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DEVELOPMENT DANCE CLASSES

AT THE SCHOOL OF DANCE IN SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

Developing dancers’ skills and creativity across the Greater Salt Lake City area—including Salt Lake, Holladay, Murray, Sandy, Bountiful, Kaysville, and beyond.

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DEVELOPING DANCERS, BUILDING CONFIDENCE

AGES 8+

Once dancers discover the styles they love, we help them strengthen that connection and continue to grow in both skill and confidence. Our instructors nurture each dancer’s individuality, guiding them to refine technique, expand creativity, and develop important qualities like focus, perseverance, and self-expression. We believe that when dancers feel supported and inspired, their passion—and their potential—flourish naturally.

At The School of Dance, growth extends beyond the studio. Students learn alongside friends who share their love for dance, building teamwork, leadership, and lifelong friendships along the way. Through every class, they gain not only stronger movement skills but also confidence, empathy, and resilience—skills that help them thrive both on and off the dance floor.

Summer 2026 Development Schedule

Acro II

Acro II

Acro II builds on the basics learned in Acro I, advancing students' skills with more complex movements like walkovers, balance holds, and transitions. This class continues to enhance strength, flexibility, and coordination, preparing students for higher levels in various dance styles.

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AGES 8 - 12

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Acro II

Summer 2026 Season

Wednesday • 6pm

Thursday • 6pm

2026-27 Season

Monday • 6pm

Acro III/IV

Acro III

Acro III/IV challenges students with intermediate acrobatic skills, emphasizing movements like aerials, extended balances, and advanced partner lifts. This class focuses on refining technique and boosting agility, strength, and precision across multiple dance genres.

 

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AGES 10 - 14+

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Acro III

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time.​

 

2026-27 Season

Wednesday • 4pm

Ballet II

Ballet II

Ballet II at The School of Dance is for dancers with some experience looking to advance their skills in classical ballet. This class builds on foundational techniques, emphasizing improved strength, flexibility, and precision, while introducing elements of contemporary ballet.

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AGES 8-12

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Ballet II

Summer 2026 Season​​

Monday • 6pm

Thursday • 6pm

2026-27 Season

Monday • 5pm

Wednesday • 5pm

Friday • 5pm

Ballet III

Ballet III

Ballet III, ideal for advanced dancers aiming to refine their technique and performance quality in both classical and contemporary ballet. This class challenges students with intricate choreography and advanced movements,

enhancing their artistic expression

and technical proficiency.

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AGES 10-14+

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Ballet III

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time

2026-27 Season

Monday • 7pm

Tuesday • 8pm

Wednesday • 4pm

Thursday • 7pm

Breaking Basics II

Breaking II

Breaking Basics II at The School of Dance builds on foundational skills in break dancing, introducing more complex moves and combinations. This class emphasizes strength, agility, and rhythm while deepening students' understanding of break dancing's cultural heritage and evolution.

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Ages 6+ Based off Skill
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Breaking Basics II

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time.​

2026-27 Season

Monday • 5pm

Tuesday • 5pm

Friday • 6pm

Breaking Basics III

Breaking II

Breaking Basics III at The School of Dance builds on intermediate breakdancing skills by introducing advanced techniques, intricate combinations, and greater performance quality. This class emphasizes strength, agility, musicality, and control while encouraging dancers to develop their own style and creativity. Students will continue to expand their understanding of breakdancing's cultural roots and evolution while refining the confidence and artistry needed for more challenging movement.

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Ages 6+ Based off Skill
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Breaking Basics III

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time.​

2026-27 Season

Tuesday • 7pm

Thursday • 6pm-7:30pm

Cheer I & II

Cheer Dance II

Cheer Dance II introduce and build upon the basics of cheerleading, dance, and drill team skills. These classes focus on foundational movements, stunts, jumps, and choreography, enhancing students' agility, coordination, and team spirit in a fun and supportive environment.

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AGES 6+

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Cheer II

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time.

2026-27 Season

Monday • 5pm

High School Classes

Breaking II

Dance doesn't have to stop when life gets busy. Our High School classes provide a place for dancers to continue training, refining their technique, and exploring new skills alongside peers who share their passion. From energetic Hip Hop classes to our Ballet/Jazz/Contemporary Technique program, students can grow as dancers while building confidence, creativity, and connection.

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Ages 14+ 
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Open Age Hip Hop

Summer 2026 Season

Tuesday • 8:30pm-9:30pm​

2026-27 Season

Thursday • 7:30pm​

High School Technique

Summer 2026 Season

Wednesday • 4pm-6pm

2026-27 Season

Wednesday • 7:30pm-9pm

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Hip Hop II

Hip Hop II at The School of Dance focuses on more complex steps and developing personal style. The curriculum includes insights into the evolution of hip hop dance and music history.

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AGES 8-12

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Hip Hop II

Summer 2026 Season

Tuesday • 5pm

2026-27 Season

Tuesday • 4:30pm

Wednesday • 4pm

Hip Hop III

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Hip Hop III at The School of Dance challenges advanced dancers with intricate routines and dynamic movements. Students explore the historical impact of hip hop and its musical heritage, enhancing their performance skills and cultural understanding.

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AGES 10-14+

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Hip Hop III

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time

2026-27 Season

Thursday • 4pm

Jazz II

Jazz II

Jazz II is designed for dancers with some experience, emphasizing more complex steps, combinations, and increased precision in technique and performance quality.

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AGES 8-12

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Jazz II

Summer 2026 Season

Monday • 7pm

Thursday • 7pm

2026-27 Season

Monday • 5pm

Wednesday • 4pm

Friday • 6pm

Jazz III

Jazz III

Jazz Dance III challenges advanced dancers with more expansive choreography, dynamic movements, and expressive performance skills, perfecting their artistry and technical proficiency.

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AGES 10-14+

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Jazz III

Summer 2026 Season

Not offered at this time

2026-27 Season

Tuesday • 8pm

Wednesday • 5pm

Tap II

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Tap II at The School of Dance builds on foundational Tap skills, focusing on developing speed, precision, and musicality. Dancers refine their coordination and rhythm while learning more complex combinations and exploring performance quality to continue growing as confident, expressive tap dancers.

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AGES 6+

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Tap II

Summer 2026 Season

Tuesday • 5pm

2026-27 Season

Tuesday • 5:30pm

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