Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance & Fitness Destination in North Kingstown
Dynamic Dance Academy has been a cornerstone of dance and fitness education in North Kingstown since 2011. Our state-of-the-art facility features three spacious dance rooms equipped with raised hardwood floors, full-length mirrors, and ballet barres, providing an optimal environment for learning and growth. Founded by Tara Calise, a University of Rhode Island graduate with over 25 years of teaching experience and membership in Dance Educators of America, we prioritize proper technique while nurturing creativity and imagination. Our team of certified instructors brings diverse expertise from prestigious institutions and professional backgrounds, including performances at Walt Disney World and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. We offer comprehensive programs for all ages, from toddler ballet to adult fitness classes, with a commitment to creating a warm, inclusive community.Our curriculum includes ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, contemporary, and specialized fitness training through Dynamic Fitness. With flexible payment options, costume fee plans, and a 10-month tuition structure, we ensure accessibility while maintaining high instructional standards. Our students benefit from performance opportunities like annual recitals and competitive team experiences. We maintain strict dress codes and safety protocols, including inclement weather policies, to ensure a professional and secure environment. Our mission remains to foster a lifelong passion for dance and fitness in a supportive, family-oriented atmosphere.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Hip-Hop
Contemporary
Lyrical
Tumbling
Pointe
Zumba
Group Exercise
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of dance instruction experience from certified professionals
- Our facility features three specialized dance studios with professional-grade equipment
- We provide competitive team opportunities and performance experiences
- Flexible payment plans with early registration discounts and costume fee installments
- Certified fitness instruction through Dynamic Fitness with personalized training options
Associations and certifications
- Dance Educators of America
- ACSM
- NSCA
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops balance, grace, and technical precision through barre work, center practice, and across-the-floor combinations. Students learn proper terminology while building strength and flexibility. Advanced classes prepare dancers for pointe work with specialized training for ages 11+.
Hip-Hop Classes
Energetic hip-hop sessions teach street dance styles from old school to modern trends. Classes focus on rhythm, coordination, and self-expression while improving cardiovascular fitness. All skill levels welcome with no prior experience required.
Zumba Fitness
Zumba classes combine Latin and international music with dance moves for a fun, calorie-burning workout. No dance experience needed - just come ready to move in a social, supportive environment with options for drop-in or package pricing.
Personal Training
Customized one-on-one and group fitness sessions available at Dynamic Fitness. Certified trainers design programs for strength, endurance, and weight management with flexible pricing for individual or shared sessions.
Competitive Team
Audition-based competitive teams perform choreographed routines at local and national events. Programs include jazz, lyrical, tap, and hip-hop with opportunities for awards and professional development.
People
Tara Calise
Owner/Artistic Director
B.S. in Exercise Science from URI with 25+ years teaching dance. Member of Dance Educators of America since 2006. Former Walt Disney World performer and studio owner since 2011.
Anthony Calise
Owner/Personal Trainer
Certified fitness trainer through ACSM and NSCA. Manages Dynamic Fitness with expertise in personalized training programs and group exercise instruction.
Lynn Miller
Instructor
Trained at Point Park University with international competition experience. Former Pittsburgh Steelers dancer and competitive team choreographer. Ninth season teaching at DDA.
Elizabeth Fusco
Instructor
URI graduate with Master's in progress. Former competitive dancer and assistant teacher. Specializes in youth and teen instruction with five years of teaching experience at DDA.
Heather Dessaint
Instructor
Professional dancer with experience in Atlanta Hawks Dance Team and touring productions. Certified instructor teaching hip-hop and competition team choreography in her second season at DDA.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, contemporary, pointe, and tumbling classes for ages 2+ with specialized fitness programs for adults.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Annual recitals, Walt Disney World performance trips, and competitive team options with regional/national competition opportunities.
What are your class size policies?
Class sizes vary by age group with 30-75 minute sessions. Younger classes have maximum enrollment for safety and instruction quality.
Do you have flexible payment options?
Yes! Choose 10-month tuition payments, early registration discounts, or costume fee installments. Payment plans available for recital expenses.
What fitness programs are available?
Dynamic Fitness offers personal training, Zumba classes, and group exercise sessions with certified trainers at our adjacent facility.
How do make-up classes work?
Missed classes due to illness or weather can be made up by attending equivalent classes through June. Scheduled holidays don't require make-ups.
