Find Yourself at the Sanctuary!
Through our dance program, students develop confidence and become more outgoing. The Sanctuary is a place where your child can fit in and feel accepted.
DANCING IS NOT ALL ABOUT COMPETING. WHILE PERFORMANCE IS A VALUABLE PIECE ENABLING THE STUDENTS TO SHOWCASE THEIR LEARNING, DANCING SHOULD BE PARTICIPATED IN FOR THE ENJOYMENT AND THE BENEFITS IT PROVIDES THE STUDENT MENTALLY, PHYSICALLY, AND EMOTIONALLY.
Why Come to the Sanctuary
At Sanctuary Dance Academy instruction is provided through researched-based strategies, structures, and building skills in a dynamic and fun environment.  Our director of dance, who has 30+ years of dance teaching experience, as well as 24 years as a full-time elementary school teacher and principal in the public school system, has developed the curriculum for our program and teaches many of the classes. The teaching staff and assistants have had professional development in the structure, systems, appropriate classroom management, and dance technique. Â
Learn about our Dance Director
Read about Ms. Amy, and how she started.
WHAT WE OFFER?
Sanctuary Dance Academy offers three types of dance, divided into different levels. These levels generally coincide with age ranges, but also with the abilities and skills. We want our students to be placed appropriately so they can grow the most as a dancer. Placements are done by our studio director.
What is Barre?
You don’t have to be a dancer to enjoy a barre class workout! Be ready to sweat through ballet-based movements incorporating light weights, resistance loops, and mat work.
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See Barre ClassWILL YOUR CHILD BE A GOOD FIT FOR OUR DANCE PROGRAM?
We’re looking for are students who:
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Come willing to learn
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Want to learn
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Put forth effort
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Follow directions
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Love to dance
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While we want all of our students to be dedicated, participate fully, and give 100% effort in every class, we understand that many students have struggled with these behaviors in the past.
If your child ...
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Has lacked focus, or becomes distracted
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Has had difficulty fitting in
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Might be considered socially shy or awkward
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Has had trouble communicating or expressing themselves
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Needs additional supports or strategies to be successful
Then your child would likely also be a good fit for our dance program.
Dance Parents Testimonies
Erica J.
"Amy has been so wonderful with my daughter who struggles with ADHD. She is very patient and kind. My daughter loves Mrs. Amy!!"
Anna L.
"My daughter started here about six months ago and she looks forward to dance class every week! Miss Amy is very encouraging and so patient with everyone. We can’t wait to start again."
Julie W.
"My daughter LOVES the dance classes. The teacher goes above and beyond to engage her students."
OUR GUARANTEE
“As the only dance director in St. Clair County with multiple degrees in early child/elementary/special education and over a decade of experience as a public school principal, we’re 100% confident you’ll be satisfied with the positive changes in your dancer. So, here’s our promise to you: if you don’t see improved confidence, a sense of excitement, and more out-going behavior in your dancer after the first 30-days of our dance program, we’ll refund your tuition.”
Ready to Get Started?
Please complete the contact form below, and our dance director will reach out to you to discuss the next steps.
