Backstage Academy of Dance

Backstage Academy of Dance offers instruction in Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Hip Hop, Tumbling, Tumbling Tots, Dance with Me (Parent & little dancer), and several combination classes such as Tot Hop/Tap, Ballet/Tap, Hip Hop/Tumble, and Hip Hop/Jazz. The program also offers Parent and Me, Zumba, and Latin Cardio classes. Classes are available for ages 1 1/2 through adult, with instruction for beginning through advanced levels, and it is stated that the program caters to ages 2 through adult at these levels.

• Ages: 2–18 years old

Backstage Academy of Dance has been serving the Turlock area for over 25 years. The stated goal of the program is to provide the ultimate dance experience, sharing a passion for dance in a fun, supportive, and positive environment for people of all ages and skill levels, and to offer options for fun, exercise, technical training, or performance experience. One parent testimonial notes that their daughters have been dancing at Backstage Academy of Dance since age 3, that over 10 years dance has taught them discipline, responsibility, and self-esteem, and that their favorite time of year is being part of the Nutcracker, describing Backstage as a great asset to the community.

Last updated March 16, 2026.