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Exciting Announcement

I am extremely thrilled to announce that HCD is working to create a unified dance community between our School and the Omaha Academy of Ballet. This exciting partnership will combine the strengths and traditions of both organizations, allowing us to offer an even broader range of classes, performance opportunities, and expert, caring instruction. This unified organization will operate under the name Omaha Academy of Ballet, as its name has a strong history in Omaha since the 1960s.

 

You all know me in the role of Artistic Director at Heartland, and I want to clarify that I will continue in this leadership role as the Artistic Director of the newly unified organization, now operating under the name Omaha Academy of Ballet. I am deeply committed to maintaining the artistic integrity, warmth, and high standards you’ve come to expect, and I’m excited to guide this next chapter as we blend the strengths of both schools.

 

Our new unified community will provide the same exceptional, positive training and performance opportunities throughout the year. Heartland Conservatory of Dance will retain its current location at 132nd and Center Street, becoming the new OAB West Omaha location. The OAB studios at 319 N. 72nd Street will be the central location. Instructors will be scheduled at both locations.

 

Our goal is to create a vibrant, supportive environment where all dancers can thrive, grow, and deepen their love of dance. This union will allow us to maintain our shared commitment to artistic excellence and community, guided by a unified vision. It would also provide access to enhanced resources and benefits from the combined expertise and dedication of the staff and instructors from both organizations. Families will have the opportunity to register at either or both locations.

 

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I choose carefully who will shape my son into the person he can become regardless of the specific passion that he will ultimately pursue. I can offer no greater recommendation of a person or an organization other than my choice for my own son – in the case of dance I choose Heartland Youth Ballet and whenever possible, I choose Rachel as one of the mentors who will shape him, who will assist him in realizing the potential that is within him and every child who is fortunate enough to come into the orbit of Rachel Vickrey.
ERNEST RICHARDSONPRINCIPAL POPS AND RESIDENT CONDUCTOR, OMAHA SYMPHONY
In 2019 my family moved to Omaha from San Juan, Puerto Rico. We wanted our daughter, a highschool freshman, to continue her dance studies so we enrolled her in HCD. We hoped that ballet would give her the stability she needed after our huge move. My daughter found a place where she is able to to meet other young people with similar interests bonding over their great love for the art of dance. Where their race, skin color, ethnic orgin & language berriers were not obstacles. Thanks to the faculty at HCD, my daughter has developed great teamwork and communication skills. She has been able to develop her knowledge of the English language and learned what it truly means to have mid-west courtesy.
ANDRES LAGUER-ARROYOMBA™MT(ASCP)
This is the place you want your dancer to learn from. Everyone cares so much for the children and ensures that each child not only learns the art of dance but teaches life lessons as well. Rachel Vickrey cares so much for these children as well as all of the teachers that work with them.”on to what you do. This is such an amazing opportunity to be a part of, as a parent and a student. Looking forward to many more.
THERESA THIBODEAUNEBRASKA STATE SENATOR
This is the place you want your dancer to learn from. Everyone cares so much for the children and ensures that each child not only learns the art of dance but teaches life lessons as well. Rachel Vickrey cares so much for these children as well as all of the teachers that work with them.
ANDREA CORDEL-COOKHCD MOM SINCE 2023
We moved to Omaha from California and were nervous about where to send our daughter for dance. She’s been at a very good studio in CA and we wanted something that was the same level. We found out that Heartland Conservatory of Dance was also an RDA (Regional Dance America) certified studio so we knew the quality of Dance education would be great. We have not been disappointed!! The teachers care about our daughter personally and the rates are very reasonable, they are the place for girls who want to be “real” dancers!!!
VERA HOSKINSHCD MOM SINCE 2016
Our family moved from Seattle to Omaha this past year, and were hoping that we could find a dance studio for our daughter that was of the same caliber as her previous ballet school, Pacific Northwest Ballet. We were fortunate enough to learn of Rachel Vickrey and Robin Welch through a lucky conversation with a stranger on an airplane to Omaha. Once we contacted Rachel, we learned that she and Robin had been connected personally and professionally to our daughter’s previous ballet teacher- we knew instantly that we had found the right place. Our daughter has enjoyed every minute of her classes at Heartland Conservatory of Dance and has even mentioned on occasion that she enjoys dancing here more than she did back in Seattle because of the personal attention she gets from her teachers along with many more opportunities to perform. The teachers at HCD truly care about each of their students and strive to provide the absolute highest quality ballet instruction in all of Omaha. The dancers learn wonderful technique, build discipline, make lasting friendships and are encouraged daily to be their best selves in and out of the dance studio. We have found our dance family and cannot recommend HCD highly enough!
NICOLE PRICEHCD MOM SINCE 2017
HCD offers more than professional dance instructors, there is also the opportunity to to perform throughout the community, by auditioning for Heartland Youth Ballet. Miss Rachel helps her students grow and develop both physically and mentally while building their self esteem and confidence. Her studio is absolutely beautiful! I particularly like that she provides daytime classes two mornings a week, this is popular for mom’s with little ones who prefer morning classes. This has been popular, because many if these mom’s also visit together while watching their child dance.
JANET PHIPPSHCD GRANDMOTHER SINCE 2010
My daughter has had best experience at the Heartland Conservatory of Dance, She can’t wait to go to class everyday. The teachers are excellent. They care about their students and provide quality instruction second to none . I have been so blessed to find HCD and watch my daughter grow as both a dancer and a young lady. To learn the fundamentals that allow her to keep her passion alive and be the best dancer she can be.
PAMELA KENNEDYHCD MOM SINCE 2010
We are the parents of six and as any parent knows children keep you busy. We have learned to prioritize and make every minute matter. For dance, we hit the jackpot with Rachel and Heartland Conservatory of Dance. Our eldest is a ballet enthusiast and so I inevitably spent many hours researching dance studios in the metro. There is no better instruction in Omaha than Heartland Conservatory. All of the teachers themselves have practiced ballet for many years, most even at the professional level, and their passion for dance ignites a fire in their students. Ballet is the foundation for all dance, so why not build that foundation strong? Don’t wait until it’s too late to realize that your child hasn’t been receiving proper instruction. Heartland Conservatory of Dance also offers all other types of dance, there is literally something for everyone. I would be remiss to not also mention the incredible facilities. I love that I can watch my daughters dance without them knowing it. I think the windows are distracting but here there are cameras in all the dance studios and TVs in the waiting area where you can see your child at all times without disrupting the class.
GENNA ELLERHCD MOM SINCE 2018
how we teach

Changing Lives
Through Dance

Welcome to Heartland Conservatory of Dance, directed by Rachel Vickrey. This school reflects Rachel’s artistic sensibilities, educational principles, and love of kids. Quality dance is a tradition for Rachel. She grew up watching her parents perform in major classical ballet companies and then teaching in some of the best schools in the nation. Following in their footsteps, Rachel also danced professionally and has taught ballet, tap and jazz in dance schools around the nation. Her commitment and feeling of responsibility to each child’s training is why Heartland Conservatory of Dance is known for superior dance training and individual attention in a nurturing environment. The Conservatory provides the care and attention that each dancer needs and deserves to grow to their full potential through participation in student showcases, full-length ballets (in collaboration with Heartland Youth Ballet), and other community programs.

Heartland Youth Ballet is the official company of Heartland Conservatory of Dance, a member of the elite pre-professional ballet organization, The Ballet Alliance. TBA’s mission is to raise the standards of American Ballet through education, performance, and community engagement. Heartland Youth Ballet performs yearly at both Regional Dance America & The Ballet Alliance festivals, please click below to experience the high quality that these festivals offer.

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Contact Info

Phone: 402-237-8801

Email:    [email protected]

Location

2502 S. 133rd Plaza
Omaha, NE 68144

Our Hours
MON-FRI 09:00 – 19:00
SAT-SUN 10:00 – 14:00
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