Lanham Pre-Professional Dance Classes (Ages 10-18) Elevate Your Skills: Dance Classes for Aspiring Pre-Professionals
At ZD Dance Academy, our Pre-Professional dance program offers a well-rounded curriculum for Juniors, Teens, Sophomores, and Seniors, combining Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Acro, and Strength & Conditioning to cultivate skilled and versatile dancers from ages 9 to 18. Designed to challenge both intermediate and advanced dancers, these classes emphasize technique, performance mastery, and personal growth in a supportive, family-oriented environment. Whether refining foundational skills or preparing for the stage, students develop confidence, discipline, and creativity while connecting with a vibrant dance community.
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Unlock Growth and Connection Through Dance
Our classes focus on precise technique, alignment, and body control, helping dancers improve performance and reduce the risk of injuries for sustainable growth.
We build confidence by challenging dancers to master new skills, encouraging self-expression, resilience, and personal achievement at every level.
Become part of a supportive dance family where friendships flourish. At ZD Dance Academy, dancers connect, collaborate, and thrive in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Achieve Your Dance Goals in Every Class!
Are you ready to take your dance skills to the next level? Our Pre-Professional program at ZD Dance Academy offers a structured and inspiring path for dancers ages 9-18. Whether you’re refining your artistry in Ballet, expressing creativity through Jazz, mastering rhythms in Tap, or building strength and flexibility in Acro and conditioning, our classes provide a comprehensive curriculum designed to elevate your performance. Each session focuses on technique development, personal growth, and building connections within a vibrant, supportive dance community.
(Intermediate/ Advanced)
Ages: 10 - 12 *as of 1/1/25
Build foundational technique, body control, and flexibility.
(Intermediate)
Ages: 13 - 15 *as of 1/1/25
Refine performance skills, musicality, and artistry.
(Intermediate)
Ages: 15 - 18 *as of 1/1/25
Strengthen endurance and developing complex choreography.
(Advanced)
Ages: 15 - 18 *as of 1/1/25
Prepare for performances, showcases, and pre-professional opportunities.
Why Families Choose ZD Dance Academy
We offer a wide range of class times, making it easy to fit dance into your busy schedule.
Our experienced instructors prioritize safety, personal growth, and injury prevention in a nurturing studio space.
At ZD Dance Academy, you’ll join a friendly, supportive community where dancers and families thrive together.
Discover the ZD Dance Academy Difference
Are you wondering how ZD Dance Academy compares to a traditional gym or sports program? Let’s explore what makes our Pre-Professional Dance Program (Ages 9-18) a unique, transformative experience for overall health, fitness, and personal growth. With a focus on performance mastery and well-rounded development, our classes go beyond fitness to nurture each dancer’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Gyms often offer basic workout plans with minimal personal feedback, leading to slower progress and a higher risk of injury.
Gym routines can become monotonous, decreasing motivation and results over time.
Gym workouts tend to be solitary, lacking the benefits of community support and shared experiences.
Traditional gyms mainly focus on physical exercise, overlooking the mental and emotional aspects of well-being.
Each class provides personalized feedback and correction, ensuring dancers progress safely and effectively in their technique.
Our classes integrate Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, and Acro, ensuring every session is varied, exciting, and impactful.
Dancers become part of a close-knit, inclusive dance family that fosters friendships and teamwork in every class.
Our program strengthens the body while enhancing flexibility, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and stress relief.
Advanced Ballet, Jazz, and Acro for Pre-Professional Dancers
At ZD Dance Academy, our Pre-Professional Ballet, Jazz, and Acro classes are designed to elevate dance skills to new heights. Whether perfecting ballet technique, exploring the expressive rhythms of jazz, or advancing in acrobatics, these classes provide a comprehensive and engaging training experience. With expert instruction and personalized feedback, each dancer is supported in mastering advanced techniques and refining their artistry through consistent practice. Beyond learning steps, students gain an understanding of musicality, body alignment, and performance presence, essential elements for becoming a well-rounded dancer.
Our curriculum is designed to challenge students at every level while providing a safe and supportive environment for experimentation and growth. Through a combination of technique-building exercises and creative exploration, dancers discover their individual strengths and cultivate their artistic voice.
Precision and Intent in Every Movement
Success in dance requires more than physical ability—it demands focus, discipline, and intention. In our Pre-Professional program, dancers hone their concentration through structured, purposeful training designed to sharpen both their technical skills and mental resilience. By setting personal goals and working toward them, students develop a strong work ethic and learn the importance of consistency and dedication. These habits translate not only into improved dance technique but also into life skills such as time management, perseverance, and problem-solving.
Every movement becomes a lesson in precision and artistry, with students receiving feedback on the smallest details to refine their performance. This intentional practice strengthens their ability to execute complex choreography with confidence, preparing them to excel in auditions, performances, and beyond.
Building Persistence and Managing Stress Through Dance
Dance is a journey of persistence and self-discovery that teaches dancers to embrace challenges and view setbacks as opportunities for growth. In our Pre-Professional Ballet, Jazz, and Acro classes, students learn that progress comes with practice and patience. With each rehearsal and performance, they develop the resilience needed to overcome obstacles and bounce back from difficulties. Our encouraging and nurturing environment reinforces the idea that mistakes are a natural part of growth, helping students build a positive mindset and emotional stability.
These valuable life lessons extend beyond the studio, equipping dancers to manage stress and maintain mental balance in all areas of life. Whether they’re striving to master a new technique or prepare for a performance, students gain the tools to stay motivated, handle pressure, and achieve their goals.
Creating a Positive Dance Community
By joining our Pre-Professional Dance Program, students become part of a welcoming and collaborative community where support, respect, and teamwork are at the core of every class. At ZD Dance Academy, we believe that learning is a collective experience, and we encourage dancers to celebrate each other’s progress and achievements. Group projects, collaborative choreography, and shared performances foster connection, trust, and camaraderie, building friendships that extend far beyond the studio walls.
Through teamwork, students learn the value of relying on others and being reliable themselves, an essential skill for success in both dance and life. Our community-centered approach ensures that each dancer feels seen, valued, and supported, creating an environment where they can thrive artistically and personally.
Hear from Our Dancers and Parents
Discover the inspiring stories of our ZD Dance Academy community! Hear from dancers and their families about how our studio has enriched their lives through growth, support, and a shared love for dance. These genuine testimonials highlight the positive impact our classes and nurturing environment have had on their journey, showcasing the joy and personal development they experience every day.
We’ve been a part of the studio family for three years now and my daughter has soared from zero training before we started to scholarships and awards through the competition experience! It’s a whirlwind and not for the faint of heart but it’s such a joy having her in a place that inspires and builds on her talent and growth in a caring way!
Since being a dance MOM with the ZDDA, family they have been instrumental to shaping my daughter’s growth, discipline and skill sets while building her confidence on and off the stage. The staff members provide patience and prioritize professional excellence while meeting each student at their level. Since my daughter has been with ZDDA she grew more of a love for dance!
ZD Dance Academy is absolutely amazing. I am always at all at the technique that my daughter learns every season. And just a short span of time, not only has my daughter‘s love for dance expanded, but her knowledge skill and technique has also advanced. I am so determined to keep her at ZD Dance until she ages out that I have even taken on a second job to assist me with paying for ZD every season. The instructors are strict yet loving and encouraging for my daughter. Miss Monet and Miss Carla are beautiful, blessed souls and we are ZD for life. I highly recommend anyone in the Maryland area that is looking for an amazing dance company to definitely consider ZD Dance Academy.
ZD is more than dance it’s a family! I was referred by a friend whose daughter was already a member and heard great things about them. My first day meeting everyone met every expectation. I met Ms. Monet, the owner at the ZD, at the Back to Dance Bash and she was so welcoming and made me feel safe to have my daughter be a part. Not only Ms. Monet, but everybody! Sevyn, my daughter, has been there now for about 2 months and it feels like forever. I am so happy that we can be a part of this organization and build memories with them! If you’re looking for somewhere for your child to learn, have a great time and be in a safe environment ZD IS THE WAY TO GO!
The ZD Team is very creative and organized. They provide a safe space for the students.
My daughter has been a part of ZD Dance Academy since she was three. I love this studio! It’s not just a studio is a family. Always great customer service and they take great pride in teaching them girls how to be ladies. The owner Mone't remember your kid's names and treats them girls like they’re her own. My daughter at three told Mone't three different names until she had to ask me what my daughter's name 🤣. Mone't Still calls her by all three names. My daughter went from a shy toddler to a personality that’s bigger than life. The love and support she pours into them girls is something to be admired. The recitals are beyond reproach and the costumes are amazing. Believe me, you will have a closet full of costumes that your kid can enjoy time after time after time. This is a great studio for your kids to join and get so much more than dance lessons. The studio is very clean as well.
My two daughters dance here and we absolutely adore the studio, staff, and environment!!! My oldest daughter has danced here since she was 18 months and my youngest since she was 2. My kids enjoy learning new skills and meeting new friends every season! What I love the most about this particular studio is how dedicated the director is to each and every kid. How caring and motivated each teacher is to the youngest to the oldest child. ZD Dance Academy is a safe, trusting, family orientated place where all kids love expressing themselves through dance and each moment builds them closer to their goals! We forever bleed purple and green!
I love ZD for my daughter. It’s truly a family. They look out for your kids like they’re theirs. I highly recommend joining. My daughter was so shy at first and since she’s been with them she’s come out her shell so much.
My daughter has been dancing with ZD Dance Academy since she was 18 months! We love the family-based atmosphere, top tier technique, and most importantly being a part of the award winning #Purple&GreenMachine competitive team! If you want a well-rounded dance program, please join Ms. Monét and crew at ZDDA!
I’m so thankful we found our dance home with ZD. It’s truly a family environment. I find the program to be organized and communicative. My daughter has been in the program for almost one year and she has already participated in 3 recitals. Her stage presence and confidence has significantly improved and she truly loves teachers and classmates. Dance has helped my daughter in many ways, including instilling discipline, team work, and consistency.
My daughter has been with ZD Academy since she was 4 years old and now she is 12. I was referred to ZD by a friend land I always thank her for that referral. ZD in my eyes is not only allowing my daughter to participate in something that she really loves to do but helps to keep her from falling ill to her illness. My daughter has Sickle Cell and it is very severe. With being active in dancing, it helps her to stay out of the hospital. She went from having blood transfusion frequently to might having one once or twice a month. Her doctors tell me all the time that my daughter has a story and ZD will always be a part of her story & journey. They are not just a dance academy but they are family and I am here to tell anyone to come and be a part of the family. Your child will enjoy the experience and life teachings that ZD provides. The tuition is reasonable and all kids are welcomed. I Love ZD Dance Academy.
My daughters really enjoy taking classes at ZD Dance Academy. We love the variety of classes to choose from and I love that there are classes that the adults can take as well. This is such a great place for my daughters to enjoy their love for dance.
ZD academy has offered my daughter a world class foundation for dance. The teachers are very helpful. My daughter is the happiest I have ever since her dancing. highly recommend ZD to anyone!!!
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FAQs
Our Pre-Professional Program offers more than just dance—it builds fitness, confidence, and personal growth. Students improve strength, flexibility, stamina, and coordination, while also enhancing mental clarity, emotional resilience, and stress relief. In every class, dancers thrive in a positive, community-centered environment that promotes teamwork and creativity.
Yes! Our Pre-Professional Program welcomes dancers of all experience levels. Whether you’re brand-new or returning after a break, our instructors provide step-by-step guidance and personalized feedback to help you progress at your own pace. You’ll feel supported and encouraged to grow in a fun and motivating environment.
Dance is a great way to manage stress and feel balanced. Our Pre-Professional classes combine movement, mindfulness, and creative expression to help students release tension and improve well-being. Being part of a supportive community also helps students feel more connected and uplifted, making stress fade away.
Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing that allows for easy movement. For ballet, students usually wear slippers, leotards, or fitted tops with leggings. Jazz, hip hop, and Acro classes allow more flexible options, such as joggers or tank tops. Your instructor will share specific attire guidelines if needed.
Yes! You can enroll during our open enrollment periods, and our flexible schedule makes it easy to start when you’re ready. Whether you jump right into classes or prefer to ease into your journey, our instructors will make sure you feel comfortable and supported from the start.
Discover the Extra Perks of Dancing With Us
Our Pre-Professional Program nurtures creativity by encouraging dancers to explore multiple styles and movements. This helps students develop innovative thinking both in dance and in everyday life.
Dance builds coordination, body awareness, and balance. Through precise and dynamic movements, students gain better motor skills and physical control, improving their performance both on and off the dance floor.
Every class challenges the mind. Learning choreography improves memory, focus, and cognitive skills, keeping dancers mentally sharp while teaching them to think quickly and solve problems.
Our classes provide a safe space for emotional expression. Through movement, dancers learn to process feelings, reduce stress, and build resilience, helping them grow both mentally and emotionally.
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