in-school program

SMART MOVES

A comprehensive, in-school dance program modeled after the pedagogy of the National Dance Institute. This program is currently offered to entire grade levels in the Oklahoma City area, free of charge to the partner schools and students. There are three options to this program:

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Full-Year Program

• 24 weeks in length – spanning August - March

• Classes meeting one day per week

• Integrating core curriculum classes with the art of dance

• Interacting with classroom teachers and educators

• In-school performances mid-year and end of the year

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Half-Year Program

• 12 weeks in length – spanning an entire school semester

• Classes meeting one day per week

• Integrating core curriculum classes with the art of dance

• Interacting with classroom teachers and educators

• In-school end of the program performance

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Two Week Program

• 2 weeks in length

• Classes meeting every day for 2 weeks

• Integrating core curriculum classes with the art of dance

• Interacting with classroom teachers and educators

• In-school end of the program performance

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after-school program

Smart moves after-school

This program serves as an open-access introduction to dance for students who are interested in exploring movement beyond the school day. Unlike our in-school program, this opportunity is open to any student who wants to participate—no prior experience required—and all dancers receive training at no cost.  The after-school program meets at partner school sites one day per week for 30 weeks during the school year. Students build foundational dance skills, creativity, and confidence while working toward performance opportunities.

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Advancement & Performance Program

reach team and Impact Team

The Advancement & Performance Program is Prairie Dance Theatre’s next-level training opportunity for students who demonstrate commitment, growth, and a desire to deepen their dance experience. Students are invited from our in-school and after-school programs to participate in focused Saturday sessions that build technique, confidence, creativity, and performance skills.

The program includes two groups:

• REACH TEAM, which focuses on skill-building, creative exploration, and expanding students’ access to dance and performance opportunities.

• IMPACT TEAM, a more advanced group that emphasizes performance excellence, leadership, and community engagement through dance.

Together, these teams provide a pathway for young dancers to grow as artists, build confidence, and use their voices through movement—both on stage and in their communities.

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active aging program

forever fit

Forever Fit is Prairie Dance Theatre’s movement-based wellness program for older adults, designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Through engaging dance and fitness activities—with both seated and standing options—participants build confidence, stay active, and experience the joy of movement in a supportive, community-centered environment.

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