We train for excellence in dance from Dance Team to Performing Company Levels
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Numerous dancers from our local Dance Team communities—both past and present—have received their foundational training from Artistic Director Sherri Davis at the Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts. Our comprehensive curriculum, which emphasizes Ballet and Contemporary dance, has equipped many alumni to pursue their Dance Team careers at the collegiate and professional levels, including teams such as the University of Georgia Dance Dawgs, Georgia Tech Goldrush, and the Atlanta Falcons.
Over the years, we have trained dancers in elite techniques from various local schools such as Starrs Mill, McIntosh, Whitewater, Newnan High, East Coweta, and others. Additionally, the Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts has laid the groundwork for private competitive teams at local studios.
Our Company level training has consistently earned praise for its high quality from both the Georgia Council of the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. We believe our focus on solid technique, dancer self-confidence, and a nurturing educational atmosphere forms the foundation for these ongoing achievements. We take pride in offering a secure and effective pathway for dancers to attain Dance Team status at both local and collegiate levels.
For the past 36 seasons, we have been dedicated to training dancers aiming for collegiate dance opportunities. We are committed to providing an appropriate and ethical approach to elite training that allows dancers to pursue their passion as a competitive sport. Our dancers have successfully attained leadership positions, including Captains, at major universities and professional teams such as UGA and the Atlanta Falcons.
NOTE:
We emphasize genuine dance education that can lead students toward college scholarships or professional careers. We do not endorse unethical training or business practices in the development of competitive dancers, as we believe that dance should be taught through technically advanced methods by experienced professionals, rather than by inexperienced instructors or teenagers, as often seen in other local studios. We support competitive dancers who seek appropriate training to further their artistic journey. Our mission values the true artistry of dance over merely winning trophies, as competitions often exclude the top pre-professional and professional companies worldwide, rendering those titles less meaningful. Additionally, we advocate for school and college dance teams that prioritize ethical training practices.
Visit our GDT/GAD alumni page for those dance educators that we support! For additional information on the path for Dance Team training, contact us at:
We emphasize genuine dance education that can lead students toward college scholarships or professional careers. We do not endorse unethical training or business practices in the development of competitive dancers, as we believe that dance should be taught through technically advanced methods by experienced professionals, rather than by inexperienced instructors or teenagers, as often seen in other local studios. We support competitive dancers who seek appropriate training to further their artistic journey. Our mission values the true artistry of dance over merely winning trophies, as competitions often exclude the top pre-professional and professional companies worldwide, rendering those titles less meaningful. Additionally, we advocate for school and college dance teams that prioritize ethical training practices.
Visit our GDT/GAD alumni page for those dance educators that we support! For additional information on the path for Dance Team training, contact us at:
Pictured below are a few of the various dancers who were trained at Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts
Teams Represented
* UGA * Georgia Tech * Atlanta Falcons * McIntosh * Starrs Mill * Whitewater*
Teams Represented
* UGA * Georgia Tech * Atlanta Falcons * McIntosh * Starrs Mill * Whitewater*
Testimonies
We are proud of the impact we make on our dancers each day, but don't take our word for it - see some student testimonies below:
Parent Testimony of Whitewater Dance Team Member
"Sherri - almost 16 years with GAD...wow... We attribute your high standards to much of our daughter's strong character. You know how to push for excellence, while still ensuring fun and love is felt in the studio. From our most sincere hearts, thank you!"
Former McIntosh Dance Team member and current Dance Educator Testimony:
"I am forever grateful for all the memories I have from my years with you and for the way you laid the foundation for my love of dance."
Former UGA Dancer & Captain & current Dance Educator:
"The incredible training I received at GAD was pivotal in my journey to making the Dance Dawgs at UGA. The variety of dance styles I was able to study at GAD gave me the versatility needed at the collegiate level where you're expected to learn and retain 100+ dances and combinations each season spanning jazz, jazz funk, cheer, contemporary, and hip-hop styles. The focus on technique and artistry I gained from GAD gave me the confidence and necessary foundation to excel in the competitive world of college dance, and I'm grateful for all the opportunities and experiences I've had thanks to this amazing studio!"
We are proud of the impact we make on our dancers each day, but don't take our word for it - see some student testimonies below:
Parent Testimony of Whitewater Dance Team Member
"Sherri - almost 16 years with GAD...wow... We attribute your high standards to much of our daughter's strong character. You know how to push for excellence, while still ensuring fun and love is felt in the studio. From our most sincere hearts, thank you!"
Former McIntosh Dance Team member and current Dance Educator Testimony:
"I am forever grateful for all the memories I have from my years with you and for the way you laid the foundation for my love of dance."
Former UGA Dancer & Captain & current Dance Educator:
"The incredible training I received at GAD was pivotal in my journey to making the Dance Dawgs at UGA. The variety of dance styles I was able to study at GAD gave me the versatility needed at the collegiate level where you're expected to learn and retain 100+ dances and combinations each season spanning jazz, jazz funk, cheer, contemporary, and hip-hop styles. The focus on technique and artistry I gained from GAD gave me the confidence and necessary foundation to excel in the competitive world of college dance, and I'm grateful for all the opportunities and experiences I've had thanks to this amazing studio!"
