Dance Programs in Killingworth, CT

Youth Dance Classes for Ages 2 Through Teens

Back Stage Dance Center offers a full range of youth dance programs designed to support dancers at every stage of their journey — from first creative movement classes to advanced teen training and competitive dance.

Located in Killingworth, Connecticut, our programs serve families throughout the Connecticut Shoreline, including Clinton, Madison, Westbrook, Essex, Deep River, Old Saybrook, Guilford, and surrounding communities.

Whether your child is just beginning or ready for advanced technique and performance training, BSDC provides a structured, supportive, and inspiring environment where dancers can grow with confidence.

Find the Right Dance Program for Your Child

Our programs are organized by age and developmental stage to ensure every dancer receives appropriate instruction, challenge, and support.

Browse this page to choose the program that best fits your dancer.

Little Imaginations (Ages 2–5)

Toddler & Preschool Dance Classes in Killingworth, CT

Our Little Imaginations program introduces young children to dance through creative movement, music, and beginner ballet, tap, and acro.

This program helps build coordination, listening skills, confidence, independence, social skills, and early motor development.

Creative Exploration (Ages 5–8)

Fun & Foundational Dance Classes for Kids

Creative Exploration allows young dancers to explore multiple styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, theater arts, and acro in a fun, supportive environment.

Students develop:

• Creativity and imagination
• Strong foundational technique
• Confidence and teamwork
• Musicality and rhythm

Young Artists (Ages 9–12)

Pre-Teen Dance Training in Killingworth CT

The Young Artists program focuses on strengthening technical skills while encouraging individuality, performance quality, and creative expression.

Dancers build:

• Strong technique foundations
• Performance confidence
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Artistic expression

Emerging Artists (Ages 13+)

Teen Dance Classes & Advanced Training

Our Emerging Artists program offers advanced dance training for teens focused on technique, artistry, independence, and growth.

Students train in:

• Ballet & Pointe
• Jazz & Lyrical
• Contemporary & Hip Hop
• Acro & Theater Arts

Dance Team (Competitive)

Competitive Dance Team in Connecticut

The BSDC Dance Team is for dedicated dancers looking for advanced training, performance opportunities, and competitive experiences.

This program emphasizes:

• Technique and performance quality
• Teamwork and discipline
• Confidence and leadership
• Competitive growth and artistry

Workshops & Specialty Programs

Dance, Fitness & Enrichment Classes

Our workshops include dance, fitness, yoga, conditioning, ninja training, toddler movement, and parent-child classes.

Programs include:

• Yoga & fitness classes
• Athletic conditioning
• Ninja Warriors
• Mommy & Me movement
• Creative enrichment workshops

Why Families Choose Back Stage Dance Center

Families across the Connecticut Shoreline choose BSDC because we provide:

• Experienced, supportive instructors
• Age-appropriate dance training
• Strong technical foundations
• Confidence-building environment
• Performance opportunities
• Competitive and recreational pathways
• A welcoming dance community since 1998

We believe dance education should develop both strong dancers and strong individuals.

Start Your Dance Journey Today

Whether your child is 2 or 18, beginner or advanced, BSDC has a program designed to meet them where they are and help them grow.