The Charlottesville Performing Arts School (CPAS) is the area’s premier destination for instruction in Dance, Fitness, Voice, Kindermusik®, Piano, Guitar and more. Our state-of-the-art facility provides technically proper body alignment training and age-appropriate movements, as well as high quality music and instrumental instruction in a nurturing, family atmosphere. CPAS programs are for students of all ages who seek personal enrichment or pre-professional training. Our goal is to bring out the best in our students, and help them to reach their full potential. We do this by offering the best in dance and music technique, while cultivating a love for performing arts in our students. Our staff strives to raise the bar on excellence in performing arts education while providing a safe environment – fostering achievement at the highest levels.
2012 CPAS Schedule and Information – Registration is open for our Winter/Spring semester based on space availability, with classes beginning Jan 9th. Register online now. Last day to register into a class (Early Childhood, Youth and Pre-Teen Classes only) – Feb 13 (Teen/Adult classes can be added at any time based on space availability).
- Beginners to Pre-professional levels
- Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Modern
- Piano, Voice, Guitar, Kindermusik®
- Pilates, MTX Boot Camp ™, Zumba, Yoga
The Charlottesville Performing Arts School also offers private instruction and party hosting services. The CPAS Resident Company is also available to book for events and performances. View video of the company’s most recent repertoire.
Read our press release on how Dance Explosion Studio and Footnotes Studio joined forces with other local performing arts instructors to become the Charlottesville Performing Arts School!
NEW!! 6 Week Adult Classes and Hip Hop Workshop with Todd Shanks from STEPS on Broadway! See our flyer!
Message from Lea Moore, Director…
“We are excited to be moving in a new direction that enables us to offer dance instruction – both for the aspiring professional dancer seeking classical training, and also for the dancers of all ages who are looking for an enjoyable environment and an opportunity to learn about many forms of dance, from ballet/tap/jazz to Hip-Hop – and also integrate programs in other areas of the performing arts, such as Kindermusik ®, piano, guitar, voice, and many others. In joining the resources of Dance Explosion Studio, Footnotes Studio, well-known local music instructor Mark Goldstein, and our many talented staff members, we can offer an unparalleled experience for people of all ages who are looking for top-caliber training and a fun, encouraging atmosphere.”