Polaris Dance Theatre

All Access Program – is dedicated to the belief that every “body,” no matter age or ability, can and should dance. We believe that every “body” has the potential to explore movement, and the right to experience empowerment and healing through dance. Our All Access classes help individuals develop a deeper level of awareness and creative play within their bodies, providing a safe space to explore movement with others.

Throughout the year, Polaris provides free classes, performances, and programming for the public. Some examples of Free to Dance in action include: free performances for public schools and non-profit organizations, a free day of dance classes held periodically throughout the year, an annual dance festival providing free dance classes and performances, open rehearsal events, and more!

To help make dance more accessible, we offer free dance opportunities throughout the year, in an effort to expose more people to the healing benefits of dance, and as a means of investing back into our community.

Polaris provides these children with dance and vocal classes and workshops, taught by local instructors and choreographers. The children are also given performance opportunities, allowing them to share traditional Chinese dances with American audiences.

The All Access Dance program is dedicated to the belief that every “body,” no matter age or ability, can and should dance. We believe that every “body” has the potential to explore movement, and the right to experience empowerment and healing through dance.

All Access Movement is a dance class suitable for all ages and abilities.

Adult Contemporary is a dance class for adults.

Senior Dance is a dance class for seniors.

Hip-Hop 2 is a dance class for ages 9-11.

Hip-Hop 3 is a dance class for ages 12+.

Creative Movement 1 for ages 3-5 years old.

Creative Movement class for ages 3-5 years old, focusing on foundational movement skills and imagination.

Creative Movement 1 is a dance class for ages 3-5.

Hip-Hop 1 class for ages 6-8 years old.

Introduction to Hip-Hop dance for children aged 6-8 years old, covering basic steps and rhythms.

Hip-Hop 1 is a dance class for ages 6-8.

Hip-Hop 2 class for ages 9-11 years old.

Intermediate Hip-Hop class for students aged 9-11 years old, building on foundational techniques and choreography.

Hip-Hop 3 class for ages 12+ years old.

Advanced Hip-Hop class for students aged 12 years and older, focusing on complex choreography and performance.

Pointe/Pre-Pointe is a dance class for ages 11+.

Pointe/Pre-Pointe class for ages 11+ years old. All students are Pre-pointe until approved by Instructor.

Adult Contemporary class, multi-level, available on a drop-in basis. NO CLASS AUGUST.

Pointe and Pre-Pointe class for students aged 11 years and older, focusing on proper technique and conditioning for pointe work.

Adult Contemporary dance class suitable for all levels, encouraging improvisation and expressive movement exploration.

Adult Contemporary class will focus on movement with influences from Ballet, Horton, Jazz, and Limón techniques. The class will start with a gentle warm-up built on a Ballet foundation then accelerate to athletic full-body combinations across the floor and in center. This class is guaranteed to put a smile on your face while you build strength and stamina .

Basic Ballet is a 1 hour class focused on the basics of beginning ballet technique. Movement level modifications will be provided. This class is perfect for beginning teens, adults and seniors. Come connect and move!

Career Track Ballet 2 is an intermediate technique class for ages 10+.

Contemporary 2 is a contemporary dance class for ages 10-12.

Career Track Ballet 3 is an advanced technique class for ages 13+ and requires approval by the instructor.

Career Track Ballet for ages 10-12 years old.

Contemporary 3 class for ages 12+ years old.

Ballet class for students aged 10-12 years old, focused on building strong technical foundation for potential future dance careers.

Advanced Contemporary dance class for students aged 12 years and older, exploring intricate movements and artistic expression.

Career Track Ballet for ages 13+ years old, focusing on Intermediate Technique.

Contemporary 2 class for ages 9-11 years old.

Intermediate technique ballet class for students aged 13 years and older, designed to enhance technical proficiency and artistry.

Intermediate Contemporary dance class for students aged 9-11 years old, developing fluidity and expressive qualities.

Aerial 1 Tween/Teen class, beginning level.

Beginning Aerial class specifically for tweens and teens, introducing aerial silks and apparatus with a focus on safety.

Aerial 1 & 1/2 is a dance class for tween and teen students.

Aerial 3/Training Company class, advanced level.

Advanced Aerial class and training company for experienced dancers, focusing on complex routines and performance readiness.

Aerial 3/Training is an advanced aerial class for ages 13+.

Aerial 1/2 is an aerial dance class for ages 7-10.

Aerial 3/Training is a dance class for ages 13+ and requires approval by the instructor.

Aerial 3 is an aerial dance class for ages 12+.

Aerial 2/3 is an aerial dance class for ages 10+.

Aerial 1/2 class for ages 7-10 years old.

Beginner to intermediate Aerial class for ages 7-10 years old, introducing basic aerial silks and apparatus techniques.

Aerial 3/Training Company class, by invitation.

Advanced Aerial class and training company for students by invitation, focusing on high-level technique and performance.

Aerial 3 class for ages 12+ years old.

Advanced Aerial class for students aged 12 years and older, refining technique and exploring complex aerial artistry.

Aerial 2 class for ages 10+ years old.

Intermediate Aerial class for students aged 10 years and older, building on fundamental aerial skills and conditioning.

Ballet/Contemporary 1 is a dance class for ages 5-7.

Ballet 1/2 is a dance class for 8-10 year olds.

Senior Dance class for adults, available on a drop-in basis. NO CLASS AUGUST.

Dance class designed for senior adults, offering a fun and engaging way to stay active and express through movement.

Senior Dance is an hour of focusing on full body movement. The class focuses on movement with influences from Ballet, Horton, Jazz, and Limón techniques. Senior Dance blends technique, strength building, stability, and core conditioning designed for the mature body. Movement level modifications will be provided. This class is perfect for the adults to seniors.

Ballet 1 class for ages 5-7 years old.

Beginner Ballet class for children aged 5-7 years old, introducing basic ballet positions and terminology.

Ballet 1/2 class for ages 7-10 years old.

Beginner to intermediate Ballet class for children aged 7-10 years old, building upon foundational ballet techniques.

This three-day outdoor summer festival is held every year at Director Park in downtown Portland, and celebrates the rich diversity of dance in our city and beyond. The festival is open to the public and offers free dance performances and classes presented by a multitude of local, regional and national companies.