South Mountain Performing Arts

Located in Laveen. Offering superior professional training for dancers ages 2 1/2 through Adult. All ages | All styles | All Levels.

15 years of award-winning dance training. Now Arizona’s newest state-of-the-art cultural venue Tempe Dance West, serving the Phoenix metro community since 2007, has new home and a new name. South Mountain Performing Arts, under the artistic direction of owner Michael J. Cook, will continue to offer a wide array of award-winning dance classes, recreational offerings, and pre-professional training p

08/21/2024

Exciting News! πŸŽ‰ SMPA is now approved for the AZ ESA Program!

We’re thrilled to announce that South Mountain Performing Arts is officially part of the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) Program! This is a huge step forward, and we’re so excited to share this with our SMPA family.

You can now find us listed on the AZ ESA Program website. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this journey!

Check us out - All Ages - All styles - All levels. DM us for a free trial class.

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Exciting news! Our Open House is just 1 week away! πŸŽ‰ Join us for a day of FREE classes, registration, and a chance to win FREE tuition and credit for uniforms. Come dance with us and get a sneak peek into our exciting season ahead. We can't wait to see you there! πŸŒŸπŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

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Welcome to our new state-of-the-art facility! 🏒✨ Featuring a quadruple sprung dance floor and four large studios, including a studio theater. Our space is bright, happy, and cleanβ€”perfect for dancers of all levels to learn and grow. Experience the best at SMPA!

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Have a dancer aged 2-6? πŸŽ‰ Try our combo class! It’s the perfect introduction to different forms of dance without getting bored. Each session includes 20 minutes of tap, 20 minutes of ballet, and 20 minutes of acrobatics. Our faculty will guide your dancer through the class, ensuring they have fun while learning the foundations . πŸ©°πŸ‘―β€β™‚οΈ

Check us out - All Ages - All styles - All levels. DM us for a free trial class.

07/13/2024

🌞✨ As we enter our final week of summer camp, we still have a few spots available! Don't miss out on the fun! πŸŽ‰πŸŒ΄

πŸ“£ We are thrilled to announce that SMPA registration for the 2024-25 season is NOW OPEN! 🩰🎢 Register NOW to get your first pick of classes. Priortiy registration has closed and a few classes are already SOLD OUT!

Join us for our Open House on August 7, 8, and 9 from 5-7 PM! πŸŽ‰βœ¨

🎈 Free dance classes
πŸ‘©β€πŸ« Meet your teachers
🎁 Free giveaways
🎊 Lots of fun

Come and see why SMPA is the perfect place to dance, grow, and create lasting memories! 🌟

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🌟✨ Calling all Swifties! ✨🌟
Are you ready for it? We’re excited to announce our Taylor Swift Dance Camp! πŸŽ€πŸ’ƒ Join us for a magical week filled with dancing, arts and crafts, and making forever friends. πŸŽ¨πŸ‘―β€β™€οΈ
πŸ“… Date: Next weekβ€¨πŸ•˜ Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PMβ€¨πŸ‘§ Ages: 6-12β€¨πŸŽŸοΈ Limited spots available!
Get ready to dance to all your favorite Taylor hits, create beautiful crafts, and experience a week of pure fun and enchantment. 🌈✨

But wait, there’s more! For our littlest dancers, we have a Frozen-Themed Dance Camp. β„οΈπŸ‘Έ Join us for a week of icy fun, where your child can dance and play in the magical world of Elsa and Anna. Ages 3-6 will love this frosty adventure! ⛄️❄️
πŸ“… Frozen Camp Date: Next weekβ€¨πŸ•˜ Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AMβ€¨πŸ‘§ Ages: 3-6β€¨πŸŽŸοΈ Limited spots available!
Sign up now and let’s shake it off together, or let it go with Frozen! πŸ’–

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πŸŒžπŸŽ‰ SMPA Summer Camps Begin June 3rd! πŸŒžπŸŽ‰

We’re excited to kick off our summer camps for all the little dancers out there! Sign up today, space is limited!

Ages 3-6: Dog Days of Summer 🐢
Acrobatics
Tap
Jazz
Ballet
Arts and Crafts

Ages 6-12: Barbie Pink Sensation πŸŽ€
Acrobatics
Jazz
Hip-Hop
Arts and Crafts

All camps end with a fantastic performance for family and friends! 🎭✨ It’s the perfect introduction to dance for beginners, and no uniform is required. Each week is a different theme!!

Join us for a fun-filled summer of dance, creativity, and new friendships! πŸ©°πŸ’ƒEaCH WEEK IS

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πŸŽ“βœ¨ SMPA is proud to spotlight our amazing graduating high school seniors! 🌟 We are incredibly proud of these two hardworking, humble, and kind individuals. They have brought so much joy and dedication to our community, and we know they will carry with them the values and skills they’ve developed here. πŸ’«
Here’s to new beginnings and endless possibilities!

Congratulations, seniors! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ“

Ze’von Johnson will be attending Saint Olaf College in Northfield, MN, majoring in Political Science and Dance

Andrea Castillo will be attending University of Arizona, in Tucson, AZ, majoring in Cognitive Science, with a minor in Business

05/18/2024

South Mountain's Summer Showcase is just days away! Don't forget to get your tickets!!

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Days away from our Summer Showcase! Don't forget to buy your tickets through our website! It's going to be a great show!..

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βœ¨πŸŽ‰ This is your daily reminder to secure your spot at SMPA's Summer Camp! πŸ’ƒπŸŒž Enjoy Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics, Arts, and Crafts! πŸŽ¨πŸ€Έβ€β™‚οΈ Twirl, tap, leap, and make lasting memories with new friends! 🌟 Each week ends with a fabulous performance! πŸŽ­πŸ‘ Limited space available, reserve now! πŸ’– πŸŒˆπŸ‘―β€β™€οΈπŸŽΆ

05/08/2024

πŸŽ‰βœ¨ Calling all young dancers aged 6-12! βœ¨πŸŽ‰ Get ready to groove and move at SMPA's Summer Camp! πŸ’ƒπŸŒž With six electrifying camps to choose from, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics, Hip Hop, and Arts and Crafts, there's something for every dancer to love! 🎨🎢 Join us for a summer filled with rhythm, creativity, and endless fun! 🌟 Showcase your skills in a dazzling performance for your family and friends at the end of each week! πŸŽ­πŸ‘ Spaces are filling up fast, so secure your spot now! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ’¨ Don't miss out on the ultimate dance adventure this summer! πŸ’– πŸŒˆπŸ‘―β€β™‚οΈπŸ”₯

05/07/2024

πŸŽ‰βœ¨ Calling all young dancers aged 3-6! βœ¨πŸŽ‰ Dive into a summer of fun at SMPA's Summer Camp! πŸ’ƒπŸŒž We've got six thrilling camps lined up just for you: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics, and even Arts and Crafts! πŸŽ¨πŸ€Έβ€β™‚οΈ Get ready to twirl, tap, leap, and create unforgettable memories with new friends! 🌟 Each week concludes with a spectacular performance for your proud family and friends to cheer you on! πŸŽ­πŸ‘ Hurry, space is limited, so DM us today to reserve your spot πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’¨ Don't miss out on the summer dance adventure of a lifetime! πŸ’– πŸŒˆπŸ‘―β€β™€οΈπŸŽΆ

05/02/2024

We're thrilled to invite you to the SMPA Summer Showcase, where the incredible talents and dedication of our students will take center stage. This showcase is a celebration of their hard work and creativity, and we'd be honored to have you join us for this special event.
VIP tickets are now available, offering an exclusive entrance at 12:30 pm, allowing you to secure the best seats before general admission begins at 12:45 pm. With VIP access, you'll have the first pick of seats to enjoy every moment of the showcase up close.
Whether you're a family member, friend, or supporter of the arts, we encourage you to bring your loved ones along to witness the outstanding performances and exhibits our students have prepared.

Link on the website to purchase tickets!

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✨🌟SMPA COMPANY INTENSIVE✨🌟

Interested in joining SMPA Company? Are you 7 - 18? This is the perfect opportunity to experience our comprehensive training in Ballet, Pointe, Contemporary, Jazz, Stretch & Strength, and more. πŸ”₯.

🌱At SMPA, we provide a supportive and drama-free environment for dancers to thrive and grow.🌱

πŸ“… Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your dance skills in a professional setting.

Photos from South Mountain Performing Arts's post 04/11/2024

πŸŽ‰ Get ready for an exhilarating adventure this summer! 🌞 Registration for our sensational summer camps opens April 15th! πŸ“… Don't miss out on the excitement for students ages 6-9! πŸš€ Explore our six incredible camps guaranteed to ignite joy and learning! 🌟 Your little one is in for an unforgettable summer of fun and discovery! 🎈

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πŸŽ‰ Get ready for an exhilarating adventure this summer! 🌞 Registration for our sensational summer camps opens April 15th! πŸ“… Don't miss out on the excitement for students ages 3-5! πŸš€ Explore our six incredible camps guaranteed to ignite joy and learning! 🌟 Your little one is in for an unforgettable summer of fun and discovery! 🎈

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Hey Laveen and Phoenix Area Families!! South Mountain is excited to announce their summer dance camps!!! There are programs for EVERYONE! Check out our themes, and don't forget sign ups starts April 16! ..

03/25/2024

πŸŽ‰ MASTER CLASS ALERT! πŸŽ‰

Guess who’s back? Troy Herring and Cory Barnette, are bringing their awesome talents to South Mountain Performing Arts once again! 🌟 And here’s the best part - their master classes are OPEN to everyone! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

Save the date and come jam with us! Send us a DMs to snag your spot. Let’s dance! 🎢

03/11/2024

South Mountain Performing Arts is CLOSED this week for spring break! Hope our SMP family has a wonderful and safe vacation!

02/29/2024

Happy Leap Day! πŸŽ‰

02/23/2024

🌟 Howdy, y’all! 🌟 Saddle up and mosey on down to the 72nd annual Laveen BBQ tomorrow hosted by the Laveen Community Council - LCC. Our SMPA dancers will be performing 2:20pm - 3:05pm. 🀠

We will be giving a demonstration of what our youngest dancers do in class. 🎢 Have friends that are interested in dance? They can see first hand what goes on β€œinside the classroom”. Our company dancers will also be performing solo and group numbers.

Hope to see y’all there! 🌡

02/20/2024

🌟✨ β€œDance with Me”! πŸŽΆπŸ‘Ά Calling all tiny dancers, 2-3 years old, and their amazing parents/guardians! Join us for a magical journey of movement and fun! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί This special class is designed to foster social skills, motor skills, and so much more! 🌈 From learning to listen and take turns to mastering sequential order, our unique curriculum is tailored for young minds. πŸ§ πŸ’‘ Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to bond with your little one while grooving to the beat! πŸŽ‰βœ¨ Schedule your FREE trial class today and let the dancing adventures begin! πŸ’«πŸ‘£

02/15/2024

πŸŽ‰ Happy Thursday, SMPA Dance Family! 🌟 As we revel in the last few days of Parent Observation Week, our hearts are brimming with pride and joy!

πŸ”₯ Let’s keep the dance floor vibes alive by encouraging our friends in school to join us – after all, dance friends are the best friends! Great promotions for you and your friends!πŸ’ƒ

πŸ•Ί AND don’t forget to post and tag us for your chance to win FREE TUITION and other great prizes! πŸ’« drawing held Monday February 19th.

02/13/2024

πŸ‘ Let's hear it for the heartbeat of our SMPA Dance Family – YOU! 🌍 Your unwavering support and passion for dance light up our world! πŸ’– Thank you for embracing the beauty of dance and all the amazing ways it enriches our lives – physically, mentally, and emotionally!

ENTER TO WIN - Take a picture at our selfie station this week during Parent observation and post on social media with the hashtag , don’t forget to tag us to be entered! Drawing will take place February 19th!! πŸ’ƒπŸŒŸ

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Since 2007, Tempe Dance West has provided outstanding technical training in a positive and fun environment. Your kids have a great time, while our faculty focus on developing important life skills like positive self-image, dependability, responsibility, respect and teamwork. Our students learn technical dance skills that allow them to pursue a professional dance career or just to have a great time learning essential life skills that lead to success in whatever they pursue.

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3253 W Baseline Road
Phoenix, AZ
85339

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 4pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
4pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 4pm - 8:30pm
Friday 4pm - 7:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 2pm

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