AOD prides ourselves on creating an exciting & fun environment for our students while teaching the t
Academy of Dance has been open under the direction and ownership of Jacquie Franz since 2001. In the spring of 2008, Academy of Dance moved to its current location, offering classes for two year olds and up. We pride ourselves on creating an exciting and fun environment for our students and their family while teaching the technique and fundamentals required to excel in all varieties of dance. We o
09/07/2026
Good morning AOD families! Reminder that our studio is closed today in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone has a safe day off to spend with family and friends. Our class schedule will resume as normal tomorrow, Tuesday, 9/8/26.
What an amazing time we had at the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Central Bark Jacksonville Bark in the Park night Wednesday! Thank you for having us. We had a blast participating in the mascot dance off with Southpaw, Barkley and Scampi. Can you guess which mascot was our Academy of Dance Thespians and Academy of Dance Competition Team student Caroline? We can’t wait to do it again! 🐕🐾
08/24/2026
WELCOME BACK, AOD FAMILIES!
Our 2026–2027 season officially kicks off TODAY! We can’t wait to be back on the dance floor with our returning dancers and welcome all of our new AOD family members!
Registration is still available online and in person, with a $30 registration fee due.
All class information, dress code requirements, studio news, and more can be found on our website. Be sure to check out the updated dress code, as several classes have new shoe requirements!
Questions? We’re here to help! Reach out by phone, email, or stop by during normal lobby hours.
🌐 www.academyofdancejax.com
📧 [email protected]
📞 904-880-2275
Let’s make Season 26 our BEST yet! We can’t wait to dance with you!
08/19/2026
OPEN HOUSE IS TODAY 8/19 & TOMORROW 8/20!!
Come visit us at Academy Of Dance today and tomorrow from 3–6 PM!
📍 12276 San Jose Boulevard, Suite 613
Jacksonville, FL 32223
Stop by to:
Meet our teachers & staff
Ask questions about classes and programs - we now have day time class options and an AMAZING Musical Theatre program!
Register for the 2026–2027 season — $25 registration fee
Shop & order our NEW AOD merch
Tour the studio and see what AOD is all about!
Whether you’re a returning AOD family or brand new to our studio, we’d love to see you! Come hang out, get your questions answered, and get ready for an amazing season!
TODAY & TOMORROW | 3–6 PM
We can’t wait to see you!
08/17/2026
✨ OPEN HOUSE WEEK IS HERE! ✨
We’re just ONE week away from getting back on the dance floor!
Join us THIS Wednesday 8/19 & Thursday 8/20 | 3–6 PM at the AOD Studio!
💗 Meet our teachers
💗 Tour the studio & ask questions
💗 Register in person
💗 Learn about our two daytime class options
Get the scoop on our Musical Theater program + find out what show our students will perform this year! 🎭
READY FOR SOME NEW AOD MERCH?!
Be the first to get your hands on this year’s new AOD gear! Stop by our merch table to see what we’re offering, place your orders, and snag some last-chance items before they’re gone!
Check out the slides for everything we’re offering!
CLASSES START MONDAY, 8/24! We can’t wait to welcome our new & returning dancers!
Schedule + registration information :
www.academyofdancejax.com
Come see us this week! We can’t wait to dance with you! 🩷🖤
08/01/2026
THANK YOU!
A huge thank you to everyone who registered for our 2026–2027 dance season during our Early Bird Registration event! We are so excited to welcome both new and returning dancers and can’t wait to dance with you this fall!
Missed Early Bird Registration? Don’t worry! You’ll have more opportunities to join the AOD family later this month.
📅 Annual Open House
August 19 & August 20
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Come:
✨ Meet our amazing staff
✨ Tour the studio
✨ Ask questions
✨ Register in person
$25 registration fee due at registration.
📍 Academy of Dance
12276 San Jose Blvd., Suite 613
Jacksonville, FL 32223
First Day of Fall Classes – August 24, 2026
Online and in-person registration will reopen on the first day of classes.
$30 registration fee due beginning August 24.
Questions? Our studio is closed for the summer, so please email us and we’ll be happy to help. You can also view our class schedule anytime on our website.
We can’t wait to kick off another incredible season with all of you! www.academyofdancejax.com [email protected]
07/31/2026
Get those registrations in before 5pm TODAY! Our Early Bird registration closes today for our 26/27 classes. Visit our website and follow the link to sign up. We will share registration opportunities for the fall tomorrow. Classes are filling up fast! And don’t forget we have two daytime class opportunities this year, perfect for homeschooling families and those with flexible daytime schedules. These classes will also perform in our annual recital. www.acadmeyofdancejax.com [email protected]