Time to Dance

✨ For Joy. For Health. For Life.
🏆 2025 HP Arts Award Recipient
🩰 Dance Education for Ages 50+ Lynne Chervony Belsky, M.D.

Many dancers instinctively know how important it is to get back to class after an injury or illness. and Lisa Gold—who are cousins and breast cancer survivors—found that conventional dance classes were difficult during early recovery. A dear friend and mentor had always taught Lynne and Lisa to “Dance for Joy”—her personal motto. Lisa and Lynne found that they had similar shared desires to create

and teach dance classes that go beyond just the steps. This inspired them to create a dance class just for cancer survivors where they could feel the comfort and compassion of being with others while enjoying the freedom and therapeutic aspects of dance. The goal of these classes is for all participants to enjoy learning an art form known to improve many aspects of life while experiencing a non-judgmental atmosphere. Whether novice or experienced, dancers will optimize their quality of life with improved balance, flexibility, posture and strength. All classes take place in a dance studio with uplifting music. The pace becomes gradually challenging for participants as their bodies respond and recover. Dance For Joy classes are for cancer patients. These classes focus on each individual with the goal of healing body, mind and spirit. Time To Dance classes are for ages 50 and up. Participants will embrace freedom of movement while experiencing the health benefits of dance. Classes are being held at North Shore School of Dance. The first class attended is free and drop-ins are welcome (registration required).

07/10/2026

Our studio was co-founded by a dance educator and a physician and a former Joffrey ballerina with one specific goal: to create a welcoming dance space exclusively for people over 50. 🩰✨

Our classes are built from the ground up to focus on things that matter as we get older, like physical balance and the memory practice that comes with learning choreography. It’s a fun space where you can study real dance technique alongside a welcoming community of people.

👉 How to sign up:

Head to time-to-dance.org and pick a class on our schedule to claim your first class free!

No strict dress codes or previous experience needed. Just show up and move!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th! Happy 250th! Celebrating freedom's spirit through dance, inspired by the joy of movement in the Highland Park Parade, where passion beats age.

07/03/2026

Everything you need for the perfect dance day! 🩰✨

Let's be honest, you can pack the water bottle and the comfy clothes, but the best parts of a Time to Dance class are already waiting for you in the studio. We supply the good vibes, the music, and the most supportive community of dancers you'll ever meet! 💜

🗓️ Visit time-to-dance.org to find your next class!

07/02/2026

If you’ve ever been curious about ballet but worried it might be too difficult, this is your sign to step up to the barre! 🩰

Our adult ballet classes focus on the joy of movement, not perfection. It’s a wonderful way to build your balance, strengthen your body, and clear your mind alongside a supportive community that cheers you on at every step. No experience? No problem.

✨ Take the first step! Visit time-to-dance.org to see the schedule and join our next class!

06/29/2026

What a fun Sunday at our Free Day of Dance! ✨🩰

Our studio was buzzing with so much energy today! From Tap and Modern to Salsarobics, Broadway Jazz, and Ballet, it was incredible to see our community coming together to have fun through movement and celebrate the power of dance.

A massive thank you to everyone who joined us to try something new, and to our amazing instructors for keeping the energy so high! We loved wrapping up the afternoon sharing some treats and great conversations with you all 💜

If you missed out on the fun today or want to keep moving with us, visit time-to-dance.org to view our full weekly class schedule. We’d love to welcome you into the studio!

06/24/2026

Thank you, Carol Walker! 🩰✨

The smiles in these photos say it all! This month, Carol came back to the studio to work directly with our Time to Dance community.

As a cherished member of our Board of Directors, Carol continues to inspire us and shape our mission every single day.

Thank you, Carol, for sharing your incredible wisdom, energy, and heart with us this month! 💜

06/22/2026

Join us! A fun opportunity to try out different dance and exercise styles! And its FREE! Sign up today!

Ready to move and try something new? 💜 Time to Dance is hosting a completely FREE Day of Dance for adults age 50+!

Come try introductory classes in:

✨ Ballet
✨ Jazz
✨ Salsarobics ...and more!

📅 Sunday, June 28
⏰ 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Check-in at 10:00 AM)
📍 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park
♿ Handicap-accessible

🎟 Admission is FREE, but spots fill up fast!

👉 Click here to reserve your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/3ssx2bb8

06/16/2026

We are thrilled to be featured in The Record North Shore 📰✨

From restoring flexibility to building a supportive community, our dancers prove every single day that passion and movement have no age limit. As our co-founder Lisa Gold says, “movement is the fountain of youth.”

Read how our students are defying expectations, and see how dance is enriching health, balance, and connection right here in Highland Park.

Want to experience the magic for yourself? Join us for our upcoming Free Day of Dance on Sunday, June 28!

A 70-year-old regains the flexibility she had as a child. A tap instructor in her mid-90s no longer needs a walker. Stories like these have become part of everyday life at Time to Dance, an inclusive studio serving the 50-plus community in Highland Park. Through movement, music and connection, stude...

06/15/2026

We had the absolute best time at Arts on Sheridan yesterday! ☀️🎨

Our dancers loved performing, but the highlight of the weekend was getting everyone on their feet to learn a dance together. There is nothing like the joy of movement bringing our Highland Park community together! 💜💃

A big thank you to Amdur Productions for helping make our performance possible!

✨🎟️ Ready to keep dancing? Join us on June 28th for our Free Day of Dance! Visit our events page at time-to-dance.org for more info.

Address

North Shore School Of Dance 505 Laurel Avenue
Highland Park, IL
60035

Telephone

+18475127176

Website

https://time-to-dance.org/

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