Acro Dance Classes and Tumbling at Catherine’s Dance Studio in Parkville

Discover the magic of Acro Dance Classes at Catherine’s Dance Studio in Parkville! Have you ever seen a performance that seamlessly blends the grace of dance with the excitement of acrobatics? That’s Acro Dance, and it’s captivating audiences everywhere. At Catherine’s Dance Studio, we’re thrilled to offer this incredible dance form to young dancers, providing a safe and nurturing space where they can explore its dynamic world.

We believe in fostering a love for dance while building essential skills, and our Acro Dance program does just that. We offer four distinct levels of classes, ensuring each dancer receives personalized instruction tailored to her current abilities. Before joining, every student is assessed so we can place her in the perfect class to help her thrive.

What is Acro Dance?

Imagine your daughter gracefully transitioning from a beautiful dance pose into a perfectly executed front walkover or soaring in a breathtaking aerial. Acro Dance combines the fluidity of ballet and jazz with the strength and agility of gymnastics. Think of it as the ultimate fusion of artistry and athleticism! Our acro dance classes teach a range of skills, from fundamental movements like handsprings and cartwheels to more advanced techniques like front and back tucks and aerials. But it’s not just about the tricks. At Catherine’s, we emphasize the artistry of Acro Dance. Our experienced instructors understand that these impressive feats are most powerful when woven seamlessly into a dance, telling a story and expressing emotions through movement.

This class will introduce Pre-K dancers to the world of Acro Dance. Focusing on flexibility and strength, dancers will learn beginner acro moves such as somersaults, pushing up to bridge, cartwheels, and more!

The Blush Class of acro dance is for dancers who have never taken an acro/gymnastics class before. This class will teach dancers how to properly warm-up and stretch to perform acrobatic moves. Students will work on beginner acro moves such as pushing up to bridge, handstands, and cartwheels.

The Rose Class of acro dance is for students who have mastered all the techniques and tricks in the Blush class. Dancers will continue to strengthen and stretch in this class to better their acrobatic ability. This class will focus on intermediate tricks such as going into a backbend from standing, backbend kick-overs, one-handed cartwheels, introduction to chin stands, and much more!

The Fuchsia Class of acro dance is for dancers who have mastered all the techniques and tricks in the Blush and Rose classes.  Dancers will continue to strengthen and stretch in this class to better their acrobatic ability. This class will focus on advanced tricks such as front and back walkover variations, chin-stands, forearm stands, aerials, and more!

The Neon Class of acro dance is for advanced dancers who have mastered all the techniques and tricks in the Blush, Rose, and Fuchsia classes.

More Than Just Tricks: Acro Dance is an Artistic Expression

The benefits extend far beyond the studio. Acro Dance builds incredible core strength, enhances flexibility, and improves balance and coordination—skills that will benefit her in all areas of dance and other sports, too! It’s a fantastic way to develop athleticism while nurturing a love for dance. Perhaps most importantly, mastering challenging acro moves builds confidence and self-esteem. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of accomplishment that comes from achieving a new skill. Acro Dance allows for unique creative expression, giving your dancer a new way to communicate and connect with her emotions through movement.

At Catherine’s Dance Studio, our passionate instructors are dedicated to providing expert guidance in a supportive and encouraging environment. We prioritize safety and ensure our facilities are equipped for proper training. We believe every girl deserves the chance to shine, and we’re here to help them take flight in the exciting world of Acro Dance Classes. Give your daughter the gift of strength, grace, and confidence.

Contact us today to learn more about our Acro Dance program and enroll her in a class! We can’t wait to welcome her to the Catherine’s Dance Studio family!

Acro Dance Attire

  • Leotard

  • No Tights Required

  • No Shoes Required

  • Hair pulled back

“The grace and poise that a student learns in Ballet are transferred to other dances and to a girl’s life out of the studio as well. When I see a girl walking, I can tell she is a dancer. Her shoulders are back, she holds her head high, and she has that extra poise that comes from being a Ballet dancer. She carries herself differently, she is stronger and she knows it. She is a Dancer and that helps define who she is and where she thinks she belongs in the world. What parents give their girls and what she gives to herself in the dance studio makes a difference in her life.” – Catherine Stephenson