Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts - Dance studio in Louisville, Kentucky
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Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts

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1701 Ups Drive

Louisville, Kentucky 40223

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 - 10:30 AM, 4:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 5:30 - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 5:00 - 7:30 PM
  • Friday: 9:30 - 10:30 AM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
46 programs

About Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts

Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts, nestled in Louisville, Kentucky, has been a cornerstone for aspiring dancers since its founding in 2006. Led by Studio Owner and Artistic & Creative Director, Jennifer Fehder Viers, the academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to nurture a lifelong passion for dance and the performing arts. Students of all ages can explore a wide array of genuine dance styles, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, and Musical Theater. For younger dancers, Creative Movement and Toddler Time classes build foundational skills, while preschoolers engage with the basics of Tap and Ballet. Progressing students can delve into Tiny Dancer and Combo classes, with advanced options available. The esteemed faculty, featuring instructors like Amethyst Ramsey, Hannah Nelms, Kathleen Anderson, and Sarah Fain, brings a wealth of experience. Kathleen Anderson shares her extensive classical ballet background, including training at the American Ballet Theatre School and professional experience with Cincinnati Ballet and Louisville Civic Ballet. Sarah Fain brings unique performance experience from Tokyo Disneyland and aerialist work. Elite Academy is committed to fostering both recreational and competitive dancers, with dedicated Competition/Performance classes and the Elite Academy Dance Company providing ample performance and competition opportunities. Beyond dance technique, the studio offers dedicated Drama and Musical Theatre classes. The academy emphasizes creativity, self-expression, and a passion for the performing arts, building confidence, self-esteem, and respect while nurturing individual talents and developing essential physical attributes. Summer programs include a Summer Camp, Summer Musical Theater Camp, and Summer Dance Intensives.

Styles offered at Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts

Programs from Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts

46 programs available

Classes

Trio Lessons

Trio lessons are available and can be scheduled by speaking directly with Jennifer. These are not part of the Unlimited Class Plan.

Duet Lessons

Duet lessons are available and can be scheduled by speaking directly with Jennifer. These are not part of the Unlimited Class Plan.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available and can be scheduled by speaking directly with Jennifer. These are not part of the Unlimited Class Plan.

Dance Teams

Requires black leotards (NO EXCEPTIONS), pink or tan tights, pink ballet shoes & piourette shoes. Black split-sole tap shoes will be needed for Tap Team. Black dance shorts may be worn over black leotard for Jazz Technique, Hip Hop & Tap Classes.

Hip Hop

Students should wear black dance pants (i.e.: jazz pants/shorts, warm-up pants) and black leotards, or black tank tops, fitted t-shirts, etc. Hip Hop Sneakers are required. No baggy or over-sized pants or t-shirts. Absolutely no jeans!!

Musical Theater

Students should wear black dance pants (i.e.: jazz pants/shorts, warm-up pants) and black leotards, or black tank tops, fitted t-shirts, etc. Ballet or Jazz Shoes are required. The instructor must be able to see what the student is doing, so no baggy or over-sized pants or t-shirts. Absolutely no jeans!!

Technique Classes

This class requires a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes. Optional chiffon or georgette skirts may be worn.

Ballet Intensive

This class requires a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes. Optional chiffon or georgette skirts may be worn.

Combo Classes

This class requires a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes, along with black tap shoes. Optional chiffon or georgette skirts may be worn.

Tiny Dancer

This class requires a lavender leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes with black patent tap shoes. Optional chiffon or georgette skirts may be worn.

Tutu Cute

This class requires a pink leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes with black patent tap shoes. Optional chiffon or georgette skirts may be worn.

Baby Ballerina

This class requires a light blue leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes with black patent tap shoes. Optional chiffon or georgette skirts may be worn.

Summer National Practices

Summer Technique Class

Summer Classes

Technique Tap

Technique Jazz

Ballet

Hip Hop

Musical Theater

Combo Ballet Tap Jazz Lyrical Contemporary

Combo Ballet Tap Jazz

Preschool Dance

MUSICAL THEATRE

Performers of all abilities are encouraged to develop self-confidence for acting, singing and dancing in a positive and supportive environment. This fun, challenging and engaging class focuses on character development, vocal technique, presentation and dance skills that will culminate in a mini Musical Theater production at the end of the semester.

at the end of the semester
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE

Students will learn Broadway style choreography based on their skill and age level.

DRAMA

An introduction to basic techniques of performing, including improvisation, character study, and monologue work. The class will encourage students to grow creatively and expand their imaginations.

COMPETITION/PERFORMANCE CLASSES/ELITE ACADEMY DANCE COMPANY

These classes offer the more serious dancer performance and competition opportunities. Dancers will learn choreographed pieces in Lyrical, Contemporary/Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, etc. and perform at Competitions during the year. Jennifer will be glad to provide information and requirements for anyone interested in being on a Dance Team.

TECHNIQUE CLASSES (Ballet & Jazz)

Technique classes are open to any student ages 6 and older and will focus on proper foot, leg, arm, hand, head and body position and placement. Students will strive to perfect leaps, turns, kicks, jumps and progressive combinations with a strong emphasis on both jazz and ballet technique.

BALLET INTENSIVE (Levels II – IV)

These classes are open to any student ages 7 and older and will focus on proper foot, leg, arm, hand, head and body position and placement. Classes will consist of a ballet and modern warm-up, modern dance body isolations, floor work, barre and center work. Students will learn dance vocabulary, body alignment and progressive dance combinations with a strong emphasis on ballet technique. These classes follow a Classical Ballet format.

PREBALLET & BALLET I

Each weekly class introduces ballet steps, dance vocabulary and technique using imagery and creative movement. In addition to learning dance terminology and the basic positions, this class develops creativity, coordination and self-esteem through dance activities and stories.

weekly
HIP-HOP

A funky, upbeat, fast -paced form of street dancing that combines cutting edge moves with age appropriate choreography and music! It takes on many forms and is continually changing.

LEVEL I, II, III, IV COMBO CLASSES

In the Combo classes, dancers will have the opportunity to participate in Tap, Jazz, Ballet and, for the more advanced dancer Lyrical/Modern. The beginner Dancer will focus on the correct ballet positions, technique, barre and center work, along with jazz fundamentals, and tap. More advanced, steps, combinations, leaps & turns will be taught in the more advanced level classes. Dancers have the option to choose to participate in any one or all of the dance form(s). Instructor permission or recommendation is required for Level III-IV.

TINY DANCER II

This Ballet/Tap/Jazz class is offered for the 6 - 8 year old with at least one year of previous dance experience. The Dancer will focus on the correct ballet positions, technique, barre and center work, along with jazz fundamentals, and tap. The class meets for one hour. Instructor permission or recommendation is required.

TINY DANCER I

Each one-hour class consists of warm-ups and basic ballet dance steps, with a focus on proper body position (posture), technique and discipline which allows the young dancer to progress in the grace of ballet and the rhythm and sounds of tap. Classes will focus on terminology and progressive combinations to help them advance to the next level.

TINY DANCER K

In this 45 minute class students learn two classic styles of dance beginning with work on the fundamentals that allow the young dancer to progress in the grace of ballet and the fun rhythm of tap. These age-appropriate classes will focus on proper body position, terminology and combinations to help prepare dancers for the next level of dance.

SONG & DANCE

This 45-60 minute class is an Introduction to Musical Theater singing and dancing. This class is an excellent choice to encourage students to build self-confidence & develop creativity, coordination and self-esteem through dance activities and improvisation.

PRE-SCHOOL DANCE/TUTU CUTE

Each 40-45 minute class w ill introduce the basics of tap and ballet. In addition to learning dance terminology, this class develops creativity, coordination and self-esteem through dance activities and improvisation. The Ballet portion of class consists of warm-ups, locomotor movements, body positioning and basic ballet dance steps & technique. The tap portion of the class will focus on balance, musicality, rhythmic exercises and clarity of sound.

TODDLER TIME/BABY BALLERINAS

Classes will be 40-45 minutes long and use a developmental approach for the young dancer designed to provide a strong foundation in movement which is essential for subsequent dance instruction. Basic ballet and tap movements and terminology are introduced in a fun, creative and nurturing manner. The development of gross motor skills, listening skills, musicality and movement through space and levels will be explored. Dancer must be able to participate without a parent/guardian.

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

A Parent/Caregiver must participate with their child. This 30 minute creative movement class is designed to facilitate the development of fine and gross motor skills, coordination, balance, social interaction and listening skills through music, dance, basic gymnastics and movement activities. Various props such as hula-hoops, scarves, balls, mats, tunnels, and parachutes will be used during the class. Classes offered in the mornings or early afternoon only.

mornings or early afternoon only
"A Children's Nutcracker"

Elite Academy's "A Children's Nutcracker" will be held at Louisville Memorial Auditorium on Friday Evening December 19, 2025.

Workshops

BOO Bash

Come join us for a Spooktacular night of games, crafts, pizza, treats, and dancing! Participants are encouraged to dress up.

Camps

Summer Dance Intensives

Summer Mini Camp

Summer Extended Day Camp

Summer Musical Theater Camp

Summer Camp


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts?

Call Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts at (502) 425-6700 or visit http://www.eliteacademyofdanceandperformingarts.com/.

Does Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts have a website?

Yes, you can find Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts online at http://www.eliteacademyofdanceandperformingarts.com/.

Does Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts have evening hours?

Yes, Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts offers evening hours. Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Tuesday: 9:30 - 10:30 AM, 4:00 - 9:00 PM, Wednesday: 5:30 - 8:00 PM, Thursday: 5:00 - 7:30 PM, Friday: 9:30 - 10:30 AM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

Does Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts offer morning classes?

Yes, Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts has morning availability. Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Tuesday: 9:30 - 10:30 AM, 4:00 - 9:00 PM, Wednesday: 5:30 - 8:00 PM, Thursday: 5:00 - 7:30 PM, Friday: 9:30 - 10:30 AM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

Does Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts have Saturday classes?

Yes, Elite Academy of Dance & Performing Arts is open Saturdays: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM.