Business Details
Premier Dance Education in Madison, GA
Pointe of Grace Dance Academy has been dedicated to providing quality dance education that benefits both body and spirit since its founding. Our mission focuses on delivering expert instruction for all ages, fostering confidence, self-esteem, and poise in every student while cultivating a lifelong appreciation for dance as an art form. Our team of instructors brings decades of experience and formal training from institutions like the University of Georgia, Athens School of Ballet, and Brenau University, ensuring a comprehensive approach to dance education. We emphasize technical excellence in ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap, and modern styles while maintaining a fun, supportive environment rooted in our belief that dance is a gift from God.With structured programs for recreational dancers and competitive performers alike, we offer age-appropriate classes, seasonal performances, and specialized training opportunities including summer intensives and competition preparation. Our faculty includes nationally certified educators and award-winning choreographers with extensive performance backgrounds in community theater, university programs, and international dance experiences. We maintain rigorous safety standards and clearly defined emergency procedures to ensure a secure learning environment for all students, staff, and visitors.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Instruction
Tap Dance
Lyrical Dance
Modern Dance
Musical Theater
Summer Camps
Competition Team
Private Lessons
Performance Opportunities
Highlights and features
- Our instructors have over 40 years of combined teaching experience and formal training from accredited institutions
- We offer structured programs for both recreational and competitive dancers with clear progression paths
- Faculty includes National Board Certified educators and award-winning choreographers
- Comprehensive dance education covering ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, and modern techniques
- Specialized summer intensives and international performance opportunities available
Services
Ballet Instruction
Our ballet program develops technical proficiency from beginner to advanced levels with emphasis on proper form, alignment, and classical technique. Students learn traditional ballet vocabulary while building strength, flexibility, and artistic expression. Classes incorporate pointe work for advanced dancers and prepare students for both recreational enjoyment and professional aspirations.
Competition Team
The Competition Company offers elite training with three annual events in Atlanta and Athens. Dancers receive specialized coaching in choreography, performance technique, and group coordination while maintaining regular class attendance and technical development requirements.
Summer Camps
Seasonal programs include Fairy Tale Theater for young dancers and skill-building intensives for experienced students. Camps focus on creative expression, technical improvement, and collaborative performance creation with guest instructors and specialized workshops.
Musical Theater
This program integrates singing, acting, and dance techniques used in Broadway productions. Students develop performance skills through musical numbers while learning proper vocal technique and stage presence in a comprehensive theater arts curriculum.
Lyrical Dance
Combining ballet and modern techniques, our lyrical classes emphasize emotional storytelling through movement. Dancers learn to interpret music and express complex emotions while maintaining technical precision and fluid transitions.
People
Katie Anderson
Director/Owner/Teacher/Company Choreographer
With over 40 years of dance experience, Katie trained at Dancerschool of Madison, University of Georgia, and Athens School of Ballet. A National Board Certified educator, she has taught dance for 30+ years and choreographed for theater productions and community events.
Marie Hayes
Teacher/Lead Competition Choreographer
A former Pointe of Grace student, Marie holds a BA in Dance Pedagogy from Brenau University. She brings competition expertise from her time with the academy and international performance experience from European dance studies.
Larkin Kelly
Modern Teacher/Company Choreographer
With dance experience from age three and a minor in dance from University of Georgia, Larkin brings contemporary expertise to our program. She combines performance experience with clinical nutrition knowledge to promote dancer wellness.
Chelsea Harney
Tap Teacher/Company Choreographer
A graduate of University of Georgia's Physical Education program, Chelsea brings tap expertise from studios in Kentucky and Georgia. She performs with UGA's Tap Dawgs and teaches contemporary tap techniques.
Ellie Whetzel
Teacher
A Pointe of Grace alumna, Ellie teaches multiple styles while pursuing education and dance degrees. She brings practical experience from assisting classes and teaching at Summit Academy for several years.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, modern, musical theater, and creative movement classes for children starting at age 3.
Do you have competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our Competition Company participates in three annual events with rehearsals and training focused on performance excellence and technical growth.
What are your class schedules like?
Classes run Monday through Thursday with varying times from 3:45 PM to 9:00 PM, plus weekend rehearsals for performance groups.
Do you offer summer programs?
We provide summer dance camps including Fairy Tale Theater for ages 3-8 and intensive programs for elementary through advanced dancers.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in Christmas performances, Young Choreographers showcases, and our annual Spring Performance featuring full-length dance productions.