Business Details
Your Trusted Dance Studio in Rocklin, CA
Elevation Dance Center was founded on the belief that dance education should foster both technical excellence and personal growth. With over 20 years of teaching experience, our owner Sara Wardell established this studio to create a nurturing environment where dancers develop strength, creativity, and confidence. Certified through Dance Masters of America, Acrobatic Arts, and Progressing Ballet Technique, our instructors prioritize small class sizes to ensure individual attention.We emphasize a strong technical foundation across multiple dance styles while cultivating social awareness, emotional maturity, and cognitive development. Our programs cater to all skill levels from beginner dancers to elite performers, with structured curricula that include performance opportunities and competitive training. The studio maintains a family-friendly atmosphere where dancers build lifelong skills through personalized instruction and collaborative learning.
Services
Ballet Classes
Acro Dance
Jazz Dance
Tap Dance
Hip Hop
Contemporary Dance
Summer Camps
Private Lessons
Company Program
Dance Foundations
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with 20+ years of teaching experience
- Small class sizes ensure personalized attention
- Comprehensive curriculum covering 6 dance styles
- Progressive training programs from beginner to elite levels
- Focus on technical foundation and holistic development
Associations and certifications
- Dance Masters of America
- Acrobatic Arts
- Progressing Ballet Technique
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision, posture, and grace through structured training. Students learn classical techniques that form the foundation for all dance styles while building strength and artistic expression. Classes accommodate all levels from beginners to advanced dancers preparing for pointe work.
Acro Dance
This program combines dance with acrobatic elements to build flexibility, strength, and coordination. Certified instructors teach balancing, tumbling, and partnering techniques while maintaining musicality and artistic expression. Ballet enrollment is recommended to support technical development.
Jazz Dance
Jazz classes focus on dynamic movement quality and muscle isolation techniques. Students develop performance skills through Broadway-style choreography while building strength and flexibility. Classes emphasize musicality and creative expression across various jazz styles.
Tap Dance
Our tap program teaches rhythm, timing, and percussive movement through footwork sequences. Dancers develop coordination and performance quality while learning various tap styles from traditional to contemporary. Classes emphasize musical interpretation and technical precision.
Summer Camps
Seasonal dance camps provide immersive training experiences with themed programming. Campers participate in technique classes, creative workshops, and performance preparation while developing technical skills in multiple dance styles through structured daily schedules.
People
Sara Wardell
Owner & Instructor
Sara Wardell founded Elevation Dance Center with 20+ years teaching experience. Certified through Dance Masters of America and Acrobatic Arts, she holds a BA in dance from Loyola Marymount University and previously directed Dynamics Performance Team in San Jose.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, acro, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary dance classes with certified instructors for all skill levels from beginner to elite performers.
Are there classes for beginners?
Yes, our Mini Movers and Foundations programs introduce beginners to dance fundamentals while developing coordination, listening skills, and technical basics in a supportive environment.
What are your class size policies?
We maintain small class sizes to ensure individual attention, with maximum student limits that vary by age group and skill level to optimize learning outcomes.
Do you offer summer programs?
Our summer session includes themed dance camps and technique classes for continuing education, with specialized programming for different experience levels and dance styles.
What are your dress code requirements?
Specific dress codes apply by class type, generally requiring leotards/tights for ballet/tap and appropriate footwear, with guidelines ensuring proper movement visibility and safety.
Can I try a class before enrolling?
We offer trial classes for new students - contact our studio to schedule a trial session and experience our teaching approach before committing to full enrollment.
Reviews (3)
Katy S.
Sep 22, 2020
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Elevation Dance Center is the best. The staff/teachers are friendly, accommodating, professional and fun! Our daughter loves coming here. Aside from her having the best time in class, she has had true growth in her skill level as well. We recommend Elevation Dance Center 100%!
Amanda Bugbee
Sep 12, 2019
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Amazing studio with amazing teachers who really focus on the important stuff. I love the adult jazz class! So fun =)
Monique Bradley
Aug 23, 2019
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We absolutely love this studio! After moving to the area we were so lucky to have this brand new studio close to home. The teachers and staff are friendly, professional and experienced. My daughter loves spending hours here and continues to excel in all genres of dance. Highly recommend!
