Come cheer on our Squad and Collective dancers as they light up the streets in the Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 6! The parade steps off at 6:45pm and promises to be a festive evening full of community spirit, holiday cheer, and dancing fun.
Join us for our December Drop ’N Shop on Saturday, December 13 from 2–5 PM! This fun-filled afternoon is perfect for kids ages 4–13 and gives parents a little breathing room during the busy holiday season. For just $35, your child will enjoy dancing, games, crafts, and festive activities while you take a few hours […]
Classic Image Dance will be closed for Winter Break from December 22 – January 3. There will be no classes during this time as our dancers and staff take a well-deserved rest to relax and enjoy the holiday season. We wish all of our CID families a joyful and peaceful break filled with love, laughter, […]
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Dance class is a great place to learn and grow, but the best dancers know that extra practice makes a big difference! Practicing at home helps dancers improve faster, feel more confident, and build strong habits. Here are five reasons why at-home practice is so important: Master the Moves Repetition is the key to success! […]
If you’re looking to help your dancer reach new heights, private lessons could be the perfect solution. While group classes are essential for building a sense of community and teamwork, one-on-one instruction offers unique benefits that can help to fast-track a dancer’s growth. 1. Personalized AttentionIn a private lesson, the focus is entirely on your […]
At CID, we are committed to our culture and providing a More Than Just Great Dancing experience for our students and families. You will see this poster (pictured below) in our lobby, as soon as you walk through the door. That is how seriously we take our promise to you! We are proud affiliated members […]
Testimonials from long-term dancers and alumni. “CID has changed my life in so many ways. Beginning here at seven years old, CID has made me the person I am today. Dancing at CID has taught me the value of hard work, dedication, and provided a community for me to thrive in. CID is more than […]
1. Cost of ClassesWe know that dance classes can be pretty pricey, which makes it tough for some families to join in. Between lessons, costumes, and competition fees, the costs can really add up! This sometimes means that talented kids miss out on the chance to dance.At Classic Image Dance, we want to make things […]
Ballroom dancing is a dynamic and enriching experience with a multitude of benefits. Whether captivated by the elegance of the waltz, the zest of the cha-cha, or the freedom of salsa, dancers can learn invaluable lessons that go well beyond the dance floor when participating in ballroom classes. The genre and its many lessons are […]
Starting a new activity can be overwhelming so we put together a list of five important things to know to help you feel prepared going into the new season. There are many dates throughout our season and it’s important that our families know what’s going on and when. To make sure families have as much […]
We are often asked, what is your class size and your student to teacher ratio? Will my child receive personalized attention & instruction or will they just get lost in the shuffle? Class sizes are determined by age and level of the class, while always keeping our students’ best interest at heart. Some of things we […]
Dance is the ultimate performing art, and dancing onstage at the recital serves as a powerful tool for building a child’s confidence in themselves—a confidence that easily carries over into a dancer’s home life, schoolwork, and friendships. So how can one special event create such a big difference? Well, it’s not just about that day. […]
We Loved Meeting Your Friends!! Thank you to everyone who participated in our Bring A Friend week last week! We had so much fun getting to know your friends and dancing with them!! The winner of the Bring A Friend gift basket is Diya Anup. You can stop by the front desk to pick up the […]
It’s Recital Time! It’s time to start preparing for our annual June Dance Recital. The recital will be held June 7, 2018 at Higley Center for the Performing Arts.Teachers have selected their songs and costumes! Ms. Shannon will be measuring all of the dancers for their costumes during the weeks of November 6th and 13th during […]
We are excited to share this article by Jerry Buchs. He shares different points of view from dance experts across the country. With the dance studio season coming to an end, it’s time to “roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer”…and in the dance world there’s summer study, in particular. So then the question […]
SIMPLE WAYS TO GET A HEALTHY JUMPSTART IN 2018! As dancers/athletes, it is imperative for us to keep our bodies fueled and in tip-top condition. Understanding nutrition and how it works hand in hand with your training is an essential to keeping yourself at 110%. Below is an excerpt from the book Fueling Young Athletes by […]
I wanted to share with you this article by Veronica Good about why every dancer should learn to tap. I am a tapper at heart and truly do believe every dancer should tap. She offers 3 great points and I would just like to add that dancers who tap tend to have better musicality and […]
This year I am celebrating 25 years as a dance educator and 22 years as a studio owner, and I have never been more excited to watch our students discover the joy of dance. Dance has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. My mom was also a studio owner, […]
We’ve just about finished up our first month of classes for our 27th season, and wow! CID parents and students, you are awesome! Parents, we treasure you and your children! We love seeing you each week, getting to know you, teaching your children and sharing life with you! All of our students have been working […]
Achieving excellence through continuing education is a priority for everyone at Classic Image Dance and is a valued part of our culture. It is important to me to not only meet, but exceed your expectations in every interaction we have with you. One of the best ways for us to exceed expectations in the classroom […]