APAC Dance RI

Our competitive teams offer additional training and performances. Along with furthering technique and stage presence, team members gain self-confidence, self-discipline, and lasting friendships. Experience the joy of performing at various events while working together and growing as dancers. Our teams compete in 2 to 3 regional competitions, attend conventions, and compete at Nationals!

Drums Alive Ability Beats Is for Everyone: No Participant Is Left Behind! This fun, all-abilities, class is a mixture of drums, movement ,and rhythm. This original, unique, one of a kind, EVIDENCE-BASED program encompasses a “Whole Mind, Whole Body” approach while fostering individual creativity in a fun and enriched environment in which respect, appreciation and understanding is encouraged and cultivated.

Our primary combo program is for children ages 6-8. This 1.5 hour class teaches the fundamentals of ballet, tap and jazz. Dancers in this level gain flexibility, technique and rhythm in a positive, age appropriate setting. It is offered Thursdays 5:15-6:45 or Saturdays 11:30-1:00. Please see tuition schedule at the bottom of the page.

Our preschool program is for children ages 3-5. This 45 minute class combines music, movement, dance and fun while building confidence and coordination. This combo class incorporates ballet and tap. It is offered Thursdays from 4:30-5:15 or Saturdays from 10:45-11:30 . Please see tuition schedule at bottom of page.

Acro focuses on increased strength, power, control and proper skill execution. Skills include cartwheels, walkovers, stands and more!

This combo class is for children ages 6-9. This upbeat, 1 hour intro to hip hop and acro emphasizes isolations, rhythm and self expression, as well as flexibility and strength. It is offered on Mondays 4:30-5:30 . Please see tuition schedule at bottom of page.

Our Hip Hop classes explore a wide variety of skills and styles while building strength ,endurance, self-expression and rhythm.

This preschool class is for children ages 3-5. It increases flexibility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, self-discipline, and confidence. This 45 minute introduction to acro and hip hop is offered Mondays 5:30-6:15 . Please see tuition schedule at bottom of the page.

Jazz class focuses on learning proper technique, rhythm, isolations of the body, flexibility and strength.

No Limits is an adaptive dance class for children with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Class is kept small to allow for a more focused learning experience and optional parental participation. This 45 minute class explores ballet, jazz and hip hop while using props, music and movement. Exercises include warm-up (spatial awareness), stretching, across the floor (gross motor skills), games (cooperation), and choreography (self-expression, memory building). We believe everyone deserves a chance to dance!

Introduce your child to the magical world of movement and music! Our Parents and Peeps dance class is designed to help your child develop social, motor, and cognitive skills throughout their toddler years. This class is available to children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregiver. Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, family friends, and more – if you and your child want to experience the joy of dancing, our Parents and Peeps class is the choice for you! Parents and Peeps is offered Saturdays from 10:00-10:45 . Please see tuition schedule at bottom of page.

Lyrical is a fluid combination of ballet and jazz that challenges students to interpret music and express emotion.

Tap class is designed to develop rhythm, style and sound clarity. Exercises focus on building flexibility of the knees and ankles, coordination, and speed of movement.

Come enjoy the excitement and beauty of classical ballet. Our ballet program focuses on terminology and technique through the execution of barre work, center and across the floor exercises. Pointe is an extension of serious training.

Contemporary class includes floor work, improvisation, versatility of body lines, and dynamic movements. This style allows students more mature artist freedom.

Dancers learn to properly stretch and strengthen their muscles in order to improve overall range of motion and control of their bodies. This class includes stretch and strength, PBT, tricks, and jumps and turns.

Step into the spotlight in our musical theatre class for ages 9-12! This high energy class blends dancing and acting together to bring the magic of Broadway to APAC.

This inclusive yoga class is open to everyone regardless of age or ability. Poses are adaptable for different abilities, making it accessible and inclusive. Focused on gentle movement, balance and breathwork, this class offers a supportive space for improving flexibility, strength and relaxation.