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9 Years
experience
Elite Dance Classes for All Ages in Tigard, OR
Metro Dance Academy is a premier studio dedicated to nurturing dancers' growth and artistic development. Since our founding in 2017, we have provided comprehensive training in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, and Contemporary styles within a supportive environment. Our staff undergoes rigorous professional development, including First Aid/CPR certification and specialized dance education programs. Located within Metro Gymnastics Center since 1990, we leverage decades of combined experience in movement education to serve families with multiple children. Our curriculum emphasizes technical excellence while fostering creativity and self-expression.We maintain structured schedules aligned with school years, featuring annual performances like the Snowflakes Winter Showcase. Our policies ensure flexibility with ongoing enrollment while maintaining artistic integrity through costume and performance requirements. Through competitive teams like Company and Crew, we offer advanced training opportunities for aspiring dancers. Our facility in Tigard, Oregon, provides a centralized location for families seeking quality dance education. We maintain transparent communication through email updates and detailed policy documentation to ensure clear expectations for all participants.
Services
Ballet
Hip Hop
Jazz
Tap
Acro
Contemporary
Private Lessons
Competitive Teams
Winter Showcase
Dance Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Our certified instructors maintain ongoing professional development through workshops and seminars
- Integrated facility with Metro Gymnastics Center since 1990 provides comprehensive movement education
- Offering 8+ dance styles including specialty Acro and Competitive Company programs
- Transparent policies with ongoing enrollment and flexible payment options
- Proven track record with annual performances and competitive team achievements
What people say
Exceptional environment
Positive instructors
Great communication
Wonderful community
Passionate teachers
Services
Ballet
Our Ballet program teaches traditional dance techniques with a focus on proper form and artistic expression. Students develop grace, strength, and coordination through progressive training. Classes incorporate classical repertoire while encouraging creative interpretation in a supportive environment.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop classes emphasize rhythm, musicality, and self-expression through urban dance styles. Instructors focus on foundational moves while encouraging individual creativity. Classes maintain technical rigor while keeping energy levels high for engaging workouts.
Jazz
Jazz instruction combines technical precision with performance energy across various styles. Students learn choreography that develops strength, flexibility, and stage presence. Classes emphasize proper alignment while fostering artistic individuality.
Tap
Tap dance classes focus on developing rhythm, coordination, and musicality through percussive footwork. Instructors emphasize clear sounds and complex patterns while maintaining proper technique. Classes build from basic steps to advanced combinations.
Acro
Acro combines dance with acrobatic elements to develop flexibility, strength, and balance. Classes integrate safe progressions for flips, balances, and tumbling passes within a dance context. Instructors emphasize proper technique for injury prevention.
People
Stephanie Morris
Director
Stephanie Morris leads Metro Dance Academy with over 25 years of dance education experience. She oversees curriculum development, instructor training, and performance coordination while maintaining strong community connections.
Tiffany Davids
Company Director
Tiffany Davids directs competitive programs at Metro Dance Academy. With extensive competition experience, she develops training regimens that balance technical excellence with artistic growth for advanced dancers.
Annette McIsaac
Office Manager
Annette McIsaac manages administrative operations at Metro Dance Academy. She handles enrollment, scheduling, and financial matters while ensuring smooth communication between staff and families.
Questions
How do I enroll my child in dance classes?
Enrollment requires completing our online registration form and setting up a customer portal account. Contact our office manager for placement guidance before finalizing registration.
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Acro, Contemporary, and Technique classes for ages 3 through teens with varying skill levels.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
All students participate in annual performances including the Snowflakes Winter Showcase and Spring Dance Showcase with costume and choreography requirements.
What are your competitive dance team requirements?
Our Company and Crew teams require auditions. Company dancers compete at multiple events annually, while Crew offers introductory competitive experiences with fewer commitments.
How are schedule changes and closures communicated?
We notify families through email updates, website announcements, and social media posts about schedule changes, holidays, and weather-related closures.
Reviews (1)
J. L.
Jan 18, 2013
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My young daughter started gymnastics at Metro a few weeks ago and she LOVES it there - she's had gymnastics classes in the past but tended to get bored and lose attention - her teacher at Metro keeps them going with challenging skills even when they're doing the circuit work and it shows - she's having a great time and much more engaged. I wouldn't recommend anything more, really impressed!!
