Empowering Kids Through Dance – One Step at a Time!

Island Style Dance Studio’s Step By Step Dance Project brings the joy, discipline, and teamwork of ballroom dance directly into Utah’s elementary and junior high schools. Over three to six weeks, students receive expert-led dance instruction during their regular PE time—culminating in a performance or competition that builds confidence and celebrates their progress!

How It Works:

Step 1: We Come to Your School

Our professional ballroom dance instructors visit your school during PE time once or twice a week for 3-6 weeks. We work within your preferred schedule. No prior dance experience is required!

Step 2: Learn the Basics

Students learn fun, age-appropriate ballroom styles such as cha cha, swing, and waltz. Classes are engaging, active, and adapted for all skill levels.

Step 3: Celebrate the Journey

Each semester ends with one of the following exciting Student Experience, chosen in collaboration with school administration:

  • Competition: Students can participate in a real ballroom competition, judged and celebrated just like Dancing with the Stars!
  • Concert: Students can perform in our spectacular Island Style concert alongside our studio’s performing teams!
  • School Assembly: Students can perform their routines for classmates and staff in a fun, high-energy school assembly!
  • Parent Showcase: Parents are invited to a special in-school showcase during the final week of the program!

Program Benefits For Schools:

Aligned with PE Standards for Movement & Fitness

Easy to Schedule Instructors During Existing PE Classes

Encourages Positive Peer Interaction & Respectful Partnering

Enhances School Spirit Through Student Experiences

Program Dates:

Semester Program Dates Optional Student Experience
Fall Semester 3-6 Weeks (September-October) Beehive Dancesport Classic (October 10-11, 2025)
Winter Semester 3-6 Weeks (April-May) Island Style Ballroom Concert (May 2026)

Meet your instructors

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Zarah Jones

Contemporary / Jazz

Lila Smith

Ballet / Contemporary

Jayden Lee

Hip Hop / Contemporary

Julie Moore

Contemporary / Jazz

Contact Us Today!

801-785-7208

office@stepbystepdp.com

Our Mission

Island Style Dance Studio’s Step By Step Dance Project brings high-quality ballroom dance education directly to elementary school campuses, nurturing creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Through movement, we foster essential life skills while supporting students’ physical and mental wellbeing. Our mission is to empower young people through dance—building not only technical skill, but also character, communication, and a sense of community that enriches their lives and those around them.