For 50 years and counting, The Dance Foundation is a nonprofit organization bringing the joy of dance to students throughout the Greater Birmingham area.
Celebrating *** years of
learning to dance
learning through dance
building confidence
igniting curiosity
inspiring creativity
dance for everyone
exploration and discovery
community and collaboration
moving together
For 50 years, The Dance Foundation has been bringing the joy of dance to students of all ages throughout the Greater Birmingham area.
Dance is the universal language that connects us.
The Dance Foundation is a place where everyone can embrace the art of dance. Whether you are currently dancing, returning to dance, or just beginning, people of all ages and abilities are welcome. Here, you can dance. Feel joy. Gain confidence. Be creative.
You belong at The Dance Foundation, where we celebrate the dancer in every body and the dance in every movement.
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The following classes are designed for students who have Autism, Down Syndrome, or other circumstances where they would benefit from a more flexible class. Classes are taught with attention to the unique needs of each student participating. Modifications to movement and choreography are provided.
Movement-To-Music for ages 5-10
Thurs 4:35-5:20
Offered in six-week sessions
Creative Dance for ages 8-12
Thurs 5:30-6:15
Participates in a spring recital at the Alabama Theatre
Ballet/Modern for ages 12-18
Mon 6:00-6:50
Participates in a spring recital at the Alabama Theatre
This summer, we spent 3-weeks at Avondale Samaritan Place, working with students in Kindergarten through 4th grade. Use Your Noodle is a summer enrichment camp that inspires children to explore, ask questions, and dream big, helping them grow academically and in confidence, creativity, and problem-solving. The camp culminated in an afternoon of sharing artwork, community, and movement. Our amazing faculty, Daniel Hernández and Joanna Hardy-West, helped the campers show what they learned: heavy versus light energy, robotic and flowing movements, team work, spatial awareness, and retention. It was a fun afternoon in Avondale. We look forward to next summer; our 4th year at Use Your Noodle!
Student volunteers reminding you about our annual Backstage Bargains sale (fundraiser) featuring new and used dancewear, shoes and costumes.
Two ways you can participate:
1 – Clean out your costume box and/or dance bag and donate items.
2 – Shop the sale Oct 2-10.
Our Open House on Aug 25 is a great time to bring your donation, but we do accept donations year round. Thank you in advance for not bringing used tights and items unrelated to dance.
Adult classes are live and ready for enrollment!
Offerings include Ballet and Tap at the beginner, beyond beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Feel free to reach out with questions.
Classes run six weeks at a time. You may register now for –
Session 1: Sept 8-Oct 18
Session 2: Oct 19-Dec 6
Cost will automatically be prorated if you register after a session has begun.
Taking two or more classes? Reach out to us for the multi-class discount.
We can’t wait to have you join our community of adult students!
