Level 1 - 7 Classes
Graded Technique and Specialty Dance Classes are offered in Levels 1 - 7 at Expressions.
Through the levels, students will grow through the technique-based curriculum from a beginning level dancer to an advanced dance level. Children & Teens - Ages 7-18 years old are evaluated & placed in classes based on their age & skill level.
At Expressions, our Academy Dance classes are designed to build technique, strength, and flexibility while developing each student's artistic expression and unique gifts.
Ballet, Jazz, & Tap provide foundational techniques that will help them become strong dancers across all dance styles. Specialty classes like Lyrical, Acro, Musical Theater, Contemporary, and Hip Hop focus on refining artistry, movement quality, and stage presence. These classes supplement & enhance a dancer’s core dance training found in their jazz and/or ballet classes.
Our classes are carefully structured to provide a nurturing and engaging environment where students can thrive. Inside the classroom, parents can expect to see age-appropriate activities that foster creativity, coordination, and musicality. Our curriculum is designed with clear progression points, ensuring that students build a strong foundation in dance while developing their skills and confidence.
Military Discount:
Free Annual Membership
Sibling Discount:
10% off Monthly Tuition
Multi-Class Discounts:
10% off Tuition for the 3rd+ Class
available 5.25 hours+ /week
Ballet
Ballet develops discipline and technique that is the foundation for all forms of technical dance, as well as proper posture, placement, alignment.
Tap
Tap develops a strong sense of rhythm, coordination and agility by creating sounds with the feet.
Jazz
Jazz is stylized dancing that is energetic and fun. It focuses on developing proper technique, flexibility, leaps and turns.
Acro
Acro focuses on tumbling, cartwheels, bridges, and walkovers. Classes help dancers improve their flexibility, strength, balance, and agility.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a freestyle form of dance that stems from the roots of jazz, but incorporates rhythm and syncopation in its movements.
Musical
Theater
Musical Theater mimics broadway performances and is fun, energetic, showy and stylized. Focus is placed on connecting with the audience and facial expressions.
Lyrical
Lyrical improves grace & fluidity in dance, giving voice to emotions through innovative movement. Lyrical helps dancers connect to their audience and tells a story .
Contemporary
Contemporary is an exploration of new movement possibilities that branch off from traditional jazz and ballet technique, teaching dynamics, movement quality, and improvisation.
PBT
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) allows dancers to improve their overall technique with the use of various exercises and equipment. It is like Pilates for dancers.
Elev8 U
Leadership
Elev8 U is an age-appropriate leadership fundamentals course
founded on lessons of self-improvement, emotional wellness, and leadership.
Testimonials
We LOVE EDMC. My daughter has grown so much as a dancer and always enjoys her time at the studio. Miss Katie is a fantastic teacher/mentor and leads the ballet conservatory with grace and excellence. Miss Carina is absolutely wonderful and has encouraged and trained my daughter in her level 3 classes. I’m so excited for the years ahead!
Dana S.
Every single teacher and every class has been just wonderful. Right now L is loving her time with Miss Brittany...Both in smile squad and ballet. Miss Brittany is so positive and encouraging. H has so much fun with Miss. Shaylin. She's so sweet patient with the kids. L has also had the opportunity to be in a ballet performance through expressions with Miss Katie. She is so encouraging and kindhearted. It was a great experience for her. We love EDMC!
Michele B.
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About
Expressions Dance & Movement Center provides dance classes for every age, skill level, and ability. Our mission is to teach exceptional dance classes in a way that nurtures every child and helps parents breathe easier, knowing that we are here to partner with them in their child's development. We strive to build a world where every child feels seen & cared for and where they are supported in discovering and developing their unique gifts.
Class Hours
Monday: 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 11:30am
3:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday: 9:00am - 11:30am
3:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday: 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday: 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Sunday : Closed
Address
Main Studio Location
9225 Carlton Hills Blvd Ste 28,
Santee, CA 92071
Satellite Studio
9470 Cuyamaca St #140
Santee, CA 92071
EMAIL:
CALL OR TEXT:
(888) 991 - 3362