Welcome to Kind Performing ArtS
Dance Classes for All Ages
We provide a wide variety of dance classes for all aged dancers from all over the Capital Region!
Be strong, be fearless, be beautiful and believe that anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you.
~ Misty Copeland
At Kind Performing Arts,
every dancer is encouraged to grow with confidence, creativity, and joy. We believe that dance is about more than learning steps—it’s about building character, fostering friendships, and discovering the unique talents within every student. From toddlers taking their very first class to experienced performers refining their technique, our supportive instructors create a positive environment where everyone feels valued, inspired, and empowered to shine.
At Kind Performing Arts, we offer high-quality dance education in a fun, nurturing atmosphere that feels like family. Our classes are designed to help students develop strong technical skills while encouraging self-expression, discipline, and a lifelong love of the performing arts. Whether your child dreams of performing on stage or simply wants to experience the joy of movement, we’re committed to helping them grow in confidence, celebrate their accomplishments, and create memories that last a lifetime.
Our Classes
Mozart’s Musical Movers
Ages 18 months – 3 yrs with Caregiver
Each class offers developmentally age-appropriate activities. We will explore the world of Music and Movement with exciting games and interactive songs that allow children to learn and grow through play. Storytime and exploration of different instruments and props are all incorporated into this well-rounded curriculum. Ms. Katie’s Music and Movement Program will instill a lifelong love of music and a foundation for learning.
Tippy Toe Toddlers
Ages 2 – 4 years with Caregiver
With a caregiver by their side, our Tippy Toes class is sure to be a special & memorable first dance experience for your littlest budding ballerina. These classes are enjoyed by all and introduce pre ballet and movement with the use of catchy, creative and upbeat songs. This class promises to be “Tutu” cute!
Baby Ballet & Tot Tap
Ages 3 – 4 years
Preschoolers are encouraged to develop and explore their ability to dance further as they progress through the curriculum. This is your child’s first opportunity to take part in an independent class (as caregivers remain in the waiting area), BB/TT classes are lots of fun and introduce beginner ballet and tap steps and terminology with the use of popular music, imaginative play, props, instruments and more. Caregivers will occasionally be asked to participate in the last 5-10 minutes of class to assist their little one or to be an audience for them as they showcase some of the activities or dances that they have learned.
Mini Maestros
Ages 3 – 5
Ballet
Students are introduced to ballet fundamentals and terminology. Class will begin with a barre warm-up to help students learn the positions of the feet and arms and other ballet basics. Center stretching will follow to increase flexibility. Across the floor movements such as skipping, hopping, turning, chasse, saute, leaping and partner patterns will help students to develop coordination and balance. By blending formal elements with creative movement we make a formal ballet class that much more fun and exciting. The end of class will be dedicated to learning an age appropriate choreographed ballet dance. Children will learn basic dances from the following Ballet’s…”Dance of the Little Swans”, “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” and more.
Tap
Jazz
Jazz class will focus on learning proper dance techniques such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing rhythms and patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz such as Lyrical and Contemporary to help develop a well rounded dancer. Class curriculum is based on traditional jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor progressions, and combinations. Students will have the opportunity to learn and master a choreographed jazz dance routine to be worked on each week during the last part of class.
Hip Hop
Musical Theater
This class is all about dancing, acting and singing to various Broadway Musicals, TV shows, and Movies. Let your creativity and performance abilities come out. There will be a strong emphasis on Jazz technique as well as Basic vocal warm-ups. Each month the class will explore a NEW Musical. Students will learn choreograhed routines to some of the following musicals….Grease, High School Musical, Footloose, Hairspray and more!
Music Lessons
Discover the joy of music with personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to each student’s age, experience, and goals. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to build on your existing skills, our experienced and enthusiastic instructors create a fun, supportive environment that helps every student grow with confidence.
We offer private lessons in:
- Voice
- Piano
- Ukulele
- Guitar
- Drums
Lessons are 30 minutes in length, meet once per week, and are $35 per lesson. Each lesson is customized to the individual student, focusing on proper technique, musicality, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.
Whether your goal is to perform, prepare for auditions, or simply enjoy making music, we’re excited to help you reach your full potential!
Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion.
~ Martha Graham
Testimonials
Happy Customers
Ms. Katie and Ms. Taunya provided 2 classes at St. Thomas the Apostle School this spring. A new offering for our students! The Creative Dance and Music and Hip-Hop Jazz after school dance programs were not only extremely popular, but fun from beginning to end for all participants! Both Katie and Taunya provided opportunities for the students to learn new skills and grow artistically. They were easy to work with and treated parents to a fabulous recital at the end of the six week session. We’re looking forward to working with them again in the future!
~ St Thomas School
Our family loves being a part of Kind Performing Arts. It’s been a wonderful experience for us. Our daughters, who are 5 and 2, have a love for music and dance that is nurtured by the positive, encouraging and very welcoming environment that Ms. Katie offers. You can easily see the love she has for the children and her program. The classes offer structure, creativity, movement and laughter. Each class feels more like an experience than a lesson. To put it simply, Ms. Katie is a wonderful and talented teacher who offers an amazing program.
~ Kelly H.
We have been very happy with the addition of Kind Performing Arts to our after school programs. Katie Kind taught Hip Hop and Jazz to our 2nd through 5th graders and Taunya Hannibal-Williams taught Music and Dance to our Kindergarteners and 1st graders. Both teachers brought their love of music and dance, along with their enthusiasm and appreciation of young children with them for each class. It has been a pleasure to see the joy on our children’s faces. We look forward to continuing these programs and would recommend them whole-heartedly.
~ Mater Christi School