The School at TU Dance Center

The School at TU Dance Center was formed in 2011 and is organized in three divisions: children and teen program, pre-professional program, and open program. Its offerings include Creative Movement with live percussion, Youth Beginning Level focused on Modern, Ballet, Hip Hop, and African Dance, and Youth Intermediate Level for students with some dance experience.

Programs

• The School at TU Dance Center — Children and teen program: ages not specified; pre-professional program: up to age 23; open program: everyone · The School was formed in 2011. It is organized in three divisions: children and teen program, pre-professional program, and open program.
• Creative Movement — ages 5-8 · Mon-Fri, 9:00-11:00 am; Fri, 9:00-10:00 am and 10:15-11:00 am · $295 · 1-week program with live percussion.
• Youth Beginning Level — typically ages 9-12 · Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-2:00 pm; Sat, 10:00 am-2:00 pm · $715 · 2-week entry-level program focused on Modern, Ballet, Hip Hop, and African Dance.
• Teen Beginning Level — typically ages 13-16 · Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-12:30 pm; Sat, 10:00 am-2:00 pm · $715 · 2-week entry-level program focused on Modern, Ballet, Hip Hop, and African Dance.
• Youth Intermediate Level — typically ages 11 and older · Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-2:00 pm; Sat, 10:00 am-2:00 pm · $910 · 2-week program for students with some dance experience; balance of technique and artistry.
• Teen Intermediate Level — typically ages 14 and older · Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-2:00 pm; Sat, 10:00 am-2:00 pm · Designed for students with two or more years of formal training.
• Pre-Professional Program Level 1 — typically ages 11 and above · Mon 4:30-7:30 pm; Wed 4:30-5:45 pm; Thu 4:30-7:15 pm; Sat 1:00-5:15 pm · $3,925 · Entry level into the Pre-Professional Program.
• Pre-Professional Program Level 2 — typically ages 12 and above · Mon 4:30-7:30 pm; Tue 4:30-8:00 pm; Wed 5:00-6:30 pm; Thu 4:30-6:00 pm; Sat 1:00-5:15 pm · $4,375 · Focused training in Ballet, Modern, African Dance, conditioning, and weekly Workshop classes.
• Pre-Professional Program Level 3 — typically ages 13-16 · Mon 4:30-7:45 pm; Tue 4:30-8:00 pm; Wed 5:00-8:00 pm; Fri 4:30-7:45 pm; Sat 1:00-3:15 pm · $4,650 · Designed for students with four or more years of formal training and a solid grounding in technique.
• Pre-Professional Program Level 4 — ages 13-16 · Mon 4:30-7:45 pm; Tue 4:30-8:00 pm; Wed 5:00-8:00 pm; Fri 4:30-7:45 pm; Sat 1:00-4:00 pm · $4,735 · For students who demonstrate a strong commitment to dance education; recommended four or more years of formal training.
• Pre-Professional Program Level 5 — ages 17-24 · Mon 4:30-7:45 pm; Tue 4:30-8:00 pm; Wed 5:00-8:00 pm; Fri 4:30-7:45 pm; Sat 1:00-4:00 pm · $4,735 · For pre-professional students interested in pursuing careers as professional dancers.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $295–$4,735
• General schedule: The School at TU Dance Center utilizes yearly-based enrollment, except for Creative Movement and Dancing Together which continue by sessions in fall and spring.

About the provider

The School at TU Dance Center was formed in 2011. Its mission statement says TU Dance is committed to access and excellence and offers opportunities for everyone to experience the connective power of dance. It also says TU Dance draws from diverse dance expressions to connect communities with transformational possibilities that bring to life shared humanity.

Full or partial scholarships are available. Financial aid applications are due by July 3, 2026 for summer programs and by September 11, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Pre-Professional Program. Level placement may require contact by email, video submission, or in-person class by appointment.

What families say

“students come out of the program with self-confidence, with the ability to transform their lives, with the gift of having experienced pure joy.” — Natalie, a TU Dance Center parent

Last updated October 18, 2026.