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    About BADA - Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts in Burlington, NC

    Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts (BADA) has been inspiring creativity and artistic excellence in Alamance County and North Carolina since its founding in 1987. With Virginia Freeman Dupont as its Artistic Director since 2014, the Academy is renowned for its ballet program, which produces 1-2 ballets annually, and its commitment to creating a well-rounded dancer. The Academy is also home to two dance companies, KARIZMA and KARIZMA II. KARIZMA was founded in 1995 as the not-for-profit youth performing company of Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts. In addition to its full performance season, KARIZMA is dedicated to community building and outreach. KARIZMA II was established in 2014 as a pre-professional company to provide serious young dancers with intensive training and professional performance opportunities. KARIZMA II’s seasons have included UNCSA’s Festival of NC Dance, North Carolina Dance Alliance’s Annual Event, Greensboro Fringe Festival, and the North Carolina Triad Choreography Showcase. Through its Academy, companies, and outreach efforts, Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts is dedicated to fostering creativity and artistic excellence in its community.

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    What kind of kids we support

    • Coed
    • Toddlers
    • Preschool
    • Kids
    • Tweens

    Amenities

    • Handicap accessible
    • Internet Access
    • Dancing Studio

    Programs at BADA - Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts in Burlington, NC

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    Dance with Me

    For dancers ranging from Ages 18 months-2 1/2 years old Parents participate with their children and work with their children on gross motor skills and creative expression. Props will be used to work on balance, coordination and a general sense of fun. Interactive music is used to enhance the learning experience.

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    KinderMotions

    For dancers ranging from Ages 2 1/2-3 years old This special creative movement program introduces a progression of developmental movement and sensory motor exercises. It is not only fun, but educational – guiding young children to reach their full physical, mental and emotional potential.

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    KinderDance

    For dancers ranging from Ages 3-4 years old KinderDance disguises learning with fun! Your tiny tot old will challenge his or her balance in ballet and in the New Year, learn about rhythm in tap class! Throughout the class, the little dancers are learning combinations to upbeat songs, remembering dance vocabulary from week to week and building great relationships with their peers.

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    Ballet/Tap

    For dancers ranging from Ages 4-7 years old Ballet/Tap classes are for beginner dancers or those moving up from KinderMotions. Dancers will continue Ballet/Tap until they move into the Ballet Program. Dancers are beginning to learn dance technique, terminology and basic body placement, while continuing to enjoy class and learn the LOVE of dance.

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    3382 S Church St, Burlington, NC, 27215