Dance

I like how we learn dances from all over the world, but we also learn more than that. Dance teaches us how to relieve stress, how to be active, and how to become calm.” –UPrep student 

Dance students at UPrep explore their movement potential and build dance technique in a nurturing and creative environment. The exploration of diverse dance styles and creation of student-choreographed pieces inspires risk-taking, fosters personal confidence, and develops student voice.

Guest artists enrich the classroom experience and connect students to the larger Seattle dance scene. Special classes in hip hop, Bollywood, and breakdance bring professional artists into the UPrep dance studio, and field trips to see dance companies perform allow students to further explore the world of dance.

Our dance students perform for the UPrep community throughout the year during events including Music Day, the Halloween Assembly, and the Puma Heritage Celebration. They celebrate the end of each semester with a Choreography Showcase for their family and peers.