Dancearts of Columbia

Master classes are scheduled on a case-by-case basis according to when certain teachers and choreographers are available. These classes are often taught by guest choreographers, which gives students the opportunity to learn from new teachers and grow in a variety of styles! Classes will be announced on social media, our newsletter, and this page. Past master classes have featured instructors from Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Louisville, St. Louis, and Kansas City.

Master Classes are scheduled on a case-by-case basis according to when certain teachers and choreographers are available. These classes are often taught by guest choreographers, which gives students the opportunity to learn from new teachers and grow in a variety of styles.

This class aims at building/toning muscle through body weight exercises as well as exercises with equipment (light weights, resistance bands, etc.). Sole focus on your core section with modifications available for any level.

Similar to Kinderdance 1, but at a faster pace and higher skill level. This class is for dancers ages 5-6 who have had at least one whole year of Kinderdance 1.

A 60-minute class consisting of 30 minutes of ballet followed by 30 minutes of tap. This class is for age four with 1 year of Creative Movement and for new students ages five to six. This class performs in both the Holiday Concert and the annual Spring Recital.

A 45-minute class for ages 3-5 in which students learn basic ballet positions and movements. Dancers work on coordination, memory, and following directions in a classroom setting. This class gets to perform at the Holiday Concert and the annual Spring Recital.

A combination between Twinkle Toes and Creative Movement decided to suit the needs of the students best determined by the instructor depending on enrollment

A 30-minute class for ages 2-3. This is a pre-Creative Movement class where students will learn basic ballet positions and coordination while developing their imagination and motor skills. This class does NOT perform in any recitals.

A pre-competition prep class designed to take young students' technique to the next level. Previous dance experience is highly recommended. Open to ages 5+.

A popular style that is funky and upbeat. Hip-Hop changes with the social times but continues on with a technical base. Dancers learn elements like isolations and popping. An important piece of learning this style is already having an established dance technique, so at least one year of jazz is recommended before taking. Hip-Hop is offered for ages 7 and older.

Goals of this class are to increase strength and range of motion, and to improve jumps, leaps, and turns. Previous jazz and/or ballet experience are required. Students must have two years of dance experience for Level 1 and four years of dance experience for Level 2.

This is a classical style that uses techniques from Cunningham, Horton, and Graham, among others. Ballet technique is imperative to modern dance. Lines are crucial to these stylistic movements. Classes are available to beginners who are 12+, advanced dancers, and adults.

Expressive classes that incorporate ballet and jazz technique to create emotional movement. This class includes focuses on technique, using the music, short combinations, and improvisation. These styles are now offered for ages 7 and older.

An upbeat and fun class that works to build style in dancers through musicality and technique. In jazz class, students learn weight and directional change, isolation, turns, kicks, leaps, and performance. Ballet experience is recommended before taking a jazz class, but there are classes for beginners through advanced. Jazz is offered for ages 7 and older.

A class working to build rhythm in dancers with classical tap technique. This class focuses on teaching tap technique, performance, and rhythm and musicality. Tap is offered for ages 5 and older.

This class ranges from beginning to advanced levels, including classes for adults. The class focuses on ballet technique, including positions, barre, and floor work. Dancers will learn how to present themselves on stage with classic technique. Ballet is offered for ages 5 and older.

Created for ages 8 and older, each of these workshops takes place for one week, giving dancers experience in a variety of dance styles and levels. Guest teachers are brought in whenever possible, giving students ample opportunity to grow as dancers by learning from new instructors.

Join us for Summer Intensive 2026! Dates TBA. Summer Intensive takes place for one week in the summer and gives dancers experience in a variety of dance styles and levels. Most classes are taught by guest instructors. Past workshops have featured instructors from New York, Chicago, Louisville, St. Louis, Kansas City, and more. Classes include ballet, jazz, tap, modern, hip-hop, musical theatre, lyrical/contemporary, stretch/strengthen, and leaps/turns.

Mini Dance Camp is a week-long summer program for dancers age 4-12. Each day is filled with a variety of back-to-back dance classes, crafts, and games. Classes include Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hip-Hop, and Tricks! Campers have the option to enroll in morning, afternoon, or all day sessions.

Mini Dance Camp is a week-long summer workshop for dancers ages 12 and under. Each day is filled with a variety of back-to-back dance classes, crafts, and games! Campers have the option to enroll in mornings, afternoons, or all day sessions. It is strongly recommended members of the Competition Team attend.

We are excited to announce Dancing Into Summer, a brand new program for students ages 4 - 12! This program includes dancing, photo booths, fun with puppets, and more! Students sign up per day, rather than for the whole week.