developing leaders through dance
Welcome to Dance Gallery of South Dakota. Through our unique leadership training program, we teach excellence in dance education. Dance will inspire you or your child. Click “Get Started” to request more information about our programs and schedule an opportunity to come try classes with us. We can’t wait to help you or your dancer grow as an artist and leader. Our training lasts a lifetime!
We've helped 1000’s of Sioux Falls Youth become better artists...and their best selves.
Since 1999 we have been helping students develop confidence and self-esteem, and creating great leaders for our world.
Dance is not only a great way to get in touch with your body, stay fit, and develop coordination...dance is a powerful tool for helping students learn discipline, determination, teamwork, and goal-setting. Mastering these skills builds the confidence to perform both on and off the floor. Click “Get Started” to begin your own journey. Since 1999 we have been helping students develop confidence and self-esteem, and creating great leaders for our world.
“The Right Fit”
KellEy shares how a temporary stay turned into the right place for her daughter to be.
“Fell In Love”
Stephanie shares how the Children’s program has played a role in her daughter’s learning, turn-taking, and helping develop their communication skills.
Positive Transformations
Dance Gallery of South Dakota was founded on the belief that positive movement communities have a special power to change lives.
Changing the Course
Obesity, isolation, and uncertainty are just a few of the real challenges youth and adults face today. Many are longing for the support of a positive community.
Motivated by a passion for movement, the founders saw first-hand the ways dance, acrobatics, and music helped to change the course for students - beginning with building healthy bodies as a foundation for learning to practice discipline, work with others, face challenges with grace, and take creative approaches to problem-solving...all with the support of like-minded developing artists and instructors.
Training Leaders
With a commitment to these founding principles, Dance Gallery of South Dakota has trained artists in South Dakota to lead both in and out of the studio. Students grow from their first halting steps to learning to master their own movements and then sharing their experiences with the next generation. The focus, discipline, and creativity students practice every week in the studio go with them into their personal, academic, and professional lives bringing them success both on and off the floor.
Doing it with Joy
Part of the magic of teaching leadership through dance is the genuine satisfaction and joy students experience as they practice. Students stay motivated and committed as they work with their instructors to become their very best selves.
It's not about Trophies
We take care to avoid a focus on trophies, competitions, and waistlines which can create a competitive atmosphere of anxiety and poor body image where only a few students shine and others are left on the sidelines.
We believe that excellence can be achieved by all students, regardless of age, body type, or natural ability. Our programs allow students to refine their talents while strengthening their weaknesses with opportunities to succeed and meaningfully contribute in diverse areas of the studio.
The Leadership Program
We love dance. We love the way our practice builds creativity, keeps us engaged in life, and gives us the opportunity to share our passion with others. At Dance Gallery of South Dakota, we build on that love with a focus on developing those leadership skills that will allow our students to get the most out of their training at the studio, progress as quickly as possible, and be prepared to lead both in and out of the studio. Click below to learn more about the leadership curriculum.
