Ashlee’s Creative Arts Academy offers both recreational and competitive dance programs for boys and girls, ages 18 months to 18 years. Our program has been designed to maximize each student’s potential as a dancer and as a person by instilling in them confidence, self-respect, discipline and passion. Our goal at ACAA is to ensure all students are well rounded, successful, skilled, and show growth at each and practice and performance.
For more information about our team or to schedule a private audition, please email us at [email protected].
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2025 SUMMER CLASSES
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
PRE-K & TK // AGES 2-4.5
ELEMENTARY // AGES 4.5-9
COMPETITIVE // AGES 4-18
TUMBLING // AGE 2+
PRE-K & TK // AGES 2-4.5
PRE-K & TK COMBINATION
BALLET, TAP, & INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
BALLET, TAP, & INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
In our PK / TK combination class, dancers ages 2-4.5 will gain experience and knowledge in the areas of ballet, tap, and beginner tumbling. This unique variety of classes is offered on T/TH from 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM for two weeks.
COST | $50.00 / 4 Sessions
Dancers may combine this class with Tumble Tots for a full summer curriculum.
COST | $50.00 / 4 Sessions
Dancers may combine this class with Tumble Tots for a full summer curriculum.
TUMBLE TOTS
INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 18, 20, 25, 27
SESSION 2: AUGUST 6, 8, 13, 15
INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 18, 20, 25, 27
SESSION 2: AUGUST 6, 8, 13, 15
Toddlers ages 2 - 4 will meet on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:15 - 5:45 pm for two weeks where they will join us for an activity station-based class that will keep them moving from beginning to end. Each station will help your tumble tot develop hand-eye-foot coordination, balance, strength, and confidence.
COST | $35.00 / 4 Week Session
*Combine with Pre-K Combination for a full summer curriculum.
COST | $35.00 / 4 Week Session
*Combine with Pre-K Combination for a full summer curriculum.
ELEMENTARY // AGES 4.5-9
KINDERCOMBINATION CLASS
BALLET, TAP, & INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
BALLET, TAP, & INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
For students entering KDG - 2nd grade. Students learn introductory techniques in the areas of ballet, tap, and tumbling. Creativity, strength & proper execution are emphasized in these subjects. ACAA staff encourages self expression through upbeat and fun choreography.
COST | $50.00 / 4 Class Session
* Combine with Beginner Tumbling for a full summer curriculum
COST | $50.00 / 4 Class Session
* Combine with Beginner Tumbling for a full summer curriculum
BEGINNER TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
This class will meet on T/TH from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm for two weeks. Beginner tumbling students will focus on developing basic strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. Skills include rolls, bridges, & handstands.
CLASS COST | $35.00 / 4 Week Session
* Combine with Kindercombination for a full summer curriculum
CLASS COST | $35.00 / 4 Week Session
* Combine with Kindercombination for a full summer curriculum
COMPETITIVE // AGES 4-18
2025 TEAM AUDITION CLINICS & TRYOUTS
JUNE 12 & 13 @ ACAA
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4:00 - 5:00 PM// PETITE (4-8)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM // JUNIOR (9-12)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM // TEEN & SENIOR (13-18)
For dancers interested in being a part of our competition team for the 2025/26 season, tryouts are required!
Dancers will learn their tryout routines during clinics on June 12th. Dancers will then be called back in small groups for their auditions on June 13th. Dancers will be expected to demonstrate skills in ballet, jazz, contemporary (required) hip hop, tap, and acro (optional.) Results will be emailed to the address that is on file for your dancer.
Dancers should wear all black dance attire, and bring the appropriate dance shoes. Hair may be worn in a performance style bun, pony tail, or braid.
For scheduling conflicts, video submission, private tryouts, or for more information about our team, please email us at [email protected].
To learn more about our team or to schedule an audition, contact us at [email protected].
JUNE 12 & 13 @ ACAA
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4:00 - 5:00 PM// PETITE (4-8)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM // JUNIOR (9-12)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM // TEEN & SENIOR (13-18)
For dancers interested in being a part of our competition team for the 2025/26 season, tryouts are required!
Dancers will learn their tryout routines during clinics on June 12th. Dancers will then be called back in small groups for their auditions on June 13th. Dancers will be expected to demonstrate skills in ballet, jazz, contemporary (required) hip hop, tap, and acro (optional.) Results will be emailed to the address that is on file for your dancer.
Dancers should wear all black dance attire, and bring the appropriate dance shoes. Hair may be worn in a performance style bun, pony tail, or braid.
For scheduling conflicts, video submission, private tryouts, or for more information about our team, please email us at [email protected].
To learn more about our team or to schedule an audition, contact us at [email protected].
TUMBLING // AGE 2+
TUMBLE TOTS
INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
INTRO TO TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
Toddlers ages 2 - 4 will meet at various times during the months of June and/or August where they will join us for an activity station-based class that will keep them moving from beginning to end. Each station will help your tumble tot develop hand-eye-foot coordination, balance, strength, and confidence. COST | $35.00 / 4 Class Session
*Combine with Pre-K Combination for a full summer curriculum.
*Combine with Pre-K Combination for a full summer curriculum.
BEGINNER TUMBLING
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
SESSION 1: JUNE 17, 19, 24, 26
SESSION 2: AUGUST 5, 7, 12, 14
Students will focus on developing basic strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. Skills include rolls, cartwheels, back bends, head stands, hand stands, and kick overs. CLASS COST | $35.00 / 4 Week Session
* Combine with Elementary Combination for a full summer curriculum
* Combine with Elementary Combination for a full summer curriculum
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2025-26 FALL CLASSES
SEASON BEGINS SEPTEMBER 8TH
PRESCHOOL // AGES 2-5
ELEMENTARY // AGES 5-11
COMPETITIVE // AGES 4-18
TUMBLING & ACRO
PRESCHOOL // AGES 2-5
PRESCHOOL COMBINATION CLASS
45 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET, TAP, & INTRO TO TUMBLING
45 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET, TAP, & INTRO TO TUMBLING
At ACAA, it is important to us that our students learn basic technique, have a sense of rhythm, as well as build coordination and strength at a young age. In our pre-k combination class, dancers ages 2-4 will gain experience and knowledge in the areas of ballet, tap, and beginner tumbling. This unique variety of classes is offered in one 45 minute session per week. COST | $50.00 / MONTH
* Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual winter recital.
* Dancers will perform a ballet & tap routine at our annual spring recital.
* Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual winter recital.
* Dancers will perform a ballet & tap routine at our annual spring recital.
TRANSITIONAL KDG COMBINATION CLASS
45 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET & TAP
45 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET & TAP
At ACAA, it is important to us that our students learn basic technique, have a sense of rhythm, as well as build coordination and strength at a young age. In our transitional KDG combination class, dancers ages 4-5 will gain experience and knowledge in the areas of ballet & tap. Tumbling should be taken separately for a full curriculum. This unique variety of classes is offered in one 45 minute session per week. COST | $50.00 / MONTH
* Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual winter recital.
* Dancers will perform a ballet & tap routine at our annual spring recital.
* Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual winter recital.
* Dancers will perform a ballet & tap routine at our annual spring recital.
BABY BALLET
30 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET & PLAY
30 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET & PLAY
Toddlers ages 2-3 are free to demonstrate their independence from Mom & Dad as they begin to learn basic physical and social skills in this play-based dance class. Our friendly staff will engage dancers through song, activities and games. COST | $35.00 / MONTH
*Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual spring recital.
*Dancers may opt out of performances.
*Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual spring recital.
*Dancers may opt out of performances.
TUMBLE TOTS
30 MINUTES/WEEK
TUMBLING
30 MINUTES/WEEK
TUMBLING
Toddlers ages 2 - 4 will join us for an activity station-based class that will keep them moving from beginning to end. Each station will help your tumble tot develop hand-eye-foot coordination, balance, strength, and confidence.
COST | $35.00 / MONTH
*Students will perform a tumbling routine at our annual spring recital.
*Students may opt out of performances.
COST | $35.00 / MONTH
*Students will perform a tumbling routine at our annual spring recital.
*Students may opt out of performances.
ELEMENTARY // AGES 5-11
ELEMENTARY COMBINATION CLASS
60 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET, TAP, & JAZZ
60 MINUTES/WEEK
BALLET, TAP, & JAZZ
At ACAA, we believe dancers should be introduced to a comprehensive dance curriculum at a young age, that is why the main class we offer to our students is the core-combination class. For sixty minutes each week, students will learn technique in the areas of ballet, tap, and jazz. Creativity, strength & proper execution are emphasized in these subjects. ACAA staff encourages self expression through upbeat and fun choreography. COST | $65.00 / MONTH
* Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual winter recital
* Dancers will perform a ballet, tap, and jazz routine at our annual spring recital
* Dancers will perform a ballet routine at our annual winter recital
* Dancers will perform a ballet, tap, and jazz routine at our annual spring recital
CHEER/POM
30 MINUTES/WEEK
30 MINUTES/WEEK
For thirty minutes each week dancers will learn proper pom techniques, cheer jumps, and group stunts. Dancers will practice formation changes, and various arm positions to create group visuals. COST | $35.00/MONTH
* Students will perform a pom routine in our winter and spring recitals
* Students will perform a pom routine in our winter and spring recitals
BEGINNER HIP HOP
30 MINUTES/WEEK
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Let your dancer express themselves in this high energy freestyle form class. We will focus on body isolations, performance, and tricks. COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Students will perform a hip hop routine in our winter and spring recitals
* Students will perform a hip hop routine in our winter and spring recitals
CLASSICAL BALLET / PRE-POINTE
30 MINUTES/WEEK
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Dancers looking to strengthen their technical base should consider taking an extra classical ballet class alongside their combination class each week. This is highly recommended for dancers that would like to continue with ballet in the future and eventually transition to pointe. We will focus on classical ballet techniques and practice pre-pointe exercises. COST | $35.00/MONTH
* Technique based class - no performances
* Technique based class - no performances
JUNIOR LEAPS & TURNS
30 MINUTES/WEEK
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Dancers looking to enhance their skill base should consider taking leaps & turns alongside their core combo class. Dancers will take time to hone in on the technical details of leaps and turns as well as practice exercises to increase the strength needed to execute these skills. COST | $35.00/MONTH
* Technique based class - no performances
* Technique based class - no performances
PETITE / JUNIOR STRENGTH & STRETCH
30 MINUTES/WEEK
30 MINUTES/WEEK
This is a weekly guided dynamic stretching class that will provide dancers with the knowledge to safely and appropriately execute positions that will not only help them become more flexible, but stronger. Strength and Stretch is essential for dancers of any age. COST | $35.00/MONTH
* Technique based class - no performances
* Technique based class - no performances
COMPETITIVE // AGES 4-18
2025 TEAM AUDITION CLINICS & TRYOUTS
JUNE 12 & 13 @ ACAA
_______________________________
4:00 - 5:00 PM// PETITE (4-8)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM // JUNIOR (9-12)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM // TEEN & SENIOR (13-18)
For dancers interested in being a part of our competition team for the 2025/26 season, tryouts are required!
Dancers will learn their tryout routines during clinics on June 12th. Dancers will then be called back in small groups for their auditions on June 13th. Dancers will be expected to demonstrate skills in ballet, jazz, contemporary (required) hip hop, tap, and acro (optional.) Results will be emailed to the address that is on file for your dancer.
Dancers should wear all black dance attire, and bring the appropriate dance shoes. Hair may be worn in a performance style bun, pony tail, or braid.
For scheduling conflicts, video submission, private tryouts, or for more information about our team, please email us at [email protected].
To learn more about our team or to schedule an audition, contact us at [email protected].
JUNE 12 & 13 @ ACAA
_______________________________
4:00 - 5:00 PM// PETITE (4-8)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM // JUNIOR (9-12)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM // TEEN & SENIOR (13-18)
For dancers interested in being a part of our competition team for the 2025/26 season, tryouts are required!
Dancers will learn their tryout routines during clinics on June 12th. Dancers will then be called back in small groups for their auditions on June 13th. Dancers will be expected to demonstrate skills in ballet, jazz, contemporary (required) hip hop, tap, and acro (optional.) Results will be emailed to the address that is on file for your dancer.
Dancers should wear all black dance attire, and bring the appropriate dance shoes. Hair may be worn in a performance style bun, pony tail, or braid.
For scheduling conflicts, video submission, private tryouts, or for more information about our team, please email us at [email protected].
To learn more about our team or to schedule an audition, contact us at [email protected].
TUMBLING & ACRO
TUMBLE TOTS
30 MINUTES/WEEK
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Toddlers ages 2 - 4 are welcome to join us for an activity station based class that will keep your toddler moving from start to end. Each station will help your tumble tot develop hand-eye-foot coordination, balance, strength, and confidence. COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
BEGINNER TUMBLING
30 MINUTES/WEEK
In beginner tumbling students will focus on developing basic strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. Skills include rolls, cartwheels, back bends, head stands, hand stands, and kick overs.
COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
30 MINUTES/WEEK
In beginner tumbling students will focus on developing basic strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. Skills include rolls, cartwheels, back bends, head stands, hand stands, and kick overs.
COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
INTERMEDIATE TUMBLING
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Students will continue to develop strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. We work to master walkovers, round-offs, aerials, and handsprings in intermediate tumbling. COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Students will continue to develop strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. We work to master walkovers, round-offs, aerials, and handsprings in intermediate tumbling. COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
POWER TUMBLING + ACRO
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Students will work to master advanced tumbling skills such as aerials, handsprings, tucks, and more! We will also focus on furthering our core strength and control as well as our flexibility in back and leg extensions.
COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
30 MINUTES/WEEK
Students will work to master advanced tumbling skills such as aerials, handsprings, tucks, and more! We will also focus on furthering our core strength and control as well as our flexibility in back and leg extensions.
COST | $35.00 / MONTH
* Tumblers will perform a tumbling routine in the spring recital
* Tumblers may opt out of performances
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ADDRESS: 101 S. 2nd St. // Polk City, IA 50226
MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 74 // Polk City, IA 50226
CONTACT: [email protected]
MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 74 // Polk City, IA 50226
CONTACT: [email protected]