Discover the Joy of Dance with Us!
For over 30 years, our love for dance has driven us to create a welcoming, supportive environment where students of all ages can grow in technique, discipline, and confidence. Our professionally trained staff is dedicated to helping each dancer thrive—whether you're joining one of our nationally ranked competition teams or taking your first class.
From toddlers stepping into their first class to experienced dancers honing their technique, our skilled instructors work with students of all ages and levels. With a wide variety of dance styles, flexible scheduling, and a vibrant community, we make it easy to find your place.
Why families choose Backstage
Our thoughtfully designed studio provides a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for dancers and their families.
Studio Features
Three spacious dance studios, each with observation windows so families can comfortably watch classes.
Sprung, raised floors in every studio that act as shock absorbers, reducing impact on joints during jumps and movement to help improve safety and reduce the risk of injury.
Two conveniently located restrooms, including one connected to our Pre-K and Kindergarten–1st Grade studio.
A dedicated playroom where siblings can play while parents watch classes or wait comfortably.
A welcoming lobby with observation windows if parents want to watch classes
We Are Nationally Ranked!
We are proud to be nationally ranked while remaining affordable. Our program features two companies:
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Junior Company: for less experienced and younger dancers. Requires less time commitment.
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The Company: our most elite team for our most experienced and older teens. Requires more time commitment.
All groups train in Ballet, Lyrical, Jazz, and Hip Hop, with one weekly practice and additional rehearsals for soloists.
We offer diverse range of dance classes!
To inspire and engage dancers of all ages and skill levels. From creative movement classes for toddlers to energetic youth programs, adult beginner courses, and advanced training for seasoned dancers, there’s something for everyone.
Our experienced dance instructors provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students can grow in confidence, technique, and artistry. Styles include ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, contemporary, and more—ensuring a dynamic and well-rounded dance education for every age group.
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Ballet/Tap Combo
Designed to introduce young dancers to ballet and tap fundamentals, while building rhythm, coordination, and motor skills.
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Ballet
A structured class in classical ballet technique, focusing on posture, alignment, strength, flexibility, and grace. Students learn foundational movements, positions, and etiquette.
Tap
A rhythmic and percussive style of dance where dancers create sounds and patterns with their feet. It blends movement and music, turning the dancer into both a performer and a musician.
Adult Ballet, Tap, & Hip Hop
This class builds on fundamentals with faster, more complex steps, tailored for adult learners—both beginners and those returning after years away.
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Hip Hop
Teaches high-energy, rhythm-driven movement rooted in street dance styles. Students learn foundational techniques like popping, locking, breaking, and freestyle, while building coordination, musicality, and confidence.
Jazz
Focuses on a lively, energetic, and expressive style of dance that blends African and European dance traditions. Combining various movements into short combinations using of music and choreography.
Lyrical
A style of dance that combines elements of ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance, focusing on expressing emotion and storytelling through movement. Uses the lyrics to inspire the choreography and emotional intent.
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Contemporary
Highly expressive and versatile style of dance that blends elements from modern, ballet, jazz, and lyrical dance, often emphasizing freedom of movement, emotion, and individual expression.
Acrobatic
Combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements to build strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. All movements are taught with proper spotting and safety techniques.
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Pointe
Focus on building strength, balance, and artistry as dancers advance to performing in pointe shoes with proper technique and control.
Address
2140 E. Commercial Street
Meridian, ID 83642
Phone
(208) 887-4908
