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For 50 years and counting, The Dance Foundation is a not-for-profit organization bringing the joy of dance to students throughout the Greater Birmingham area.

Celebrating *** years of

learning to dance

learning through dance

building confidence

igniting curiosity

inspiring creativity

dance for everyone

exploration and discovery

community and collaboration

moving together

For 50 years, The Dance Foundation has been bringing the joy of dance to students of all ages throughout the Greater Birmingham area.

Dance is the universal language that connects us.

The Dance Foundation is a place where everyone can embrace the art of dance. Whether you’ve had years of the finest dance training available or just beginning. Whether you are two or eighty-two years old. Whether you are differently-abled or fully-abled. Here, you can dance. Feel joy. Gain confidence. Be creative.

You belong at The Dance Foundation, where we celebrate the dancer in every body and the dance in every movement.

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At The Dance Foundation, we have opportunities for all ages to grow, express themselves, and experience the joy of dance.

Find a class, event or workshop today and start encountering the connections, freedom, and fun of dance.

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Our Work in the Community

Our reach goes much farther than our physical location. Since our founding, we’ve worked with local non-profits, schools, and other organizations to bring dance to people of all ages in the Greater Birmingham area. Today, we touch the lives of more than 15,000 individuals.

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Our four studios and 100-seat theatre are available to community artists and organizations in Birmingham who need comfortable, affordable, and professional studio space for classes, workshops, rehearsals, special events, and performances.

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With training in Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) Junior, Senior and Advanced programs as well as certification from The Pilates Center of Boulder, Jackie Zarcone will lead students in building strength and flexibility through this Pilates for Dancers Class. Two levels to choose from. New students are welcome; contact us to determine the best level for your dance student.

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With training in Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) Junior, Senior and Advanced programs as well as certification from The Pilates Center of Boulder, Jackie Zarcone will lead students in building strength and flexibility through this Pilates for Dancers Class. Two levels to choose from. New students are welcome; contact us to determine the best level for your dance student.

Coming up soon in June – a welcoming and fun ballet camp with Mrs. Stephanie Murphy for 1st-3rd graders.

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Coming up soon in June - a welcoming and fun ballet camp with Mrs. Stephanie Murphy for 1st-3rd graders.

Need to pickup recital portraits or register in person? Stop by and see us at these hours.

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Need to pickup recital portraits or register in person? Stop by and see us at these hours.

Is your middle or high schooler preparing for an upcoming audition? Or want to be in the school musical? Or just needs someone to break down a pas de bourrée, kick ball change? This is the class for them! Sign up for this eight-week crash course in musical theatre dance basics and
combinations. Class meets on Wednesdays June 1-August 1.

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A delightful mix of classic and modern fairytales sets the stage for each day’s adventure in this upbeat camp. Campers bring each story to life through dance, music, arts and crafts, and storytelling.

It’s a wonderful first day-camp experience for little ones, topped off with a magical tea party on the final day!

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