Why Our Dance Curriculum Makes Us Different
When choosing a dance studio, parents often ask: “What makes you different?” For us, the answer is simple: it’s in our curriculum, our culture, and our calling. At Praise Him Dance Academy, dance is more than steps, it’s a journey that shapes the heart, mind, and spirit of every dancer who walks through our doors.
A Curriculum with Purpose
Many studios focus solely on perfecting technique or preparing dancers for competition. While excellence in movement is important, our curriculum goes deeper. Each class is designed to:
Build strong foundations in ballet, tap, jazz, praise, and contemporary styles.
Develop age-appropriate motor skills that grow with your dancer.
Teach musicality, expression, and performance readiness in creative and engaging ways.
Weave in monthly core values (like kindness, gratitude, respect, and identity) anchored in Scripture, so dancers learn not just how to move, but why they move.
Every lesson plan is intentional, balancing skill development with creativity, faith, and fun.
Growth Beyond the Studio
Our curriculum isn’t just about preparing for a recital; it’s about preparing for life. Dancers learn:
Confidence: stepping on stage (and into the world) with courage.
Respect: for themselves, their classmates, and their teachers.
Discipline: showing up, working hard, and celebrating progress.
Praise: understanding that dance can be an expression of love for God.
These values are planted in every class, whether a preschooler is learning her first plié or a teen is rehearsing a worship-driven contemporary piece.
How We’re Different
Here’s what sets us apart from other studios:
Faith Integration: Every class begins with prayer or Scripture, reminding dancers that their gifts are from Him.
Performance with Purpose: Instead of competitions, our dancers share their talents in Christ-centered recitals that uplift audiences and glorify God.
Family-Focused Environment: We’re not just a studio, we’re a community that supports, encourages, and prays for one another.
Excellence Without Pressure: Our dancers grow in skill and artistry, but they’re never defined by trophies or comparisons.
The Heart of It All
At the end of the day, what makes us different is this: we don’t just teach dance steps, we teach discipleship through dance. Our goal is for every student to leave class not only stronger as a dancer, but also stronger in character, confidence, and Christ.
We’re here to raise up the next generation of dancers who know who they are, Whose they are, and why they dance.
