Business Details
Christ-Centered Dance Education in Cleveland & Chattanooga
At Unity Dance Studios, we are dedicated to cultivating a Christ-centered dance community where technical excellence and spiritual growth coexist. Our mission is to develop Christian artists through a holistic approach that trains bodies, equips minds, and nurtures spirits, fostering a community that reflects God's character through performance. With a curriculum rooted in classical ballet and modern techniques, we emphasize worship, storytelling, and inclusivity, guiding students to recognize their inherent worth as image-bearers of God. Our instructors, selected for their expertise and faith, create an environment where technical mastery and artistic passion thrive. We offer classes for all ages and levels, from recreational dance to pre-professional company tracks, ensuring systematic progression and personalized growth.Our vision extends beyond the studio, aiming to impact communities through theatrical productions that celebrate redemption and grace. By prioritizing body positivity and emotional well-being, we provide a refuge from traditional dance culture, focusing on holistic development. With locations in Cleveland and Chattanooga, we serve diverse communities through accessible, values-driven dance education. Our annual productions, such as 'The Grinch Who Found Grace' and 'Scrooge: The Spirit of Christmas,' exemplify our commitment to blending artistry with spiritual narratives. Through private lessons, summer intensives, and performance opportunities, we empower dancers to reach their full potential as artists and individuals.
Services
Ballet
Contemporary Dance
Private Lessons
Company Track
Summer Intensive
Jazz
Tap
Hip Hop
Pointe
Acro Dance
Highlights and features
- We offer a Christ-centered dance environment that prioritizes spiritual growth alongside technical excellence.
- Our holistic curriculum integrates biblical truths with dance training for comprehensive development.
- Instructors hold college degrees and extensive dance backgrounds to ensure quality instruction.
- We provide diverse dance styles including ballet, contemporary, jazz, and acro for all skill levels.
- Our community-focused approach fosters inclusivity, body positivity, and emotional well-being.
What people say
Best quality in Cleveland
Wonderful place to aspire
Grows skills and confidence
Promotes body positivity
Peaceful refuge from traditional dance
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program builds foundational technique through structured progression from beginner to advanced levels. Classes focus on proper alignment, grace, and musicality while emphasizing injury prevention. Students develop discipline and artistry through traditional ballet repertoire adapted for worship expression.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary dance classes blend modern techniques with emotional storytelling and worship expression. Instructors guide students through fluid movements that emphasize personal interpretation while maintaining technical precision within a Christ-centered framework.
Private Lessons
Customized private lessons provide individualized attention from experienced instructors. Sessions focus on specific goals like competition preparation, audition training, or personalized technique refinement with flexible scheduling options for serious dancers.
Company Track
Our company track offers advanced training for dedicated dancers through auditions held annually. Participants receive intensive instruction in performance techniques, choreography, and spiritual development to prepare for professional dance opportunities and ministry.
Summer Intensive
The summer intensive program provides concentrated dance training to prepare students for company auditions and new seasons. Focused sessions develop technical strength, artistic expression, and spiritual growth through immersive dance experiences.
People
Alexis
Co-Founder
Alexis co-founded Unity Dance Studios to create a faith-based dance environment where technical excellence meets spiritual development. With extensive dance training and teaching experience, she focuses on curriculum development and community outreach.
Austin
Co-Founder
Austin co-founded Unity Dance Studios to build a dance community centered on Christian values. His leadership emphasizes artistic growth and spiritual mentorship, drawing from years of dance performance and educational experience.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop, pointe, modern, and acro dance classes for all ages and skill levels.
Are private lessons available?
Yes, private lessons are available with instructors at various tiers. Pricing varies based on lesson length and instructor experience.
Do you have performance opportunities?
Yes, we produce annual theatrical performances like 'The Grinch Who Found Grace' and 'Scrooge: The Spirit of Christmas' for student participation.
What payment plans are available?
Payment plans are available for production fees, charged across September, October, and November to accommodate families.
How do company auditions work?
Auditions for our pre-professional company track occur annually in July following our summer intensive program preparation.
