Business Details
50 Years
experience
Quality Dance Instruction in Safford, AZ
Safford Dance Academy has been nurturing dancers and fostering personal growth through dance education since 1976. Our studio combines technical excellence with character development, offering students a supportive environment to build confidence, discipline, and respect. With five state-of-the-art studios featuring Marley flooring and air conditioning, we provide age-appropriate instruction across multiple dance styles. Our experienced faculty includes industry professionals who have trained at prestigious institutions and continue to expand their expertise through workshops and conventions.We maintain a family-friendly atmosphere with viewing windows and an on-site dancewear store, ensuring convenience for our community. Our commitment to quality instruction spans from early childhood classes to pre-professional training programs. Through performance opportunities and personalized attention, we help students achieve their full potential both artistically and personally. Our legacy of excellence is built on decades of experience and a deep connection to the local community.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Dance
Tap Instruction
Hip Hop Workshops
Tumbling Lessons
Contemporary Dance
Clogging Classes
Pom Squad Training
Lyrical Dance
Summer Dance Camps
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in dance education
- Our faculty includes nationally recognized dance professionals
- We maintain a 5,000 sq ft state-of-the-art facility with five dance studios
- We provide age-appropriate instruction from toddler classes to pre-professional training
- We offer competitive pricing with unlimited class options
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops proper technique and grace through structured instruction. Students learn foundational positions, barre work, and center combinations in a nurturing environment. Classes emphasize posture, flexibility, and musicality while maintaining age-appropriate expectations.
Jazz Dance
Jazz classes focus on energetic choreography and rhythmic precision. Students develop strength and coordination through Broadway-style and contemporary jazz techniques. Classes incorporate current trends while maintaining technical fundamentals.
Tap Instruction
Tap dance classes teach complex rhythms and percussive movement. Students progress through technical levels while learning to express musicality through footwork. Classes combine traditional and modern tap styles.
Hip Hop Workshops
Hip hop classes feature current street dance styles and freestyle opportunities. Instructors teach choreography from popular music videos while emphasizing individual expression. Classes build coordination and performance confidence.
Summer Dance Camps
Our summer camps combine dance instruction with themed activities for young children. Campers participate in daily dance classes and creative projects centered around popular children's stories and movies.
People
Jenny Rogers
Owner/Director
Jenny Rogers has directed Safford Dance Academy since 2001. With 30+ years teaching experience, she specializes in multiple dance styles and continues professional development through national workshops.
Rena De La Cruz Holguin
Instructor
Rena teaches ballet and contemporary dance. With degrees from Eastern Arizona College and Northern Arizona University, she brings 15+ years teaching experience and professional performance background to her classes.
Kacie Lee Shelton
Instructor
Kacie instructs contemporary and jazz classes. A former All-American cheerleader, she combines technical precision with creative expression. Currently pursuing further dance education at Eastern Arizona College.
Fallon Boren
Instructor
Fallon teaches ballet and lyrical dance. With 20+ years dance experience and 5 years teaching at SDA, she emphasizes artistic growth and technical development in her students.
Lexi Henderson
Instructor
Lexi leads beginner dance classes. Having trained at SDA since childhood, she brings personal experience of the studio's teaching philosophy to her instruction of young students.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, clogging, pom, lyrical, and tumbling classes for all skill levels.
What age groups do you teach?
We provide instruction for children as young as 3 years old through pre-professional adult training programs.
When does the dance year start?
The regular dance year begins August 18th with open enrollment available August 13th-14th.
Do you have performance opportunities?
Yes, we offer recitals and performance classes that showcase student progress throughout the dance year.
What are your facility features?
Our studio includes five air-conditioned studios with Marley flooring, viewing windows, and an on-site dancewear store.
How are class placements determined?
Younger children are placed by age while older students receive evaluations for appropriate skill-level placement.