Joy in Motion

Joy in Motion Nurturing confidence, creativity, and joy through the beauty of movement. Dance studio • Family tips • Inspiration

Owner: Lorra C. Van Deventer

☀️🌊 What a wonderful three days! 🌊☀️Our Summer Beach Dance Camp was filled with laughter, movement, creativity, friendsh...
06/19/2026

☀️🌊 What a wonderful three days! 🌊☀️

Our Summer Beach Dance Camp was filled with laughter, movement, creativity, friendship, and so many sweet memories.

From beach-themed games and crafts to learning new moves and expressing themselves through dance, these campers brought so much joy and energy each day.
Thank you to all of our amazing dancers and families for spending part of your summer with us. Watching these kids build confidence, make new friends, and simply enjoy being kids is one of the greatest joys of what we do.

We loved every minute of our beach adventure together! 🏖️💙

✨ Next up: Alice’s Wonder Dance Camp Adventure! 🐇🎩🌹 July 7–9. Follow the rabbit hole and join us for three days of imagination, movement, creativity, and fun. We’d love to have you join us for this whimsical summer adventure! 💙✨

✨ Join Joy in Motion at the Marengo Makers Market! ✨🗓 Friday, June 26⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM📍 Calvin Spencer Park: 351 Hale St. M...
06/18/2026

✨ Join Joy in Motion at the Marengo Makers Market! ✨

🗓 Friday, June 26
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Calvin Spencer Park: 351 Hale St. Marengo, IL

Come shop local, discover creative vendors, and stop by for a family-friendly dance party with Joy in Motion! 💕🎶

We’ll be dancing, moving, and making memories right alongside the market festivities. Whether your child loves to twirl, jump, groove, or simply have fun, we’d love for you to join us!

Come for the market, stay for the dancing! 🌟

🌙🎤 Whether You’re a Rumi, Mira, Zoey, or One of the Saja Boys… 🎤🌙The Honmoon needs YOU! Gather your friends, bring your ...
06/18/2026

🌙🎤 Whether You’re a Rumi, Mira, Zoey, or One of the Saja Boys… 🎤🌙

The Honmoon needs YOU! Gather your friends, bring your energy, and step into a K-pop inspired dance adventure full of music, lights, and hero moves.

Create your own songs, master epic dance moves, and show the world what it means to be a true hero. It’s not just a party, it’s a mission turn the Honmoon GOLD while having the most fun ever!

🗓 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Pizza will be served to keep our energy strong)
🎂 Ages 6–10
💲 $40 per child
📍 110 N. State Street, Suite C, Marengo, Illinois

⭐ ONLY 4 SPOTS REMAIN!
After registering, be sure to complete the liability waiver. A tuition invoice will be sent to finalize enrollment. Once completed, your dancer will be all set for a “Golden” night of excitement and fun!

💬 Confidence Quote Wednesday Confidence isn’t walking into a room thinking you’re better than everyone; it’s walking in ...
06/17/2026

💬 Confidence Quote Wednesday

Confidence isn’t walking into a room thinking you’re better than everyone; it’s walking in knowing you don’t have to prove anything.

06/17/2026

🎉 FREE Trial Classes at Joy in Motion! 🎉

Come check out Joy in Motion and see what we’re all about!

🕺 Hip-Hop — June 22
🎭 Broadway Jazz — June 29
👧 Ages 8 & Up
⏰ 5:15–6:05 PM
Come for one class or try both!

📍 110 N. State Street, Suite C., Marengo, IL

Registration is required. Click the Sign Up button to reserve your spot, or email us at [email protected] with any questions.

✨🤸‍♀️ ONE WEEK TO GO! ✨Ready to leap, stretch, roll, and dance into summer fun?Our Jazz Stretch & Tumble class is the pe...
06/16/2026

✨🤸‍♀️ ONE WEEK TO GO! ✨

Ready to leap, stretch, roll, and dance into summer fun?

Our Jazz Stretch & Tumble class is the perfect combination of dance, flexibility, and beginner tumbling skills!

🌟 Learn beginner jazz skills like kicks, turns, and leaps
🌟 Improve flexibility and body awareness
🌟 Practice basic tumbling skills and coordination
🌟 Build confidence while having fun and staying active

📅 June 23, June 30 & July 7
⏰ 5:00–5:50 PM
👧 Ages 3–7
📍 110 N State Street, Suite C, Marengo, IL
💲 $52

Whether your child is brand new to dance or already loves to move, this class is a great way to keep skills growing all summer long!

📝Sign up using the Sign Up button on Facebook or the link in our Instagram bio.

🔬 Dance Lab TuesdayEver wonder why ballet dancers wear leotards and tights?It’s not just tradition—it’s an important par...
06/16/2026

🔬 Dance Lab Tuesday

Ever wonder why ballet dancers wear leotards and tights?

It’s not just tradition—it’s an important part of training! Form-fitting dancewear allows teachers to clearly see key elements such as hip alignment, posture, turnout, and overall body placement. With a clear view of a dancer’s alignment, instructors can provide more accurate corrections and guidance, helping students develop strong, healthy technique from the very beginning.

While ballet attire has evolved throughout history and styles have changed over time, the purpose remains the same: to support proper movement, encourage good habits, and help dancers grow with confidence, strength, and grace. ✨

🧸✨ STUFFY'S BIG DANCE ADVENTURE ✨🧸Whether it’s a teddy bear, unicorn, puppy, or dinosaur, your favorite stuffy is invite...
06/15/2026

🧸✨ STUFFY'S BIG DANCE ADVENTURE ✨🧸

Whether it’s a teddy bear, unicorn, puppy, or dinosaur, your favorite stuffy is invited to join the fun! Join us for three weeks of dancing, movement, music, and smiles.

📅 June 27, July 11 & July 18
⏰ 10:30 AM–11:20 AM
🎂 Ages:3-7
💲 $52
📍 110 N. State St. Suite C., Marengo, IL

During this playful 3-week series, dancers will enjoy creative movement, themed activities, dance games, and plenty of time to share the fun with their favorite cuddly friend!

✅ Registration:
Click the sign-up button at the top of our page or find the registration link in our bio.
📧 Questions or need help registering?
[email protected]

We can't wait to wiggle, twirl, laugh, and dance with you and your favorite stuffy! 🧸

💙🧡 BLUEY DANCE PARTY! 🧡💙Wackadoo! It’s time for a Bluey adventure filled with dancing, games, imagination, and FUN!Join ...
06/15/2026

💙🧡 BLUEY DANCE PARTY! 🧡💙

Wackadoo! It’s time for a Bluey adventure filled with dancing, games, imagination, and FUN!

Join us as we bring the playful world of Bluey to life with movement activities, music, themed games, and plenty of opportunities to laugh, play, and make new friends.

🎉 Ages 3–7
📅 June 25
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 110 N State Street, Suite C, Marengo, IL
💲 $30

🐾 Dance like Bluey
🐾 Play fun games
🐾 Use your imagination
🐾 Make new friends
🐾 Enjoy a morning full of movement and smiles!

This is the perfect summer activity for little Bluey fans who love to move, play, and have fun!

📝Sign up using the Sign Up button on Facebook or the link in our Instagram bio.

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110 N. State Street, Suite C
Marengo, IL
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