About NCDI
NCDI is a non‑recital, non‑competition institute focused on education and exposure to classical ballet and contemporary dance forms for children and adults. More...

NCDI Alumna Emily Nicolau
NCDI Alumnus Grady Bowman performed on Broadway in Wonderland, Billy Elliot, South Pacific, The Pirate Queen, and now appearing in Lost in Vegas with Tony Danza


Photos of the 1st week (June 2001)

 

Steps to Stage Performance Program 
New for 2025-2026!
NCDI is proud to launch "Steps to Stage"! It's ou0r new 40-week program for dancers ages 6-18 that culminates in a year-end performance.

This exciting opportunity is designed to enhance technique, confidence, and stage presence. Preview the new Steps to Stage page for details, and sign up to audition!
 

2025-2026 Dance Year 
NOW ENROLLING
The dance year is 40 weeks of classes from
August 18, 2025 - June 13, 2026

See the 2025-2026 class schedule
and register today!

Kirstie is emailed class recommendations to
2024-2025 students on June 17
 

If you have any questions about class selections, please email Kirstie. General information (policies, attire, etc.) can be found on our student information pages.
 

2025 Summer Camps and Classes 
Classes end August 2

The summer session is 6 weeks with
classes: June 23 - August 2
camps: July 28 - August 1

We are no longer registering for the summer,
but the 2025-2026 dance year is open.
You can still view the 2025 summer class schedule
and summer dance camps
 

Summer 2025 Dates
  » Jun 23: Start of the 6-week summer class session.
  » Jul 28 - Aug 1: summer dance camps.
  » Aug 2: End of the 6-week summer class session.

2025-2026 Dance Year Dates
  » Aug 18: Start of the 40-week 2025-2026 dance year.
  » Sep 1: Labor Day - NCDI closed.
  » Nov 26-30 (Wed-Sun): Thanksgiving - NCDI closed.
  » Dec 22 - Jan 3: Winter Break - NCDI closed.
  » Jan 5, 2026: Classes resume.
  » Mar 30 - Apr 4: Spring Break - NCDI closed.
  » May 19 - June 7: Observation Weeks
  » May 25: Memorial Day - NCDI closed.
  » Jun 14: End of the 40-week 2025-2026 dance year.

North Carolina Dance Institute
Day and evening classes offering ballet, jazz, tap, modern, hip-hop, pointe, creative movement for ages 3 to adult.

For information: e-mail Kirstie or call 919-786-0555

North Carolina Dance Institute
5910-101 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh NC 27612
("NC Dance" in Duraleigh Corners - see map)

We're proud to have students from all around the Triangle Area including Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, Apex, Clayton, Clinton, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, Wake Forest, Wendell, Youngsville, and Zebulon.
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Office Hours
Fall as of Aug 19
Mon: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Tue: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Wed: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Thu: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Fri: Office Closed
Sat: 9:00am-11:45am
Sun: Office Closed
You can always email Kirstie if you have any questions and register online.
 
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