Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts — Local services in Peachtree City

Moving into the metro-Atlanta area, we wanted to find the right place for our daughter to continue dancing and further develop those skills. From experience, we knew a few things that we wanted and didn’t want: we wanted professional instructors and not just nice teachers with degrees. We also wanted quality programs instead of the “everyone is a star” kinds of stuff. Truthfully, we wanted our daughter to be pushed and to strive for success (even while experiencing occasional defeat) rather than to be rewarded unrealistically; this better prepares her for the real world. Of course when she was little, we wanted her to have fun and be happy. As she’s gotten older we believe that if it’s worth doing - it’s worth her best efforts.

For us, Georgia Academy of Dance (GAD) was the perfect blend of professionalism and youth instruction. We are so happy that we found them - they bring out the best in our daughter. When we looked online at the biography of the director and teachers we knew that this academy was the real thing, but we have since discovered the wonderful GAD community and its leadership which is both kindhearted and approachable. At every age, every level, kids are affirmed and challenged. Our high school daughter is growing and developing beautifully - GAD has been instrumental in her success. GAD will bring out the best in your child in more ways than just...

I have 2 daughters who are in their 5th year at GAD, and we have taken classes at both the Newnan and Peachtree City studios. When we first started here, we were a little intimidated by the size of the dance school, but we're so glad that we chose this place over other dance studios. The owner, the instructors, and the Georgia Dance Theatre company members here are all incredible role models to my daughters. They provide my children with a top notch quality of dance instruction, support, and inspiration. My daughters have grown so much over the years in their dance technique, but what they have gained here is more than just dance skills. They learned the importance of commitment, goal-setting, teamwork, time management, healthy eating, taking care of their mind and body, self-expression, self-confidence. They provide a progression track here that is built from a solid foundation and is very age appropriate. To be a part of the very professional performances at GAD is...

My daughters have attended Georgia Academy of Dance and the Performing Arts for 10 years. One has graduated and started college while the other is currently enrolled. Not only have my daughters excelled at dance due to the wonderful and incredible teachers and staff here but they have learned invaluable life lessons and skills they would not have received anywhere else. They are not just teachers and directors but mentors to my girls. The experience here goes beyond just a dance education. I am so pleased that I chose this dance school 10 years ago for the quality of excellence they produce and expect. The end of year productions are like nothing else around, very professional and so much fun to watch! Whether you just want to take one class for fun or if you want to make a career, this is the place to be! Highly...