Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance School in Mesa & Phoenix
Wagner Dance Arts has been dedicated to dance education since 1989, offering comprehensive training for students of all ages. Our mission extends beyond technical skill development to cultivate confidence, leadership, and personal growth through the performing arts. With two Arizona locations in Mesa and Phoenix, we provide structured programs in ballet, tap, jazz, and more, complemented by annual professional productions. Our unique leadership training program integrates discipline, creativity, and community service into every class. Over three decades of experience inform our approach to creating a supportive family atmosphere where students thrive.We maintain state-of-the-art facilities and employ certified instructors committed to individualized attention. Performance opportunities and progressive curricula ensure students develop both artistic and life skills. Our two-week introductory program offers accessible entry points for new dancers at any experience level. Customer testimonials consistently highlight the transformative impact of our programs on personal confidence and social development. This legacy of excellence has earned recognition as Mesa's Best Year-Round Performing Dance School.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Instruction
Jazz Dance
Adult Programs
Youth Training
Leadership Development
Performance Opportunities
Dance Workshops
Costume Rentals
Private Lessons
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years developing confident performers through proven teaching methods
- Unique leadership training program integrating dance and life skills
- Two professionally staged productions annually for student showcase
- Family-friendly environment with flexible class scheduling options
- Certified instructors with expertise in multiple dance disciplines
What people say
Confidence booster
Supportive teachers
Family-friendly
Transformative experience
Professional productions
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program builds strength, grace, and technical precision through progressive training. Students learn proper technique and terminology while developing artistic expression. Classes cater to all levels from beginners to advanced dancers seeking professional development.
Tap Instruction
Tap classes combine musicality with movement, teaching students to create percussive rhythms through specialized footwear. Our curriculum develops coordination, timing, and improvisational skills while maintaining technical foundation for both recreational and competitive dancers.
Adult Programs
Designed for adult learners, these classes improve physical fitness while teaching fundamental dance techniques. Participants enjoy low-impact workouts that enhance flexibility, balance, and coordination in a non-competitive environment that welcomes all experience levels.
Youth Training
Age-appropriate programs introduce children to dance fundamentals through engaging, educational activities. Our curriculum fosters creativity, discipline, and social skills while establishing technical foundations for future dance development and performance opportunities.
Leadership Development
Integrated into every class, our leadership program teaches goal-setting, teamwork, and community responsibility. Students develop confidence through performance opportunities, peer mentoring, and structured challenges that build life skills alongside dance technique.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide instruction in ballet, tap, and jazz for students of all ages and experience levels.
Are there classes for beginners?
Yes, our two-week introductory program accommodates absolute beginners with no prior dance experience required.
What should I wear to class?
Comfortable form-fitting clothing and appropriate dance shoes are recommended for optimal movement and safety.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
All students participate in two annual professionally staged productions showcasing their progress and skills.
How are instructors qualified?
Our teaching staff consists of certified professionals with extensive experience in dance education and performance.
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for toddlers as young as 18 months through adult classes for lifelong learners.
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