Business Details
TUTU Performing Arts - Dance Classes for Children in Roseville, CA
TUTU PERFORMING ARTS is a children's performing arts company dedicated to enriching young lives through music, movement, and dance. Our mission centers on providing age-appropriate instruction tailored to each child's developmental stage, with staff trained in dance, theater, and early childhood education. Since our founding, we have prioritized creating a supportive, inclusive environment where all dancers feel accepted and empowered. Our Roseville studio location at 212 Harding Blvd. serves as our primary facility, complemented by onsite preschool programs across the Sacramento area. We specialize in teaching children aged two years and older, offering diverse dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and lyrical. Our curriculum emphasizes individual attention, confidence-building, and skill development through fun, structured learning experiences.Owner Melissa Reich brings over 15 years of teaching experience to our programs, having developed our unique methodology through extensive work with preschool through school-age children. We regularly expand our class offerings and locations to better serve our growing student community. Our commitment to quality instruction and inclusive education has made us the exclusive performing arts provider for multiple regional preschool networks. Through annual showcases and recitals, we provide students with opportunities to demonstrate their progress and celebrate their achievements in a nurturing environment.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Dance
Tap Instruction
Contemporary Dance
Lyrical Classes
Preschool Dance Programs
Highlights and features
- We specialize in age-appropriate dance education for children starting at age two
- Our staff includes certified instructors with early childhood education expertise
- We offer both studio and onsite preschool dance programs across Northern California
- Owner Melissa Reich has over 15 years of specialized dance instruction experience
- We provide free trial classes for new students
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program introduces children to classical dance techniques through engaging, age-appropriate instruction. Students develop proper posture, coordination, and grace while learning foundational ballet movements. Our certified instructors use specialized methods to make technical training accessible and enjoyable for young learners.
Jazz Dance
Jazz classes combine energetic choreography with technical skill development in a fun, high-energy environment. Students learn rhythm, syncopation, and dynamic movement while building strength and flexibility. Our jazz program emphasizes creative expression within structured technique training.
Tap Instruction
Tap dance classes teach rhythmic patterns and percussive movement through specialized footwear. Our program develops musicality, coordination, and timing while maintaining proper dance form. Students progress from basic steps to complex combinations in an encouraging atmosphere.
Preschool Dance Programs
Designed for children aged 2-5, our preschool dance programs introduce foundational movement skills through playful, structured activities. Classes focus on motor development, musical awareness, and social interaction while fostering a love for dance in a supportive setting.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary dance classes blend multiple techniques to develop artistic expression and technical versatility. Students explore fluid movements, improvisation, and emotional storytelling while building strength and body awareness through progressive training methods.
People
Melissa Reich
Owner/Director/Teacher
Melissa Reich founded TUTU Performing Arts with 15+ years of dance instruction experience. Certified in early childhood education, she specializes in age-appropriate curriculum development. Her teaching expertise spans ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and tap styles.
Questions
What age requirements exist for dance classes?
We accept students starting at age two. Our programs are specifically designed for children through school-age years, with classes grouped by developmental stage.
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide instruction in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and lyrical dance styles. Our curriculum includes both recreational and progressive skill development options.
Do you offer onsite preschool dance programs?
Yes, we partner with multiple preschools in the Sacramento area to provide onsite dance classes. Current locations include Citrus Heights, Roseville, and Rocklin preschool facilities.
Is there a trial class option?
We offer free trial classes for new students. This allows children to experience our teaching environment before committing to full session enrollment.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our instructors hold certifications in dance education and early childhood development. Owner Melissa Reich has 15+ years of teaching experience and specializes in adapting techniques for young learners.
Reviews (4)
Edmond David
Jul 30, 2020
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Great owner and instructors. They make ballet and dance so much fun for our kiddos. Highly recommend Tutu Performing Arts for your children, day care or preschools!
Kat Dickerson
Dec 10, 2019
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All of the teachers associated with Tutu Performing Arts are amazing! My 2 daughters have been practicing here for more than 5 years and have learned and progressed so much in ballet, jazz and tap. I highly recommend
Kim Cheers
Nov 16, 2019
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We love this dance program! My daughter has flourished with the teachers here and has become a wonderful dancer.
Jessica Jones
Sep 10, 2019
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We love Miss Melissa and all of our instructors at Tutu! We have been taking classes for a year and Sidney loves it. Its a great low stress fun environment to learn to dance.
