Acro & Tumbling Classes in Lamberton and Redwood Falls Enhance Flexibility, Strength, and Technique with Our Acro & Tumbling Program
Step into the dynamic world of Acro and Tumbling at Kelly’s School of Dance! Our program combines the artistry of dance with acrobatic skills, designed to build strength, flexibility, and balance in a fun, family-friendly environment. Guided by experienced instructors, students learn foundational tumbling techniques and develop control, confidence, and coordination as they progress. Each class focuses on safety and personal growth, allowing dancers to flourish as they master new skills and take on exciting challenges in acrobatic dance.
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Unlock Strength, Confidence, and Connection with Our Acro & Tumbling Classes
Our Acro & Tumbling classes help dancers build core strength, flexibility, and body control through structured acrobatic training. With a focus on balance and coordination, students learn to safely perform a range of skills while gaining the physical strength needed for acrobatic dance.
As dancers tackle new acro skills, they grow in confidence and determination. Our encouraging environment helps students overcome challenges, instilling resilience and a sense of achievement that builds self-esteem and carries into other areas of life.
At Kelly’s School of Dance, acro students become part of a welcoming community. Through teamwork and shared experiences, dancers form lasting friendships and learn the value of collaboration and support in every class.
Grow in Strength, Skill, and Confidence with Every Class!
Ready to take your acro and tumbling skills to the next level? At Kelly’s School of Dance, our Acro program in Lamberton and Redwood Falls is thoughtfully designed to support each dancer’s growth in strength, flexibility, balance, and tumbling skills. We offer two levels: Acro I, which builds a solid foundation through Level 2-3 Acrobatic Arts skills and targeted Acro Conditioning, perfect for those developing their core acro skills. Acro II is ideal for experienced dancers, focusing on advanced techniques and ongoing strength training. Each class is paced to ensure that dancers progress confidently and are well-prepared to showcase their skills at our end-of-year recital.
Why Families Love Kelly's School of Dance
We offer a range of class times and styles to accommodate your family’s schedule, making it easy for dancers of all ages to join in the fun and excitement of dance. From weekday to weekend options, our flexible scheduling helps families stay connected to dance.
Our studio is committed to providing a safe and nurturing space for dancers at every level. With skilled instructors and a facility designed with safety in mind, we prioritize personal growth and injury prevention, allowing dancers to thrive confidently.
Kelly’s School of Dance is more than just a studio—it’s a place to belong. Our dancers and families form a close-knit community built on support, kindness, and encouragement, creating lasting connections and memories both on and off the dance floor.
Experience the Kelly's School of Dance Advantage in Acro & Tumbling
Considering whether to enroll in Acro & Tumbling at Kelly’s School of Dance or pursue a traditional gym or recreational sports program? Here’s a closer look at how our program stands out and supports dancers in a unique and holistic way.
Often, traditional gyms and sports teams lack one-on-one guidance, which can slow progress and leave participants without tailored support for their goals.
Many gym routines and sports practices rely on repetitive drills, which can lead to boredom and disengagement over time.
Working out at a gym or participating in sports can often feel individualistic, with limited opportunities for social connection and encouragement.
Gyms and sports programs tend to focus exclusively on physical fitness, sometimes overlooking mental, emotional, and creative development.
Our Acro program offers personalized attention that nurtures each dancer’s unique strengths and growth areas, fostering skills and confidence with guided support.
Our Acro & Tumbling classes are designed to be exciting and varied, with new challenges each session to keep students energized and looking forward to every class.
At Kelly’s School of Dance, dancers join a close-knit, encouraging community where friendships flourish, and every dancer is celebrated as part of the family.
Our Acro program supports overall well-being by combining physical fitness with mental focus, flexibility, and stress relief, promoting both healthy bodies and minds.
Foundations of Acro & Tumbling
At Kelly’s School of Dance, our Acro & Tumbling classes are designed to develop essential skills in balance, strength, flexibility, and precision. Guided by the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, our structured Acro I and Acro II levels provide age-appropriate instruction that helps dancers build a strong foundation in tumbling and acrobatic techniques. Students progress through carefully planned exercises that emphasize control and fluidity, learning to seamlessly integrate movements into dance routines. With each class, dancers enhance their physical coordination, artistic expression, and self-confidence, all within a welcoming and encouraging community. Our focus on core strength and skill-building ensures that every student feels empowered to advance and shine in acro dance.
Building Power and Control with Acro Conditioning
Our Acro & Tumbling program at Kelly’s School of Dance includes dedicated Acro Conditioning to build the essential strength, flexibility, and control needed for acrobatic dance. In each class, dancers engage in targeted exercises that support the foundational skills required for acro, such as bridges, handstands, and splits. These conditioning sessions are thoughtfully designed to improve core stability, increase flexibility, and enhance body control, which are key for mastering both tumbling and acrobatic sequences. By focusing on physical conditioning within every session, we help students safely progress to more advanced skills while building confidence and reducing the risk of injury. This commitment to conditioning empowers each dancer to reach their fullest potential in a safe and supportive environment.
Developing Perseverance through Skill Progression
Our Acro & Tumbling program at Kelly’s School of Dance is carefully structured to nurture resilience, determination, and a growth mindset in each dancer. Beginning with foundational skills like bridges, cartwheels, and handstands, students build a strong base that prepares them for increasingly complex movements and techniques. As they progress, dancers encounter new challenges that encourage them to step outside their comfort zones, fostering persistence and patience with each step. Our supportive instructors guide students through these challenges, helping them develop the mental focus to overcome frustration and setbacks with confidence. This focus on resilience not only strengthens their acro abilities but also equips them with life skills that extend well beyond the studio, instilling values of hard work and dedication that benefit every area of their lives.
Building Confidence with Performance Opportunities
At Kelly’s School of Dance, we celebrate every dancer’s growth and accomplishments. Our Acro & Tumbling classes culminate in an end-of-year recital, giving students an exciting chance to showcase the tumbling and acrobatic skills they’ve developed over the year. This performance is more than just a display of their technical abilities—it’s a powerful confidence-building experience. By performing in front of family and friends, dancers learn to embrace the stage, express themselves with pride, and overcome any stage nerves. The recital serves as a joyful celebration of each dancer’s hard work, resilience, and progress, reinforcing their sense of accomplishment and love for dance. This experience strengthens their confidence not only as dancers but also as individuals, empowering them to continue pursuing their goals with passion.
Hear from Our Dance Family
Discover the experiences of our dancers and their families! Read genuine reviews from our community members to see how Kelly's School of Dance is impacting their lives. These heartfelt testimonials reflect the joy, growth, and positive experiences that are a part of our studio every day.
Our family is so thankful for great dance instruction to be available in “small town rural Mn” -KSD offers a wide range of dance styles along with a warm welcoming dance family environment. The friendships and memories being made are a blessing for parents to watch develop and I know will mean the world to our youth as the years continue.
My daughter Izzy is 2 years old and as just started at Kelly’s School of Dance but she loves it! She’s asks all the time if she gets to go to dance! When the first mini session was over she cried! Her teacher is so kind and patient.
I love the friendships created with dance and confidence building for my kids. Such a fun atmosphere
WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE KSD! ♥️ Our little dancer has been blessed to become part of such a wonderful KSD family. They are always pushing her to strive for her next goal and wanting her to succeed in every aspect. She spends every Tuesday night from after school until 8:15 at the studio and I've never heard a single complaint because she LOVES it and it's HOME to her. Thank you Kelly and all staff at KSD for all you do for these girls to make them feel comfortable and like the studio is somewhere they can be their confident selves. We appreciate you tremendously!
KSD Family for life! ♥️
Kelly a very nice and caring person! Loves kids and dance. And the studio is adorable the way she fixed it up!
Very nice place to get involved in all the types of dance and tumbling. She did the studio up so cute!
Kelly is the best! She is so personable, loves kids and most importantly loves dancing! Keep up the good work!
My kids enjoy their dance classes here so much. The teachers are attentive and enthusiastic.
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FAQs
Dancers should wear form-fitting athletic attire, such as a leotard, footless tights, spandex shorts, or leggings, to allow for freedom of movement. Hair should be securely tied back, and jewelry should be left at home for safety. Bare feet are recommended for optimal grip and control during acrobatic exercises.
A baseline skill level is recommended, as students should be able to perform movements like a bridge, cartwheel, forward roll, and handstand. However, dancers with various levels of experience are welcome, as our instructors adapt each class to support individual progress and skill growth.
Our Acro & Tumbling program is skill-based, so dancers are placed in classes primarily according to their skill level rather than age. This ensures each student is in a group where they can progress safely and at an appropriate pace alongside peers with similar abilities.
Our Acro Conditioning component focuses on targeted exercises for strength, flexibility, and coordination, providing a solid foundation for acrobatic skills. Students are encouraged to practice stretches and conditioning techniques at home, reinforcing their progress and helping them achieve new milestones in flexibility and strength.
We maintain open communication with parents through regular progress updates, including in-class feedback, periodic assessments, and parent-teacher conferences. These updates ensure parents stay connected to their child’s journey and growth in the Acro & Tumbling program.
Discover More Reasons to Love Our Acro Program
Our instructors work with each dancer to establish personal goals in flexibility, strength, and skill progression. This goal-setting approach keeps students motivated and allows them to track their growth, fostering a sense of achievement and ownership over their journey.
We prioritize dancer safety through injury prevention education, teaching proper techniques and body alignment. Our instructors emphasize warm-ups, stretching, and conditioning to help dancers understand how to protect their bodies and sustain long-term success in acro.
In addition to acrobatic skills, dancers develop stage presence and expressive performance abilities. Through acro, students learn to connect movements seamlessly and perform with confidence, enhancing their overall poise and stage readiness for any dance genre.
Our Acro & Tumbling students enjoy access to special workshops throughout the year that focus on advanced techniques, conditioning, and artistry. These workshops offer an exciting opportunity to deepen their acro skills and learn from guest instructors.
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