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14 Years
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Your Premier Dance Academy in Marlborough, MA
Founded in 2012, Spirit in Motion Dance Academy has dedicated itself to fostering a body-positive, inclusive environment where dancers of all ages and abilities thrive. Our team of certified instructors brings decades of combined experience in ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and adaptive dance techniques, prioritizing individual growth and confidence-building. We emphasize passion over perfection, offering structured curricula for recreational and competitive dancers while maintaining small class sizes for personalized attention.Our faculty includes specialists in dance movement therapy and acrobatic arts, ensuring safe, progressive training. We partner with families to tailor programs that align with each dancer's comfort level and goals, creating a supportive community that celebrates artistic expression and lifelong friendships. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our award-winning choreography, student-led creative projects, and ongoing professional development for instructors through national conferences and certifications.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Hip Hop
Contemporary
Lyrical
Tap
Modern
Acrobatic Arts
Adaptive Dance
Competition Team
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer adaptive dance programs for students with disabilities developed by certified dance movement therapists
- Our faculty includes nationally certified instructors with specialized training in acrobatic arts and injury prevention
- We maintain small class sizes to ensure personalized attention and safe technical development
- Our curriculum bridges recreational and competitive dance with award-winning choreography and performance opportunities
- We provide student-led creative projects that emphasize emotional expression and storytelling through movement
Services
Ballet Training
Our ballet program develops proper technique through barre work, center exercises, and performance pieces. Students learn classical terminology, posture, and movement principles while building strength and flexibility. Classes emphasize artistic expression alongside technical mastery for ages 5 and up.
Hip Hop Classes
Students explore street dance styles including breaking, popping, and locking while developing rhythm and musicality. Classes focus on self-expression through movement with age-appropriate choreography that builds coordination and performance confidence for ages 8+.
Adaptive Dance Program
Specially designed for dancers with disabilities, this program uses dance movement therapy principles to develop motor skills and self-confidence. Certified instructors modify techniques to accommodate individual needs while fostering social connections through creative expression.
Competition Team
Selected students train in multiple genres while competing regionally and nationally. The program emphasizes choreography, stage presence, and technical precision with opportunities for solo and group performances throughout the season.
Summer Intensive
Our summer program offers specialized training in ballet, jazz, and contemporary with guest instructors. Participants develop technical skills while preparing performance pieces, culminating in a showcase for family and friends.
People
Kate Amdur
Founder/Director
Certified dance movement therapist with 25+ years experience creating inclusive programs. Developed adaptive dance curriculum for special needs students and holds certifications in acrobatic arts and Laban movement analysis.
Kelly Maccioli
Ballet Instructor
BFA graduate with 14 years local teaching experience. Pointe Safe certified and active member of Dance Masters of America. Specializes in early childhood dance education and competition choreography.
Aura Ortiz
Hip Hop Specialist
Boston Arts Academy graduate with professional performance experience. Created S.E.E.D. program promoting self-esteem through dance. Expertise in hip hop technique and youth empowerment.
Travers King
Contemporary Instructor
BFA in Dance from University of Hawaii with professional performance credits. Award-winning choreographer teaching contemporary and ballet techniques to advanced students.
Cali Lentoni
Competition Coach
18 years dance experience with competition team leadership. Choreographs award-winning routines and manages marketing initiatives while teaching multiple styles to youth dancers.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, tap, modern, and acrobatic arts for ages 3+.
Do you have classes for beginners?
Yes! Our 'Bow Ties and Tiaras' and 'Jazzy Pop' classes introduce foundational techniques for ages 3-6.
Are there performance opportunities?
All students participate in annual recitals, with additional competition opportunities for interested dancers.
What should I wear to class?
Wear comfortable clothing; specific attire requirements will be provided after your first class.
Do you offer adaptive dance programs?
Yes, we provide specialized adaptive classes developed by certified dance movement therapy specialists.
How do I register for classes?
Register through our website or contact us directly at 508-838-1379 for enrollment assistance.
Reviews (3)
Kimberly Bourassa
Dec 02, 2020
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Especially midst a global pandemic SIMDA has been the place I have felt safest outside of my own home. Miss Kate and Miss Dawn have been working so hard to ensure the integrity of the dance classes are not lost when so many things are changing. We have a state of the art tech system to offer virtual as well as in studio classes simultaneously. I have been teaching here since the doors open and proud to be part of this studio and live the mantra anyBODY can dance! :)
Erin G.
Oct 24, 2018
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Great teachers. Good space. The studio has a very welcoming, family like environment. My daughter loves all the teachers.
Regina Davis
Jun 20, 2018
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Awesome studio!!! My daughter loves coming and dancing here and is learning so much!!!
