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Your Trusted Dance School in Riverside, CA
At Define Dance Space, we believe dance is more than movementit's a transformative journey that shapes character, builds confidence, and fosters integrity. Founded by a team of passionate educators and industry professionals, our studio emphasizes technical and artistic excellence while nurturing personal growth in every dancer. With decades of combined experience, our instructors have trained nationally and internationally, bringing expertise in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and modern techniques. We offer structured programs for toddlers to teens, including recreational and competitive tracks, ensuring each student receives personalized attention. Our curriculum, developed through years of professional practice, focuses on creating well-rounded dancers who excel both on and off the stage.We prioritize inclusivity, ensuring every childregardless of genderfeels valued and inspired. Our award-winning choreography and mentorship have earned recognition at regional, national, and international competitions. Operating year-round with flexible enrollment, we provide summer intensives, masterclasses, and annual recitals to showcase progress. Our commitment to transparency, ethical teaching, and community-building has made us a trusted choice for families in Riverside and beyond. Join us to experience a dance education that celebrates individuality while fostering lifelong skills.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Hip Hop
Contemporary/Lyrical
Summer Intensives
Competition Teams
Holiday Showcase
Masterclasses
Recreational Dance
Highlights and features
- We offer award-winning choreography and mentorship from nationally recognized instructors.
- Our curriculum emphasizes technical excellence and character development in every class.
- We provide inclusive programs tailored for boys and girls aged 218.
- Our teachers include certified judges and choreographers with international performance experience.
- Flexible enrollment allows new students to join at any time of year.
What people say
Confidence has grown so much
Patient and creative teachers
Inclusive for boys
Award-winning choreography
Strong character development
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program builds foundational technique through structured training in Vaganova and French styles. Students develop posture, precision, and artistry while preparing for performances and competitions. Classes emphasize musicality, grace, and discipline for ages 518, with advanced pointe and partnering instruction available.
Hip Hop
Dynamic hip hop classes focus on rhythm, isolations, and freestyle expression. Instructors with industry experience teach current trends while emphasizing musicality and individual style. Students perform in recitals and competitions, with opportunities to join our award-winning competition teams.
Summer Intensives
Three-day summer programs provide concentrated training in technique, strength, and choreography. Designed for dancers aged 818, these intensives prepare students for competition seasons while fostering camaraderie. Sessions include masterclasses with guest instructors and performance workshops.
Competition Teams
Our competitive program offers solo, duo, and group routines in multiple genres. Dancers receive personalized coaching for regional and national competitions. The studio's choreographers have earned top awards for creativity and technical excellence since 2012.
Contemporary/Lyrical
Contemporary/lyrical classes blend emotional storytelling with technical skill. Students explore fluid movements and expressive choreography, preparing for performances and competitions. The curriculum integrates modern techniques while encouraging individual artistic interpretation within structured routines.
People
Raven S. Gantt
Co-Artistic Director
Raven has trained at Millennium Dance Complex and judged nationally for UDA. She choreographed the Ellen DeGeneres Show's Acrobots and earned multiple choreography awards at international competitions.
Megan Rae Jenkins
Co-Artistic Director
Megan holds a BFA in dance performance from the University of Minnesota. She has performed internationally and served as a U.S. Cultural Ambassador through professional dance tours in Kazakhstan and Belize.
Zackary Falk
Teacher Emeritus
Zackary trained at RCC Dance Department and directs Inspire Dance Complex. He has won national choreography awards and served as captain of RCC's dance team.
Alyssa Tellez
Hip Hop Instructor
Alyssa trained with GRV and 909 hip-hop troupes. She earned All-American honors at NDA camp and teaches hip hop while coaching high school cheer/song teams.
Kaitlin Lee
Early Childhood Instructor
Kaitlin specializes in tap dance for preschoolers. A graduate of de•fine, she has trained as a teacher since age 10 and combines dance instruction with professional photography.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and lyrical classes for ages 2–18 with recreational and competitive tracks available.
Do you accept new students mid-year?
Yes, we offer flexible enrollment and accept new students at any time during our September–June school schedule.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! We host annual recitals, holiday showcases, and provide competition opportunities through our award-winning teams.
Do you have programs for boys?
Absolutely. We specialize in creating inclusive environments where boys receive tailored instruction and mentorship in all dance styles.
What summer programs are available?
Our Summer Dance Camps include technique training, strength conditioning, and choreography workshops for dancers aged 8–18.
How do I schedule a trial class?
Visit our website to claim a free 5-day pass and try multiple classes before committing to enrollment.
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