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11 Years
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Your Trusted Dance Academy in Rockwall
Rockwall Dance Academy has been dedicated to nurturing dancers of all ages since 2015. Our mission centers on creating a family-focused environment rooted in integrity, where students receive exceptional dance instruction alongside essential life skills. With a faculty of experienced professionalsincluding active members of renowned companies like Ballet North Texaswe prioritize technical excellence and personal growth. All instructors undergo annual background checks, maintain CPR certification, and participate in ongoing training.As a More Than Just Great Dancing affiliated studio, we combine structured curricula with performance opportunities, including our annual Nutcracker production. Our programs cater to diverse aspirations, from recreational classes to elite competition preparation, ensuring every dancer develops confidence, discipline, and artistic expression.
Services
Competitive Dance Teams
Ballet Competition Prep
Annual Nutcracker Production
Drill Team Preparation
Recreational Dance Classes
Primary Program Ages 2-5
Acro & Leaps Training
Parent Portal Access
Technique Classes
Solo Program Ages 6+
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Our instructors are annually background-checked and CPR-certified with 15+ years of teaching expertise
- We offer structured pathways from recreational dance to elite competition preparation
- Affiliated with More Than Just Great Dancing for proven teaching excellence
- Faculty includes active professionals from Ballet North Texas and Avant Chamber Ballet
- Annual Nutcracker production provides valuable performance experience for all students
Associations and certifications
- More Than Just Great Dancing
Services
Competitive Dance Teams
Our Company Track challenges dedicated dancers aged 4+ with rigorous training and performance opportunities. Members follow structured schedules combining ballet, technique, and weekly team rehearsals. The program prepares dancers for spring competitions while building stage experience and teamwork. Participants also perform at community events, gaining valuable exposure and artistic development.
Ballet Competition Prep
This pre-professional program elevates ballet training through 9 progressive levels for ages 3-18. Students receive specialized instruction preparing them for elite competitions like YAGP and ADC-IBC. The curriculum includes weekly classes and Nutcracker production participation. Faculty members actively perform with professional companies including Ballet Papillon and Avant Chamber Ballet.
Recreational Dance Classes
Weekly classes for ages 2-18 cover jazz, lyrical, hip hop, tap, and acro. Skill-based leveling ensures technical progression with annual report cards and level recommendations. The program balances fun and growth in a supportive environment, making dance accessible as both creative outlet and developmental activity through structured syllabi.
Drill Team Preparation
Specialized technique classes prepare dancers for drill team auditions and maintenance. Offerings include acro, leaps & turns, and drill-specific technique. The 6-week winter clinic, led by former Highstepper Tori Carney, focuses on audition preparation with skill development in progressions and conditioning to build confidence for team tryouts.
Annual Nutcracker Production
This magical holiday tradition features students in a professionally staged production. Participants gain stage experience through elaborate choreography and theatrical elements. The production showcases various dance styles while creating cherished memories for performers and audiences alike, serving as a highlight of our annual performance calendar.
People
Tori Carney
Technique Director
Former Highstepper with extensive drill team expertise, leading our winter prep clinic for audition success
Alexi Grant
Company Administrator
Manages company season logistics and auditions, serving as primary contact for program details
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, tap, pointe, acro, and contemporary styles for ages 2-18
Do you have competitive dance teams?
Yes, our Company Track offers competitive teams with small/large groups and solo opportunities for ages 4+
How do I audition for the company?
Auditions occur annually in June with information released each spring for the following season
What is your Ballet Competition Prep Program?
A pre-professional ballet program preparing dancers for elite competitions like YAGP and ADC-IBC
Do you offer classes for young children?
Yes, our Primary Program serves ages 2-5 with age-appropriate dance instruction and motor skill development
Reviews (3)
Kirrah Kayy
Oct 27, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Love it and you should come try a class for sure!
Love it and you should come try a class for sure!
Candis Linscott
Oct 19, 2019
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We have been at RDA for three years and my girls have loved dancing here. Each of the teachers have been skilled educators and wonderful individuals. Emily and Maddi are a blessing to work with. As a family of six scheduling can be a challenge, but no matter how busy they are they have always been kind and patient with me and all my questions. We really enjoy this studio and it has become a special little piece of our family.
Shawn Baxter
Oct 13, 2017
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Emily is not only gifted at dancing herself but more importantly in this case, is gifted at teaching others. She has excellent rapport with both her students and with their parents. I highly recommend RDA to anyone!
