Dance Alive Portland

Anna Ellis is thrilled to introduce her new dance program, Dance Alive Portland. This program, hosted by Aerial Dance PDX, aims to be a vibrant fusion of dance that combines classical ballet technique, creative movement and athletic strength all into one class, designed for ages 3-14. Her passion is to foster artistic expression, encourage confidence and cultivate a positive and supportive environment for young dancers.

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Tiny Tots

Pre-K (3-4 yrs.)

Tuesdays, 3:45-4:25

This playful and engaging class is a delightful introduction to dance. Not only will your dancer develop motor skills and coordination with simple moves like jumps, spins, and balances, this class also aims to spark imagination and creative expression with props and added storytelling during stretches. Your dancer will also learn to move in sync with the music, work with others and boost their confidence in a lighthearted and supportive environment.

Register for Tiny Tots October Session

Kinder-Minis

Kinder-2nd grade

Tuesdays, 4:30-5:25

Mini Movers is an energetic dance class that blends ballet, athletic jazz and creative movement together in one. Dancers will build confidence, coordination, body awareness, work on balance and rhythm, and express themselves through music and imagination.

With a focus on strength, technique, flexibility, and creative play, this class encourages dancers to move with power and grace in a supportive, fun environment.

Register for Kinder-Minis October Session

Juniors

3rd-5th grade

Tuesdays 5:30-6:25

Dance Fusion: Ballet, Contemporary and Athletic Flow

Step into this vibrant fusion ballet, contemporary dance, and athletic training-Designed specifically for beginning to intermediate dancers and aerialists. This class focuses on building a strong technical foundation in ballet while exploring fluid, and expressive movement with athletic contemporary techniques. Students will improve strength, coordination, and body awareness while cultivating confidence and creativity every session.

Register for Juniors October Session

Middles

6th-8th grade

Tuesdays 6:45-7:40

Dance Fusion: Ballet, Contemporary and Athletic Flow 

Step into this vibrant fusion of ballet, contemporary dance, and athletic training —Designed specifically for beginning to intermediate dancers and aerialists. This class focuses on building a strong technical foundation in ballet while exploring fluid, expressive movement with athletic contemporary techniques. You’ll improve strength, coordination, and body awareness, while cultivating confidence and creativity in every session.

Register for Middles October Session
  • Tiny Tots Free Trial Class

    Join us September 30th

    3:45-4:25pm

  • Kinder-Minis Free Trial Class

    Join us September 30th

    4:30-5:25pm

  • Juniors Free Trial Class

    Join us September 30th

    5:30-6:25pm

  • Middles Free Trial Class

    Join us September 30th

    6:45-7:40pm

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