Long-running dance academy in McAllen (40+ years) offering summer dance camps and summer ballet and contemporary intensives taught by visiting guest artists. Year-round training covers pre-ballet, ballet (Vaganova technique), pointe, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary from roughly age 3 up. The summer intensive runs a multi-week session ending in a performance at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Deborah Case Dance Academy directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Lynette MartinezI took my daughter for her first class today and was immediately impressed. This is a highly organized dance academy with kind and caring instructors. Jim was very informative and thorough with all the information for my daughter’s class. I got to see my daughter in the class and I loved how the instructor introduced her to the class and welcomed her. I also liked that even though the class was made up of 4/5 year olds, they were teaching them proper terms and poses. It was nice seeing that my daughter will actually be learning from this class from a professional. The class also had additional helpers who were very friendly and helpful to the children who needed extra help. They helped as if they truly cared and not as if was an extra chore. They even went as far as teaching them how to put on/take off their ballet shoes! Which goes beyond teaching them dance, by teaching them self responsibility. The facility was also clean and organized. I got to meet Deborah Case as well before I left and I appreciated that she shook my hand and introduced herself. After this first experience, I immediately registered my daughter. I’m very excited for her to be joining this dance academy! Thank you all for such a wonderful first experience!
★★★★★Sandra SalinasLife changing!!! Words cannot even begin to describe how much Mrs. Sarah, Mrs Deborah, and Mr. Jimmy have gone above and beyond to make us feel at home. My soon to be 6 yr old little boy has began ballet classesand is ecstatic to attend every class. With his autism and adhd diagnosis we had been through so much rejection and so much set back from jujitsu, swimming, basketball all private pay and no one willing to give him a chance. Until Mrs. Sarah approched my bby a year ago introduced herself to him; even though he was nonverbal at the time she was so amazing to him treating him with dignity and respect. She allowed him to visit her class and participate. It's unbelievable to truly see what kids on or off the spectrum, diagnosis no diagnosis, can accomplish with the right support and willingness of adults. I will forever be thankful for this opportunity for the love and warmed welcomed we feel every day we arrive to class. I feel so hopeful for my boys future that we will continue to find a community for him just like Deborah's case dance academy. I look forward to so many years ahead of us together.
★★★★★Gina CohenTeachers and staff very sweet, knowledgeable and efficient. My child enjoyed her time here. the price is comparable to other studios and the quality is superior to some others. The drop off format is good for them to concentrate and they offer a week for parents to observe.
★★★★★Victor PaniaguaMy 5year old enjoys it very much! I love the principles they teach kids of all ages. Deborah, Jimmy and staff is friendly and caring. They have some activities where they integrate parents which is very thoughtful. Highly recommended!
★★★★★Bianca HernandezOur family has enjoyed the experience of taking our little one in for dance class this summer. She has grown more confident. It keeps her active. All the dance teachers are so sweet with our little. Miss Deborah runs an exceptional ballet and dance program.