Creative Arts Center of Helena - Dance studio in Helena, Montana
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Creative Arts Center of Helena

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718 Logan Street

Helena, Montana 59601

17 programs

About Creative Arts Center of Helena

Since 1985, the Creative Arts Center of Helena, located in Helena, Montana, has been a cornerstone for fostering artistic growth and individual creativity. Dedicated to the holistic development of students of all ages, the center celebrates the success found in the willingness to try. Our diverse program offerings cater to a wide range of ages and skill levels, including Creative Movement (ages 3-4) and Pre-Ballet (5-6). Older students can delve into foundational and advanced training across Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Modern, and Musical Theater. The Creative Arts Center is also proud to be the home of Premiere Dance Company, a non-profit organization committed to enriching dance training and performance opportunities for young dancers in the Helena area. Through Premiere Dance Company, students gain invaluable experience in professional settings, aiding in potential career decisions, and contribute to high-quality community dance productions. A cherished tradition for three decades, the annual presentation of The Nutcracker is a highlight, alongside other spring productions. Premiere Dance Company further supports its dancers through scholarships for summer dance programs. We emphasize consistent attendance for progress and proper warm-up, with clear policies for missed classes. The center ensures costume costs are minimized and fosters a supportive environment where students can stay between classes. Families can plan effectively with clear tuition and payment policies for the 2025-26 season.

Styles offered at Creative Arts Center of Helena

Programs from Creative Arts Center of Helena

17 programs available

Classes

Classes

Musical Theater

Modern

Tap

Jazz

Pre-Ballet

Creative Movement

Ballet

Pointe

Pointe is for those students who demonstrate a clear understanding of proper execution of ballet technique. Students prepare for pointe work with every class they attend throughout their training. A required Alignment class is offered for pointe candidates. The class focuses on strengthening the back and abdominal muscles. The dancer’s ability to maintain proper alignment of the torso is essential to pointe work. Students will be counseled on their progress in the fall and new pointe students generally begin pointe work in January. Pointe students are required to attend three ballet classes per week.

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, and Musical Theater

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, and Musical Theater classes are carefully graded by the age and ability of each student. Students are promoted according to their individual progress. Students are encouraged to attend all classes of their level to assure consistency in their training. All students are encouraged to attend ballet class, though not required, as ballet technique is very beneficial to other dancer styles.

Pre-Ballet

Pre-Ballet is designed to nurture the love for dance that comes naturally to many 5 and 6-year-olds. These young dancers are introduced to ballet vocabulary and basic ballet technique. While focusing on body alignment, the students are asked to challenge their dance and movement skills while learning ballet etiquette and the stories of classical ballets.

Creative Movement

Creative Movement is designed for 3 and 4 year-olds and focuses on improving loco-motor skills, building a movement vocabulary and exploring music and rhythms. Most importantly, the class allows each child to explore his/her own creativity.

All other classes
$20-$35 depending on costume

All other classes: $20-$35 depending on costume. Students in other classes perform a piece of their instructor’s choice.

Ballet
$60.00

Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and Ballet students are given roles in a story ballet, usually a well-known fairy tale. Students in other classes perform a piece of their instructor’s choice.

Pre-Ballet
$60.00

Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and Ballet students are given roles in a story ballet, usually a well-known fairy tale. Students in other classes perform a piece of their instructor’s choice.

Creative Movement
$60.00

Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and Ballet students are given roles in a story ballet, usually a well-known fairy tale. Students in other classes perform a piece of their instructor’s choice.

Courses

Premiere Dance Company’s The Nutcracker


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Creative Arts Center of Helena?

Call Creative Arts Center of Helena at (406) 442-6519 or visit http://dancehelena.com/.

How much do classes cost at Creative Arts Center of Helena?

Classes at Creative Arts Center of Helena start at $60.

Does Creative Arts Center of Helena have a website?

Yes, you can find Creative Arts Center of Helena online at http://dancehelena.com/.

What are Creative Arts Center of Helena's prices?

Classes at Creative Arts Center of Helena start at $60.

What is the best way to contact Creative Arts Center of Helena?

The quickest way is to call (406) 442-6519 or visit http://dancehelena.com/.