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Where Passion Meets Precision:
Our Unique Approach to Dance

At Katura Dance Academy, we believe dance should be joyful, empowering, and rooted in strong technique. Our fresh, dynamic approach blends the structure of disciplined training with the freedom of creative expression—so every dancer not only grows in skill but also shines with confidence. Whether dancing recreationally or on a competitive track, KDA students are supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential—all while having serious fun!

We Hope You'll Dance With Us!

ACRO DANCE

Learning the basic skills and technique in acrobatics will help dancers learn body awareness, new tricks, and strength their foundation to excel in the arts.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard, sports bra, or unitard

Black dance shorts (with leotard or sports bra)

Skin-tone tights (foot-less)

Barefoot

BALLET 

(INTRO TO MOVEMENT)

This beginner-friendly class introduces young dancers to the fundamentals of ballet through creative movement and imaginative play. Dancers will explore rhythm, coordination, and basic ballet technique while building confidence, focus, and a love for dance in a fun and nurturing environment.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Leotard or dance dress

Skin-tone tights (foot-in)

Pink ballet shoes

CONTEMPORARY

A fusion of dance including modern, ballet, and lyrical. This class takes the dancer through an exciting emotional journey in dance.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard

Black dance shorts, pants, or leggings

Skin-tone tights (foot-less)

Barefoot, Skin-tone foot-undeez or Skin-tone pirouette shoes (half sole dance shoes)

JAZZ

A fusion of technique and style with emphasis on stage presence. Jazz consists of warm up, progressions across the floor and combinations.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard or sports bra

Black dance shorts

Skin-tone tights (foot-in)

Skin-tone jazz shoes (slip-on)

MAJORETTE

This class will teach the fundamentals of HBCU band style dance. They will learn technique and age appropriate ‘Dance Girl’ moves.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard or sports bra

Black leggings or dance shorts

Skin-tone jazz shoes

TAP

Tap is an exciting style where the dancer uses their feet like drums to create rhythmic patterns and timely beat.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard or sports bra

Black dance shorts or skirt

Skin-tone tights (convertible suggested)

Black tap shoes

TECH & CONDITIONING

Tech Boost is a class dedicated solely to strengthening your dancer's technique, leaps, turns, and flexibility. If your dancer is serious about dance and want to see faster growth, they need to join this class. The class is divided into 3 levels. You may register for the level you think, but the teacher will let you know after evaluation, what level they need to be in. 

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard or sports bra

Black dance shorts

Barefoot

AFROFUSION

Afrofusion is a fun upbeat style that fuses African dance with other styles such as hip hop, jazz, and contemporary.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard or sports bra

Black dance shorts, pants, or leggings

Barefoot

BALLET

Consists of barre and center work. Ballet training is essential to a dancer’s progression. It develops and strengthens muscles, as well as improves coordination and flexibility. Tech boost focuses on the development of leaps, turns, and technique. Dancers will be able to use the skills learned in Tech Boost to enhance their all-around performance.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Ages 7 and up (continue below for ages 6 and under dress code)

Black leotard

Skin-tone tights (foot-in)

Black shorts or ballet skirt (optional)

Skin-tone ballet shoes

HIP HOP

Hip-hop offers learning the latest dance moves, and high energy FUN! We explore East Coast, West Coast, and South influences. It has evolved so much, and this class will uncover all styles birthed from it.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Any comfortable clothing - Express your creativity and personality

Sweats, leggings, t-shirts, etc.

No jeans or school clothes

Black sneakers

LYRICAL

Lyrical, like Contemporary, is a fusion of dance including modern, ballet, and lyrical. This class takes the dancer through an exciting emotional journey in dance.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard or sports bra

Black dance shorts

Skin-tone tights (foot-less)

Skin-tone pirouette shoes (half sole dance shoes)

MOMMY & ME CLASSES

Mommy & Me Ballet and Hip Hop focuses on motor skills and memory. A fun activity for our tiny dancers to explore their creative and set the foundation.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Ballet:

Leotard or dance dress

Skin-tone tights (foot-in)

Pink ballet shoes

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Hip Hop:

Any comfortable clothing. Express your creativity and personality!

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Mommy & Me classes do not have a required class attire for adults. Please come dress comfortably -- workout clothing suggested.

TAP & BALLET

Perfect for our tiniest twirlers and toe-tappers! This combo class introduces dancers to the basics of both ballet and tap in a fun, structured environment. Dancers will develop coordination, rhythm, and musicality while building confidence, discipline, and a strong foundation for future dance training—all through age-appropriate movement, games, and lots of smiles!

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CLASS ATTIRE

(Dress code for ages 7 and up ballet is above)

Black leotard

Skin-tone tights

Black shorts or ballet skirt (optional)

Pink ballet shoes (leather or canvas - no slippers)

Black tap shoes

POINTE

You must be cleared by the instructor to take Pointe and/or have at least 3 years ballet experience.

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CLASS ATTIRE

Black leotard

Skin-tone tights

Any color dance skirt/tutu (optional)

Skin-tone ballet shoes

Pointe shoes (upon instructor approval)

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