Kelley Puckett Dance Academy

Lyrical dance blends the grace of ballet with the fluidity of jazz, allowing dancers to tell a story through movement. Set to expressive, often emotional music, this style emphasizes musicality, control, and connection to the lyrics and mood of the song. In this class, dancers will focus on developing strong technique, balance, flexibility, and emotional performance. Through choreography and improvisation, students learn how to interpret music and express themselves with confidence and artistry.

This upbeat combo class fuses the sharp, powerful movements of Pom with the dynamic grooves and freestyle attitude of Hip Hop . Dancers will build strength, coordination, and performance skills through high-energy routines that blend cheer-style precision with the expressive flair of hip hop. Students will learn strong arm motions, jumps, and formations with pom-poms, along with hip hop isolations, footwork, and freestyle combinations—all set to fun, age-appropriate music. This class is perfect for dancers who love team spirit, bold movement, and making a big impact on stage!

Pom dance is a high-energy style that combines elements of jazz, cheer, and hip hop with sharp, synchronized arm movements and powerful choreography—all performed with pom-poms! This class focuses on strength, sharpness, flexibility, and group formations while building strong performance skills and confidence. Dancers will learn precise motions, jumps, turns, and choreography designed to showcase team unity and spirit. Pom is perfect for students interested in dance team-style performance or those looking to improve their energy, projection, and technique.

This high-energy combo class blends the sharp technique of jazz with the upbeat, freestyle movement of hip hop! Dancers will explore classic jazz fundamentals—like kicks, turns, and leaps—while also learning the rhythm, grooves, and attitude that define hip hop. Perfect for dancers who love to move and express themselves, this class builds strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence. With fun choreography and age-appropriate music, students will develop their own style while gaining strong dance technique.

Tap dance is an exciting and energetic style that teaches dancers how to use their feet like drums to create rhythmic patterns and sounds. In this class, students will develop coordination, timing, and musicality through a variety of tap steps, combinations, and rhythmic exercises. Classes focus on proper tap technique, clarity of sounds, and building both speed and control. Dancers will explore different styles of tap, from Broadway to rhythm tap, all while building confidence and having fun with movement and music.

Ballet is the foundation of all dance styles and an essential part of every dancer’s training. In this class, dancers ages 6 and up will build proper ballet technique, posture, flexibility, and strength in a structured and supportive environment. Students will learn classical ballet terminology and movement through barre work, center combinations, and across-the-floor progressions. Emphasis is placed on musicality, alignment, body awareness, and discipline. As dancers progress, they’ll develop grace, poise, and confidence that benefit all areas of dance and performance.

Our Lyrical & Jazz Combo class blends the emotion and fluidity of lyrical dance with the dynamic, upbeat style of jazz. This combination class is perfect for dancers who want to explore both expressive storytelling and strong technical movement. Students will learn lyrical technique focused on emotional expression, fluid transitions, and musicality, alongside classic jazz foundations such as isolations, kicks, turns, and leaps. Dancers will develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and performance quality in a supportive and energetic environment. This class is ideal for dancers who want to grow as both technical performers and expressive artists.

Advanced Acro is for experienced students with strong technique, flexibility, and control. This class focuses on mastering complex acro skills such as aerials, back handsprings, front handsprings, back tucks, and advanced contortion work. Dancers will also refine their transitions, combining tricks smoothly into dance choreography for performance-ready routines. A high level of discipline and body awareness is required, and students must demonstrate safe execution of intermediate skills before progressing to this level.

This class is designed for students who have mastered beginner acro skills and are ready to take their training to the next level. Dancers will work on improving strength, flexibility, and control while learning more advanced skills such as back walkovers, front walkovers, handstand variations, chest stands, and aerial prep. Emphasis is placed on proper technique, safe progressions, and seamless transitions between acro and dance movements. Students should have a solid foundation in basic acro skills and be ready for more challenging tricks and combinations.

This introductory acro class blends basic dance technique with beginner-level acrobatics in a fun and supportive environment. Students will learn foundational acro skills such as forward rolls, bridges, handstands, cartwheels, and balancing techniques, all while developing strength, flexibility, coordination, and body control. Safety is a top priority, with skills taught progressively to ensure proper form and confidence. Perfect for dancers and movers who love to tumble, stretch, and try new tricks!

This energetic and upbeat class introduces dancers to the fundamentals of jazz technique while encouraging creativity and self-expression. Students will explore a variety of jazz styles, from classic to contemporary, through warm-ups, across-the-floor exercises, and fun choreography set to age-appropriate music. The class focuses on building coordination, flexibility, strength, and rhythm in a positive and supportive environment. Perfect for young dancers who love to move and express themselves through dance!

This fun and dynamic class is designed specifically for homeschool elementary students ages 6 to 11 who want to explore both jazz and hip hop dance styles in a supportive, small-group setting. Students will learn foundational jazz techniques—like kicks, turns, and leaps—along with the energetic grooves and expressive movements of hip hop. Classes focus on building coordination, rhythm, strength, and confidence while encouraging creativity and teamwork. This combo is perfect for dancers new to studio classes or those looking for a welcoming space to develop performance skills and have fun moving to great music.

Half ballet, half tap

Half ballet, half acro

Our Mini Movers program is designed for 4–5 year olds who are ready to begin learning foundational ballet steps and technique in a structured yet playful environment. Creative movement, props, and imaginative play are still an important part of the experience, helping young dancers engage with music, space, and storytelling through movement.

Mini AcroDance is a playful and engaging introduction to AcroDance for our youngest students, following the internationally recognized Acrobatic Arts syllabus. This class blends the strength and flexibility of gymnastics with the fluidity and musicality of dance, all tailored for preschool-aged children. Through age-appropriate progressions, students will build foundational acro skills including basic balancing, coordination, flexibility, strength, and safe tumbling techniques—like forward rolls, log rolls, and beginner bridges. Class structure emphasizes creative movement, spatial awareness, and listening skills, all within a safe and supportive environment that encourages confidence and fun.

Dancing Tots is a fun and engaging class designed for children ages 2.5-4. This program introduces young dancers to basic dance steps, tumbling fundamentals, balance and coordination exercises, and the basics of classroom behavior and social interaction—all through imaginative play and movement throughout the space.Students will explore creative ways to move their bodies, build confidence, and develop important motor and social skills in a supportive and joyful environment.

Toddler Time is a joyful, interactive class designed for our youngest movers—toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years. Through songs, games, simple dance movements, and creative play, little ones explore rhythm, coordination, and spatial awareness in a nurturing and fun environment. This class encourages early social skills, listening, and following simple directions while developing motor skills and a love for movement. Caregivers are encouraged to participate, making it a wonderful bonding experience for both toddler and grown-up!