3507 Trimmier Road, Killeen, TX, USA
Welcome to Hill Country Arts Academy Dance Program
Experience the Magic of Performing Arts at Hill Country Arts Academy
The Hill Country Arts Academy Afterschool Dance Program offers a joyful, recreational pathway for students to explore movement, rhythm, and self‑expression in a supportive arts‑centered environment. Designed for dancers of all ages and experience levels, our program blends foundational skills with creativity and fun, helping students build confidence, coordination, and musicality without the pressure of placement or performance requirements. With classes offered Monday through Thursday, students can enjoy tap, jazz, ballet, creative movement, and inclusive dance experiences that celebrate individuality and the love of dance.
Registering for Classes
Registration & Contact Information
To register for dance and art classes for the 2026–2027 school year, please contact our office. We are happy to assist you with class placement and Procare setup.
Phone: 254-213-0415 General Email: information@hillcountryartsacademy.com Office Manager: erika@hillcountryartsacademy.com
Welcome to Our Recreational Division
Tiny Taps (Ages 3–4)
Creative Movement (Ages 3–4)
Creative Movement (Ages 3–4)
Rhythm, Sound & Musical Play
Tiny Taps introduces dancers to rhythm and musicality through simple tap steps and sound‑making activities. Dancers explore timing, coordination, and expressive movement in a fun, upbeat class designed for young learners.
Class Focus
- Simple tap steps and beginning rhythmic patterns
- Listening skills and musical re
Rhythm, Sound & Musical Play
Tiny Taps introduces dancers to rhythm and musicality through simple tap steps and sound‑making activities. Dancers explore timing, coordination, and expressive movement in a fun, upbeat class designed for young learners.
Class Focus
- Simple tap steps and beginning rhythmic patterns
- Listening skills and musical responsiveness
- Clear, intentional sound production
- Balance, coordination, and early motor planning
- Short, playful combinations
Dress Code
- Girls: Leotard, tights, Mary Jane tap shoes
- Boys: Shorts or pants, T‑shirt, tap shoes
Creative Movement (Ages 3–4)
Creative Movement (Ages 3–4)
Creative Movement (Ages 3–4)
Imagination, Music & Early Movement Foundations
Creative Movement introduces young dancers to the joy of dance through imaginative play, musical exploration, and simple movement patterns. Dancers build coordination, balance, and body awareness while learning to express themselves confidently in a warm, encouraging environment.
Class Focus
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Imagination, Music & Early Movement Foundations
Creative Movement introduces young dancers to the joy of dance through imaginative play, musical exploration, and simple movement patterns. Dancers build coordination, balance, and body awareness while learning to express themselves confidently in a warm, encouraging environment.
Class Focus
- Basic movement patterns that support early motor development
- Rhythm, tempo, and musical responsiveness
- Spatial awareness and gentle group interaction
- Expressive storytelling through movement
- Confidence, curiosity, and joyful participation
Dress Code
- Girls: Leotard, tights, pink ballet shoes
- Boys: Shorts or pants, T‑shirt, black ballet shoes
Primary Ballet (Ages 5–7)
Creative Movement (Ages 3–4)
Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 5–8)
Early Ballet Foundations Through Imagination & Movement
Kinder Ballet introduces young dancers to the foundational elements of classical ballet through imaginative movement, musical play, and gentle structure. Dancers build coordination, balance, and early ballet vocabulary while exploring expressive movement in a warm, encouraging enviro
Early Ballet Foundations Through Imagination & Movement
Kinder Ballet introduces young dancers to the foundational elements of classical ballet through imaginative movement, musical play, and gentle structure. Dancers build coordination, balance, and early ballet vocabulary while exploring expressive movement in a warm, encouraging environment.
Class Focus
- Beginning ballet positions and simple movement patterns
- Posture, balance, and body awareness
- Musicality, rhythm, and expressive storytelling
- Spatial awareness and early classroom etiquette
- Short, age‑appropriate combinations
Dress Code
- Girls: Leotard, tights, pink ballet shoes
- Boys: Shorts or pants, T‑shirt, black ballet shoes
Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 5–8)
Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 5–8)
Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 5–8)
Introduction to Rhythm, Style & Expressive Movement
Tap/Jazz Foundations introduces young dancers to the essential elements of tap and jazz through upbeat movement, simple patterns, and playful musical exploration. Dancers build coordination, timing, and expressive movement while learning foundational vocabulary in both styles. This clas
Introduction to Rhythm, Style & Expressive Movement
Tap/Jazz Foundations introduces young dancers to the essential elements of tap and jazz through upbeat movement, simple patterns, and playful musical exploration. Dancers build coordination, timing, and expressive movement while learning foundational vocabulary in both styles. This class is designed to support confidence, creativity, and early technical development.
Class Focus
- Basic jazz positions and expressive movement
- Simple turns, jumps, and traveling steps
- Foundational tap sounds and rhythmic patterns
- Musicality: tempo, accents, and counting
- Coordination, balance, and clear sound production
- Short, energetic combinations that build confidence
Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
- Leotard or T‑shirt with shorts or pants
- Tap shoes and jazz shoes
Junior Ballet (Ages 7–10)
Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 5–8)
Junior Ballet (Ages 7–10)
Ballet Technique, Musicality & Confidence Building
Junior Ballet provides dancers with a structured introduction to classical ballet technique. This level builds strength, alignment, and musicality through barre work, center practice, and expressive choreography.
Class Focus
- Foundational barre and center exercises
- Alignment, posture, and co
Ballet Technique, Musicality & Confidence Building
Junior Ballet provides dancers with a structured introduction to classical ballet technique. This level builds strength, alignment, and musicality through barre work, center practice, and expressive choreography.
Class Focus
- Foundational barre and center exercises
- Alignment, posture, and controlled movement pathways
- Beginning turns, balances, and traveling steps
- Musical phrasing and expressive performance quality
- Short choreography sequences
Dress Code
- Girls: Leotard, tights, pink ballet shoes
- Boys: Shorts or pants, T‑shirt, black ballet shoes
Junior Tap (Ages 7–10)
Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 5–8)
Junior Ballet (Ages 7–10)
Foundational Rhythm & Sound Production
Junior Tap introduces dancers to the rhythmic, musical world of tap dance. This class focuses on clear sound production, coordination, and musical timing through foundational tap vocabulary and upbeat combinations.
Class Focus
- Foundational tap vocabulary and rhythmic patterns
- Clear, intentional sound pr
Foundational Rhythm & Sound Production
Junior Tap introduces dancers to the rhythmic, musical world of tap dance. This class focuses on clear sound production, coordination, and musical timing through foundational tap vocabulary and upbeat combinations.
Class Focus
- Foundational tap vocabulary and rhythmic patterns
- Clear, intentional sound production
- Coordination, balance, and weight‑shift awareness
- Musical timing, phrasing, and listening skills
- Short, confidence‑building combinations
Dress Code
- Girls & Boys: Leotard or T‑shirt with shorts or pants
- Tap shoes
Junior Jazz (Ages 7-10)
All Abilities Dance Class (Ages 6+)
All Abilities Dance Class (Ages 6+)
Style, Musicality & Expressive Technique
Junior Jazz introduces dancers to the energetic and expressive foundations of jazz technique. This class blends age‑appropriate technical skills with high‑energy movement, helping dancers build strength, coordination, and musicality.
Class Focus
- Foundational jazz vocabulary and technique
- Strength, fle
Style, Musicality & Expressive Technique
Junior Jazz introduces dancers to the energetic and expressive foundations of jazz technique. This class blends age‑appropriate technical skills with high‑energy movement, helping dancers build strength, coordination, and musicality.
Class Focus
- Foundational jazz vocabulary and technique
- Strength, flexibility, and body awareness
- Musicality, rhythm, and expressive performance quality
- Beginning turns, isolations, and traveling steps
- Short, upbeat choreography sequences
Dress Code
- Girls & Boys: Leotard or T‑shirt with shorts or pants
- Jazz shoes
All Abilities Dance Class (Ages 6+)
All Abilities Dance Class (Ages 6+)
All Abilities Dance Class (Ages 6+)
An Inclusive, Joy‑Filled Movement Class for Every Dancer
All Abilities Dance is a welcoming and adaptive class designed for dancers of all physical, developmental, and learning abilities. This class celebrates movement in all its forms, offering a supportive environment where every student can participate, express themselves, and experienc
An Inclusive, Joy‑Filled Movement Class for Every Dancer
All Abilities Dance is a welcoming and adaptive class designed for dancers of all physical, developmental, and learning abilities. This class celebrates movement in all its forms, offering a supportive environment where every student can participate, express themselves, and experience the joy of dance.
Students explore:
• Creative movement and expressive storytelling
• Rhythm, musicality, and simple choreography
• Balance, coordination, and motor‑skill development
• Social interaction, teamwork, and confidence‑building activ
ities
• Movement choices tailored to individual needs and comfort levels
Our instructors use flexible teaching methods, visual supports, and sensory‑friendly approaches to ensure each dancer feels successful and included. Whether a student is new to dance or continuing their artistic journey, All Abilities Dance provides a positive, uplifting space where everyone can shine.
Hill Country Arts Academy
3507 Trimmier Road, Killeen, Texas 76542, United States
📣 Now Enrolling for 2026–2027!
Hill Country Arts Academy is now enrolling students for PreK‑3 through 9th Grade. Our year‑round academic and arts‑integrated program begins August 10th, offering a creative, structured, and nurturing environment where students learn through movement, music, visual arts, storytelling, and hands‑on exploration.
Summer programming is also available, giving families an early start and students a joyful introduction to our arts‑rich learning community.
Secure your child’s spot today and join a school where creativity and curiosity lead the way.