LBP SCHOOL OF DANCE | RAVENSWOOD MANOR, CHICAGO
Acro Classes in Chicago a program built for progression
One of Chicago's most structured acro curriculums, with four distinct levels carrying dancers from foundational strength through advanced tumbling and partnering. Plus Adult Yoga, right in Ravenswood Manor.
4630 N. Francisco Ave, Chicago IL 60625 | Beginners Welcome | Nonprofit studio since 1954
LBP School of Dance's Acro program is one of the deepest and most structured in Chicago. Instead of a single catch-all acro class, dancers ages 7 and up progress through four distinct levels, Acro 1 through Acro 4, building acrobatic technique, limbering, and tumbling skills, partnering, and balances while developing strength, flexibility, artistry, and athleticism along the way.
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Students gain confidence and control of their bodies at every stage, working toward a genuine integration of dance and acrobatic elements rather than tricks learned in isolation. As a nonprofit studio in Ravenswood Manor, LBP serves families across Lincoln Square, Albany Park, and Andersonville with a program built for dancers who want to go deep, not just dabble.
WHY ACRO AT LBP SCHOOL OF DANCE
A Genuinely Structured Path, Not Just One Acro Class
At LBP School of Dance, Acro is comprised of a full 4 course progression to meet the depth and skill of acro dancers as they grow.
Four Real Levels
Acro 1 through Acro 4 give dancers a clear, structured path to advance along, not a single mixed-level class that plateaus quickly.
Dance-Integrated Acrobatics
Acro skills are trained alongside artistry and musicality, so dancers can use them in performance and choreography, not just as isolated tricks.
Safety-First Progression
Skills build systematically, with strength and body awareness established before more advanced tumbling and partnering work.
Consistent, Dedicated Instruction
All four levels are taught by the same experienced acro instructor, so dancers build a consistent technical foundation as they move up.
CLASSES BY LEVEL
Acro Classes by Level
Not sure where you or your child fits? Contact us and we'll help place you in the right class.
Acro 1
Our entry-level acro class introduces the fundamentals: body awareness, foundational strength and flexibility, and basic tumbling elements like rolls and beginning balances. Dancers build the physical base every later level relies on.
SCHEDULE
Monday 4:00 pm
Acro 2
Acro 2 dancers build on their foundation with more dynamic tumbling elements, cartwheels, bridges, and early balance work, while continuing to develop the strength and control needed to progress safely.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday 4:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 pm
Acro 3
Acro 3 dancers take on more advanced tumbling passes, walkovers, and partnering skills, building the strength and technical control needed for the program's most advanced level.
SCHEDULE
Monday 5:00 pm
Acro 4
LBP's highest acro level, for dancers with real strength and tumbling experience behind them. Advanced acrobatic technique, partnering, and balances come together with performance-ready artistry and control.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday 5:00 pm
WHAT TO WEAR
Acro Dress Code at LBP School of Dance
All students should arrive dressed and ready to move. Hair must be secured off of the face for every class
Clothing: Any color biketard, unitard, or fitted top with leggings or fitted shorts. Avoid jewelry, loose fabric, and shirts that need to be tucked in.
Shoes: Class is done barefoot
CROSS-TRAINING
Yoga for Adults
A weekly Yoga for Adults class rounds out LBP's Stretch & Strength offerings, a great complement to acro and dance training for building strength, flexibility, and calm, and open to any adult in the neighborhood looking for a grounding weekly practice.
SCHEDULE
Saturday 8:30 am