Acrobatic Arts

Our Acro program helps students develop strength, stamina, flexibility, balance, coordination, and confidence while learning exciting acrobatic skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Choosing the Right Acro Level

Select a class based on your dancer’s age and the skills they can perform safely and independently. Students should have mastered the skills from each previous level before advancing. If you are unsure which class is the best fit, please contact the studio for guidance.

Pre-Acro | Ages 4–5

No previous experience is needed. This class introduces young dancers to basic acrobatic movements while building strength, stamina, flexibility, coordination, and body awareness.

Intro to Acro | First Grade and Up

No previous experience is needed. Students will build strength, stamina, flexibility, and coordination while learning basic acrobatic skills and developing a strong foundation for future levels.

Level 1 | Beginner

This beginner-level class is for students who are ready to develop foundational acro skills. Students will work on:

  • Handstands
  • Cartwheels
  • Somersaults
  • Bridges

Level 2 | Advanced Beginner

Students must be able to perform all Level 1 skills. This class builds upon those foundational skills while introducing new movements, combinations, and progressions.

Level 3 | Intermediate

Students must have mastered the skills from Levels 1 and 2. Students will work on:

  • Front walkovers
  • Back walkovers
  • Backbend kickovers
  • Beginning aerial progressions

Level 4 | Advanced Intermediate

Students must have mastered the skills from all previous levels, including front and back walkovers. This class focuses on improving technique, control, consistency, strength, and more advanced skill combinations.

Level 5 | Advanced

Students must have mastered the skills from all previous levels. Students will work on advanced skills and progressions, including:

  • Aerials
  • One-handed walkovers
  • Handsprings
  • Advanced acro combinations

Need Help Selecting a Level?

Proper placement helps every student progress safely and confidently. If you are unsure which level to choose, please contact Expression Dance Studio before registering.

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