Sound Movement Arts Center
Sound Movement Arts Center, 2310 Mildred St W, #100a, University Place, WA 98466
About
Sound Movement Arts Center offers Recreational Dance Classes for ages 2.5 through high school in Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Modern, Ballroom, and Acro. It also offers the Movement Dance Company, a competitive performance team and pre-professional training program for ages 6 to 18, plus Adult Classes offered throughout the year. Private Lessons are available to all students and can be used to improve technique or learn choreography.
Programs
- Recreational Dance Classes — 2.5 through high school · Recreational program with a wide range of dance styles, including Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Modern, Ballroom, and Acro.
- Competitive Program / Movement Dance Company (MDC) — 6-18 · Competitive performance team and pre-professional training program.
- Adult Classes — adults · Offered throughout the year.
- The Nutcracker - Act 2 — Family-friendly version of the classic ballet with an all-student cast. Auditions are held in August and performance is in December.
At a glance
- Ages: 2–18 years old
- General schedule: Recreational classes: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter-Spring (Jan-June), and Summer Session (July-August).
- Facility hours: Monday 3-9 PM; Tuesday 3-9 PM; Wednesday 3-9 PM; Thursday 3-9 PM; Friday closed; Saturday 9 AM-12 PM; Sunday closed
About the provider
Sound Movement Arts Center was established in 2015. The studio states a mission to provide high-quality dance and performing arts education in a positive, family-centered environment and to nurture each student’s individuality while fostering strong technique, creativity, and confidence. It also states that its Movement Dance Company is an award-winning competitive team and that the company includes performances, workshops, and community service.
- Private Lessons — all students · Available to all students and must be scheduled through the studio. Can be used to improve technique or learn choreography.
One predictable monthly payment. No annual registration fee. No recital participation fee. No surprise costume charges. Levels begin at age 8 or by invitation; ages are a guideline, not a firm rule. Space is limited in each class. A current signed registration form/waiver is required before starting a new dance season.
What families say
“My daughter loved her Private Lesson with Miss Giselle!!!! She respects her and appreciates how much she challenges her in class. She really wants to make team. I’m so grateful she made it into Miss Giselle’s class this year!” — Jamie Mom
Last updated September 11, 2026.
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