mission
At Woodland Fine Arts Academy, our Dance Program exists to cultivate a love for dance while developing skill, discipline, and character in a Christ-centered environment. We are committed to providing excellent, age-appropriate instruction that encourages creativity, confidence, and community. Through technique, performance, and worship, we seek to inspire each dancer to use their God-given gifts to glorify Him—on stage and in life.
dance class offerings
Class Offerings for K-12th Grades
combo classes
Combination classes are a great way for students to experience different types of dance.
ballet & Creative movement
K-2nd Grades
Dancers will be introduced to beginning ballet terminology, barre and center work as well as creative movement through exploration of shape, space, time and energy. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer!
Dancers will be introduced to beginning ballet terminology, barre and center work as well as creative movement through exploration of shape, space, time and energy. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer!
ballet & Jazz
K-2nd Grades
This class will introduce basic technique of both ballet and jazz. Dancers will get to explore the poise, control and postures of ballet and enjoy fun grooves and steps of jazz. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer.
This class will introduce basic technique of both ballet and jazz. Dancers will get to explore the poise, control and postures of ballet and enjoy fun grooves and steps of jazz. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer.
ballet & tap
K-2nd Grades
They will be instructed in the basics of ballet and tap. They will also be introduced to the ballet barre and become familiar with dance terminology. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer.
They will be instructed in the basics of ballet and tap. They will also be introduced to the ballet barre and become familiar with dance terminology. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer.
jazz & hip hop
K-2nd Grades
This class will have a focus on coordination, isolations, balance, flexibility, stretch and core strength, as well as on rhythm, timing, directional changes, levels and execution. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer!
This class will have a focus on coordination, isolations, balance, flexibility, stretch and core strength, as well as on rhythm, timing, directional changes, levels and execution. This is a great class to help introduce and develop your future dancer!
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leveled, beginner & intermediate classes
New to our academy? Learn more here about our leveling process.
BALLET
Levels 1-5, Beginner & Intermediate
- Level 1 - K-2nd Grades
- Levels 2-5 - Teacher Assessed
- Beginner - 3rd-12th Grades
- Intermediate - Teacher Assessed
contemporary modern
Levels 1-5, Beginner & Intermediate
- Level 1 - K-2nd Grades
- Levels 2-5 - Teacher Assessed
- Levels 4 & 5 require an additional technique class of Ballet or Jazz
- Levels 4 & 5 require an additional technique class of Ballet or Jazz
- Beginner - 3rd-12th Grades
- Intermediate - Teacher Assessed
hip hop
Levels 1-5, Beginner
- Level 1 - K-2nd Grades
- Level 2 - Teacher Assessed
- Level 3 - Teacher Assessed
- Level 4 & 5 - Teacher Assessed
- Beginner - 3rd-12th Grades
jazz
Levels Offered:
Classes progress through a structured warm-up, center exercises, across-the-floor progressions, and combinations designed to reinforce proper technique and artistry. Dancers will develop confidence, precision, and versatility while exploring the energy and performance aspects that make jazz dance both exciting and expressive.
Jazz 4 & 5 with Leaps & Turns
As part of the Jazz 4 & 5 curriculum, dancers receive focused training in leaps and turns to further develop technique, strength, flexibility, coordination, and alignment. This training breaks down the mechanics of advanced movement skills, helping dancers achieve greater control, power, and consistency in their execution.
- Level 1: Kindergarten–2nd Grade
- Levels 2–5: Placement by teacher assessment
- Beginner: 3rd–12th Grade (no prior experience required)
- Intermediate: Placement by teacher assessment
- Dancers enrolled in Levels 4 & 5 must also be enrolled in Ballet or Contemporary/Modern Technique.
- Jazz 4 & 5 includes Leaps & Turns training as part of the curriculum.
Classes progress through a structured warm-up, center exercises, across-the-floor progressions, and combinations designed to reinforce proper technique and artistry. Dancers will develop confidence, precision, and versatility while exploring the energy and performance aspects that make jazz dance both exciting and expressive.
Jazz 4 & 5 with Leaps & Turns
As part of the Jazz 4 & 5 curriculum, dancers receive focused training in leaps and turns to further develop technique, strength, flexibility, coordination, and alignment. This training breaks down the mechanics of advanced movement skills, helping dancers achieve greater control, power, and consistency in their execution.
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upper level specialty classes
pre-pointe
Eligibility: Ballet 3 & dancers
This Pre-pointe class is designed as preparation for dancers who are desiring to progress to pointe work. Dancers will work on technique and exercises designed for strengthening the legs, ankles, feet and core. In preparation of pointe work, special attention will also be paid to alignment, joint stability, and core strength. We will cover the parts of a pointe shoe, how to properly sew ribbons and elastic, and healthy toenail/foot care. This class is a prerequisite for any pointe classes. Dancers who are over 13 years of age will be assessed for pointe shoe readiness. If the teacher assesses that they are properly prepared for pointe shoes the dancer will continue in the pre-pointe class while using their pointe shoes.
This Pre-pointe class is designed as preparation for dancers who are desiring to progress to pointe work. Dancers will work on technique and exercises designed for strengthening the legs, ankles, feet and core. In preparation of pointe work, special attention will also be paid to alignment, joint stability, and core strength. We will cover the parts of a pointe shoe, how to properly sew ribbons and elastic, and healthy toenail/foot care. This class is a prerequisite for any pointe classes. Dancers who are over 13 years of age will be assessed for pointe shoe readiness. If the teacher assesses that they are properly prepared for pointe shoes the dancer will continue in the pre-pointe class while using their pointe shoes.
pointe
Beginner & Intermediate
Eligibility: Ballet 4 & Ballet 5 dancers
Pointe work is an exciting milestone in a dancer's training and requires a strong technical foundation, proper alignment, strength, and maturity. This class focuses on developing the skills necessary for safe and successful pointe work while continuing to refine classical ballet technique.
Students enrolled in Ballet 4 and Ballet 5 may participate in pointe class; however, enrollment does not automatically indicate readiness for pointe shoes. Dancers will be evaluated individually through our pointe readiness process and approved for pointe work when they demonstrate the necessary strength, technique, alignment, and overall preparedness for the demands of dancing en pointe.
Our priority is ensuring that each dancer begins pointe training at the appropriate time so they can progress safely, confidently, and successfully.
Eligibility: Ballet 4 & Ballet 5 dancers
Pointe work is an exciting milestone in a dancer's training and requires a strong technical foundation, proper alignment, strength, and maturity. This class focuses on developing the skills necessary for safe and successful pointe work while continuing to refine classical ballet technique.
Students enrolled in Ballet 4 and Ballet 5 may participate in pointe class; however, enrollment does not automatically indicate readiness for pointe shoes. Dancers will be evaluated individually through our pointe readiness process and approved for pointe work when they demonstrate the necessary strength, technique, alignment, and overall preparedness for the demands of dancing en pointe.
Our priority is ensuring that each dancer begins pointe training at the appropriate time so they can progress safely, confidently, and successfully.
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Leveled Class Information
All school-age students begin in either Level 1 or a beginner class and progress through the levels based on teacher recommendation and assessment, unless the child has previous dance experience elsewhere.
During the first two weeks of class, teachers carefully assess all students to confirm placement. This reassessment period ensures each child is in the level that best supports their growth. If a different level is recommended, the teacher will initiate the change.
If your child has not yet been placed in a class level and has previous experience in the specific dance style within our program, please email [email protected] with a request for how to be assessed.
This does not apply to combo classes, beginner classes, or age-based classes.
During the first two weeks of class, teachers carefully assess all students to confirm placement. This reassessment period ensures each child is in the level that best supports their growth. If a different level is recommended, the teacher will initiate the change.
If your child has not yet been placed in a class level and has previous experience in the specific dance style within our program, please email [email protected] with a request for how to be assessed.
This does not apply to combo classes, beginner classes, or age-based classes.
Photo Credit: Heartwing Photography
'26-'27 Dance Showcase Dates
Part 1 Dance Showcase:
Part 1 Dance Showcase Dress Rehearsal: Friday, April 23rd 4:30pm-8:30pm
Part 2 Dance Showcase:
Part 2 Dance Showcase Dress Rehearsal: Tuesday, April 20th 5:00pm-9:00pm
Part 1 Dance Showcase Dress Rehearsal: Friday, April 23rd 4:30pm-8:30pm
- Dress Rehearsal is mandatory in order to perform in the showcase.
Part 2 Dance Showcase:
Part 2 Dance Showcase Dress Rehearsal: Tuesday, April 20th 5:00pm-9:00pm
- Dress Rehearsal is mandatory in order to perform in the showcase.
benefits of dance education
- Develops strength, flexibility, coordination, endurance, and body awareness.
- Improves balance, posture, and overall physical fitness.
- Encourages creativity, self-expression, and emotional well-being.
- Builds confidence, self-awareness, and resilience.
- Fosters teamwork, communication, and positive social interaction.
- Strengthens problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and creative movement exploration.
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