Choose Age To See Classes
All classes are weekly. There are video demos of each level and class style HERE.
Preschool Level
Fun, imaginative classes that introduce movement, rhythm, and basic dance skills.
- Ballet and Tap combined class
- Hip Hop and Acro combined class
Mini Level
Build coordination, confidence, and classroom structure while exploring different styles.
- Ballet
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Hip Hop
- Acro
- Tap
- Technique Class: Conditioning
Petite Level
Develop strong fundamentals, technique, and performance skills.
- Ballet
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Hip Hop
- Acro
- Tap
- Technique Class: Conditioning, Skills, Barre
Junior Level
Junior dancers grow through more focused training that develops strength, flexibility, and style. Classes introduce more advanced skills such as à la seconde turns, leg turns, butterfly jumps, firebird jumps, and other technique-based elements that prepare dancers for higher levels.
- Ballet
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Hip Hop
- Acro
- Technique Class: Barre, Conditioning, Skills (required for this level)
Teen Level
Teen dancers train at an advanced level, focusing on strength, control, artistry, and performance.
Classes include more complex skills such as around the world, forced arch pirouettes, switch front leaps, spinning discs, and other advanced technique.
- Pointe
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Hip Hop
- Acro
- Technique Class: Barre, Conditioning, Skills (required for this level)
- Senior Level
Senior dancers train at the highest level in our studio, focusing on advanced technique, performance quality, and professional-level choreography.
Classes emphasize not just skills, but artistry — including texture, dynamics, and the development of choreography.
- Pointe
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Hip Hop
- Acro
- Technique Class: Barre, Conditioning, Skills (required for this level)
What is Technique
Technique Classes Are Where Dancers Grow
• Strength & control
• Injury prevention
• Faster learning
• Confidence on stage
• Versatility in all styles
We don’t just teach dances.
We teach dancers how to dance.
What Happens When Dancers Don't Take Technique?
When dancers skip technique classes, their growth can slow down. At CDA, Skills, Conditioning, and Barre are what help dancers build strength, control, and proper technique.
- Jazz & Contemporary → need Skills
- Hip Hop & Acro → need Conditioning
- Ballet → need Barre
Without these classes, dancers often struggle with turns, flexibility, and control. This can lead to slower progress, frustration, and even injury. Technique classes give dancers the foundation they need to feel confident and succeed in every class.
Our Philosophy At CDA
At Courtney’s Dance Artistry, our goal is to develop confident performers and well-rounded artists. We believe that true growth comes from hard work, dedication, and a commitment to the process. Through training, encouragement, and high standards, our dancers learn not only how to succeed in dance, but also the value of perseverance and discipline—skills that will carry with them far beyond the studio.
About Our Competition Team (Elite)
Where Passion Meets Purpose
CDA’s Elite Program gives dancers the opportunity to grow beyond the classroom through advanced training, new challenges, and real performance experience. Our competition team is more than extra classes—it’s a supportive, driven family where dancers are pushed to reach their full potential.
Commitment Snapshot
- Summer choreography (July–August)
- Weekly classes + additional rehearsals
- Strong attendance and commitment to all practices
- Regional competitions (February–April)
- Dance convention experience
- Potential national competition opportunities
This journey builds not only stronger dancers, but confident, disciplined individuals who carry these skills far beyond the stage.
Growth That Goes Beyond Dance
While the commitment is strong for both dancers and parents, the growth is unmatched. Dancers build confidence, discipline, resilience, and lasting friendships. At CDA, we develop not only strong, versatile performers, but confident individuals who carry these skills beyond the stage.
What to Expect as a Competition Family
At our competition parent meeting, we walk you through everything you need to know to decide if the team is the right fit for your dancer. We explain evaluations and placement, weekly schedules, and the full season commitment—including required summer training and choreography. Families will learn about competition schedules, travel expectations, costs and payment options, as well as fundraising opportunities to help offset expenses. We also cover communication, parent expectations, and how dancers grow in both technique and confidence throughout the season.
Class Demo Videos
Preschool Level
“Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer” in tap class before Nutcracker
Mini Level
”Back With My Bestie” Mini Hip Hop Duo at Dance Competition
Petite Level
“Dancing in the Moonlight” Petite Contemporary Small Group at Dance Competition
Junior Level
“I Can Do Better” Junior Acro Duo at Dance Competition
Teen Level
“About That Walk” Teen Jazz Small Group at Competition
Senior Level
“Remedy” Contemporary Small Group at Competition
Come watch us dance!
Our Annual Spring Showcase celebrates our dancers’ growth from September through May. The show features two performances—matinee for our youngest dancers and evening for our older levels—brought to life with a fun, creative theme. Every dancer receives a trophy, with special awards including our Miss Dance title.