during their classes.
Our tuition is based upon the number of classes for the entire semester and then split up into the number of months in the semester so your price will not change for the weeks we do not have class. Payments are due on the 15th of the month, we accept cash, check, bank draft & credit cards. A registration fee & first month's payment is due at the time of class registration. We offer payment options such as monthly, by the semester & yearly (only available in the fall). Discounts are available, see studio for details.