Pacific Northwest Dance Foundation

760 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402

Location of Pacific Northwest Dance Foundation camp760 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402

About

Pacific Northwest Dance Foundation offers Ballet, Choreography, Tap, Jazz, Caberet, Mommy & Me, and Summer Camps. Ballet focuses on technique, strength, and musicality. Tap teaches basic rhythms, patterns, and making music with the feet, and Mommy & Me is a music-and-movement time for moms and their toddlers.

Programs

  • Ballet — All levels; all ages and abilities · A dynamic ballet class that focuses on technique, strength, and musicality.
  • Choreography — All ages and abilities · A fun class that focuses on one piece of choreography a month, from musical theater, jazz, hip hop and more.
  • Tap — Beginner-friendly; all ages and abilities · Teaches the fundamentals of tap dancing, including basic rhythms, patterns, and making music with your feet.
  • Jazz — All ages and abilities · A high-energy, expressive class that blends classic jazz technique with contemporary choreography.
  • Caberet — All ages and abilities · Blends jazz technique with expressive character work, teaching students how to build stage presence, rhythm, and body confidence.
  • Mommy & Me — Toddlers · A music-and-movement time where moms and their toddlers sway, stretch, and play together in a safe setting.
  • Summer Camps — Children · Register for summer camps; the page asks, 'What age is your child?'

At a glance

  • Ages: 3–18 years old

About the provider

Pacific Northwest Dance Foundation provides dance and performing arts education to all ages and abilities. Its mission is to provide dance instruction to both dancers and non-dancers, sponsor, host, and participate in events and activities that promote dance, and provide performance and choreographic opportunities for dancers who would not have these opportunities otherwise. It is dedicated to equitable art education for all through free classes, material, and performance opportunities in the community.

What families say

“I love my adult tap class the teachers are so nice and patient with their students. I’ve met a lot of great people in my class. So if you want to learn something new and meet some supper people you really should check out this class. So come and join us.” — Julene, Adult Tap

“I'm not a dancer and I love how they provide a place for all dance enthusiasts of any level a no-judgement zone to explore.” — Acela, Hip Hop

“What a spectacular community - I've been taking lessons for about a year now, and have no formal dance experience. The classes are phenomenal and such a great time.” — Tera, Adult Classes

Last updated October 26, 2026.

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