Summer Dance Classes in Meridian & Kuna (Ages 3-11) Explore Dance, Gain Confidence, and Have Fun!
Summer is the perfect time to explore dance in a fun and supportive environment! Our 8-week session gives young dancers the chance to try new styles, develop coordination, and grow their love for movement. Whether your child is stepping into their first dance class or looking to continue their training, our summer classes provide the structure, creativity, and energy they need to stay engaged. With options in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Acro, every dancer can find their perfect fit while making new friends along the way.
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Learn New Skills, Gain Confidence,
and Make Friends
Dancers develop balance, strength, and rhythm through engaging classes that introduce fundamental skills. With expert instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and more, students refine movement quality while having fun.
Mastering new steps and expressing creativity helps young dancers gain self-assurance. Every class encourages students to explore movement in a supportive space where they can grow at their own pace.
Dance is more than just movement—it’s about friendship and teamwork. Summer classes provide a positive setting where kids build relationships, celebrate progress, and share the joy of dance together.
Try Something New, Grow with Confidence!
Summer dance classes at Dance Arts Academy in Meridian, ID offer a fun and active way for kids to explore movement, improve coordination, and learn new styles. From Ballet and Tap to Hip Hop and Jazz, each class is designed to help young dancers build rhythm, strength, and confidence in a supportive environment. Sparkle Sprouts and Hippety Hop, our 30-minute classes for younger dancers, are priced at $76 for the full 8-week session. All other summer classes are $98, with a $10 late fee for registrations after May 1. There will be no classes the week of July 1st. Spots fill quickly—register today and give your child a chance to stay active, creative, and connected all summer long.
Introduce your little one to the joy of dance with a class designed to build coordination, creativity, and confidence. Sparkle Sprouts blends ballet basics with imaginative movement, making it the perfect first dance experience in a fun and nurturing environment.
🩰 Class Options:
- Tuesday: 6:45 – 7:15 PM
- Wednesday: 5:15 – 5:45 PM
This engaging combo class introduces young dancers to the grace of ballet and the rhythm of tap in a fun, structured setting. Glitter Gems helps build coordination, musicality, and confidence while keeping movement exciting and age-appropriate.
👯 Class Time:
- Tuesday: 4:30 – 5:15 PM
This high-energy class introduces young dancers to hip hop basics with fun, upbeat music and age-appropriate movement. Hippety Hop focuses on rhythm, coordination, and self-expression, making it the perfect way for kids to stay active and build confidence.
🕺 Class Time:
- Wednesday: 6:30 – 7:00 PM
Dancers bring energy and style to this fun-filled class, learning hip hop fundamentals with age-appropriate choreography. With a focus on musicality, coordination, and confidence, Hip Hop 1 is perfect for kids who love to move to the beat.
🎶 Class Time:
- Wednesday: 5:45 – 6:30 PM
This exciting class blends the energy of jazz with the rhythm of tap, helping dancers build coordination, musicality, and confidence. Students develop strong fundamentals in both styles while having fun with upbeat choreography and engaging movement.
🎭 Class Time:
- Tuesday: 5:15 – 6:00 PM
Dancers build strength, grace, and technique in this structured ballet class. With a focus on proper alignment, coordination, and musicality, Ballet 1-2 helps students develop a solid foundation while fostering a love for movement.
🩰 Class Time:
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 6:45 PM
Why Families Love Dance Arts Academy
With a variety of dance styles and class times, it’s easy to find the perfect fit. Whether your child is new to dance or refining their skills, we offer options to match their interests and schedule.
Our experienced instructors focus on proper technique, injury prevention, and confidence-building in a positive learning environment where every dancer feels encouraged to grow.
More than just a studio, Dance Arts Academy is a place where dancers build friendships, support each other, and celebrate progress—both on and off the dance floor.
Why Dance Arts Academy’s Summer Classes Stand Out
Choosing the right summer activity can shape your child’s confidence, coordination, and love for movement. See how Dance Arts Academy’s Summer Dance Classes for ages 3-11 compare to other programs like traditional gyms, recreational sports, or standard activity camps.
Standard programs focus on basic fitness but don’t develop coordination, rhythm, or creativity.
Many kids lose interest in traditional summer sports or fitness activities due to lack of variety.
Some sports and programs focus on winning rather than personal growth.
Many standard fitness programs don’t emphasize safe movement techniques for young kids.
Our classes blend technique, movement, and music, keeping kids active while enhancing motor skills.
With Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip Hop, dancers experience different styles, keeping every session exciting.
We focus on skill-building and confidence, allowing every child to progress at their own pace.
Our instructors prioritize proper alignment, flexibility, and strength, helping dancers move safely and confidently.
Growing Skills in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Tap
Young dancers thrive in a structured and encouraging environment where they can explore movement, develop coordination, and build confidence. Our summer classes in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Tap introduce essential techniques while keeping learning fun and engaging. Whether your child is practicing graceful movements at the barre, learning upbeat jazz choreography, exploring rhythm in tap, or grooving to the beat in hip hop, each class is designed to support their growth at every stage. With expert guidance, age-appropriate instruction, and a focus on technique, musicality, and self-expression, dancers gain skills that will carry them beyond the studio.
Enhancing Focus, Determination, and Creativity
Dance is more than just movement—it teaches discipline, perseverance, and self-expression. In our summer classes, young dancers sharpen their focus, improve coordination, and build a strong foundation in ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop. Each class encourages students to set personal goals, work through challenges, and celebrate progress in a supportive and engaging environment. Whether mastering new choreography, refining technique, or gaining strength and control, dancers develop skills that boost confidence and carry into all aspects of life.
Encouraging Growth, Courage, and Determination
Dance is a powerful way for children to build confidence, develop resilience, and embrace challenges with a positive mindset. In our summer classes, young dancers explore ballet, jazz, hip hop, and tap in a supportive and uplifting environment where progress is celebrated. With expert instruction and personalized encouragement, students push past limits, refine their technique, and discover their strengths. Whether learning a new step, gaining control and precision, or stepping outside their comfort zone, dancers develop a sense of accomplishment that carries into all areas of life.
Forming Friendships and Learning Teamwork
Dance is more than individual movement—it’s about collaboration, support, and shared experiences. In our summer classes, young dancers learn, grow, and celebrate progress together in an encouraging environment where friendships naturally form. Whether practicing in class, learning choreography, or performing alongside their peers, students develop teamwork, trust, and mutual respect. These connections extend beyond the studio, helping dancers build lasting friendships and a sense of belonging that enhances both their confidence and love for dance.
Real Stories from Dancers and Parents
The heart of Dance Arts Academy is our incredible community. From gaining confidence and mastering new skills to forming lasting friendships, our dancers and their families share how our studio has made a difference in their lives. Read their experiences and see why so many call Dance Arts Academy their home away from home.
Amazing! All the staff is great with kids of all ages and abilities.
Morgan is such an amazing teacher to Angelica. She has so much patience and shows great concern to attention and details of the dance. She manages all the children with ease and definitely shows great interest with all the children.
This is my daughter’s 3rd season at this studio. She just loves going to dance and the staff and classes are fantastic!
My Grand daughter attends this academy and Mrs Hedi has done a wonderful job teaching her !!! We attended the recital and were very happy!!
We just moved to the area a couple months ago. My kiddos were highly involved in their studio back home and on company team. When I say the owner, company director and everyone in between made us feel welcome, it’s an understatement. We already feel at home at our new studio. Wonderful dance instruction, the kids have a blast, and they are learning a TON!!! I expect is to be a part of the DAA family for years to come!!
Addy loves her class. Teaches so much more than just dance!
My daughter has taken dance at Dance Arts Academy since she was 3 (9 years ago). We love the teachers and classes. She has taken tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, and musical theater. My son also loves the boys hip hop classes! I would recommend them to anyone!
My daughter loves going to dance each week!
My daughter has been dancing here since she could walk (she’s 12 now!). We’ve enjoyed every class. We’ve taken tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, hip hop, musical theater, and lots of technique. This academy is perfect for those looking to just have fun, and for those that want to perform and compete. My son loves the boys hip hop. The instructors are professional but laid back. The best part is the friendships that have developed over the years, this is her home away from home!
Mrs. Georgette is my daughter's favorite dance teacher. My daughter is in the "Darby's Dance Class" for special needs. Mrs Georgette is so patient and talented. So glad to have her as a dance teacher 💓 …
We love DAA! Our daughter is 4 and takes Glitter Gems and Hippty Hop classes. Our Son is 2 and we do Zumbini class with him. Dotty and her staff are super sweet. They are prompt to answer emails which makes us feel like they really care. The tuition is reasonable and I love that the cost of costumes is included in the monthly tuition so you aren’t hit with that cost all at once. Although we will not be attending during the summer due to other activities and travel. We have already registered fall classes.
We absolutely love Miss Heidi! She always has positive things to say and is supportive of both parents and kids! My daughter loves going to dance class and seeing Miss Heidi and her friends!
My daughter has taken dance here for two years. She’s almost 6. At first it was just a dance class, something fun for her to do... but it has become so much more to us as time has gone by. It’s a community, a family. Dotty and her staff (all of them) make a point to get to know who each dancer is... to encourage and support each student at whatever level they are at. Their communication is amazing, their love for their students is endless and the recitals are phenomenal! Truly a culmination of love and hard work, both from the dancers and the instructors. It’s a pleasure to watch them all and so wonderful to know that my daughter can learn and grow with Dance Arts Academy for many more years to come!
Ms Heidi is the sweetest dance teacher. She shows compassion when the students hurt themselves while dancing. My daughter absolutely loves her and has opened up so much since being in her class this year. Thank you Ms Heidi! We appreciate everything you do!
We love DAA! This is my daughter's second year at DAA so she decided to branch out from ballet and take both Morgan's Hippity Hop 2 class and Becca's Jazz/Tap 1 class. Her teachers are great with their class kiddos! Both Morgan and Becca are encouraging, patient, and know how to adapt their teaching to whatever the kiddos need each class. I've definitely noticed a boost in my daughter's confidence since she started at DAA last year! Thank you to Morgan and Becca for increasing my daughter's interest in dance and to Heidi for getting it started last year with Ballet 1!
Georgette is the most amazing tap teacher! I’ve been in her adult class for 9 years from very beginner to the advanced class. My daughter spent more years with her, laughing, learning, and challenging herself along the way. Georgette is incredibly patient, creative, and fun. Her choreography and approach is the best!
We have had the absolute best experience with Dance Arts Academy. The darbys dancer is an amazing organization and we have been so lucky to be a part of it. Georgette is a fantastic teacher with a heart of gold and makes my daughter feel so confident and welcomed. 😀 Best dance studio in the Boise area! …
What a wonderful place to take dance💖Dance Arts Academy is a great place to create memories with your child. Their environment and classes are amazing. Sign up!!!! 😊🌸🌹🌺🌷
We have been going to Dance Arts Academy for the last 3 months. My daughter is 2 1/2 in the me & my shadow dance class. She gets so excited every Monday knowing that it is dance day! I have called around different dance places before going to Dance Arts Academy, they were either really expensive or didn't offer classes for that young of an age group. This dance studio is very clean and very reasonable priced! Not only does my daughter enjoy this class but I also look forward to be able to dance with her and spend some time out of our busy day together to enjoy dance. Dotty has so much patience and always has fun dance routines for these little girls! Thank you for offering a dance class for a younger age group!
My toddler just turned three and had her first dance session there last week. The instructor was patient and kind! My toddler enjoyed the class and has been talking about it ever since. The front receptionist was very kind and outgoing every time I have called and has been very helpful and pleasant to speak to.
Dotty is the best ! My little princess wanted to start ballet when she was three . I was unsure of locations to choose but I’m so happy we went with dance arts academy. Dotty has helped her blossom so much into the little dancer she is. Some other girls in the class used to cry and be so nervous and dotty has been so patient and helped them become so comfortable and confident .
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FAQs
Our summer program helps young dancers develop coordination, rhythm, strength, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Classes provide structured learning, age-appropriate technique, and creative movement, helping students build skills while enjoying an exciting summer activity.
Yes! Our summer classes are designed for dancers of all experience levels, including those new to dance. Instructors provide step-by-step guidance to ensure every child feels comfortable, engaged, and able to progress at their own pace.
Dance is more than movement—it teaches focus, teamwork, and resilience. By setting personal goals, working through challenges, and engaging with peers in a collaborative environment, dancers gain valuable life skills that extend beyond the studio.
Each dance style has a recommended dress code to ensure comfort and ease of movement. Ballet and jazz students should wear a leotard, tights, and ballet or jazz shoes. Tap students should wear a leotard or fitted top with leggings or dance shorts and tap shoes. Hip hop dancers should wear comfortable dancewear such as leggings, joggers, or shorts with a fitted top and clean sneakers.
For safety reasons, jewelry and watches are not allowed during class.
No, a leotard and convertible tights work for all styles. Additional layers like shorts, leggings, or skirts can be added based on the class.
Our summer classes focus on skill-building and exploration, so they do not include a formal recital. However, dancers will learn choreography and combinations throughout the session, giving them a sense of achievement and progression.
Extra Benefits of Our Summer Classes
Kids stay engaged, energized, and moving instead of spending summer indoors on screens. Dance keeps them physically active while sparking creativity.
With an eight-week session, summer dance is a great way to try something new without a long-term commitment, making it easy for families with busy schedules.
Dancing helps maintain structure and routine over the summer months, keeping kids mentally and physically engaged while school is out.
Dancers develop a stronger sense of musicality, timing, and coordination by moving to a variety of age-appropriate music styles.
Get more information about our classes and schedule on the next page!