Columbia Dance Academy - Dance studio in Columbia, Missouri
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Columbia Dance Academy

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4250 East Broadway

Columbia, Missouri 65201

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 - 11:30 AM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 - 11:30 AM, 5:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
75 programs

About Columbia Dance Academy

Established in 1996, Columbia Dance Academy in Columbia, Missouri, offers a rich history of valuable and character-building dance instruction. Led by owner and primary instructor Jeanne Szkolka, who brings extensive experience and is a member of Dance Masters of America (DMA), the academy is the only studio in Columbia affiliated with both DMA and IDEA, highlighting its commitment to high standards. Columbia Dance Academy fosters a love for the performing arts in a positive, family-oriented atmosphere, prioritizing quality and caring instructors. The academy offers a comprehensive range of classes for various age groups and experience levels, from foundational styles like Ballet, Tap, and Jazz, to contemporary genres such as Lyrical and Hip Hop. Students can also explore Musical Theatre and Acrobatics (Tumbling & Acro). Youngest participants benefit from 'Creative Movement' and 'Mommy & Me' classes, introducing body awareness, balance, and motor skills. The curriculum is designed to help students develop a strong vocabulary of movement, body control, and self-discipline, with a personal approach to each dancer's journey. The academic year culminates in an Annual Performance, providing a valuable opportunity for students to showcase their progress. Columbia Dance Academy aims to be a nurturing environment where dancers can grow, learn, and pursue their artistic dreams, building strong foundations that can lead to professional performing careers.

Styles offered at Columbia Dance Academy

Programs from Columbia Dance Academy

75 programs available

Classes

Private Lessons

Private lessons may be available. Contact us to learn more about possible openings!

Mommy & Me

This creative movement class is for moms and their little ones, ages 18 months to 2 years.

Beginning Adult Movement

Dancing is for all ages! No matter your age or experience, there is always more to learn about this beautiful art!

Musical Theatre

We introduce kids ages 10 & up to the application of dance to musical theatre.

Tumbling & Acro

Tumbling is a large part of performing arts! We'll get you to the level that you need to be.

Hip Hop

At Columbia Dance Academy, we ensure we’re teaching the latest trends in hip hop dance.

Lyrical

Lyrical dance tells the story of a song through choreographed movement. CDA offers all levels of Lyrical instruction.

Ballet, Tap & Jazz

Our instructors walk you through the entire process of reaching your full potential as a ballet performer.

Creative Movement

Our preschool classes will help develop the child’s body awareness, balance, and vocabulary.

Creative Movement

Creative Movement not only improves your child’s motor skills, it enhances their self-esteem.

Creative Movement and Tap & Tumble

The 4 year old classes are Creative Movement and Tap & Tumble, taught in groups no larger that 8, lasting 45 minutes.

Creative Movement

Pre-school creative movement dance classes help develop the child’s body awareness, balance, and vocabulary, as well as increase motor skills and improve attention span, and most importantly, enhance their self-esteem. The 2/3 year old classes are Creative Movement, taught in groups no larger than 6, lasting 30 minutes.

ACRO Dance

Acro Dance is a large part of performing arts! We'll get you to the level that you need to be. Acro Dance classes are offered at beginning/intermediate and advanced levels. Students will learn acro and dance skills in a safe, careful class with skills that build on one another.

BALLET, tap & POINTE

Placement in these classes is based on experience and ability. Ballet class is required.

ballet, TAP & jazz

Placement in these classes is based on experience and ability. Ballet class is required.

ballet, tap & jazz

Placement in these classes is based on experience and ability. Ballet class is required. Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Ages 7 & UP

Ballet & TAP

Ages 5-6

Ballet & TAP

Ballet & TAP

Class Size: Up to 8 | Duration: 1 Hour

Ballet & Tap

Ballet dancing is among our most popular services. It takes many hours of hard work in order to master this skill. Offered to groups of ages 5 to 6 and 7 & up, Columbia Dance Academy Ballet & Tap classes are taught as a combo class. Class sizes are limited to 12 – 14 students.

Pre-School Ballet, Tap & Jazz Dance Classes

Pre-School Ballet, Tap & Jazz Dance Classes Our instructors walk you through the entire process of reaching your full potential as a ballet performer.

Creative Movement and Tap & Tumble

The 4 year old classes are Creative Movement and Tap & Tumble, taught in groups no larger that 8, lasting 45 minutes. Creative Movement not only improves your child’s motor skills, it enhances their self-esteem.

Level 5: Lyrical

Level 5 Lyrical class taught by BC on Mondays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.

Monday 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Level 3: Jazz

Level 3 Jazz class taught by LM on Mondays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.

Monday 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Level 4: Jazz

Level 4 Jazz class taught by BC on Mondays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm.

Monday 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Level 3: Lyrical

Level 3 Lyrical class taught by LM on Mondays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm.

Monday 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Level 4: Lyrical

Level 4 Lyrical class taught by BC on Mondays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm.

Monday 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Level 5: Jazz

Level 5 Jazz class taught by LM on Mondays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm.

Monday 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Hip Hop (Ages 11+)

Hip Hop class for ages 11 and up, taught by BC on Mondays from 8:00-9:00 pm.

Monday 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Level 5

Lyrical Dance Classes. Lyrical dance tells the story of a song through choreographed movement. This highest level class challenges experienced dancers with complex routines and performance quality.

Mondays 5PM
Jazz

Duration: 1 Hour

Mondays 5PM
Level 3

Lyrical Dance Classes. Lyrical dance tells the story of a song through choreographed movement. This class is designed for dancers with intermediate experience looking to advance their lyrical skills.

Mondays 6PM
Level 4

Lyrical Dance Classes. Lyrical dance tells the story of a song through choreographed movement. This advanced level focuses on intricate choreography and emotional expression.

Mondays 7PM
Hip Hop

Hip Hop Dance Classes Hip Hop has always been one of the most influential forms of dance. At Columbia Dance Academy, we ensure we’re teaching the latest trends in hip hop dance and continuing to build on each student’s skill sets and confidence as a dancer.

Mondays 8PM
Competition Team Rehearsal

Competition Team Rehearsal held on Saturdays with time TBD.

Time TBD
Mommy & Me (Walkers to Age 2)

Mommy & Me class for walkers to age 2, taught by SG on Saturdays from 8:30 - 9:00 am.

Saturday 8:30 am - 9:00 am
Creative Movement (Age 3)

Creative Movement class for age 3, taught by SG on Saturdays from 9:00 - 9:30 am.

Saturday 9:00 am - 9:30 am
Creative Movement: Tap & Tumble (Age 4)

Creative Movement class with Tap & Tumble for age 4, taught by SG on Saturdays from 9:45 - 10:30 am.

Saturday 9:45 am - 10:30 am
Creative Movement: Tap & Tumble

Saturdays 10:15AM
Tap & Tumble

Saturdays 10:15AM
Creative Movement

Saturdays 9AM
Creative Movement (Age 3)

Creative Movement class for age 3, taught by BR on Thursdays from 4:45 - 5:15 pm.

Thursday 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
Level 2A: Ballet & Tap

Level 2A Ballet and Tap class taught by BC/LM on Thursdays from 5:00 - 6:30 pm.

Thursday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Creative Movement: Tap & Tumble (Age 4)

Creative Movement class with Tap & Tumble for age 4, taught by BR on Thursdays from 5:15 - 6:00 pm.

Thursday 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm
Beginner/Intermediate Acro Dance

Beginner/Intermediate Acro Dance class taught by LM on Thursdays from 6:30 - 7:30 pm.

Thursday 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Level 2B: Ballet & Tap

Level 2B Ballet and Tap class taught by CD on Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.

Thursday 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Advanced Acro Dance

Advanced Acro Dance class taught by LM on Thursdays from 7:30 - 9:00 pm.

Thursday 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
MOMMY & ME CLASS

MOMMY & ME CLASSES Ages 18 months to 2 years 30 Minutes.

Thursdays 4:30p
Level 1A: Ballet & Tap (Ages 5 & 6)

Level 1A Ballet and Tap class for ages 5 and 6, taught by BR on Tuesdays from 4:15 - 5:15 pm.

Tuesday 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Level 4/5: Tap

Level 4/5 Tap class taught by LM on Tuesdays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.

Tuesday 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Level 1B: Ballet & Tap (Ages 7 & up)

Level 1B Ballet and Tap class for ages 7 and up, taught by BR on Tuesdays from 5:15 - 6:15 pm.

Tuesday 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Level 4/5: Ballet

Level 4/5 Ballet class taught by BC on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm.

Tuesday 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Lyrical 1 & 2 (Levels 1A-2B)

Lyrical class for Levels 1A-2B, taught by LM on Tuesdays from 6:15 - 7:15 pm.

Tuesday 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Level 4/5: Pre-Pointe

Level 4/5 Pre-Pointe class taught by BC on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 7:30 pm.

Tuesday 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Level 4/5: Pointe

Level 4/5 Pointe class taught by BC on Tuesdays from 7:30 -9:00 pm.

Tuesday 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Tap

Duration: 1 Hour

Tuesdays 5PM
Level 1 & 2

Lyrical Dance Classes. Lyrical dance tells the story of a song through choreographed movement. This level is suitable for beginners or those looking to refine foundational techniques.

Tuesdays 6:15PM
Lyrical Dance Classes

Lyrical dance tells the story of a song through choreographed movement. Lyrical classes offer a way to express emotions and tell a story through dance.

Tuesdays 6:15PM
Ballet

Duration: 1 Hour

Tuesdays 6PM
Pointe

Duration: 1.5 Hours

Tuesdays 7:30PM
Pre-Pointe

Duration: 30 Minutes

Tuesdays 7PM
Creative Movement (Age 3)

Creative Movement class for age 3, taught by BC on Wednesdays from 10 - 10:30 am.

Wednesday 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Creative Movement: Tap & Tumble (Age 4)

Creative Movement class with Tap & Tumble for age 4, taught by BC on Wednesdays from 10:45 - 11:30 am.

Wednesday 10:45 am - 11:30 am
Level 3: Ballet

Level 3 Ballet class taught by BC on Wednesdays from 5:15-6:15 pm.

Wednesday 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Level 1A: Ballet & Tap (Ages 5 & 6)

Level 1A Ballet and Tap class for ages 5 and 6, taught by BR on Wednesdays from 5:15 - 6:15 pm.

Wednesday 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Level 3: Tap

Level 3 Tap class taught by CD on Wednesdays from 6:15 - 7:15 pm.

Wednesday 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Jazz 1 & 2 (Levels 1A-2B)

Jazz class for Levels 1A-2B, taught by BR on Wednesdays from 6:15 - 7:15 pm.

Wednesday 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Beginning Adult Movement

Beginning Adult Movement class taught by HM on Wednesdays from 7:15 - 8:15 pm.

Wednesday 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm
Musical Theatre (Level 3-5)

Musical Theatre class for Level 3-5 students, taught by CD on Wednesdays from 7:15 - 8:15 pm.

Wednesday 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm
ballet

Duration: 1 Hour

Wednesdays 5:15PM
tap

Duration: 1 Hour

Wednesdays 6:15PM
BEGINNING ADULT MOVEMENT

No matter your age or experience, there is always more to learn about this beautiful art! Dancing is for all ages! Our kid's dance school is among the best, and so are our adult lessons. Columbia Dance Academy wants to work with you, regardless of your age. Classes are for beginning/intermediate levels. Drop-ins welcome!

Wednesdays 7:15PM
Musical Theater (Levels 3-5)

Wednesdays 7:15PM
Musical Theatre Class

Musical theatre explores the development of concentration of mind and body. Our instructors help students develop skills for combining dialogue, song, and dance to tell a story, while also giving them skills for developing their abilities to improve concentration of mind and body. We introduce kids ages 10 & up to the application of dance to musical theatre.

Wednesdays 7:15PM
MOMMY & ME: BEGINNING MOVEMENT

MOMMY & ME CLASS IS ALL ABOUT YOU AND YOUR LITTLE ONE CONNECTING THROUGH CREATIVE MOVEMENT.

Wednesdays 9:30a

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Columbia Dance Academy?

Call Columbia Dance Academy at (573) 489-4809 or visit http://www.cda-catt.com/?fbclid=IwAR3HLzDAGQavzQ5JcJNIg6rdA2ouwCaxIKR5b0JOis9zDk04dAYHH26Xx_I.

What city is Columbia Dance Academy in?

Columbia Dance Academy is in Columbia, Missouri.

Does Columbia Dance Academy have evening hours?

Yes, Columbia Dance Academy offers evening hours. Monday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM, Tuesday: 9:30 - 11:30 AM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Wednesday: 9:30 - 11:30 AM, 5:00 - 8:30 PM, Thursday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Saturday: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM.

Does Columbia Dance Academy have Saturday classes?

Yes, Columbia Dance Academy is open Saturdays: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM.

Does Columbia Dance Academy have a website?

Yes, you can find Columbia Dance Academy online at http://www.cda-catt.com/?fbclid=IwAR3HLzDAGQavzQ5JcJNIg6rdA2ouwCaxIKR5b0JOis9zDk04dAYHH26Xx_I.