Acro Program
CLASSES FOR AGES 3-18
Our acro program focuses on “tumbling for dance,” combining gymnastics and hip-hop tricks on both a mat and a dance floor. Dancers build strength, flexibility, coordination, and body control while learning skills that can be incorporated into many different dance styles. Classes emphasize proper technique and safe progressions in a fun and supportive environment.
Dancers new to our acro program should enroll in the Foundational class that matches their age. Those with previous acro experience may request an evaluation to determine appropriate placement.
2026-27 School-Year Session
Foundational classes (Ninja Tumbling, Acro 1, and Acro 1+) are designed for beginners and continuing athletes, and focus on building and strengthening fundamental technique at an age-appropriate level.. Placement-based classes (Levels 2 and up) are for athletes with previous experience, focusing on progressive skill development. Instructor approval is required.
Classes meet weekly from August 31 through the end of our season (usually early May). Parents are invited in several times a year for formal observation weeks, and are welcome to watch class any time via the monitor in our lobby. Acro classes do not learn a routine and do no perform in the recital.
If a class is currently waitlisted and you are interested in enrolling, please add your dancer to the waitlist. Class placements often shift, and we frequently open additional sections when there is enough interest. Joining the waitlist is the best way to ensure we can accommodate as many dancers as possible.
Acro Class Descriptions
Ninja Tumbling (ages 3-5)
Introduce your preschooler to the basics of tumbling! Each week includes a new obstacle course focusing on gross motor skill development through active play and meaningful movement.
Intro to Acro (K-1st grade)
An introduction to “tumbling for dance!” Dancers learn basic skills such as rolls, headstands, beginner cartwheels, handstands, and bridges while building strength, coordination, and body awareness. Class also includes age-appropriate conditioning, stretching, and flexibility work.
Acro 1 (2nd-3rd grade)
Dancers build foundational acro skills including cartwheels, headstands, kickovers, bridges, and handstands. Focus is placed on proper technique, control, and flexibility while introducing more advanced rolls and balancing skills.
Acro 1+ (4th grade and up)
A great starting point for older beginners or those continuing to build their acro foundation. Dancers work on skills such as dive rolls, handstands, backbends, kickovers, one-handed cartwheels, and more while developing strength, technique, and flexibility.
Acro 2
Instructor approval required. Builds on foundational skills with more advanced tricks such as front limbers, back walkovers, roundoffs, aerial progressions, and handstand walking. Emphasis is placed on strength, flexibility, and connecting skills together smoothly.
Acro 3 & 4
Advanced acro training focused on strength, flexibility, and performance quality. Dancers are challenged with higher-level skills and dynamic combinations used across dance styles.