Step inside a Dance of Asian America studio on any given day, and you’ll find much more than dancers going through the motions. You’ll find a culture of focus, artistry, and quiet determination—where dancers of all ages are building not just technique, but discipline, confidence, and community.
DAA’s training isn’t limited to one style. Our students train in a rigorous curriculum that includes:
This cross-training builds agility, expression, and physical intelligence, preparing dancers to perform on both traditional and contemporary stages.
Every student is initially placed based on age, and then evaluated for level advancement based on skill. Classes are structured by Pre-Level, Levels 1–10, and Advanced, allowing dancers to progress at their own pace under professional guidance.
Students learn to master the fundamentals: posture, turnout, extension, and control. But they also develop musicality, storytelling, and performance quality, which set them apart on stage.
Training sessions typically begin with warm-ups and stretches, followed by technique combinations, repetition, and phrasework. In Chinese dance classes, dancers practice unique movements like fan flicks, skirt work, or intricate hand flourishes—each rooted in cultural meaning.
In ballet, emphasis is placed on clean lines, precise footwork, and center strength. Modern and jazz classes introduce grounded movement, floorwork, and expressive range. Acrobatics builds upper body strength, flexibility, and spatial awareness—skills that shine in our larger stage productions.
“Training at DAA is challenging but incredibly rewarding,” says one Level 8 dancer. “We push ourselves every day, but we also support each other like family.”
Students are taught by an exceptional faculty of experienced performers, many of whom trained in China, Korea, and the U.S. Additionally, DAA regularly hosts guest artists and masterclasses, giving students the chance to learn from world-renowned dancers and choreographers.
What truly sets DAA apart is our emphasis on mindset and values. Dancers are expected to show respect, responsibility, and teamwork. They’re taught how to take corrections, work through frustration, and commit to a shared artistic goal.
Through daily studio life, dancers learn that success is built not overnight, but through consistent practice, humility, and heart.
Whether you’re just beginning or preparing for company auditions, DAA offers a place to grow as both a dancer and a person. Classes are available for ages 3 to adult, and all backgrounds are welcome.
To learn more about our training programs or to visit the studio, reach out at www.danceaa.org or follow us on Instagram @danceaa.
