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’ve had years of the finest dance training available or just beginning. Whether you are two or eighty-two years old. Whether you are differently-abled or fully-abled. 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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🩰 These pointe shoes were well-earned! Thank you to our teachers Ms. Jackie and Mrs. Therese, and Ms. Freddie at Dance N Things, for fitting these ladies in their first pair of pointe shoes. Now, the real work begins… 🩰
At TDF, we believe dance is for every body. Federal support helps us make that belief a reality.
🎨 Now is the time to create.
🗣️ Now is the time to speak out.
🤝 The arts matter. They unite us.
‼️ The arts need funding NOW.
📞 Tell your elected officials: The arts aren’t optional—they’re essential.
#artisessential
#supportthearts
Registration is open* for a new season of dance, and there is something for everyone!
*adult classes starting in September will be added later this summer.
Moving Together
ages 1-2
Movement To Music
ages 2-4
Young Dancer Program
K-2nd grade
ballet*tap*modern
Dance Artist Program
3rd-12th grade
ballet*tap*modern*hip hop*jazz*musical theatre
Adaptive Learning Classes
Ages 5-10 creative movement
Ages 9-15 ballet*modern
Adult Classes
ballet*tap*jazz*hip hop
☀️ Summer Weekly Classes are around the corner! There’s something for every age. Summer is the perfect time to experience something new or keep sharpening your skills. Make it a summer of creativity and discovery at The Dance Foundation!
50 Years Gold! Our Dance Artist Program students delivered an exciting performance, joined by special guest performers — former students and faculty — including Melissa Turnage, daughter of Founder Jennie Robertson, and Rebecca’s White, one of Jennie’s very first students. Our dedicated faculty choreographed creative dances showcasing the talent and growth our students have achieved this year.
