Create, Strengthen & Soar
Modern/Acro is an exciting class that combines creative movement and artistic expression with strength, flexibility, and acrobatic skill development. Dancers are encouraged to explore movement through music, emotion, imagery, and storytelling while building confidence in a supportive and engaging environment.
Through Modern dance, students learn to move with freedom and creativity while exploring concepts such as breath, flow, time, space, and musicality. Acro training complements these skills by developing strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and body control through age-appropriate acrobatic progressions.
In this class, dancers will:
• Explore creative movement and self-expression
• Develop strength, flexibility, and coordination
• Improve balance, body awareness, and control
• Learn musicality, rhythm, and movement quality
• Build confidence through movement exploration and performance
• Practice teamwork, partnering, and group exercises
• Strengthen focus, discipline, and perseverance
What students learn:
Modern Dance
• Creative movement and improvisation exercises
• Exploration of space, time, energy, and emotion
• Musical interpretation and expressive choreography
• Partnering and collaborative movement activities
• Development of individual artistic voice and confidence
Acro
• Forward and backward rolls
• Cartwheels and handstands
• Backbends and bridges
• Front and back walkovers (when developmentally appropriate)
• Strengthening and conditioning exercises
• Flexibility training and safe skill progressions
Why parents love Modern/Acro:
• Encourages creativity and self-expression
• Builds strength, flexibility, and coordination
• Develops confidence and body awareness
• Combines artistry with athletic skill development
• Provides a fun and engaging outlet for active children
At KD Dance Studio, our Modern/Acro program helps dancers discover new ways to move, express themselves, and challenge their abilities while building a strong foundation in both dance and acrobatic technique.
The KD Dance Difference
What makes KD Dance special?
Watch her dance and tumble -with live closed-circuit TV viewing from our parent waiting room.
A Place to Grow -strengthen balance, flexibility, coordination, rhythm, mind & body awareness while being taught with grace & kindness.
Small Class Size -means individual attention, guidance & encouragement while building friendships & learning alongside their peers.
Parents Are Part of the Journey -positive praise, support learning at home, and be actively involved in recital preparation/participation.
One Call, Text, or Email Away – your questions are heard & your concerns are handled with care, attention, and open communication.
What Parents Are Saying
Dance Classes Near Belle Vernon & the Mon Valley
KD Dance Studio, Inc. is located in the Gabe's Plaza at 164 Finley Road, Rostraver Township, PA 15012. Conveniently serving families across the Mon Valley and surrounding areas. We're a short drive from Belle Vernon, Charleroi, Monessen, Monongahela, West Newton, Perryopolis and communities throughout Westmoreland, Fayette and Washington Counties.
If you've been searching for ballet lessons near me, kids dance classes in you nearest county, or a dance studio near Belle Vernon, PA- KD Dance Studio is your answer. Our structured, level-based program is designed for students who are ready to build their dance skills with intention and commitment. Each level provides age-appropriate training that develops strong technique, confidence, discipline, and a deeper understanding of the art of dance.
Our goal is to nurture well-rounded dancers by creating a clear path for growth, allowing students to progress through carefully designed classes that challenge them physically, creatively, and artistically. At KD Dance Studio, we believe that fun and function go hand in hand - because the most meaningful dance experiences happen when students are inspired to learn, encouraged to grow, and excited to achieve.
Our alumni have gone on to further their education in Dance at the college level and Broadway, D1 college cheer programs, the University of Pittsburgh Cheerleaders, entrepreneurs and careers in healthcare and beyond. Proof that what we teach here goes well beyond the dance floor.