High Country Conservatory of Dance is a Dance Studio in Windsor, CO. The studio offers dance instruction for all ages, from beginner “First Steps” classes for children ages two to seven through “Rising Stars” programs that include ballet, jazz, tap, clogging and hip‑hop for students eight and older. Advanced pre‑professional training is available in the Masters Programs, with dedicated ballet, clogging, tap and jazz/lyrical schools, as well as seasonal intensives such as dance camps for ages four and up and Master Excel Intensives for experienced dancers. The conservatory serves students throughout Northern Colorado and operates a Windsor location alongside sites in Fort Collins and Wellington.
Founded in 1999 by Director Michelle Meehleis, the conservatory was created to bring high‑level dance education to the region. Michelle’s mission emphasizes exceptional instruction that enables students to pursue their artistic goals close to home. The school’s curriculum is built on a step‑by‑step framework developed in collaboration with leading artists, providing a structured pathway from the first steps of a beginner to the technical and artistic demands of pre‑professional training. Over more than twenty‑five years, the program has guided numerous dancers toward advanced opportunities and national exposure.
The studio is located on Main St in Windsor, just off the main road. It sits a short walk from the Picasso and Wine arts center (about 0.1 mile), the UPS Store post office (approximately 0.2 mile), and the Banner Health clinic (around 0.3 mile). Grandview Elementary School is roughly 0.4 mile away, and another Banner Health Clinic is about 0.5 mile distant, placing the conservatory within easy reach of community landmarks.
With more than a quarter‑century of experience and a curriculum that balances technical excellence, artistry and age‑appropriate instruction, High Country Conservatory of Dance remains a cornerstone of dance education in Windsor and the surrounding Northern Colorado community.