Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance School in Newberg, OR
Chehalem Valley Dance Academy has been nurturing dancers and developing essential life skills through dance education since 1994. Our academy offers comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, musical theatre, pointe, acrobatics, and technique for ages 2 and up. With two state-of-the-art facilities in Newberg and McMinnville, we employ highly qualified instructors who prioritize both technical excellence and character development.Our programs cultivate confidence, discipline, and community engagement while maintaining a family-friendly environment. Through annual showcases, community service initiatives, and structured leadership programs, we create pathways for personal growth that extend far beyond the dance studio. Our proven methodology combines professional instruction with values-based education to help students excel both on and off the stage.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Instruction
Jazz Dance
Hip Hop Workshops
Contemporary Dance
Lyrical Classes
Musical Theatre
Pointe Training
Acrobatics
Technique Development
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of proven dance education expertise with certified instructors
- Our curriculum develops both technical proficiency and essential life skills
- We maintain state-of-the-art facilities with sprung floors in two convenient locations
- Our community service programs teach compassion and social responsibility
- We provide personalized attention with structured progress tracking for each student
What people say
Amazing instructors
Safe environment
Life skills focus
Community involvement
Visible progress
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression while building core strength and discipline. Students learn classical techniques through age-appropriate instruction that emphasizes proper alignment and musicality. The curriculum fosters confidence and perseverance that translates to success in all areas of life.
Hip Hop Workshops
Contemporary hip hop classes teach rhythm, coordination, and self-expression through dynamic choreography. Instructors focus on foundational street dance techniques while encouraging individual creativity in a supportive group setting that builds social confidence and physical agility.
Acrobatics
Professional acro instruction develops flexibility, balance, and body awareness through progressive skill development. Certified instructors emphasize safety and proper technique while helping students build physical confidence that enhances overall dance performance and general coordination.
Musical Theatre
Integrated musical theatre training combines dance, acting, and vocal techniques to develop well-rounded performers. Students learn stage presence and storytelling skills while building collaborative abilities and emotional intelligence through ensemble-based learning experiences.
Community Programs
Our community outreach initiatives teach social responsibility through service projects and fundraising activities. Students develop empathy and leadership skills while applying their talents to benefit others, creating meaningful connections between artistic development and civic engagement.
People
Kristen
CEO / Artistic Director
Kristen leads CVDA with 25+ years of dance education experience, holding a BFA in Dance Performance. She developed the academy's life skills curriculum and oversees instructor training programs that emphasize character development alongside technical excellence.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, musical theatre, pointe, acrobatics, and technique classes for ages 2+.
Can I try a class before enrolling?
Yes! We offer free trial classes with studio tours and personalized dance buddy support to help new students feel comfortable.
How do you ensure student safety?
Our studios have security cameras, background-checked instructors, and established safety protocols for all dance activities and interactions.
What are your class sizes?
We maintain small class sizes with assistant instructors to ensure personalized attention and proper technical guidance for every student.
Do you participate in competitions?
While we focus on skill development over competition, we offer optional performance opportunities including annual showcases and community events.
How do you develop life skills?
Our curriculum integrates goal-setting, teamwork, and leadership training with dance instruction to build confidence, discipline, and social responsibility.
