About Us
We believe the arts are for anyone and everyone. We believe arts should be available and accessible. We believe that creative freedom and expression are key. We believe that helping students learn to express themselves artistically and genuinely is just as important, if not more important, as what they learn technically. Joy should be inherent in the arts, not just a byproduct.
Rachel Dart
Owner and Dance Director
Hello everyone! I'm the owner and director of Affinity Illinois Dance Center. I danced professionally for 7 years, and I have been teaching for 10 years now. I trained at Allen Civic Ballet in Texas and was a part of the student company and at Friends University in college. I loved dancing and performing but my heart has always loved to teach. I have always wanted to own a studio for as long as I can remember, and I am so excited to start this journey. Thanks for joining me and please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have!
"Design is a function of connection,
there is nothing more vulnerable than creativity,
and what is art if it's not love."
-Brene Brown
