KICK Performing Arts

Try It 'Tober at KICK · October 1–31

Try a dance class FREE this October.

Ballet, hip hop, tap, acro, musical theater and more — for little dancers, big kids, teens and even grown-ups. Come meet our teachers and see why families love KICK.

  • 4.6 on Google (46 reviews)
  • 25 years in Monmouth County
  • Fair Haven & Oceanport, NJ
Two young KICK dancers laughing and hugging at the ballet barre

How Try It 'Tober works

Something free for everyone.

New to KICK

Your first class is free.

Try a class, meet our teachers and see what KICK is all about — no experience needed.

Already a KICK student

Take one extra class free.

Current students can try one additional class free during October — hip hop, acro, ballet, tap, musical theater and more.

Bring a friend

Dance with your bestie.

Bring a friend to any class during Try It 'Tober.

Parents & grown-ups

It's your turn too.

Try one of our adult classes at the Oceanport studio:

  • Adult Line DancingTue 7:30 PM
  • Adult Hip HopWed 7:30 PM
  • Adult TapThu 9:30 AM
  • Adult Ballet + Floor BarreThu 6:30 PM

Advanced levels: Premiere, Connections and Edge level classes require approval by email before attending. vanessa@kickstudio.com

Good to know: classes and ages vary by studio. After you register, the KICK team reaches out to schedule your class. No classes on Saturday, October 31 — Happy Halloween!

Smiling KICK teen dancers posing in front of the pink KICK wall

Why families love KICK

Happy dancers. Real friendships.

KICK is the kind of place kids can't wait to get back to — great teachers, great friends and a whole lot of fun.

  • 25 years in Monmouth County

    KICK started with 60 students and now welcomes more than 500 dancers — mostly thanks to families telling their friends.

  • Teachers kids adore

    Caring, experienced faculty with credits from Broadway Dance Center to professional ballet companies — and who care deeply about every dancer.

  • Kids get to be kids

    Age-appropriate music, costumes and choreography, always. A welcoming, positive studio where children feel free to be themselves.

  • Safety you can count on

    A licensed studio and certified Safer Studio. Teachers are CPR, First Aid and Youth Protective Advocates in Dance certified.

  • Watch from the lobby

    Lobby viewing monitors mean you can see the fun without interrupting class.

  • A stage for everyone

    Holiday shows, community performances and our year-end showcase at the Count Basie Theater for Fair Haven dancers.

10× World ChampionsASH ADV Studio of the Year

From KICK parents on Google

“She returns home bubbly and smiling.”

4.646 Google reviews · Fair Haven(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
  • The teachers are wonderful – skilled in teaching dance (and other performing arts like theater and singing!) to kids of all ages, and also adored by the children. … Every day that my daughter has class, she returns home bubbly and smiling.
    Michele T. · Google review, Fair Haven
  • We love our Kick classes and teachers, they have patience, determination and really encourage their students to grow and to enjoy dancing.
    Sarah K. · Google review, Fair Haven
  • She began with a Ballet/tap combo with Ms Dee when she was just 4 years old and is now beginning her Fifth year as part of the Competition Team. She loves her studio time so much and wants to take every opportunity and challenge Kick provides her.
    Kelly C. · Google review, Fair Haven

Excerpts quoted word for word from public Google reviews of KICK's Fair Haven studio (listed on Google as “Kick Dance Studios”). Rating as of October 2026.

Classes to explore

What would they love to try?

Tap a style to claim a free class. You'll tell us their age and interests on the form, and the KICK team will help you pick the right class.

Class options, ages and days vary by studio and session.

A look inside KICK

Picture them here.

  • KICK dancers posing among light-up KICK letters
  • A young dancer twirling scarves and laughing in class
  • Older KICK students working at the ballet barre
  • Young KICK dancers sitting together on a pink bench outside the studio
  • Young KICK dancers in lilac tutus performing on stage
  • A smiling young dancer stretching at the ballet barre
  • Four young KICK dancers smiling together in front of the pink studio wall

Two convenient studios

Fair Haven & Oceanport.

Programs, ages and schedules vary by studio — the KICK team will help you find the best fit.

Young ballet students in pink leotards during class at KICK Fair Haven

KICK Fair Haven

Fair Haven

611 River Rd, Fair Haven, NJ 07704

Our flagship studio and home of the full school-year program.

  • Classes from age 1 through teens
  • Home of the KICK performing companies
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KICK Oceanport

Oceanport

700 Oceanport Ave, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Our newest studio, with shorter sessions for every age.

  • Babies, toddlers, kids, teens and adults
  • Home of the Try It 'Tober adult classes
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Signing up is simple

Three quick steps.

  1. 1

    Tell us about your dancer

    Share your name, your child's name and age, and the best way to reach you.

  2. 2

    Pick what they'd like to try

    List the classes they're interested in — ballet, hip hop, acro, tap or anything else.

  3. 3

    Hear from the KICK team

    A member of the KICK team will reach out to schedule your free class.

Try It 'Tober · October 1–31

Claim your free class

Fill out the form below and a member of the KICK team will reach out to schedule your class.

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Prefer to talk? Call KICK at (732) 383-5301.

Questions

Good to know.

Still wondering? Call (732) 383-5301.

Is the trial class really free?

Yes. New students try a class for free, and during Try It 'Tober current KICK students can take one extra class free. Tuition only applies if you decide to enroll in regular classes.

Who can take part in Try It 'Tober?

New students, current KICK students (one extra class free), friends of KICK dancers, and adults in our designated adult classes at the Oceanport studio.

Do we need any dance experience?

Not at all. KICK specializes in beginner dancers of all ages. (Premiere, Connections and Edge level classes are for experienced dancers and require approval by email before attending.)

What ages are eligible?

KICK has classes from caregiver-and-me for little ones (from 6 months at Oceanport, 12 months at Fair Haven) through teens, plus adult classes at Oceanport. Each class has its own age range, so tell us your dancer's age on the form.

How do we choose a class?

Fill out the Try It Class form with your dancer's age and the classes they're interested in. A member of the KICK team will reach out to help you pick the right class and schedule it. You can also call (732) 383-5301.

Is my class confirmed when I submit the form?

Not yet — submitting the form sends your request. A member of the KICK team will reach out soon to schedule your child's class.

What should my child wear?

Each class has a dress code. Most young dancers wear a leotard and tights with the right dance shoes, and Tiny Stars dancers can wear leggings and a t-shirt. Ask the KICK team when they call to schedule your class — all required shoes and dancewear are available at KICK.

Where are the studios?

KICK Fair Haven is at 611 River Rd, Fair Haven, NJ 07704, and KICK Oceanport is at 700 Oceanport Ave, Oceanport, NJ 07757. Both have off-street parking. Programs and schedules vary by studio.

Can adults take a free class?

Yes! During Try It 'Tober, grown-ups can try Adult Line Dancing (Tue 7:30 PM), Adult Hip Hop (Wed 7:30 PM), Adult Tap (Thu 9:30 AM) or Adult Ballet + Floor Barre (Thu 6:30 PM) at our Oceanport studio.

Are there any days without classes?

KICK is closed on Saturday, October 31 — Happy Halloween!

Their next favorite activity could start right here.

Come try a class, meet our teachers and see what KICK is all about. Come for class — stay for the community.

A young dancer posing proudly in front of the pink KICK Performing Arts sign
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