Business Details
20 Years
experience
Biblically-Based Dance Education in Columbia, SC
SC Christian Dance Theate was founded in 2006 with a vision to merge excellence in dance education with a Christian worldview. Our mission is to nurture students' growth in physical and spiritual maturity through classical ballet, contemporary techniques, and theatrical performances. We emphasize excellence in instruction, with faculty possessing deep backgrounds in dance and education. Our curriculum includes classical ballet supplemented by contemporary, jazz, and tap, encouraging participation in evaluation programs like International Dance Acclaim. We integrate Christian values into every aspect of training, fostering attitudes that glorify God through performance and studio conduct.Our theatrical productions focus on storytelling through ballet, emphasizing collaboration over competition and promoting camaraderie among dancers of varying abilities. Modesty in dress and decorum aligns with our commitment to character development. As a ministry, we use dance to share faith through performances and outreach initiatives, including local and international missions trips. Our programs serve students from toddler age through pre-professional levels, with a focus on lifelong dance education rooted in worship.
Services
Ballet Classes
Contemporary Dance
Jazz Instruction
Tap Training
Acro Dance
Pre-Professional Programs
Theatrical Performances
Community Outreach
Mission Trips
Dance Radiance Ministry
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer professionally-trained instructors with classical ballet expertise
- Our curriculum integrates Christian values with technical dance training
- We emphasize spiritual growth alongside physical development
- Community outreach through local and international dance missions
- Performance opportunities that prioritize storytelling and worship
What people say
Dances for Christ
House of Worship
Lifelong dancers
Caring instructors
Spiritual focus
Services
Ballet Classes
Structured ballet instruction for ages 1.5+ focusing on classical technique, barre exercises, and performance skills. Classes build strength, flexibility, and artistic expression while maintaining modesty and Christian values. Students progress through color-coded leotard levels, with opportunities for evaluation programs.
Contemporary Dance
Blends classical ballet with modern techniques to develop artistic expression and emotional storytelling. Classes emphasize fluid movement transitions and creative choreography while maintaining technical precision. Students explore interpretive dance forms aligned with our Christian worldview.
Jazz Instruction
Dynamic jazz classes focusing on musicality, syncopation, and energetic performance styles. Training includes proper technique for turns, leaps, and isolations while maintaining age-appropriate modesty standards. Classes prepare students for theatrical productions and ensemble performances.
Tap Training
Foundational tap instruction emphasizing rhythm, timing, and percussive footwork. Classes develop musical awareness and coordination through structured exercises and choreography. Students learn to express musicality through movement while maintaining technical accuracy.
Dance Radiance Ministry
Pre-professional dance company focused on ministry through performance. Members participate in community events, nursing home visits, and international missions trips. The program combines technical excellence with evangelism through dance, requiring audition for participation.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer classical ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, and acro classes for ages 1.5+ with a Christian worldview foundation.
Do you require a dance audition?
Auditions are required for our pre-professional Dance Radiance Ministry program but not for general enrollment.
Are performances open to the public?
Yes! Our annual Nutcracker Ballet and original productions like 'One Life' are open to the public at Lexington Two Performing Arts Center.
What are your class size policies?
We maintain appropriate student-teacher ratios with individualized attention, grouping students by skill level and age.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we encourage prospective students to schedule a trial class by calling (803) 609-4777.
How do you integrate faith with dance?
Our instructors incorporate Christian values into every lesson, emphasizing worship through movement and modesty in performance.
