Dance Studio in Phoenix, AZ
Ascend Dance Academy offers kids the opportunity to learn about the beauty of movement at our top-quality dance studios in Phoenix, AZ. Our age-based curriculum prepares students to enter the professional world of dance, pushing the limits of their creativity and providing an opportunity for children to explore a wide variety of dance styles. Our focus is on technique and performance training in all dance disciplines, with ballet taught by ABT certified teachers.
Dance Classes for Children Ages 2-18
At Ascend Dance Academy we offer classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Broadway, and Pilates to children ages 2 to 18 years. Our focus is on technique and performance training in all disciplines, and we give our students a chance to showcase their hard work with performances throughout the year. Our Ballet classes are based on the American Ballet Theatre® National Training Curriculum: an age-appropriate system with outcome-based guidelines that help students continually improve their skills. We have three program offerings based on age and development. Our Sprout Program, for our youngest dancers aged 2 to 5, teaches the basics of rhythmic movement and creative play. Dancers progress to the Leap Program; a specialized curriculum for children ages 5 to 7 introducing ballet and jazz techniques. Dancers age 7 and up enroll in our Peak Program. This is an all-inclusive program that gives students plenty of opportunities to learn a variety of dance styles including Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Modern, Broadway, Pilates, Tap and Jazz Funk. We also offer open dance opportunities for our older students, and private lessons are available for dancers who want more specialized training or are looking to gain a competitive edge. Regardless of age or skill level, we aim to instill in our students a passion for movement that stays with them their whole lives.
Programs
Sprout
Designed to enhance rhythmic and muscular development in 2-5 year olds by using simplified ballet exercises, rhythm patterns and creative play. We have fun using props and imagery to explore different dance concepts.
Leap
Teaches a strong emphasis on body awareness, posture and stretching. This program teaches 5-7 year olds fundamentals of classical ballet and jazz, introductory terminology, and builds rhythmic and muscular development. Both jazz and ballet are required for this program.
Peak
An all-inclusive program that enables students to excel in multiple different genres of dance. Dancers train in a variety of styles including, ballet, jazz, contemporary and Broadway, as well as Pilates. This diverse training allows students to enhance their performance in all styles of dance.
Explore the World of Dance
Ascend Dance Academy is ready to help your child take the first steps into the exciting and creative world of dance. Contact us today to learn more about our age-based programs.