Business Details
Your Trusted Dance Studio in Easley, SC
At AIM Studios, we are more than just a dance studiowe are a home for movement, growth, and community. Founded in 2025 by entrepreneur and longtime teacher Drew Peeples, our studio reimagines dance education in Easley, South Carolina. Our mission is to create a space where dancers feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow as artists and individuals. We prioritize inclusion, trust, and authenticity, offering a training environment that nurtures confidence, creativity, and self-worth. With a team of experienced instructors, we provide structured curricula across multiple disciplines, including Jazz, Contemporary, Ballet, and Hip Hop.Our 5,000-square-foot renovated warehouse features two professional studios, a dancers lounge, and amenities designed to support both technical and personal development. As three-time national champions, we build on a legacy of excellence while fostering the next generation of artists. Every dancer who walks through our doors is seen as an individual with unique goals and a voice that matters. We meet dancers where they are, challenge them to push past limits, and celebrate every step of their journeyon and off the dance floor. Our commitment to community and connection makes AIM Studios feel like home.
Services
Jazz
Contemporary
Ballet
Hip Hop
Clogging
Acro/Tumbling
Lyrical
Cheer/Pom
Tot Tap
Competition Teams
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer structured curricula developed by experienced instructors with national championship expertise.
- Our 5,000-square-foot facility features professional Marley floors and sprung flooring for optimal training.
- We prioritize individualized attention while maintaining a strong focus on community values.
- Our competition teams have earned three national championship titles since inception.
- We provide a dancers' lounge with homework desks, workout gear, and relaxation spaces.
Services
Jazz
Our Jazz program blends technical precision with creative expression, taught by industry professionals. Students develop versatility through various styles including Broadway, Commercial, and Competition Jazz. Classes emphasize rhythm, coordination, and performance quality while preparing dancers for competitive and recreational opportunities.
Contemporary
Contemporary classes focus on emotional storytelling through movement, combining elements of ballet and modern dance. We emphasize floor work, improvisation, and unique choreography that challenges dancers to explore physical boundaries. Our award-winning instructors prepare students for competition excellence and artistic growth.
Ballet
Ballet training follows structured curricula with emphasis on proper technique, posture, and grace. Students progress through levels while learning traditional repertoire and variations. Our program develops foundational skills applicable across all dance disciplines while maintaining classical integrity.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop classes teach street-style techniques including popping, locking, and breaking in a high-energy environment. Instructors focus on rhythm, musicality, and personal style while maintaining technical fundamentals. Classes cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced performers.
Competition Teams
Our award-winning competition companies include Contemporary, Jazz, Lyrical, and Hip Hop divisions. Teams participate in state competitions, conventions, and local performances. Members receive comprehensive training, costume support, and personalized coaching to maximize their competitive potential.
People
Drew Peeples
Owner & Director
Founder Drew Peeples combines entrepreneurial vision with extensive teaching experience to lead AIM Studios His leadership focuses on creating a nurturing environment where dancers develop technical skills and personal confidence through movement education.
Hailey Anders
Assistant Director & Instructor
Hailey Anders brings professional expertise as both administrator and instructor. She oversees daily operations while teaching classes that emphasize proper technique and artistic expression in multiple dance disciplines.
Ariel Brown
Company & Rec. Ballet Instructor
Ariel Brown specializes in ballet instruction for both recreational and competitive students. Her teaching approach combines classical training with modern performance techniques to develop well-rounded dancers across all skill levels.
Kenzie Petit
Company Instructor
Kenzie Petit focuses on company-level training, preparing competition teams for success through advanced choreography and performance coaching. She emphasizes technical precision while fostering artistic growth in competitive dance environments.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer Jazz, Contemporary, Ballet, Hip Hop, Clogging, Acro/Tumbling, Lyrical, Cheer/Pom, and Tot Tap classes for all skill levels.
Are competition teams available?
Yes, our award-winning competition companies include Contemporary, Jazz, Lyrical, Clogging, Hip Hop, and Musical Theatre divisions with state-level competitions.
What are your class pricing options?
Monthly rates range from $55 for one 45-minute class weekly to $199 for unlimited recreational classes. Company member pricing available through office consultation.
Do you have a trial class option?
Yes, trial classes are available. Book your trial session through our website or contact us directly at (864) 402-4661.
What facilities do you provide?
Our 5,000-square-foot space includes two professional studios with Marley floors, a dancers' lounge with homework desks, and workout gear access.
How do I join your dance company?
Audition registration details for our competition teams are available on our website. Contact us for upcoming audition dates and requirements.
Reviews (4)
Christina Wilson
Aug 14, 2020
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You honestly could not ask for a better dance family. The staff treats your child like one of their own and truly care for them. They believe in your child and want them to succeed. My child looks forward to going to dance and enjoys learning from the amazing staff members. You can’t beat the prices either for classes.
Morgan Elizabeth Tolbert
Aug 14, 2020
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Aim Studios is literally the BEST. I’ve known a couple of the instructors for a few years now and you will be hard pressed to find any better. They are so incredibly talented, kind, knowledgeable and dedicated. I can personally say that my little dancer has seen growth with all of them. The owner, Cole, is so incredibly talented and invested into all of the dancers. Everyone here really wants to see your child(or you, if you are an adult dancer) grow and reach their fullest potential. We are so blessed to have the privilege of being a part of this dance family! I would recommend to anyone
Lorohn C.
Dec 05, 2019
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Taking dance for recreation, fitness, competition, or a future career begins with a strong foundation, and AIM Studios is where it begins! The professionally trained staff are passionate about the art if dance, and the children they educate!
Did you know...Dance improves flexibility, coordination, balance, range of motion, stamina, muscle tone, strength and posture. But physical fitness is just one of many benefits of dance that can enhance your child's life in so many ways. ... Children strengthen their cognitive abilities and memory skills through learning choreography. Dance also benefits
Did you know...Dance improves flexibility, coordination, balance, range of motion, stamina, muscle tone, strength and posture. But physical fitness is just one of many benefits of dance that can enhance your child's life in so many ways. ... Children strengthen their cognitive abilities and memory skills through learning choreography. Dance also benefits
Sarai Izao
Sep 14, 2019
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The most loving people you’ll ever meet! They’ll take you in as not just as a dancer but as a family.
