As You Are Dance Movement
Our Vision
To create an inclusive and joyful space where children can discover a love for dance, build confidence, and embrace their unique selves.
Our Mission
At As You Are Dance Movement, our mission is to bring fun, engaging dance experiences into schools where every child can come as they are. We inspire a love for movement through supportive, all-level classes that help students grow in confidence, creativity, and self-expression—both on and off the dance floor.
Our Values
Humility: We approach each class with openness and a willingness to learn and grow alongside our students.
Kindness: We create a supportive and encouraging environment where every child feels seen, respected, and valued.
Integrity: We lead with honesty, responsibility, and consistency.
Community: We build meaningful connections within each class and across the schools and families we serve.
Growth Mindset: We encourage students to embrace challenges, try new things, and celebrate progress over perfection.
Respect & Partnership: We value the educators, school staff, and coaches we work with, fostering positive, collaborative relationships built on mutual respect and appreciation.
Giving Back: We believe dance has the power to create positive change beyond the classroom. A portion of our proceeds supports organizations that care for children and families during challenging times, including the New York Life Foundation’s work supporting children experiencing grief and loss, as well as the UNC Burn Center’s efforts to provide care and support for burn survivors.