Turning Pointe Dance Center opened in July of 1993 with a dream of Julie Otani. She wanted to create a meaningful dance experience for all her students. With a dedicated and professional faculty, the environment created at TPDC is one of strong technique, self-confidence, and love of dance. For over two decades, TPDC has been the leader of dance education in the area. It is a place where fun, fitness and art come together, and where students become part of the family. Whether your child takes one class a week or many, they will feel welcome and supported. TPDC is a versatile and award-winning studio that has been a second home to thousands of students. Julie Otani has been the director of Turning Pointe Dance Center since its opening in 1993. She has worked to make TPDC a place that provides all its students with a meaningful dance experience. Her dynamic and professional faculty are committed to giving students a strong technique base, while fostering self-confidence and a love of dance. For over two decades, TPDC has been the area's premier dance education center. It is a place where fun, fitness and art unite, and a second home for many. Whether your child takes one class or multiple classes, they will feel a part of the Turning Pointe Dance Center family. Since 1993, Julie Otani has been the director of Turning Pointe Dance Center. Her life-long dream to create a meaningful experience for all her students has become a reality. With the help of her professional faculty, TPDC has been the area's leader in dance education for over two decades. The environment at TPDC is one of strong technique, self-confidence and love of dance. It is also a place of fun, fitness, and art, where thousands of students have found a second home. TPDC is an award-winning studio that welcomes all students, no matter how many classes they take, and makes them a part of the family.