
Dance Academy

St. Catherine of Siena Dance Academy offers a variety of classes including ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, and contemporary dance for students ages 2½ - adults for beginner, intermediate and advanced students led by professional instructors. For any questions, email Karen Grantham at dance@stcatherinercc.org.
REGISTRATION
Registration is ongoing until a particular class fills up. More information about tracks, levels, pricing, and schedules can be found below.
TRACKS
There are two distinct tracks a student can pursue: Recreational Dance and Company Dance. Both tracks allow students to grow in their love of dance, with options to suit different levels of interest and commitment.
Recreational Dance Track
This option is perfect for students who enjoy dancing and want a fun, once-a-week class. Recreational dancers will perform in the end-of-year recital and may have the chance to participate in special performances, such as The Nutcracker.
Company Dance Track
The Company track is for dancers seeking a more intensive experience. Company dancers train several times per week, attend rehearsals outside of class, and perform in multiple events throughout the year—including The Nutcracker, outdoor performances, the recital, and possibly a showcase featuring their own choreography. Admission to the Company requires an audition.
LEVELS
Classes are grouped according to particular ages and levels. Levels describe the particular experience and technical proficiency that a student ought to possess in order to participate in the class.
Preschool Ballet/Tap
A fun and creative introduction to ballet and tap designed for our youngest dancers. Focus is on basic motor skills, rhythm, and coordination.
Level I – Ballet/Tap
For dancers who have developed basic motor skills and are ready to build foundational ballet and tap technique.
Level II
Ideal for dancers with prior experience in ballet, tap, or jazz. Students should be familiar with basic terminology and movement vocabulary.
Level III
Designed for more experienced dancers who have taken several years of dance. Students should know all barre exercises and be comfortable executing center and across-the-floor combinations. Often suitable for younger company-level dancers.
Level IV
A transition class from intermediate to advanced. Dancers should be confident in class structure, have a solid foundation in turns (like pirouettes), and be working on more complex jumps and movement sequences.
Level V
Advanced-level dancers who have strong technique, control, and performance quality. Students should be able to quickly learn, remember, and perform extended combinations with precision and artistry.
PRICING
Class pricing is based on the number of classes taken per week each month. Pricing is per family (for example one family with three children taking one class per week will pay $140.00 per month). Please note that there is an additional one-time $25.00 registration fee per student.
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1 class per week -- $55.00 per month
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2 classes per week -- $105.00 per month
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3 classes per week -- $140.00 per month
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4 classes per week -- 165.00 per month
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5 classes per week -- $175.00 per month
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6 classes per week -- $185.00 per month
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7 classes per week -- $195.00 per month
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8 classes per week -- $205.00 per month
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9 classes per week -- $215.00 per month
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10 classes or more per week -- $225.00 per month
SCHEDULE
Please use the registration link above to see the current schedule of classes. Classes will take place in the Dance Studio in Parish Office building as well as the Music and STEM Rooms at St. Catherine's Grade School.


RECENT NEWS & EVENTS
We are so excited for our new pointe dancers! Here they are getting fitted for their first pairs of pointe shoes.






