Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance & Cheer Center in Wichita
Empire Performing Arts Center has been dedicated to fostering physical fitness and artistic appreciation through dance and cheer since 2011. Our programs emphasize technical excellence, offering structured training for students aged 18 months to adults. With a focus on building confidence and self-esteem, we provide recreational classes, competitive teams, and specialized training for aspiring professionals. Our curriculum integrates hip hop, ballet, contemporary, tumbling, cheer, jazz, and tap, taught by experienced instructors committed to individual growth. We prioritize proper technique and stage presence, preparing students for collegiate opportunities and professional careers.Our inclusive environment celebrates diversity and cultivates lifelong friendships within the performing arts community. Located in Wichita, Kansas, we serve local dancers while maintaining national competitive standards. Through summer camps, master classes, and choreography intensives, we offer comprehensive development opportunities. Our leadership team combines industry expertise with personal experience overcoming health challenges to inspire resilience. We maintain open enrollment for classes and teams when space permits, ensuring accessibility to quality arts education.
Services
Dance Classes
Cheer Training
Tumbling Instruction
Competitive Teams
Summer Camps
Master Classes
Choreography Intensives
Adult Dance
Private Lessons
Performance Prep
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Established in 2011 with proven dance education expertise
- Certified instructors with professional performance experience
- Comprehensive curriculum from toddler classes to professional prep
- Competitive teams with track record of success
- Inclusive environment celebrating artistic diversity
Services
Dance Classes
Our dance classes provide structured training in multiple styles including ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary. Students develop technical proficiency while building coordination and artistic expression. Classes are available for all skill levels from beginner to advanced dancers.
Cheer Training
Comprehensive cheer training focuses on technique, stunting, and tumbling skills. Programs prepare students for competitive teams while emphasizing safety and proper form. Instruction includes choreography and performance elements.
Competitive Teams
Our competitive dance and cheer teams offer advanced training with performance opportunities. Members receive specialized coaching in choreography, stage presence, and technical execution. Teams compete regionally and nationally throughout the season.
Summer Camps
Seasonal dance camps provide intensive training in various styles. Participants work with experienced instructors on technique development and collaborative performances. Camps include master classes and choreography workshops for skill enhancement.
Adult Dance
Designed for adult learners, these classes focus on fitness through dance while teaching fundamental techniques. Participants explore various styles in a supportive environment that emphasizes personal growth and enjoyment.
Questions
What age groups do you offer classes for?
We provide dance and cheer classes for students aged 18 months through adulthood with developmentally appropriate curricula.
Do you offer competitive team opportunities?
Yes, we have both Competitive Dance and Cheer Teams with structured tryouts and performance schedules.
What dance styles are available?
Our programs include hip hop, ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, and tumbling instruction with technical focus.
Are adult classes available?
Yes, we offer adult dance classes emphasizing fitness and fundamental technique development in various styles.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in recitals, competitions, and community events with preparation through regular class instruction.
How do I register for classes?
Contact us through our website or phone to discuss placement and schedule enrollment in appropriate programs.
Reviews (4)
Miranda N.
Dec 19, 2018
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A reasonable price and very dedicated staff and owner. My children love to attend the classes. Dance, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, ballet, and so much more. I love the family atmosphere and the multicultural attendance. Their are even adult classes. I just love it at empire!
Lynn Groves
Nov 23, 2018
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My daughter is currently working on a solo at Empire and she has made amazing gains in only 2 shortsmonths, highly reccomend this place for all ages!! You will be very satisfied!
Xantippe Dawson
Sep 14, 2018
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My son has been there since it has opened. My son has taken a variety of classes ranging from contemporary to cheer to tumbling as well as dance. It has improved his stature and posture. He has really grown as dancer and a wonderful young man and I have Ms Rachel and Mr Grayson to thank for that. It is the love, understanding, and committment that makes this dance studio a great place for my family to be a part of. They have classes from the little bitty ones to the seasoned ones. It is fun for the whole family!!
Shannon Vontress
Sep 11, 2018
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The atmosphere is very welcoming. My daughter loves dancing there and the children and staff are more than just a team they have become family. I love the fact that the owner Ms. Rachel places an emphasis on the children exceeding academically as well. This studio has helped my daughters confidence tremendously. I would recommend this studio to anyone.
