The Dance Movement

General information

About Us

The Dance Movement was formed out of sheer passion and appreciation for the
art of dance.  We strive to provide a nurturing environment for all
dancers, where they are able to freely and positively express themselves
through the use of movement and dance.  Our goal is to help create
fantastic, confident dancers who are able to fully realize their
potential.  We want to help foster not only well-rounded dancers, but
well-rounded people who embody poise, discipline, respect, and
determination. The Dance Movement strives to employ individuals who are not
just great dancers, but have a true passion and talent for teaching. When a
dancer enrolls at The Dance Movement they can be sure that they will
receive quality instruction, teachers who promote self-esteem and
confidence, and mentors inside and outside of the classroom.

Kelly Smith- Owner/Director           

Kelly Smith was born in Dearborn, Michigan and began her dance career at
the young age of 3.  She began dancing competitively for her hometown
studio at the age of 6 and never looked back.  When Kelly was 12 years old,
her studio owner asked her to help assist a few of the baby classes at the
studio, and it was there that Kelly realized her true passion. She loved
the thrill she got while helping students learn the art of dance. The
smiles on the kids faces and the fun they had in her classes were the
driving forces behind her decision to one day own her own dance studio. 
After teaching at a studio in Michigan for 7 years and obtaining a college
degree, Kelly decided it was time to branch out.  She moved to Colorado in
2010 and instantly fell in love with the state and the people in it. Kelly
knew this was where she wanted to open her dance studio.  After lots of
hard work and focus, The Dance Movement was formed.  Kelly hopes to provide
classes where all dancers will leave with a smile on their face and the joy
in their hearts that she felt as a child growing up in the dance world. 

Kelly currently resides in Arvada with her 1 year old daughter, Prairie,
and dog Luke.  

The Dance Movement was formed out of sheer passion and appreciation for the
art of dance.  We strive to provide a nurturing environment for all
dancers, where they are able to freely and positively express themselves
through the use of movement and dance.  Our goal is to help create
fantastic, confident dancers who are able to fully realize their
potential.  We want to help foster not only well-rounded dancers, but
well-rounded people who embody poise, discipline, respect, and
determination. The Dance Movement strives to employ individuals who are not
just great dancers, but have a true passion and talent for teaching. When a
dancer enrolls at The Dance Movement they can be sure that they will
receive quality instruction, teachers who promote self-esteem and
confidence, and mentors inside and outside of the classroom.

Kelly Smith- Owner/Director           

Kelly Smith was born in Dearborn, Michigan and began her dance career at
the young age of 3.  She began dancing competitively for her hometown
studio at the age of 6 and never looked back.  When Kelly was 12 years old,
her studio owner asked her to help assist a few of the baby classes at the
studio, and it was there that Kelly realized her true passion. She loved
the thrill she got while helping students learn the art of dance. The
smiles on the kids faces and the fun they had in her classes were the
driving forces behind her decision to one day own her own dance studio. 
After teaching at a studio in Michigan for 7 years and obtaining a college
degree, Kelly decided it was time to branch out.  She moved to Colorado in
2010 and instantly fell in love with the state and the people in it. Kelly
knew this was where she wanted to open her dance studio.  After lots of
hard work and focus, The Dance Movement was formed.  Kelly hopes to provide
classes where all dancers will leave with a smile on their face and the joy
in their hearts that she felt as a child growing up in the dance world. 

Kelly currently resides in Arvada with her 1 year old daughter, Prairie,
and dog Luke.