Dance is for EveryBODY. Whether you’re returning to the studio or stepping onto the dance floor for the first time, our adult classes are designed to welcome and empower movers of all levels, shapes, and sizes.
Our 2025–2026 season offers three 8-week sessions of adult dance classes. Choose from Ballet, Tap, and Dance Cardio—each class is a chance to move, sweat, and connect with community in a supportive environment.
Adult Class Sessions
Session 1: Sept 2 – Nov 1 (no classes Oct 15–18)
Session 2: Jan 7 – Feb 28
Session 3: April 1 – May 22
Register by session. First class is FREE for new adult students!
UpDown Funk is a high-energy, joy-filled dance class created specifically for adults with special needs. This class meets monthly and performs in both our Winter and Spring productions.
Tuition: $70/month
Ongoing enrollment—join anytime!
UDF is listed here but operates separately from the session-based adult classes above.
Adult Tap
Tap
Focus on rhythm for the ear, basic technique steps for the feet, and range of motion for the whole body. You will be inspired to dance like Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire.
Thursday 6:45-7:45pm
8-week session: $140/session
UpDown Funk- for dancers with Special Needs
Dance
UpDown Funk is more than just a dance class—it’s a community where everyone belongs. UpDown Funk is an inclusive dance class for children and adults with special needs. Dancers participate to the best of their ability in a fun, welcoming environment that feels like a dance party. Each class includes follow-along movement, across-the-floor skills, and learning choreography for our winter and spring performances. UpDown Funk is a place to belong, move, and shine.
UpDown Funk Jr. (children) | Friday 5:30-6:00p
UpDown Funk (adult) | Friday 6:30-7:30p
UpDown Funk (adult) Technique | Friday 6:00-6:30p
Tuition: $70/month
Adult Ballet
Grace, Strength and Elegance for EveryBODY
Discover the beauty and discipline of ballet with our Adult Ballet class. This class is perfect for those looking to improve their flexibility, strength, and posture while enjoying the artistry of dance. Our sessions cater to all skill levels, whether you’re a beginner or revisiting your ballet passion. Dance your way to fitness and elegance with every step!
Thursday 6:45-7:45pm
8-week session: $140/session
EveryBODY Fit- Dance Fitness
Move, Groove and Feel Great!
Join us for an invigorating dance fitness class for every body. EveryBODY Fit combines Dance, Tai Chi, Pilates, and Yoga for a holistic workout. No dance experience necessary. Boost your heart rate, endorphins, balance, focus, and mood. Workouts should be fun, so get ready to sweat with a smile!
Saturdays 9:00-10:00am
8-week session: $140/session
Our Recreational Dance programs include classes that meet once a week, for students to focus on a particular dance form, including Hip Hop, Tap, and Ballet for Beginners through Advanced experience. Our recreational classes for ages 3-4, 5-6, 7+, 11+, and Adult classes develop the techniques of Tap, Jazz, Ballet, and Lyrical.
Our First Moves program, starting at age 3, is a perfect class for your child to build gross motor skills, musicality, kinesthetic confidence, and a foundation in dance technique. They establish a lifelong love of dance, exploring their world through creative movement activities.
Ages 3-5
| Class | Style | Days | Times | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Monday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Thursday | 4:30pm – 5:20pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Saturday | 9:00am – 9:50am | Register |
| Performing Arts Preschool, Ages 3-5 | Ballet, Tap, & Music | Friday | 9:30am -11:30am | Register |
First Moves, Ages 3-4
Ballet & Tap
In this class, students build gross motor skills, musicality, kinesthetic confidence and a foundation in dance technique. Students wiggle and giggle as they establish a lifelong love of dance, exploring their world through creative movement activities. Students wear ballet and tap shoes.
Monday 9:00am – 9:50am
Thursday 4:30pm – 5:20pm
Saturday 9:00pm – 9:50am
Tuition: $60/month
Performing Arts Preschool, Ages 3-5
Ballet, Tap, & Music
Performing Arts Preschool is an education-based early childhood learning program focused on music, movement, language and literacy. The program features dance & music to promote musical learning, rhythm and dance; storytime to enhance attention span, visual & auditory skills, word recognition and social skills; Yoga & mindfulness to enhance focus and promote calmness.
Friday 9:30am – 11:30am
Tuition: $120/month
Ages 5-10
| Class | Style | Days | Times | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Monday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Thursday | 4:30pm – 5:20pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Saturday | 9:00am – 9:50am | Register |
| Performing Arts Preschool, Ages 3-5 | Ballet, Tap, & Music | Friday | 9:30am -11:30am | Register |
Recreational Dance, Ages 5-6
Ballet, Tap, & Jazz
This class focuses on basic Ballet, Jazz, and Tap technique with an emphasis on rhythm and music. It is a wonderful class that encourages creativity with structured progression. It is an introduction to our Performing Division or Recreational classes. Class uniform required.
Tuesday 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
Beginning Ballet, Ages 6-9
Ballet
Work on the basics of Ballet technique and improve your posture, technique, and grace in this once-a-week ballet class. Girls wear leotards, boys wear black pants and a fitted white t-shirt (no logos).
Monday 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
Recreational Dance, Ages 7-10
Ballet, Tap, Jazz, & Lyrical
Share your love of movement and joyful dancing in this class that meets once a week. For the student who knows they love to move, shake, shine and have a good time. A stress-free environment makes the class a welcoming place where you get to make new friends and lasting memories for years to come. Teachers emphasize the styles of Tap, Technique, Jazz, and Lyrical. Class uniform required.
Thursday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Saturday 10:00am – 11: 00am
Tuition: $60/month
Hip Hop I, Ages 5-8
Hip Hop II, Ages 9+
Hip Hop
Come groove with us in this high-energy, fun dance class. Join your friends and feel like you are at a dance party. Learn cool moves and add your own personal flair and style to your movement! Students need dance sneakers.
Hip Hop I
Tuesday 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Hip Hop II
Tuesday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
Ages 10+
| Class | Style | Days | Times | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Monday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Thursday | 4:30pm – 5:20pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Saturday | 9:00am – 9:50am | Register |
| Performing Arts Preschool, Ages 3-5 | Ballet, Tap, & Music | Friday | 9:30am -11:30am | Register |
Recreational Dance, Ages 11+
Tap, Jazz, Contemporary
Share your love of movement and joyful dancing in this class that meets once a week. For the student who knows they love to move, shake, shine and have a good time. A stress-free environment makes the class a welcoming place where you get to make new friends and lasting memories for years to come. Teachers emphasize the styles of Tap, Technique, Jazz, and Contemporary.
Monday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet, Ages 10+
Ballet
Ballet class for the experienced student to improve their technique. Open to all students. Level II, III & IV are highly encouraged to attend and required for students in Pointe.
Thursday 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
Hip Hop II, Ages 9+
Hip Hop
Come groove with us in this high-energy, fun dance class. Join your friends and feel like you are at a dance party. Learn cool moves and add your own personal flair and style to your movement! Students need dance sneakers.
Tuesday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
Adult
| Class | Style | Days | Times | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Monday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Thursday | 4:30pm – 5:20pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Saturday | 9:00am – 9:50am | Register |
| Performing Arts Preschool, Ages 3-5 | Ballet, Tap, & Music | Friday | 9:30am -11:30am | Register |
Adult Tap, All Ages 16+
Tap
Focus on rhythm for the ear, basic technique steps for the feet, and range of motion for the whole body. You will be inspired to dance like Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire.
Wednesday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
EveryBODY Fit, All Ages 16+
Dance Fitness
A class designed for bodies to move, groove and feel good! Movements and exercises are adapted from the genres of Dance, Tai Chi, Pilates and Yoga. Students will stimulate their heart rate, get endorphins moving and improve balance, mental focus and mood. Students can be barefoot or wear clean fitness shoes in the studio. Bring water and a yoga mat.
Saturday 9:00am – 11:00am
Tuition: $60/month
UpDown Funk, All Ages 15+
Dance
Add steps to your FitBit with a fun, upbeat class for young adults with special needs. Dance with the coolest moves and grooves surrounded by positive energy. This class trains dancers for community performances. Classes are held in the studio. Dancers need a Curio T-shirt and black jazz shoes.
Friday 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Tuition: $60/month
| Class | Style | Days | Times | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Monday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Thursday | 4:30pm – 5:20pm | Register |
| First Moves, Ages 3-4 | Ballet & Tap | Saturday | 9:00am – 9:50am | Register |
| Performing Arts Preschool, Ages 3-5 | Ballet, Tap, & Music | Friday | 9:30am -11:30am | Register |
About Curio
Curio Dance is a performance-based dance school led by professional dancers with advanced training in dance technique and performance. The classes focus on the dancer and the capabilities that emerge when learning is positive, fun, and rigorous in an encouraging environment. Curio Dance provides opportunities for pre-professional and professional performance throughout the year. Located in Stillwater, Curio Dance & School is proud to be rated the best dance school in Washington County.
Our Faculty
Dario Mejia, Giselle Mejia, and Caitlin Mejia provide quality dance training and share their passion for dance whether students are aiming for a career on stage or dancing for personal health. The dedication and attitude of our students reflect the positive values we believe in- that all dancers have a unique potential and all efforts are valued. A “curio” is “a unique artifact.” Curio Dance believes each dancer brings their own gifts to be explored and celebrated.
Dario, Giselle and Caitlin, professional dancers, have had rigorous training at highly demanding and elite University programs and have performed with national dance companies on stage, television and film. The choreography at Curio Dance is original, fresh, and evolving to reflect the music and movement of our era.
Our Supporters
Major support for Curio Dance is generously provided by: 
