Juline Schmitz Founder, Juline School of Dance

Founded in 1975, Juline • School of Dance has grown into the largest and most professional dance school in the region. Spacious studios with specialized floating floors, a congruous lobby and convenient viewing areas make the School a modern facility able to accommodate a large number of students. Official training school of Central West Ballet, the School has expanded its curriculum to include all levels of Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Tap, Creative Dance for three year olds and Adult Classes in ballet and tap. The School also offers Pilates classes in a private studio with an Allegro Reformer.

With a yearly enrollments that often exceeds 600 students, Juline School of Dance’s trained staff concentrates on individual quality attention. Juline School of Dance has continued its a commitment to bringing the love of dance to all children. The staff includes fully accredited teachers, teachers with Master’s Degrees, teachers on faculty at Modesto Junior College and California State University, Stanislaus, as well as internationally known Guest Master Teachers.

Debbie Bertucci Director, Juline School of Dance

Juline • School of Dance is continuously adding to its repertoire of classes offered to our communities. The School also gives its annual Recital in June at the Mancini Bowl, Graceada Park. The Recital is a widely popular event and presents all the levels of the School, giving the children valuable stage experience. Through more than thirty years of Recitals, audiences have come to delight in viewing such Juline School of Dance classics as Quack Quack Quack, Apple Tree, Tea Party, Twinkle Twinkle, and Garland Dance. In July, the School is home to the Central California Summer Dance Conservatory (CCSDC), a six week intensive program.

Juline School of Dance is an exceptional legacy built from the determination, dreams and hard work of its creator, Juline Schmitz. It is indeed wonderful that during her life, Juline Schmitz was able to see her accomplishments realized by the dedication and love from all who shared her vision. From this legacy, Juline • School of Dance is looking towards many more anniversaries and celebrations.