Dance E.L.I.T.E. Performance Academy
Dance ELITE Performance Academy, 5720 Westbourne Avenue, Columbus, OH 43213
About
Dance ELITE Performance Academy offers dance classes and workshops taught by professional choreographers. The program focuses on a wide variety of dance classes and is most known for its emphasis on hip-hop and jazz. Dance is described as a way of life at the studio, and the program focuses on strengthening each dancer’s technique individually and providing countless opportunities for dancers to showcase their talent.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
Dance ELITE Performance Academy has been inspiring and training dancers since 2010. The founder and artistic director is Samara Tillman, who is also the director of Dance ELITE Performance Academy. The mission of Dance ELITE Performance Academy is to enrich the lives of the people in the community through the art and discipline of dance. The program states that it values the individual, empowers dancers to be their best in all things, consistently shows dancers love and support both inside and outside the studio, and believes in family while expecting great things from their dancing stars. Dance E.L.I.T.E. Performance Academy is described as Columbus’ premiere dance studio and has plans to create a state-of-the-art facility designed for both dancers and their families.
The ELITE Monthly Giving Society offers monthly giving opportunities that support access, opportunity, and growth for young dancers, including uniforms, shoes, full-year tuition, and costumes, and it aims to help double the number of youth mentored and enhance scholarship opportunities.
Parents describe the studio’s commitment to excellence and mention friendly, fun-filled instruction where dancers and instructors are always working on their craft. Families report that their children are learning and growing as dancers, and some describe the studio as more than just a dance school, calling it a place where their children can express themselves and learn what they are capable of. Several parents mention a family feel, say they would recommend Dance ELITE Performance Academy to other families, and note that their children enjoy their coaches, teachers, and the director. One parent of a son who has danced there for five years notes that the staff and teachers create an atmosphere that is comfortable for him as a male dancer. Another parent describes founder Samara Tillman as a “ball of fun” who creates an awesome and positive atmosphere for the kids.
Last updated August 15, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
Dance ELITE Performance Academy has been inspiring and training dancers since 2010. The founder and artistic director is Samara Tillman, who is also the director of Dance ELITE Performance Academy. The mission of Dance ELITE Performance Academy is to enrich the lives of the people in the community through the art and discipline of dance. The program states that it values the individual, empowers dancers to be their best in all things, consistently shows dancers love and support both inside and outside the studio, and believes in family while expecting great things from their dancing stars. Dance E.L.I.T.E. Performance Academy is described as Columbus’ premiere dance studio and has plans to create a state-of-the-art facility designed for both dancers and their families.
The ELITE Monthly Giving Society offers monthly giving opportunities that support access, opportunity, and growth for young dancers, including uniforms, shoes, full-year tuition, and costumes, and it aims to help double the number of youth mentored and enhance scholarship opportunities.
Parents describe the studio’s commitment to excellence and mention friendly, fun-filled instruction where dancers and instructors are always working on their craft. Families report that their children are learning and growing as dancers, and some describe the studio as more than just a dance school, calling it a place where their children can express themselves and learn what they are capable of. Several parents mention a family feel, say they would recommend Dance ELITE Performance Academy to other families, and note that their children enjoy their coaches, teachers, and the director. One parent of a son who has danced there for five years notes that the staff and teachers create an atmosphere that is comfortable for him as a male dancer. Another parent describes founder Samara Tillman as a “ball of fun” who creates an awesome and positive atmosphere for the kids.
Last updated August 15, 2026.
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