Enrollment for Fall Begins June 1st!

This program is highly selective and intentionally limited to a small number of students. By keeping class sizes small and expectations high we ensure that each dancer receives focused attention.

Beginners up to age 14 are welcome, and in fact encouraged to apply.

Real Ballet Training. No Gimmicks.

If you’re searching for real classical dance instruction from a real professional dancer—you’re in the right place.

About Miss Aubrey

Miss Aubrey is offering a once in a lifetime opportunity in Rockford: access to a world-class education in ballet—something most dancers never experience.

Aubrey has the rare kind of talent that only comes from decades of discipline, sacrifice, and lived experience on global stages. And now she’s sharing that wisdom with the next generation. And not just the talent to dance, but the even greater talent of teaching and guiding young people.

A Focused Learning Environment

Classes are structured, quiet, and intentional. Ill-behaved children or parents are not allowed here. Students are expected to arrive prepared, focused, and ready to work.

Classical Technique and Injury Prevention First—Always

Every movement taught has a purpose. No shortcuts, no “filler choreography,” no flashy tricks, and no risking student safety.

Authentic Ballet Training Rooted in Excellence—Not Image

If you’re looking for instant results, shiny costumes, or a commercial studio with rows of trophies, this isn’t the place for you.This is a program for families who value quality over appearance.

Legacy-level training. Quietly powerful. Intentionally private.

Led by a professional ballerina who has performed around the world, this is not a “competition studio” or a recital-based program. This is legacy-level training for those who are ready to commit to the journey and reap the many rewards of real dance training.

Royal Behavior

Ballet has a longstanding tradition tied closely with royalty and dignitaries. In fact there is no country in the world where ballet is not practiced. As part of traditional training and understanding of ballerinas standing in global society, students will be taught traditional etiquette and practices of standard royal practices and customs as well as etiquette and behavior befitting a ballet dancer. this used to be standard part of ballet training throughout the country, but now is only practiced in cities where dancers and students are likely to be interacting with such individuals.

Serious Dance Training and Serious Fun!

Real dance training is often the farthest thing from fun. And a lot of the old school methods that are still used today are why many parents don’t want their children in dance. Miss Aubrey’s classes are unique not only because they are medically based, but because the classes are so welcoming and fun. This is not a high pressure environment.

This program is a great fit for dancers who: are respectful and kind to themselves and others, able to work hard, and eager to learn.

But My Child Doesn’t Want to Become a Ballerina

Good! Miss Aubrey believes your child is entitled to that same level of ability even if they don’t want dance as a career. In fact she doesn’t recommend dance as a career track and insists that students take her classes only for fun and physical or mental benefit; if you can get a career from it that’s great, but that is not the goal.

Unlike competition-based studios that prioritize tricks, trophies, and fast choreography, this program prioritizes technique, artistry, and longevity with intentional training in injury prevention.

Competition training often skips the foundational work dancers truly need, leaving them both injured and unprepared for the demands of real dance. Sadly, many young dancers and their irate parents find out too late that they were never actually taught how to dance properly.

These classes are by invitation only, after a private evaluation. Contact Empowering Minds to schedule an evaluation session. No prior dance experience is required for this program.

To schedule an evaluation call (815)324-4776.

What People Are Saying

“The first thing I noticed is that the children genuinely like each other. There is no jealousy or competitive spirit between them. Because a competitive atmosphere is not encouraged here. The students at other schools will smile for the camera, but they are not friends. This really is a no pressure no comparison no competition environment.”

-Mary S., Parent of a former Chicago dancer

“We’ve tried other dance schools, but nothing compares to the way Aubrey connects with kids. She’s a brilliant young woman, but the girls all believe she is the same as their friends. She’s just another friend in the room. I’ve already seen it-when there’s trouble on the horizon, your daughter won’t listen to you or even go to you first,she’ll go to her friends. What a gift for parents that Aubrey is included in that friend circle! And her advice and opinion is respected and listened to. Unlike Mom’s. 🙄

-Melissa G., mom of a 16 year-old

“I can’t put into words how grateful we are. My child came from another studio where she felt lost in the crowd. Here, she’s not just improving technically—she’s genuinely happier. Aubrey has a gift for making kids feel powerful and capable and loved.”

— Ava P., parent of a 12 year-old with prior training

“We saw more growth in three weeks than we did in three years at our old studio. My daughter was ignored there. It’s not just the technique—it’s the connection. She feels like she matters here, and for a parent, that’s priceless.”

— David L., dad of an 11-year-old dancer