My daughter has been dancing at HADC since she was 4 years old. Under the direction and leadership of this amazing faculty, she has blossomed. We love all the amazing opportunities that the studio has to offer such as competing on The Team, performing in the youth ballet productions and the newly added, one-of-a-kind daytime program, Traverse Training Program which my daughter is excited to be a part of this year to further her dance education. I take comfort knowing that my daughter is in excellent hands. Cindy and the rest of the staff truly care about the learning experience of every child. This year has been a little different due to the Coronavirus Pandemic that is happening now. Our studio has responded to this difficult situation with quickness, grace and understanding making it safe for all of our dancers. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else and look forward to another great year full of memories to last a lifetime. - Katie Diefenbacher

Heart of America Dance Centre is the finest studio in the Kansas City area, providing every child the highest level of training for both ballet and jazz technique. My daughter has trained at HADC for the past 12 years and has grown into a pre professional dancer. The instruction led by Cynthia Monaco and her staff has prepared her and other dancers to compete at the prestigious Youth America Grand Prix. The dance education she has received at HADC and by being a member the Heart of America Youth Ballet has provider her and many others the training to pursue professional dance careers. While being a member of the competitive dance team, The Team, she has gained even more training in jazz, tap and contemporary dance. I truly believe that this studio provides not only a high level of training but a place where children can fall in love with the beauty and art of dance. - Susan Canaan


Eight years ago, my painfully shy and quiet daughter came to HADC to take 1 ballet class.  Fast forward to current day and it has truly become her second home, where she wants to spend all her time. Cindy Monaco and her exceptional staff at HADC have developed a dance curriculum that is skill appropriate for my daughter while pushing her out of her comfort zone to maximize her progress year to year.  While she has grown tremendously as a dancer, her growth as a person is what I will forever be grateful to this studio for.  My reserved little girl has grown into a hard working, goal setting, resilient teenager and I attribute much of that to the love of dance and HADC. - Stacey Francka

Growing up as a dancer I had experiences in various dance studios in the Kansas City area. As we were visiting studios for my daughter, we wanted to find a place that not only had outstanding and reputable dance training but also a warming place we could call home. Within the first 5 minutes meeting owner, Cindy Monaco, we knew it was the perfect place for our family. She discussed the history and successes of the studio and also the importance on growth and development of her dancers. We have been at the studio for three years and are happy to call Heart of America our home. My daughter has improved in her dance technique but more importantly has gained self-confidence, positive work ethic and how to achieve goals. The teachers/choreographers not only teach the fundamentals of dance but are also nurturing and loving role models. We have been blessed by genuine friendships with families that we know will last forever. There is no question we are grateful to have found our dance family! - Whitney Richeson

Heart of America Dance Centre has been a place of personal growth for my daughter.  Cindy Monaco and her staff at HADC have been instrumental in developing not only dance technique, but also my daughter’s personal drive and character.  She has gained opportunity both in and out of the studio while performing with the Heart of America Youth Ballet, HADC Team, and the Youth America Grand Prix.   HADC also provides their dancers with additional exposure by hosting dance conventions and summer intensive auditions with companies, such as the Joffrey Ballet.  What began as a young girl’s exploration in recreational dance has flourished into a true passion for the performing arts.  -Andrea Thompson

HADC is my family’s Home Away From Home. One of my daughters has participated as a recreational dance student, and her dance experiences helped her land a role on the Starlight stage as a dancer in 2019’s “Wizard of Oz”. Another daughter has competed on the HADC dance team since kindergarten and spends more time with her “Dance Family” than she does with us. Our oldest was a HADC competitive dancer and a member of HAYB. She is currently dancing at a Michigan college on a dance scholarship. This studio’s ballet-based technique is truly unique. I highly recommend HADC and their wonderful staff.  - Karin Dillabough

Heart of America is more than a studio where my girls are able to learn the fundamentals of dance. It's a nurturing family who support my growing girls in life. Through the lessons taught at HADC and the priceless experiences, my girls are becoming a better version of themselves. I am forever grateful for what began as a recreational activity, but blossomed into a passion for the performing arts. HADC is our home away from home! - Julie Lee