Programs & Pricing at Alliance Academy of Dance
At Alliance Academy of Dance, we believe every dancer deserves a place to grow, belong, and shine. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to provide a clear pathway for dancers of every age, experience level, and commitment level—from a child’s very first dance class to advanced competitive training.
Whether your dancer is looking for a fun recreational experience or elite performance opportunities, our goal is always the same: to build confident, hardworking, well-rounded young people through dance.
The Alliance Difference
At Alliance Academy of Dance, we believe dance is about more than technique or trophies. It is about helping young people become confident, kind, resilient, hardworking individuals who learn the value of discipline, creativity, teamwork, and self-expression.
No matter which program a dancer chooses, every child at Alliance is valued, encouraged, and given opportunities to grow both on and off the stage
The Alliance Pathway
From first steps to elite training, Alliance offers a pathway designed to grow with your dancer every step of the way.
⭐ Star Program (18 months–6)
🎭 Encore Program (7–14)
🌟 NOVA Company (Semi-Competitive)
💎 ONYX Company (Elite Competitive)
⭐ Star → 🎭 Encore → 🌟 NOVA → 💎 ONYX
✨ STAR PROGRAM
Ages 18 months–6 years
Building confidence from the very first step.
The Star Program is our introductory recreational program designed especially for young dancers. Through imaginative movement, engaging music, and age-appropriate instruction, dancers build confidence, coordination, creativity, and a love for dance in a nurturing and structured environment.
Star Program Highlights: ✨
✔ Age-appropriate curriculum ✔ Foundations in ballet, jazz, tap, and acro ✔ Monthly themed experiences ✔ Watch weeks and special in-class performance moments ✔ Optional Nutcracker participation ✔ End-of-year recital participation ✔ Positive, confidence-building environment
Our Goal: To create a joyful first dance experience where every child feels confident, successful, and excited to learn.
Please Note: • Dancers entering Shimmer Stars must be potty trained. • All Star Program students will perform in Part 1 of our May recital. • Tumble Stars is a technique-focused class and does not participate in recital.
👶Mommy & Me
Ages 18 months–2 years A parent-participation class focused on movement, music, bonding, and introducing little ones to the joy of dance.
✨ Shimmer Stars
Ages 3–4 years A combo class introducing ballet, tap, and creative movement through imagination, music, and playful learning.
🌟 Rising Stars
Ages 5–6 years A confidence-building combo class introducing stronger ballet and Tap foundations while continuing to develop coordination, musicality, and stage presence.
🤸♀️ Tumble Stars
Ages 3–4 years & Ages 5-6 Years
An energetic acrobatics class focused on flexibility, strength, balance, and introductory tumbling skills. Crab walks, bear walks, bunny hops, forward rolls, handstands, bridges, cartwheels, flexibility, balance, strength, and beginner acro foundations.
🩰 Ballet Stars
Ages 3–4 years & Ages 5-6 Years
A ballet-focused class introducing grace, creativity, musicality, and foundational ballet technique in a fun and encouraging environment.
🎭 ENCORE PROGRAM
Ages 7–14 years
Where every dancer belongs, grows, and Shines.
The Encore Program is designed for dancers who want to continue growing in dance without the commitment of competitive dance. Encore dancers receive high-quality training in a fun, welcoming, and performance-focused environment while building confidence, friendships, versatility, and stage presence.
Encore Program Highlights:
- Ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and acro opportunities
- In-studio showcases and video days
- Optional Nutcracker participation
- Confidence and performance-focused experiences
- Opportunities for advanced training as dancers grow
Our Goal:
To help dancers develop confidence, versatility, strong technique, and a lifelong love for dance in a positive and encouraging environment.
All Encore Program students will perform in Part 1 of our May recital. • Encore Acro is a technique-focused class and does not participate in recital.
🎭 Mini Encore
Ages 7–9 years
A well-rounded recreational training experience focused on technique, performance skills, confidence-building, and having fun in a positive environment.
Class Options:
🎭 Mini Encore Combo A combination class including ballet, tap, and jazz
🤸♀️ Mini Encore Acro (Optional Add-On) Build flexibility, strength, tumbling skills, and acro technique
🎵 Mini Encore Hip Hop (Optional Add-On) High-energy classes focused on rhythm, movement, confidence, and performance
🎭 Junior Encore
Ages 9–11 years
Dancers continue developing stronger technique, versatility, and performance quality while building confidence and friendships.
Class Options:
🎭 Junior Encore Combo A combination class including ballet, tap, and jazz
🤸♀️ Junior Encore Acro (Optional Add-On) Build flexibility, strength, tumbling skills, and acro technique
🎵 Junior Encore Hip Hop (Optional Add-On) High-energy classes focused on rhythm, style, and performance
🌟 Teen Encore
Ages 11–14 years
An elevated recreational program offering more advanced training and performance opportunities in a positive and encouraging environment.
Class Options:
🌟 Teen Encore Combo A combination class including ballet, tap, and jazz
🤸♀️ Teen Encore Acro (Optional Add-On) Continue developing strength, flexibility, and acrobatic skills
🎵 Teen Encore Hip Hop (Optional Add-On) Build confidence, musicality, and performance through energetic hip hop classes
🌟 NOVA COMPANY
Growth. Commitment. Teamwork.
Nova Company is our semi-competitive performance program designed for dancers ready to take their training and commitment to the next level in a supportive and team-oriented environment.
Nova dancers participate in rehearsals, conventions, competitions, performances, and additional training opportunities while continuing to build strong technique, work ethic, teamwork, and confidence. Designed for dancers seeking a balance of quality training and performance experiences, NOVA provides an encouraging environment where dancers develop not only as performers, but also as leaders, teammates, and individuals.
Program Structure ✨
✔ Audition-only placement ✔ Structured weekly schedule with required core classes ✔ Optional add-on classes and additional training opportunities ✔ Convention and competition experiences ✔ Performance opportunities throughout the season ✔ Progressive technical and artistic development
🌟 Rookies
Ages 5–6 years
Our youngest competitive dancers begin learning teamwork, classroom structure, performance skills, and foundational technique in a positive and encouraging environment.
🌟 Mini Nova
Ages 7–9 years
Mini Nova dancers continue developing technique, versatility, performance quality, confidence, and commitment while building strong friendships and a love for performing.
🌟 Junior Nova
Ages 9–11 years
Junior Nova dancers increase their technical training while continuing to grow in artistry, accountability, teamwork, and stage presence.
🌟 Teen Nova
Ages 11–14 years
Teen Nova dancers train more extensively in multiple styles while continuing to build versatility, work ethic, confidence, artistry, and performance quality.
Nova Company Focus 🌟
✔ Strong technical foundations ✔ Teamwork and accountability ✔ Versatility across multiple dance styles ✔ Performance opportunities and experience ✔ Positive and encouraging competitive environment
Our Goal
To challenge dancers to grow both technically and personally while fostering confidence, discipline, resilience, and a love for the process.
Please Note
- NOVA is an audition-only program • NOVA dancers follow a structured schedule with required core classes and may choose additional training opportunities through add-on classes • NOVA dancers participate in conventions, competitions, and performances throughout the season • All NOVA dancers will perform in Part 2 of our May recital and our Competitive Concert
💎 ONYX COMPANY
Elite Training. Passion. Excellence.
Onyx Company is our most advanced competitive program for dancers seeking advanced training and performance opportunities in a highly committed and inspiring environment.
Onyx dancers train extensively in multiple styles while participating in conventions, competitions, performances, and additional training opportunities throughout the season. Designed for dancers who are passionate about growth and committed to taking their training to the next level, ONYX provides a challenging and inspiring environment where dancers develop not only as performers, but also as leaders and individuals.
Program Structure ✨
✔ Audition-only placement ✔ Structured weekly schedule with required core classes ✔ Optional add-on classes and additional training opportunities ✔ Convention and competition experiences ✔ Performance opportunities throughout the season ✔ Advanced technical and artistic development
💎 Mini Onyx
Ages 7–9 years
Focused on developing strong technical foundations, performance quality, discipline, confidence, and a love for training from an early age.
💎 Junior Onyx
Ages 9–11 years
Dancers continue building versatility, technical precision, artistry, teamwork, and stronger training habits while increasing their commitment level.
💎 Teen Onyx
Ages 11–14 years
Teen dancers focus on advanced technical training, performance quality, versatility, artistry, leadership, and professionalism.
💎 Senior Onyx
Ages 14 & Up
Our highest-level dancers train extensively while developing advanced technical excellence, artistry, leadership, professionalism, and strong work ethic both in and out of the studio.
Onyx Company Focus 💎
✔ Advanced technical training ✔ Performance quality and artistry ✔ Versatility and professionalism ✔ Leadership and teamwork ✔ Discipline, grit, and resilience
Our Goal
To provide elite dance training while helping dancers develop confidence, character, leadership, work ethic, and life skills that extend far beyond the stage.
Please Note
- ONYX is an audition-only program • ONYX dancers follow a structured schedule with required core classes and may choose additional training opportunities through add-on classes • ONYX dancers participate in conventions, competitions, and performances throughout the season • All ONYX dancers will perform in Part 2 of our May recital and our Competitive Concert
