Competitive Opportunities UNLOCK YOUR FULL POTENTIAL WITH Union’s ELITE COMPETITIVE PROGRAMS
Push your training further with our advanced competitive programs in Dance Company and Acrobatic Gymnastics. Dancers gain high level technique, performance experience, and the confidence that comes from representing Villa West Performing Arts on local and national stages. Join a driven community that supports your growth and celebrates your achievements.
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WHY JOIN OUR COMPETITIVE TEAMS AT VILLA WEST PERFORMING ARTS
Dancers and acrobatic gymnasts receive focused, high level training that strengthens technique, artistry, flexibility, and performance quality. With guidance from expert coaches, students progress faster and build the strong technical foundation needed to excel in competitive settings.
Members of our Dance Company and Acrobatic Gymnastics teams participate in exciting events, regional competitions, and select national opportunities. These experiences give students meaningful stage time, boost confidence, and prepare them for future auditions, performances, and advanced programs.
Our competitive programs help students develop more than physical skill. Athletes build resilience, deepen teamwork skills, strengthen commitment, and learn how to set and achieve goals. Each dancer and acrobat grows socially and emotionally in a supportive, encouraging environment.
SHOWCASE YOUR SKILLS
Joining the competitive programs at Villa West Performing Arts is an exciting step for dancers and acrobatic gymnasts who are ready to grow, perform, and train at a higher level. Students must meet program specific requirements that ensure they are prepared for the commitment and focus needed in a competitive setting. Most athletes begin training in our teams around age seven with prior experience that demonstrates a strong foundation in technique, discipline, and performance readiness.
Placement is determined through an annual evaluation process. During this time, students are assessed on skill level, performance quality, body awareness, work ethic, and potential for continued growth. Once selected, team members commit to consistent training, rehearsals, and performances throughout the season. Athletes are expected to maintain a positive attitude, support their teammates, and take responsibility for their progress. These expectations help our teams build a strong community and represent Villa West Performing Arts with excellence at local and national events.
Our Dance Company offers an elevated training experience for dancers who love performing and competition. Students refine technique in styles such as jazz, contemporary, lyrical, ballet, and hip hop while learning choreography designed to challenge artistry and versatility. Company dancers participate in regional and national competitions along with select community performances, gaining valuable stage experience in a supportive team environment.
The Acrobatic Gymnastics program combines strength, balance, flexibility, and performance skills for athletes who enjoy dynamic movement. Students train in tumbling, partner work, balances, and dynamic skills that prepare them for competitive events and showcase opportunities. This program is ideal for athletes who want to build confidence, power, and coordination while learning safe progressions in a structured setting.
Why Families Choose Our Competitive Programs
Our competitive programs are designed with families in mind. Training schedules are structured to support progress without overwhelming your weekly routine, helping dancers and acrobatic gymnasts stay committed while maintaining balance with school and home life.
Athletes train with experienced instructors who prioritize proper technique, conditioning, and injury prevention. Our competitive teams learn in a positive and encouraging space that helps each student grow in confidence, strength, and performance ability.
Families love the sense of belonging that comes with our Dance Company and Acrobatic Gymnastics teams. Students build meaningful friendships, learn teamwork, and become part of a community that celebrates hard work, resilience, and every milestone achieved.
IMMEDIATE GROWTH AND CONFIDENCE BUILDING
Students in our competitive programs begin to see progress right away because the training is intentional, structured, and supportive. Dance Company members develop stronger technique, cleaner lines, and a deeper understanding of musicality, while Acrobatic Gymnastics athletes build power, balance, and controlled flexibility through safe skill progression. Each practice focuses on improving coordination, body awareness, and performance quality, giving students clear goals to work toward each week.
Athletes benefit from consistent feedback and guidance from instructors who understand how to help students grow at a healthy and motivating pace. This creates an environment where dancers and acrobats gain confidence not only from mastering skills but also from recognizing their own daily improvement.
Performing and competing provides meaningful reinforcement. Taking the stage helps athletes:
- Build self trust in high pressure moments
- Understand how to perform with expression and focus
- Learn to adapt quickly and overcome challenges
These experiences boost confidence in a way regular classes cannot replicate. Students also become part of a supportive team culture where their hard work is recognized and celebrated. This sense of belonging keeps them excited, driven, and ready for the next challenge.
LIFELONG BENEFITS FOR MOTIVATED ATHLETES
As athletes continue training in Dance Company or Acrobatic Gymnastics, the benefits extend far beyond improved skills. The structure of competitive programs helps students develop habits that shape future success. Regular practice teaches consistency, responsibility, and follow through. These qualities carry into school, personal goals, and any activity that requires focus and discipline.
Advanced training also helps students understand how to set goals and work toward them step by step. Whether a dancer is preparing for a competition routine or an acrobatic athlete is mastering a new skill, they learn how to stay patient, push through challenges, and celebrate progress along the way. These experiences build resilience, which is an essential part of growth.
Students also gain valuable social and leadership skills. Working within a competitive team helps athletes:
- Communicate clearly
- Collaborate and trust others
- Contribute to a shared performance goal
- Lead by example and support teammates
These abilities help students excel in future group settings, auditions, school projects, jobs, and more.
Beyond the training and competitive achievements, many athletes say the best part of the program is the relationships they build. The friendships formed during rehearsals, competitions, and trips create a strong sense of community that stays with them for years. These shared experiences help students grow into confident, capable individuals who understand the value of teamwork and commitment.
REVIEWS FROM OUR TEAM FAMILIES IN UNION
Hear from the families who have experienced the positive impact of our competitive programs. These reviews offer a real look at how Dance Company and Acrobatic Gymnastics training has helped students grow in confidence, skill, and teamwork. Parents share how the structured training, supportive environment, and meaningful performance opportunities have shaped their dancers and acrobatic athletes. Their stories highlight the encouragement, community, and steady progress that make Villa West Performing Arts a trusted place for athletes to learn and thrive.
We have been with Villa West for 5 years and counting. I initially chose the studio based on the credentials and experience of the instructors but have since learned this studio is so much more. The owner prides herself on making sure that Villa West teaches more than dancing. These kids are learning teamwork, character, and the value of hard work. All of the instructors make sure that the music, choreography, and costumes are age appropriate and that makes this studio stand out. This studio helps to reinforce values that are important to me. While we love to earn high scores and trophies, the instructors make sure that the dancers work to achieve their personal best and keep pushing to become better. This studio also allows dancers to participate in the level they are comfortable with from regular classes with a recital in the spring, to performance groups which go to a couple competitions, to dance company with accelerated classes and competitions. Miss Jenny continues to bring new talented instructors in and they have all become like family. She also continues to try new things and finds new ways to give kids opportunities to try new things out. We even love how involved she makes the parents feel. My girls love their Villa West family.
We have been at Villa West for 6 years, I can’t say enough great things about the studio! We took a year off to try different sports and my kiddos and I both knew that our hearts were missing the studio! The staff is always professional! They are great with all of the kiddos. The environment is welcoming and safe! But I also have to compliment the kids that attend there, especially the company and Acro gym team kids! They are one big family!! I love seeing them help each other grow, be so welcoming, and on breaks just play and be friends together!! I don’t know that VW will ever know how thankful we are for our dance family!!
This is our sixth year with Villa West and each season I am so so glad to be with this studio. Every teacher is so invested in their students’ growth both as athletes and individuals. They nurture a positive and uplifting environment and my girls have found a true home within VWPA.
The teachers at Villa West are truly the best! They are patient and kind. They give the kids the opportunity to be themselves and reach their potential with encouragement and understanding. We feel included by our coaches and have had a really great experience. A good learning experience for our family, and one that I am grateful to be a part of!✌️❤️
Wonderful, talented, and caring staff — a great school. They support their dancers as individuals, and also teach great teamwork. Very much a family, with open and welcoming arms to new dancers. Miss Jenny is amazing, but all the teachers are great. A variety of staff too, with different specializations and focuses. Well rounded curriculum makes this school available to everyone.
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FAQs
Students in our competitive programs train consistently to support healthy progress. Most teams meet twice each week for focused instruction, and additional practices are added as performances or competitions approach. This schedule helps dancers and acrobatic gymnasts build strength, confidence, and readiness while still maintaining balance with school and family life.
Training varies by program so athletes can grow in the areas that matter most. Dance Company students study styles such as jazz, lyrical, contemporary, ballet, and hip hop, while Acrobatic Gymnastics students work on tumbling, balances, flexibility, strength, and partner skills. This blend of artistic and athletic training gives every student a well rounded foundation.
Competitive programs include costs for training, costumes, competitions, and travel when applicable. Families receive a clear breakdown of fees before joining so they can plan confidently. We focus on transparency and help families understand how each investment supports skill development and performance opportunities.
Auditions and evaluations are a positive experience designed to help every student show their strengths. Athletes participate in technique exercises, choreography, and performance work so instructors can understand their skill level and potential. We look for enthusiasm, readiness to learn, and the ability to grow within a team.
Yes. Students who demonstrate strong technique, consistency, and performance quality may be invited to participate in solos, duets, trios, or specialty groups. These opportunities allow motivated athletes to challenge themselves and gain additional stage experience.
UNLOCK EXTRA OPPORTUNITIES BEYOND THE DANCE FLOOR AT VILLA WEST PERFORMING ARTS
Team members gain access to specialized training that extends beyond weekly rehearsals. Students participate in masterclasses and workshops led by visiting choreographers, acrobatic experts, and industry professionals. These sessions introduce new movement styles, fresh teaching approaches, and advanced techniques that challenge athletes in exciting ways. Exposure to different training methods helps students refine their performance quality and stay inspired throughout the season.
For students considering dance or acrobatics at the collegiate or professional level, we offer thoughtful mentorship and preparation. Athletes receive individualized support with portfolio building, audition material, and long term planning. Our instructors share insight into scholarship opportunities, summer intensives, and industry expectations so families can navigate the next steps with confidence. This guidance helps motivated athletes understand how to turn their passion into a meaningful path.
Competitive programs are designed to help students grow as leaders as well as performers. Athletes may take on roles such as team captain, assist younger groups, or contribute to creative decisions during rehearsals. These experiences strengthen communication, collaboration, and responsibility. Students learn how to support their teammates while building confidence in their own voice and abilities, which benefits them well beyond the studio.
Participation in advanced competitions and special events gives dancers and acrobatic gymnasts valuable exposure to respected choreographers, judges, scouts, and agents. These opportunities allow athletes to receive professional level feedback and gain insight into what it takes to excel in the performing arts. The experience of stepping into larger venues and competitive environments helps students build resilience, presence, and a clearer understanding of their potential within the field.
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