Momentum Dance in Kalamazoo: Inspiring a Lifelong Love of Dance

Momentum Dance Studios is proud to offer a wide variety of exceptional dance classes! We are located at Branch Gymnastics/KidsSports USA in Kalamazoo. We offer Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro and Gymnastics Combo classes each year. These classes are offered for students beginning at age 3. At Momentum, we strive to educate and inspire our students with a life-long love of dance as performance art. Our dancers learn how to dance while building self-esteem and having fun in our unique recreational environment. The year comes to an end with a dance recital to demonstrate what students have learned in their classes through the year.

The year-end dance recital takes place in June at a local high school auditorium complete with a theme, stage lights, sound, and a technical crew. Students participating in the recital practice at a dress rehearsal, picture day midway through the year, purchase costumes, and perform their dances on stage – giving them a true performance experience. 

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Momentum Dance Schedule 26-27

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DANCE/GYM COMBO CLASSES

Our Combo Classes: Dance + Gymnastics
Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, and Jazz are paired with gymnastics to create what we call a combo class—the perfect way to introduce kids to both dance and movement in a fun, creative setting!

Each class begins with a short warm-up and gentle stretching, followed by:

  • Learning the fundamentals of dance technique

  • Practicing balance, rhythm, and taking turns across the floor

  • Encouraging creativity through imaginative exercises

After dance, the children head next door to the Junior Gym, where they’ll explore gymnastics on beam, bars, trampoline, and finish with a super fun obstacle course!

The year-end dance recital takes place in June at a local high school auditorium complete with a theme, stage lights, sound, and a technical crew. Students participating in the recital practice at a dress rehearsal, picture day midway through the year, purchase costumes, and perform their dances on stage – giving them a true performance experience. 

ELEMENTARY THROUGH ADVANCED LEVELS

Ballet
Ballet is the foundation for many other styles of dance. Classes focus on proper technique and the use of correct terminology, while building strength, musicality, grace, and self-expression. Ballet training is strongly recommended for any dancer who wants to excel in any dance style.

Tap & Jazz
Tap and Jazz give dancers the chance to develop their own style and refine their technique.

  • Jazz: Strengthen leaps, turns, and tricks while working on body placement and performance quality.

  • Tap: Build rhythm and musicality by creating beats with your feet.
    Both classes include warm-ups with stretching and strengthening, across-the-floor combinations, and choreography practice.

Hip Hop
A fun, high-energy style that gets kids moving to the latest beats! Dancers warm up with stretching and then dive into exciting combinations featuring the newest choreography. Hip Hop is all about energy, enthusiasm, and freedom of expression.

Acro Dance
Acro blends classical dance technique with acrobatic elements for a truly unique style. Dancers combine ballet, jazz, floor gymnastics, and lyrical tricks while focusing on flexibility, strength, creativity, and grace.

The year-end dance recital takes place in June at a local high school auditorium complete with a theme, stage lights, sound, and a technical crew. Students participating in the recital practice at a dress rehearsal, picture day midway through the year, purchase costumes, and perform their dances on stage – giving them a true performance experience. 

SPOTLIGHT TEAM

The Momentum Spotlight Team is designed for dancers who are passionate about growing their technique, performance quality, artistry, and teamwork in a more focused and committed environment.

The 2026-2027 season will focus on developing strong, well-rounded dancers through technical training, choreography, performance experience, teamwork, and personal growth. Spotlight serves as the foundation for Momentum Dance Studios’ future Competition Team and is highly recommended for dancers interested in pursuing advanced performance opportunities.

Spotlight dancers train alongside recreational students in their required Ballet and Jazz technique classes while also attending a weekly Spotlight rehearsal dedicated exclusively to team members. Through these rehearsals, dancers will learn choreography, formations, synchronization, stage presence, performance quality, teamwork, and rehearsal etiquette.

Throughout the season, Spotlight dancers may participate in community performances and special events while gaining valuable experience in the rehearsal and performance process. The program is designed to help dancers build confidence, discipline, responsibility, and a strong work ethic both inside and outside the studio.

Program Requirements

Required Classes:
• Ballet (Junior/Teen Ballet)
• Jazz (Junior Jazz or Teen Jazz based on placement)
• Weekly Spotlight Rehearsal

Recommended Classes:
• Hip Hop
• Lyrical
• Acro

Participation in additional classes helps dancers become more versatile performers and supports continued technical growth.

Attendance Expectations

Consistent attendance is essential to both individual and team success. Dancers are expected to attend all required classes and rehearsals and maintain a minimum of 80% attendance throughout the season. Excessive absences may impact participation opportunities and team eligibility.

Family Commitment

The Spotlight Team requires a higher level of commitment than recreational classes. Dancers and families should be prepared to prioritize attendance, communication, teamwork, and consistent effort throughout the season as Momentum continues building toward the launch of its future Competition Team.

Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard, any style
• Tan tights or dance tights as directed
• Hair secured neatly away from the face
• Appropriate footwear based on class style:

  • Pink Ballet Shoes (Ballet)
  • Tan Jazz Shoes (Jazz)
  • Additional footwear as required for other enrolled classes

Boys:
• Black fitted t-shirt or dancewear top
• Black shorts or joggers
• Appropriate footwear based on class style:

  • Black Ballet Shoes (Ballet)
  • Black Jazz Boots (Jazz)

Spotlight Rehearsal Dress Code:
• Comfortable dancewear that allows full range of movement
• Hair secured away from the face
• Appropriate footwear based on rehearsal needs

Momentum Dance Provides Students With:

A safe, nurturing environment
Recreational & competitive atmospheres
Well-rounded dance program
Unique performance opportunities
Caring, professional instructors
Beautiful dance studios
Lifelong memories

Dancers interested in joining the Performance Group should contact our office at (269) 544-3000 to discuss placement.

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