Academy of Dance - Dance studio in Palestine, Texas
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Academy of Dance

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1220 North Link Street

Palestine, Texas 75803

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 - 7:30 PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
27 programs

About Academy of Dance

Academy of Dance, nestled in Palestine, Texas, has been a vibrant hub for aspiring dancers of all ages since its establishment in 1985. This fourth-generation studio is dedicated to fostering a love for dance through a comprehensive curriculum, offering a diverse range of classes for students from 2.5 years old up to 18. Explore foundational techniques in classical ballet, including barre and center work, with opportunities for pointe work subject to teacher approval. Discover the energetic rhythms of tap and jazz, both offered for ages five and up, alongside the expressive movements of lyrical and contemporary dance for students aged eight and older. For those interested in urban movement, a hip-hop class is available for ages six and up, focusing on quick, sharp moves and athletic stunts. Specialized programs like the Lil' Stars Program (ages 2-3), Shooting Stars (ages 3-4), and Shining Stars (ages 5-7) cater to younger dancers, while older students aged 8-12 and 13-18 can develop their skills in programs such as Rising Stars and Super Nova. Academy of Dance also features a specialized barre class to refine technique. Beyond a broad range of classes, the studio boasts an award-winning competition team for those seeking advanced training and performance opportunities. Instructors are committed to nurturing each student's potential, building self-confidence, developing lifelong friendships, and imparting essential physical abilities and knowledge for a well-rounded dance education. Whether a dancer's aspirations lie in professional careers or simply the joy of movement, Academy of Dance guides them with expertise and passion, inspiring a lifelong love for dance.

Styles offered at Academy of Dance

Programs from Academy of Dance

27 programs available

Classes

Pre-school combo
$75.00

Pre-school combo (5 and younger) are required to attend twice a week at a discounted rate.

Gymnastics

Jazz

Children taking tap and jazz classes may wear jazz pants, dance shorts, dance shirts, etc., as long as it is dance wear. Proper attire is to be worn at all times. This means dance clothes- not play clothes, jeans, or T-shirts.

Tap

Children taking tap and jazz classes may wear jazz pants, dance shorts, dance shirts, etc., as long as it is dance wear. Proper attire is to be worn at all times. This means dance clothes- not play clothes, jeans, or T-shirts.

Ballet

Children taking ballet should wear a black ballet leotard, skirts optional and pink tights for class. Proper attire is to be worn at all times. This means dance clothes- not play clothes, jeans, or T-shirts.

turns & leaps

This specialty class concentrates primarily on turning technique to improve turns such as pirouettes, attitude turns, and fouettes. The class will also focus on improving jumps and leaps including jetes, Russians, and switch leaps.

lyrical/contemporary

Lyrical dance combines the grace of ballet and jazz. The style shows great emotion through the art of dance as students learn to dance to the lyrics of music. You must be 8 years of age, or have teacher permission, and take ballet and jazz in order to take this class.

hip-hop

An urban dance style involving quick, sharp moves and athletic-type stunts starting at the age of 6.

Jazz

Jazz classes explore varieties of dance styles, and start at the age of five.

tap

Theater and Rhythm tap classes are offered to tappers of all ages and levels starting at 5 years old.

pointe

This class is by teacher approval only. New students wishing to take this class will be evaluated by their instructor. Students are required to take at least two other ballet classes in addition to the pointe class, must be at least 11 years old and have had extensive ballet training.

ballet class

WADA offers a classical ballet program to dancers 5 years and older. Dancers will learn ballet technique through barre and center work. Combinations will become progressively more complicated as the dancer excels.

super nova

At this age our dancers experience starts to vary a bit more. Because of this we offer many different styles of dance based on a particular dancers skill level. At this age they have the technical aspect of ballet, tap and jazz but also have the ability to begin dance in multiple stylistic classes, including lyrical, contemporary and hip hop.

rising stars

shining stars program

Our Shining Stars Program is a fantastic 5-7 year old program that is designed and dedicated to provide an engaging atmosphere that keeps your little one twirling, rolling and shuffling for an entire hour. Our Shining Star class includes ballet, tap and jazz with an additional option of hip hop! The dancers not only learn proper age appropriate technique, but they build their self-confidence, meet amazing new friends, and will fall in love with the beautiful art of dance.

shooting stars program

Our Shooting Stars Program is set up for our Pre-k and kindergarten dancers ranging in age from 3-4. This program is designed to bring the magic of dance to the classroom while engaging in fun activities throughout class to keep the creativity flowing throughout! Dancers will learn positions, terminology, and beginner movement in a fun, fluid, and engaging atmosphere.

lil’ stars program

Our Lil Stars Program is set up for our Pre-k dancers ranging in age from 2-3. They will be trained in ballet and tap while keeping their creativity flowing using props such as scarves, teddy bears and rhythm sticks. Dancers will learn positions, terminology, and elementary movement such as plies, shuffles, and tendus in a fun, fluid, and engaging atmosphere.

Pre-school combo
$75.00

Pre-school children should be brought to and picked up at the door. Pre-school combo (5 and younger) are required to attend twice a week at a discounted rate. Children taking ballet should wear a black ballet leotard, skirts optional and pink tights for class.

Gymnastics

All shoes MUST be bought from the Dance Shoppe to ensure proper fit and the proper type of shoe. Hair is to be pulled back for all classes. Practice is a must if you want your child to learn and improve.

Jazz

Children taking tap and jazz classes may wear jazz pants, dance shorts, dance shirts, etc., as long as it is dance wear. All shoes MUST be bought from the Dance Shoppe to ensure proper fit and the proper type of shoe. Hair is to be pulled back for all classes. Practice is a must if you want your child to learn and improve.

Tap

Children taking tap and jazz classes may wear jazz pants, dance shorts, dance shirts, etc., as long as it is dance wear. All shoes MUST be bought from the Dance Shoppe to ensure proper fit and the proper type of shoe. Hair is to be pulled back for all classes. Practice is a must if you want your child to learn and improve.

Ballet

Children taking ballet should wear a black ballet leotard, skirts optional and pink tights for class. All shoes MUST be bought from the Dance Shoppe to ensure proper fit and the proper type of shoe. Hair is to be pulled back for all classes. Practice is a must if you want your child to learn and improve.

rising stars

At this age our dancers experience starts to vary a bit more. Because of this we offer many different styles of dance based on a particular dancers skill level. At this age they have the technical aspect of ballet, tap and jazz but also have the ability to begin dance in multiple stylistic classes, including lyrical, contemporary and hip hop.

shining stars program

Our Shining Stars Program is a fantastic 5-7 year old program that is designed and dedicated to provide an engaging atmosphere that keeps your little one twirling, rolling and shuffling for an entire hour. Our Shining Star class includes ballet, tap and jazz with an additional option of hip hop!

Technique Week
$140.00

This is a technique intensive for our 8 an up dancers! These dancers will train in ballet, jazz, lyrical, stretch, tone, PBT and more!

Camps

Mermaids and Pirates Camp
$120.00

Argh Matey! Who is going to walk the plank and dance like a mermaid with me this week?! Dancing, crafting and mermaid games! This week will be a blast!

Unicorns and Rainbows Camp
$120.00

We are so excited for you to join us for our Unicorns and Rainbows Camp! We will be dancing, crafting and doing so many fun things! Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Academy of Dance?

Call Academy of Dance at (903) 729-5122 or visit http://academyofdance-palestine.com/.

What days is Academy of Dance open?

Academy of Dance is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

What are Academy of Dance's prices?

Classes at Academy of Dance range from $75 to $140.

Does Academy of Dance have a website?

Yes, you can find Academy of Dance online at http://academyofdance-palestine.com/.

Does Academy of Dance have evening hours?

Yes, Academy of Dance offers evening hours. Monday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Tuesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Wednesday: 4:00 - 8:30 PM, Thursday: 4:00 - 7:30 PM.