What dance classes does Boise Dance Alliance offer?

BDA offers ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, and other youth dance classes for various ages and levels.

How do I know which dance class is right for my child?

Each class description includes style focus, age ranges, and level recommendations to help parents choose the best fit.

Does BDA offer beginner-level dance classes?

Yes. Many classes are available for beginners across multiple styles including ballet, jazz, and tap.

What ages can enroll in dance classes at Boise Dance Alliance?

BDA offers classes for young children through teens, with age-based recommendations in each class description.

Where can I view the schedule for these dance classes?

The schedule is available on the Class Schedule & Registration page.

Can I register for classes online after reviewing descriptions?

Yes. Parents can register anytime through BDA’s online customer portal.

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3135 E Barber Valley Drive

Boise, ID 83716

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Studio Address

3135 E Barber Valley Drive

Boise, ID 83716

Call Us Today

(986) 218-0296

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Class Descriptions

Mommy & Me

Walking through 3 years old

Mommy & Me is a class designed

for dancers walking to three years of

age. Designed to be taken with an

adult partner, this class explores the

beginning levels of movement and

music. This class is a fun and

engaging way for the littlest of

dancers to work on gross motor

skills, basic dance terminology and

social skills.

Mommy & Me is a class designed

for dancers walking to three years of age. Designed to be taken with an adult partner, this class explores the beginning levels of movement and music. This class is a fun and engaging way for the littlest of dancers to work on gross motor skills, basic dance terminology and social skills.

Ballet/Tap Combo

Ages 3-5

Ballet/Tap Combo is a beginning

level class dedicated to establishing

basic knowledge and vocabulary in

the areas of ballet and tap. Dancers

will learn the five positions of the

arms and feet as well as basic

movement skills. Dancers will also

learn how to be in a teacher led

environment and practice simple

classroom skills.

Ballet/Tap Combo is a beginning level class dedicated to establishing basic knowledge and vocabulary in the areas of ballet and tap. Dancers will learn the five positions of the arms and feet as well as basic movement skills. Dancers will also learn how to be in a teacher led environment and practice simple

classroom skills.

Two young dancers in colorful outfits representing kids interested in Acro/Tumbling and other dance class styles in Boise

Ballet

Ages 5 and up

Ballet training introduces students to

the concepts of strength, flexibility,

core stability and turn out. Our ballet

classes offer a progressive study of

classical ballet technique that

teaches students how to be graceful

and fluid in their movements.

Students placement is determined

by the number of years of past

dance training and ability.

Attire: Black Leotard; Pink tights;

Ballet shoes; No overdress.

Ballet training introduces students to the concepts of strength, flexibility, core stability and turn out. Our ballet classes offer a progressive study of classical ballet technique that teaches students how to be graceful and fluid in their movements. Students placement is determined by the number of years of past dance training and ability.

Attire: Black Leotard; Pink tights;

Ballet shoes; No overdress.

Youth dancer holding high leg extension at Boise Dance Alliance studio

Acro/Tumbling

Ages 7 and up

Acro/Tumbling is designed for

dancers who want to learn the

foundational techniques of

acrobatics. This class focuses on

building strength, flexibility, and

control while progressing through

skills such as walkovers,

handstands, handsprings, aerials,

stalls, and lifts. Students will

develop confidence executing these

movements safely and effectively,

enhancing their overall performance

and versatility as dancers.

Acro/Tumbling is designed for

dancers who want to learn the

foundational techniques of

acrobatics. This class focuses on

building strength, flexibility, and

control while progressing through

skills such as walkovers,

handstands, handsprings, aerials,

stalls, and lifts. Students will

develop confidence executing these movements safely and effectively, enhancing their overall performance and versatility as dancers.

Jazz

Ages 5 and up

Jazz is a fast-paced, fun movement

class targeting turns, leaps, and

flexibility. This class incorporates

body isolations as well as stretching

and strengthening. Accompanied

with fun, upbeat music this class

appeals to many! A student’s

placement is determined by the

number of years of past dance

training and ability. Previous ballet

experience is not required, but

strongly recommended in

conjunction with this class.

Jazz is a fast-paced, fun movement class targeting turns, leaps, and flexibility. This class incorporates body isolations as well as stretching and strengthening. Accompanied with fun, upbeat music this class appeals to many! A student’s placement is determined by the number of years of past dance training and ability. Previous ballet experience is not required, but strongly recommended in conjunction with this class.

Contemporary

Ages 11 and up

Contemporary is an expressive style

of dance that blends elements of

ballet, modern, and jazz. This class

encourages dancers to explore

movement with creativity and

emotion, focusing on fluidity, control,

and storytelling. Students will learn

to connect their minds and bodies,

developing musicality and personal

expression while creating a unique

and beautiful form of movement.

Contemporary is an expressive style of dance that blends elements of ballet, modern, and jazz. This class encourages dancers to explore movement with creativity and emotion, focusing on fluidity, control,

and storytelling. Students will learn to connect their minds and bodies, developing musicality and personal expression while creating a unique and beautiful form of movement.

Smiling young dancer in jazz pose during kids Jazz/Tap dance class at Boise Dance Alliance

Hip-Hop

Ages 5 and up

Hip-Hop is a dynamic class that

provides students with the latest

trends in the constant changing

style. Dancers should expect to

receive fast-paced progressions and choreography. Hip Hop is designed to improve dancers rhythm and coordination and promotes a strong understanding of beats and musicality. A students placement is determined by the number of years of past dance training and ability.

Hip-Hop is a dynamic class that

provides students with the latest

trends in the constant changing

style. Dancers should expect to

receive fast-paced progressions and choreography. Hip Hop is designed to improve dancers rhythm and coordination and promotes a strong understanding of beats and musicality. A students placement is determined by the number of years of past dance training and ability.

Ballet dancer in white tutu on pointe highlighting advanced ballet classes at Boise Dance Alliance

Tap

Ages 5 and up

Tap is for anyone interested in learning the fundamental techniques of tap dancing. In this class, dancers use their feet as percussion instruments to create rhythmic patterns, intricate combinations, and timely beats. Students will develop musicality, timing, and coordination while exploring both traditional and contemporary tap styles. Tap is an exciting and energetic way to experience music and dance combined into one dynamic art form!

Tap is for anyone interested in

learning the fundamental techniques of tap dancing. In this class, dancers use their feet as percussion instruments to create rhythmic patterns, intricate combinations, and timely beats. Students will develop musicality, timing, and coordination while exploring both traditional and

contemporary tap styles. Tap is an exciting and energetic way to experience music and dance combined into one dynamic art form!