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Celebrating the Artistry & Technique of Dance

Since 1965

About Cleveland City Dance

Founded in 1965 by Alexis Martin of England, Cleveland City Dance has offered dynamic dance instruction and nurtured generations of dancers for over 50 years.

In 2004, Courtney Laves-Mearini took over CCD and moved our dance school to its current location on 13108 Shaker Square in Cleveland, OH. With a staff of 20 professionally trained dance instructors, we continue to carry on CCD’s legacy as an award-winning dance school offering classes and education for students of all ages.

Dance school  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance

We look forward to dancing with you!

Call 216-295-2222 to Enroll

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Our Director Engages in The Sound of Ideas Interview on Shaker Square’s History and Future

Courtney Laves-Mearini, the director of Cleveland City Dance, recently participated in an enlightening interview on “The Sound of Ideas” show. During the interview, we had the opportunity to share our insights and vision for the future of Shaker Square, emphasizing its significance as a cultural hub. We are excited to be involved in the revitalization efforts led by the new owners and to contribute to a vibrant arts and entertainment scene at Shaker Square through Cleveland City Dance’s programs and performances.

Our Instructors

Our professional teachers combine a wealth of professional, decades-long experience to nurture the passion and talent of our students.

We understand the dedication, talent, and hard work of self-expression through modern and classic dance instruction. We have found that confidence and self-awareness are integral rewards of artistry and technique, and we look forward to sharing these with our current and future students!

Courtney  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Courtney Laves-Mearini, CPR, YPAD
Director
Samantha  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Samantha Basford
Ballet
Bridget  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Bridget Biliunas, YPAD, RAD
Ballet
Bridget  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Gabriela Checo

Teacher

Bridget  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Lori Christman
Ballet
Lauren  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Lauren Dangelo
Contemporary & Jazz
Alison  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Alison Dubsky
Ballet
Allison  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Allison Eastburn, CPR
Preschool & Pre-Ballet
Spencer
Annette Ellis

Jazz Instructor

Meghann in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Meghann Snow Hennen, CPR
Children’s Ballet
April  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
April Hirsh-Urban
Tap
Spencer
Antony Jamison
April  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Michael Keating

Ballet

Sara in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Johanna Kester

Musical Theater Teacher

Sara in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Sara Lawrence-Sucato
Modern & Tap
Ethan in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Ethan Michael Lee
All Boys’ Ballet Instructor
April  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Joanne Hughes Morscher

Ballet

Lori in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Lori Simplican, CPR, YPAD
Front Office Staff, Adult Ballet, Jazz, Tap & Musical Theater
Meghann in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Gwendolyn Seckers
Ballet
Karin  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Tami Small

Musical Theater, Jazz, Tap, Zena Rommett Floor-Barre Technique®️

Jamie  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Kristi Tichenor
Ballet
Karin  in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Karin Tooley

Accompanist

Spencer
Spencer Waldeck
Ballet & Contemporary
Heather in Cleveland, OH ❘ Cleveland City Dance
Heather Koniz Young
Office Manager, Ballet, Jazz, Modern & Yoga
Claire
Claire Zakrajsek
Ballet & Contemporary
Claire
Maeve Dick

Ballet

Notible Alumni From Cleveland City Dance

Maia Atzemis Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Trainee
Adrienne Chan-Harvard University Class 2025 & Harvard Ballet Company
Barbara Craig-currently free-lance dancer and teacher
Abi Besse-Guest teaching
Brier Bracken- Ballet Met Trainee
Grace Bourdrez- The Ohio State University Class 2026
Holly Burke Point Park University Class 2023; Keystone Contemporary Ballet apprentice
Henry Harte- Butler University Class 2026
Lydia Havenar- guest artists in Ohio
Olivia Mian Ballet Met Trainee
Grace Pindel-Washington University St. Louis Class 2026
Luca Sakiewicz- The Ohio State University Class 2026
Sage Smith- The Ohio State University Class 2024
Katerina Steiber- Brynn Mawr College Class 2026
Spencer Waldeck-Dancer with Ballet Tucson
Claire Zakrajsek-Senior at University Cincinnati, College Conservatory of Music; working with Fifth/Third Bank 2024

Begin your dancing journey today. Contact Cleveland City Dance at 216-295-2222 to get started.

Cleveland City Dance

Monday-Thursday:
9:00 AM ‒ 1:00 PM
4:15 PM ‒ 9:00 PM

Friday:
10:00 AM ‒ 1:00 PM
4:30 PM ‒ 7:30 PM

Saturday:
9:00 AM ‒ 2:30 PM
Sunday:
Closed
13108 Shaker Square
Cleveland, OH 44120

Cleveland City Dance is not affiliated with Cleveland Ballet. 

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