2026-2027 School Year

Name
Days
Location
Homeschool Ballet 1 & 2
Monday
2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Contemporary 3 & 4
This contemporary dance class explores the expressive and athletic qualities of movement through a fusion of modern, ballet, and improvisational techniques. Dancers will build strength, flexibility, and fluidity while learning to express choreography. Each class includes a warm-up, floor work, center combinations, and across-the-floor progressions. Emphasis is placed on musicality, storytelling, and expression while encouraging creativity, experimentation, and growth as we use dance to honor and worship God! Director approval is required to register for this class.
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Preschool Ballet Monday
Students of the Preschool Ballet class will begin learning the foundational technique of ballet training, including the basic positions of the feet and arms, beginning ballet steps, stretching, and more--all while playing fun and exciting dance games using props and our imaginations, and learning how we can use our gifts to glorify God!
Monday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio B
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Tumbling 1
Get ready to jump, roll, and tumble in this fun-filled class designed for kids ages 5 and up! In a supportive and upbeat environment, students will learn beginner tumbling skills like forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, backbends, and more—all while building strength, coordination, and self-confidence. Each class combines structured drills with fun games and creative movement to keep kids engaged and motivated. Whether your child is brand new to tumbling or looking to sharpen their skills, this class is the perfect mix of learning and fun! Tumbling is a non-performing class and therefore does not participate in the yearly spring recital. However, special parent observation days are planned for both the fall and spring semesters so parents can enjoy seeing the progress and skills their children have learned!
Monday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio C
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Ballet 1
This ballet class is intended for ages 5-7 and will focus on the foundational principles of ballet technique with fun dance games mixed in to add to the fun and excitement!
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio B
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Preschool Tumbling Monday
This fun-filled tumbling class is designed just for our youngest movers! Through games, obstacle courses, and basic gymnastics skills, children will develop coordination, balance, strength, and confidence in a safe and encouraging environment. Our little tumblers will learn foundational movements like rolls, jumps, bear crawls, stretches, and more—all while building listening skills and body awareness. With a focus on play-based learning, this class will help children grow physically and socially while having a blast! Tumbling is a non-performing class and therefore does not participate in the yearly spring recital. However, special parent observation days are planned for both the fall and spring semesters so parents can enjoy seeing the progress and skills their children have learned!
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio C
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Pre-Pointe & Pointe Technique
Our Pre-pointe and Pointe Technique class is for our students who have already mastered the basics of ballet and are moving forward with more advanced technique. Students must be approved to attend this class by the director and a co-requisite ballet class is required. PrePointe/Pointe students are required to attend ballet multiple days per week as proper ballet technique relies on consistent strength development, conditioning, and muscle memory that cannot be sufficiently achieved through a single weekly class. Additional training allows students to retain corrections, progress more effectively, prevent injuries, and build the technical foundation necessary for continued advancement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Pre-Pointe does not guarantee an admission to pointe. Admission to pointe is based solely upon demonstration of proper preparation. Pre-pointe is focused on training the proper muscles for pointe. One of the most important factors for admission to pointe is development of foot/ankle strength. Dancers grow and mature at different rates and have different foot and bone structures. Pre-pointe provides professional and specific exercises to maximize likelihood of admission to pointe. Pointe is the most challenging of all of the dance forms offered at Sanctuary Dance Academy. Dancers must be evaluated for pointe before approval.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Jazz 1
This upbeat and stylized class focuses on the foundations of jazz technique — sharp movements, dynamic footwork, turns, jumps, and expressive performance quality. While rooted in traditional and contemporary jazz styles, dancers will also explore moments of fluidity and emotion inspired by lyrical dance to enhance musicality and storytelling. Set to a mix of Christian pop and contemporary music, this class is perfect for dancers who want to develop strong technique while adding depth and style to their movement. It’s the perfect class for kids who want to move with both power and style!
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio B
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Tumbling 2
Take your tumbling to the next level in this exciting class designed for students who are ready for more advanced challenges! In a positive and encouraging environment, students will build on foundational skills while progressing to stronger handstands, round-offs, walkovers, limbers, back handspring drills, and more. This class focuses on improving strength, flexibility, coordination, technique, and confidence through structured instruction, conditioning, and fun skill-building activities. Perfect for students with previous tumbling experience who are ready to grow and advance in their abilities! Tumbling is a non-performing class and therefore does not participate in the yearly spring recital. However, special parent observation days are planned for both the fall and spring semesters so parents can enjoy seeing the progress and skills their children have learned! Director approval is required for registration in Tumbling 2.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Senior Dance Company (Enrollment by Invitation Only)
Sanctuary Dance Academy's Dance Company is a wonderful opportunity to use dance to reach others with the love of God! As a company, students will be instructed in dance choreography from the beginning of the semester, with an extra emphasis on stage presence and presentation. Each class will also include a short devotional. While this class focuses primarily on choreography, strength, flexibility, and strong dance technique will also be practiced and emphasized in class and students will see their abilities as a dancer strengthen and grow as they participate!

REQUIREMENTS:
1) Students must be invited to audition for the performance team.
2) Students MUST take at least one ballet class AND an additional style of dance (jazz, worship, or contemporary) in addition to the company class.
3) Students must be committed to class. Two or more absences in a semester may mean they have a smaller part in the choreography or may be taken out of a dance altogether, if their attendance is too low.
4) Students must commit to taking part in performances. At least one performance per semester will be scheduled, with additional performances possible as well. Performances scheduled at least one month in advance will be considered required attendance. Local performances* may consist of community events, performances in assisted living homes, church events, etc.! (*Performances are considered local if they are within a one-hour drive from the studio location.)
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Jazz 2
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Worship & International 2
In this exciting and fun-filled dance class, students will be instructed in folk dances from around the world with a primary focus on Israeli folk dancing, which is a combination of many national folk dance styles. Additionally, we will use similar steps and footwork--along with some added props and a unique, artistic style--to learn choreography to modern Christian Worship Music. Students of this class will learn multiple dances each semester, and will perform 2-4 dances in the spring recital. Come join us for a wonderful time together as we learn how to use the gift of dance to honor and worship our Savior!
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Ballet 2
In our Ballet 2 level, students will begin mastering the basics of ballet and moving forward with more advanced technique as they learn to celebrate the beauty and joy of dance together!
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Contemporary 2
This contemporary dance class explores the expressive and athletic qualities of movement through a fusion of modern, ballet, and improvisational techniques. Dancers will build strength, flexibility, and fluidity while learning to express choreography. Each class includes a warm-up, floor work, center combinations, and across-the-floor progressions. Emphasis is placed on musicality, storytelling, and expression while encouraging creativity, experimentation, and growth as we use dance to honor and worship God!
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Hip Hop 2 & 3 (8-Week MiniMester Aug. 11 - Sep. 29)
Bring the energy and attitude to Hip Hop 2 & 3, designed for dancers ages 7! This upbeat class focuses on rhythm, coordination, musicality, strength, and performance quality while learning fun combinations and age-appropriate hip hop technique. Dancers will grow in confidence, style, and stage presence in a positive and high-energy environment.
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Worship & International 4 & 5
In this exciting and fun-filled dance class, students will be instructed in folk dances from around the world with a primary focus on Israeli folk dancing, which is a combination of many national folk dance styles. Additionally, we will use similar steps and footwork--along with some added props and a unique, artistic style--to learn choreography to modern Christian Worship Music. Students of this class will learn multiple dances each semester, and will perform 2-3 dances in the spring recital. Come join us for a wonderful time together as we learn how to use the gift of dance to honor and worship our Savior! Director approval is required to register for this class.
Wednesday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Ballet 4 & 5
The Ballet 4 & 5 class is for dancers with prior experience who have mastered the fundamentals of ballet at an intermediate level and are ready to move on to more advanced technique. Students in this class must be director-approved prior to enrollment.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Preschool Tumbling Thursday
This fun-filled tumbling class is designed just for our youngest movers! Through games, obstacle courses, and basic gymnastics skills, children will develop coordination, balance, strength, and confidence in a safe and encouraging environment. Our little tumblers will learn foundational movements like rolls, jumps, bear crawls, stretches, and more—all while building listening skills and body awareness. With a focus on play-based learning, this class will help children grow physically and socially while having a blast! Tumbling is a non-performing class and therefore does not participate in the yearly spring recital. However, special parent observation days are planned for both the fall and spring semesters so parents can enjoy seeing the progress and skills their children have learned!
Thursday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio C
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Mommy & Me 8 Week MiniMester! (Aug. 13 - Oct. 1)
Join us for the sweetest thirty minutes of your week! Our "Mommy and Me" dance class is for 2 year olds and their mommy (or daddy!) to come and learn the basics of rhythm and movement in a structured class environment! Students will learn using props and imaginative play with exciting dance games! This is an 8 week "mini" semester. Another 8 week semester will be offered immediately following the current one. We hope you will join us!
Thursday
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Preschool Ballet Thursday
Students of the Preschool Ballet class will begin learning the foundational technique of ballet training, including the basic positions of the feet and arms, beginning ballet steps, stretching, and more--all while playing fun and exciting dance games using props and our imaginations, and learning how we can use our gifts to glorify God!
Thursday
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Karate 1
Seidokan Karate is an exciting beginner martial arts class for ages 6–8, rooted in a style founded by Master Toma in 1984. Blending techniques and principles from several respected traditions—including Shorin-Ryu, Motobu-Ryu, and Goju-Ryu—Seidokan offers a fun and well-rounded introduction to karate while building strength, discipline, confidence, and coordination. Students will learn foundational skills in a positive, structured environment while becoming part of a worldwide martial arts legacy taught from Okinawa and Japan to the United States and beyond.
Thursday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Worship & International 3
In this exciting and fun-filled dance class, students will be instructed in folk dances from around the world with a primary focus on Israeli folk dancing, which is a combination of many national folk dance styles. Additionally, we will use similar steps and footwork--along with some added props and a unique, artistic style--to learn choreography to modern Christian Worship Music. Students of this class will learn multiple dances each semester, and will perform 2-4 dances in the spring recital. Come join us for a wonderful time together as we learn how to use the gift of dance to honor and worship our Savior!
Thursday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Ballet 3
In our Ballet 3 class students will be trained in proper ballet technique and placement, with an emphasis on strength, flexibility, and fun yet challenging steps that will advance them in their abilities!
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Karate 2
Seidokan Karate is an exciting martial arts class for ages 9 and up, rooted in a style founded by Master Toma in 1984. Blending techniques and principles from several respected traditions—including Shorin-Ryu, Motobu-Ryu, and Goju-Ryu—Seidokan offers a well-rounded approach to training that builds strength, discipline, confidence, focus, and practical self-defense skills. Students will develop solid karate fundamentals in a structured and encouraging environment while becoming part of a worldwide martial arts legacy taught from Okinawa and Japan to the United States and beyond. This class is appropriate for beginner students.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Jazz 3 & 4
This upbeat and stylized class focuses on the foundations of jazz technique — sharp movements, dynamic footwork, turns, jumps, and expressive performance quality. While rooted in traditional and contemporary jazz styles, dancers will also explore moments of fluidity and emotion inspired by lyrical dance to enhance musicality and storytelling. Set to a mix of Christian pop and contemporary music, this class is perfect for dancers who want to develop strong technique while adding depth and style to their movement. It’s the perfect class for kids who want to move with both power and style! This class is designed for students who have previous dance experience. Please contact us with any questions about dance placement!
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Adult Worship & International Dance (8 Week Session Aug. 13 - Oct. 1)
Adult Worship & International Dance is a welcoming class for adults who desire to worship through movement in a meaningful and creative way! This class blends worship dance with international styles and incorporates the use of banners to create beautiful expressions of praise. Students will build coordination, strength, and confidence in a fun and welcoming community! Whether you are brand new to dance or have prior experience, this class offers an exciting space to grow, move, and worship together. We hope you'll join us!
Thursday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.
Junior Dance Company (Enrollment by Invitation Only)
Sanctuary Dance Academy's Junior Dance Company is a wonderful opportunity to use dance to reach others with the love of God! As a company, students will be instructed in dance choreography from the beginning of the semester, with an extra emphasis on stage presence and presentation. Each class will also include a short devotional. While this class focuses primarily on choreography, strength, flexibility, and strong dance technique will also be practiced and emphasized in class and students will see their abilities as a dancer strengthen and grow as they participate!

REQUIREMENTS:
1) Students must be at least 8 years old to participate (younger students by director approval only)
2) Students MUST take at least one ballet class in addition to the company class (taking multiple dance styles like worship, jazz, and contemporary is highly encouraged but not required for Junior Company)
3) Students must be committed to class. Three or more absences in a semester may mean they have a smaller part in the choreography or may be taken out of a dance altogether if their attendance is too low.
4) Students must commit to taking part in performances. At least one performance per semester will be scheduled, with additional performances possible as well. Performances scheduled at least one month in advance will be considered required attendance. Local performances* may consist of community events, performances in assisted living homes, church events, etc.! (*Performances are considered local if they are within a one-hour drive from the studio location.)
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio A
Sanctuary Dance Academy - Rockwood, Tn.