Business Details
21 Years
experience
Empowering Lives Through Dance in Washington, DC
Capitol Movement has been a Washington DC-based nonprofit since October 2005, dedicated to transforming lives through dance. Our studio offers comprehensive dance education across hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and more, serving individuals aged 5 to adult. We provide structured programs for all skill levels, including CMI Kidz for ages 5-12, CMI Apprentices for teens 12-17, and CMI Adults for experienced dancers 18+. Our mission emphasizes accessibility, offering scholarships, outreach programs, and community engagement initiatives to eliminate socioeconomic barriers. With a focus on mentorship and artistic growth, we deliver weekly open classes, master workshops, and performance opportunities.Our Adult Dance Company and pre-professional programs cultivate technical excellence while fostering creative expression. Through strategic community partnerships and digital outreach, we extend our impact beyond studio walls. Committed to innovation, we launched virtual learning platforms to expand access to dance education. Our team of industry professionals combines decades of experience with a passion for nurturing talent. We maintain transparent operations through regular public updates and donor engagement initiatives like DAF Day participation. This enduring commitment to quality and inclusivity has established us as a trusted leader in DC's arts community.
Services
Dance Classes
Performance Opportunities
Community Outreach
Workshops
Scholarships
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of experience in professional dance education
- Our programs serve ages 5 to adult with tailored instruction
- We provide need-based scholarships and community outreach programs
- Our instructors include industry professionals with performance expertise
- We maintain inclusive access regardless of socioeconomic background
Services
Dance Classes
Capitol Movement offers comprehensive dance classes across multiple styles including hip hop, jazz, and contemporary. Our programs cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced dancers. Weekly open classes provide ongoing technical development and artistic growth opportunities for participants aged 5 through adult.
Performance Opportunities
We provide structured performance platforms through our Adult Dance Company and CMI Kidz programs. These opportunities allow dancers to showcase their skills in professionally choreographed productions. Regular performances help build confidence and stage presence while connecting with local audiences.
Community Outreach
Our outreach initiatives bring dance education to underserved communities through partnerships and mobile programs. We offer special needs adaptations and accessibility programs ensuring dance remains inclusive. These efforts extend our mission of breaking socioeconomic barriers in arts education.
Workshops
Capitol Movement conducts specialized workshops led by industry professionals for technical refinement. These sessions focus on specific dance styles and performance techniques. Participants gain insights from experienced instructors through intensive, hands-on learning experiences.
Scholarships
We offer need-based scholarships to ensure dance education accessibility for all income levels. Our financial assistance programs remove economic barriers to participation. This commitment to inclusivity allows talented individuals to pursue dance regardless of financial circumstances.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for ages 5 through adult, including CMI Kidz (5-12), Apprentices (12-17), and Adult Company members.
Do you offer beginner classes?
Yes, our weekly open classes accommodate all skill levels from absolute beginners to advanced dancers.
Are scholarships available?
We provide need-based scholarships to ensure dance education accessibility for all income levels.
Do you have performance opportunities?
Yes, we offer structured performance platforms through our Adult Dance Company and CMI Kidz programs.
What dance styles do you teach?
Our curriculum includes hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and various other dance styles.
How can I support your mission?
You can participate in DAF Day donations or follow our community engagement initiatives to support accessible dance education.
