Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance School in Franklin, IN
Le Rose Dance Academy has been dedicated to fostering artistic growth and technical excellence in dancers since 1995. Our mission centers on creating a supportive environment where students develop confidence, creativity, and resilience through diverse dance disciplines. With a legacy of award-winning instruction and a focus on community building, we prioritize safety and professional development for all participants.Our experienced team cultivates individual potential while maintaining rigorous standards in dance education. Through structured programs for all ages and abilities, we emphasize the transformative power of dance in personal development and social connection.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Hip Hop
Tumbling
Competitive Teams
Special Needs Program
Summer Camps
Adult Classes
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 28+ years of competitive dance program success with national award-winning choreography
- Our staff includes certified instructors with decades of professional dance experience
- We maintain strict safety protocols and professional development for all staff members
- Our inclusive Everybody Dance Now program accommodates all abilities and experience levels
- We provide structured pathways from introductory classes to competitive team opportunities
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops foundational technique through structured instruction in classical movements and positions. Students learn proper alignment, grace, and precision while building strength and flexibility. Classes emphasize artistic expression and musicality for ages 3 to adult.
Competitive Teams
Award-winning competitive programs place dancers in age-appropriate groups for jazz, lyrical, and hip hop performances. Participants receive advanced training and compete regionally while developing performance skills and teamwork in structured rehearsals.
Special Needs Program
Everybody Dance Now provides adaptive dance instruction using peer buddy support for individuals of all abilities. The program focuses on motor skills development, social interaction, and creative expression through performance opportunities in recitals and community events.
Tumbling Instruction
Tumbling classes teach fundamental gymnastic movements including rolls, cartwheels, and strength training. Instructors focus on proper technique and safety while developing coordination and body awareness for dancers aged 4 to 18.
Summer Camps
Seasonal dance camps offer intensive training in multiple styles with performance showcases. Participants engage in technique building, choreography workshops, and creative movement activities designed for various skill levels and age groups.
People
Amanda Nixon
Owner & Director
Amanda Nixon has directed Le Rose Dance Academy since 1995, bringing 20+ years of dance experience and multiple national awards. She teaches ballet, jazz, and hip hop while overseeing all studio operations and instructor training.
Mackenzie Haney
Academy Program Director
Mackenzie Haney directs the Everybody Dance Now program, creating inclusive dance opportunities for special needs participants. She has developed the program's curriculum and community partnerships since its inception four years ago.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, tap, tumbling, and speciality classes including hula and belly dancing for ages 3 to adult.
Do you have programs for special needs dancers?
Yes, our Everybody Dance Now program provides adaptive dance instruction with peer buddy support for individuals of all abilities and experience levels.
What competitive dance opportunities exist?
We offer competitive teams for ages 6-18 with placement based on skill level, including regional competitions and national performance opportunities.
Are there performance opportunities?
All students participate in annual recitals, with competitive teams performing at local events and competitions throughout the season.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain strict safety protocols including staff training, supervised instruction, and regular facility maintenance to ensure student well-being.
