Step It Up Performing Arts Academy is a family-run, non-competitive performing arts school on East Dartmouth Avenue in Aurora, established in 1996, teaching ballet, hip-hop, jazz, tap, musical theatre and gymnastics to students of all ages and levels. Its schedule is mostly evening and some weekend classes, with summer camps offered alongside. Camp ages, session lengths and daily hours are not published.
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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 Step It Up Performing Arts Academy directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★Darya JaredMs Angel is great with kids and my daughter has learned so much! Looking forward to their recital in June!
★★Tricia SchumacherVery reasonably priced. The instructors are great, but there is a high turnover, which is sad for the students and frustrating for the parents. Miss Gigi does not provide clear, consistent guidelines. There is not clear outlines of class assignments; sometimes based on skill, sometimes based on age; other than pre-pointe/pointe, not sure why anything should be based on age. Also, be careful as Step It Up does not offer all types of dance. Nothing in the contract says you cannot dance elsewhere to achieve this; however, Miss Gigi may state otherwise.
★★★★★Tara RoseWe love the owner- Ms. Giselle. She has been the best instructor for my 5 year old daughter and my daughter loves ballet and will love full day summer camp. 💗💗💗🙌🏽👌🏽
★★★★★Eliza MirabileMy kids are here three nights a week for ballet, tap, and gymnastics, and we’ve had such a great experience. Every instructor is so kind, patient, and friendly, and my kids have grown so much in both skill and confidence. It’s been really special to watch. We love Ms. Gigi and the whole staff. I highly recommend this studio!
★★★★★Ian LenthartMy fiancée and I came to Giselle with a unique and challenging request - learn a tango dance for our wedding. Despite having only a month to work with, and us having no prior dance experience, she made it happen! We were really pleased with the result, and our guests were blown away. Giselle choreographed a dance from a song we sent her, was very patient with us throughout the process, made it clear that practicing outside of class would be essential, and gave us so much encouragement and enthusiasm. Would absolutely recommend if you are hoping to learn a specific dance, or just get some help with dancing in general.