About Evolve

We value the experiences your dancer has in the studio every week – not just the competition results or skill levels.

Dance Studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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About Evolve

We value the experiences your dancer has in the studio every week – not just the competition results or skill levels.

Dance Studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Classes
Register Now

About evolve dance studio

Evolve Dance Studio in Rockford, Michigan

 Evolve Dance is a Grand Rapids area dance studio, located in Rockford, Michigan.

We are a family-oriented studio that prioritizes relationships and life-long skills that come from being part of a team. We value the experiences your dancer has in the studio every week – not just the competition results or skill levels.

Meet Our Instructors

We have MOVED!! Evolve Dance Studio in Rockford, Michigan is located at brand new, amazing, fresh space! The new studio offers 3 stage size classrooms with an extra large and very comfortable lobby for parents. Our lobby features 3 large tv screens for parents to watch their dancers during class and a fun play area for siblings to be entertained during classes. We are so excited for this growth and look forward to seeing our studio continue to grow in our brand new location!!

Hours

Monday – Friday:

  • 9:00 am – 4:00 pm By Appointment ONLY
  • 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Studio Open

Saturday – Sunday: Closed

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Evolves mission:

We at Evolve Dance Studio are more than just dance steps and routines. Our mission is to cultivate a nurturing environment where every individual can freely express, grow, and evolve through dance. We believe in the transformative power of dance and its ability to bring together diverse communities, fostering personal growth and shared experiences.

At Evolve, everyone is welcome. We celebrate diversity in all forms, ensuring every dancer feels valued, acknowledged, and included.

Why Dance?

Evolve testimonials

{I followed Miss Ashley from my previous studio. She’s the best dance teacher I’ve ever had. She’s so nice and has a lot of fun with us in class. She has taught me so many cool techniques. If you like hip hop dancing, she’s the best!
5
Allie
{We send our daughter to Evolve because they really focus on her as an individual, capitalizing on her strengths, but challenging her to try new styles, moves, and get her out of her comfort zone. She is not a number, but an integral part of the team. The teachers really care about her as a person and not just as another dancer. I love watching her grow and enjoy what she does every day.
5
Tony & Hope
{I can’t say enough about Evolve Dance. The owner of the studio and instructors have a leg up on other studios my daughters have attended previously. The staff at Evolve care genuinely for each of their dancers and truly nurture their individual talent while encouraging growth and skill expansion.
5
Sarah
{We love Evolve Dance! The owner and the staff are all so accommodating and friendly. My daughter is really enjoying her first year here. Highly recommend!!
5
Brandi
{This is a wonderful place for kids of all ages! Wonderful owner, great staff and lots of fun! My daughters love it here. They have learned so much about dance and themselves.
5
Heather M.
{Alora is loving her hip hop dance class. She comes straight home and practices. Both times we got ready to leave class, and she has to go back in to get the information. She is having a blast! Thank you guys!
5
Crystal
{Joining evolve has been the best experience for our daughter and for our family. A supportive and positive dance environment. We couldn’t be happier with our experience.
5
Stephanie
{Evolve has brought my daughter out of her comfort zone and she absolutely loves dancing! The owner and staff have always put her first and is spot on with responding whenever I had a question! I highly recommend Evolve!
5
Lindsay
{Evolve dance is a wonderful place for our kids to learn to dance. The older dancers are great with the younger dancers. It is truly the best dance family we are happy to be a part of. So happy we found Evolve!
5
Brooke
{Both of my girls have danced at Evolve since they were almost 3 years old and joining this studio was the best decision we could have made for them. They love dance so much and it is 100% bc of the experience they have had. The teachers and older dancers in the studio make them feel like family and loved. They help learn and grow not only as a dancer each well. We love Evolve!
5
Katie
{I am so happy we’ve found Evolve because of just what you mentioned– you’ve cultivated a supportive environment where kids/teens feel comfortable and encouraged to take risks and try new things, and have fun doing it. 
5
Nicki
{My daughter loves evolve dance studio. She has so much fun and looks forward to going every week. The staff is wonderful and absolutely recommend this dance studio!
5
Becca
{The best studio in michigan more than just a dance studio it’s a dance family with amazon technical training and the teachers are emotionally supportive of every dancer
5
Heather
{We love Evolve! The team is very much like a family 
5
Hope
{Great mentorship by the older dancers and enjoys her classes and competition group.
5
Jason
{Belief in building the dancers physically and emotionally. Every dancer should leave with a better sense of self. This is the core of their business.
5
Saraf F.

our story…

Megan Ellison is the owner and director of Evolve Dance Studio. She has over 35 years of dance experience. After growing her current dance studio in the Cedar Springs and Northern Kent County area she decided to return to her hometown of Rockford. She loves dance and has been lucky to have it play a big part in her life as both a life long student and a successful teacher. Her dream was to always open a studio that she could share her love for dance and find instructors with a true passion for the art also that children and adults will learn from. Dance has so many benefits both physically and mentally and the mission of Evolve Dance Studio is to build not only a dancers strength and technique, but to find their inner love and passion for the art of dance while building self esteem and confidence.

Register for Dance Classes Online

Check out our upcoming class schedule for the summer along with the 2023-2024 season. You are able to register online, and we welcome dancers of all experience levels. If you have any questions, give us a call or contact us through our website.

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Where to start?

If our mission resonates with you, but you aren’t sure where to start with dance, here are some helpful links to help you learn more ↓

frequently

Asked
Questions

General FAQs

How do I know what level class to sign up my dancer for? Does my dancer need prior experience?

We base our levels on age at Evolve Dance Studio. Dancers do not need previous dance experience. We welcome dancers of all ages and experience.

Shimmer and Shine is for ages 2-4 years

Razzle Dazzle is for ages 4-6 years

Sparkle is for ages 7-9 years

Diamond is for ages 10-13 years

Sapphire is for dancers 14+

What shoes does my dancer need? Where can I buy dance shoes and attire?
  • Shimmer and Shine, Razzle Dazzle and Sparkle combo classes need both tap and ballet shoes. We ask that dancers wear tan tap shoes and pink ballet shoes.
  • All hip hop classes need an ALL white tennis shoe that is worn only for dance class. It can be any style we just ask that it is ALL white. 
  • You can purchase any required attire and shoes at Forever Dance Apparel in Grand Rapids, MI. They know all our shoe and attire requirements.
What extra fees am I responsible for other than my monthly class tuition?

Each dancer is charged a one-time charge of $200. This charge will cover your dancer’s recital costume, recital t-shirt, and 2 recital tickets. If your dancer has more than one dance costume, there is an extra $100 charge per costume.

Am I able to be in the class and watch my dancer?

We do not allow parents in the classroom. We do welcome parents to stay in our lobby during your dancer’s class to watch their class from one of our tv’s streaming classes.

How do I make my monthly payments?

We require our dance families to set up an auto pay account through their parent portal. Monthly recreational dance payments are ran automatically on the 1st of every month.

Dance Camps

When are dance camps?

We offer dance camps throughout the year. We offer a few different 6-week camps, meeting once a week, in the fall and winter. During our summer months we offer 2 different shorter sessions that meet twice a week. These camps are a perfect opportunity for your dancer to test out their love for dance without making that long term commitment of our full season.

Will there be any performances or recital for the dance camps?

Our dance camps do not have a performance or recital. The recital is only for our full season dancers. The dance camps are meant to give dancers a shorten dance class experience without the full season commitment.

Do dancers need any prior experience to attend?

No, dancers do not need any experience to attend dance camps.

Competitive Dance

What age can my dancer begin competitive dance?

Our competitive dance team begins at the sparkle dance level.

When our competition team auditions?

We post our competition audition dates the beginning of May each year. This auditions are open to anyone interested in dancing competitively the following season.

Does my dancer need experience to audition for competitive dance?

We do ask that dancers have 1-2 years of recreational dance experience either at our studio or another studio before auditioning.

frequently

Asked
Questions

How do I know what level class to sign up my dancer for? Does my dancer need prior experience?
  • We base our levels on age at Evolve Dance Studio. Dancers do not need previous dance experience. We welcome dancers of all ages and experience.

Shimmer and Shine is for ages 2-4 years

Razzle Dazzle is for ages 4-6 years

Sparkle is for ages 7-9 years

Diamond is for ages 10-13 years

Sapphire is for dancers 14+

What shoes does my dancer need? Where can I buy dance shoes and attire?
  • Shimmer and Shine, Razzle Dazzle and Sparkle combo classes need both tap and ballet shoes. We ask that dancers wear tan tap shoes and pink ballet shoes.
  • All hip hop classes need an ALL white tennis shoe that is worn only for dance class. It can be any style we just ask that it is ALL white. 
  • You can purchase any required attire and shoes at Forever Dance Apparel in Grand Rapids, MI. They know all our shoe and attire requirements.
What extra fees am I responsible for other than my monthly class tuition?

Each dancer is charged a one-time charge of $200. This charge will cover your dancer’s recital costume, recital t-shirt, and 2 recital tickets. If your dancer has more than one dance costume, there is an extra $100 charge per costume.

Am I able to be in the class and watch my dancer?

We do not allow parents in the classroom. We do welcome parents to stay in our lobby during your dancer’s class to watch their class from one of our tv’s streaming classes.

How do I make my monthly payments?

We require our dance families to set up an auto pay account through their parent portal. Monthly recreational dance payments are ran automatically on the 1st of every month.

What are the dance camp options available at Evolve Dance Studio?

Evolve offers several short camp options throughout the year, including Shimmer and Shine Combo, Razzle Dazzle Combo, Sparkle Hip Hop, Sparkle Combo, Razzle Dazzle Hip Hop, Diamond/Sapphire Hip Hop, and Diamond/Sapphire Lyrical/Contemporary. These cater to different age groups and provide various dance styles.

Who should consider attending Evolve's dance camps?

The dance camps are ideal for families looking to try out dance classes without making a full season commitment. They're a great opportunity to experience what Evolve has to offer in a short, fun-filled session.

When are the dance camps scheduled for 2024?

For 2024, Session 1 is scheduled from June 12 to June 23, and Session 2 from July 10 to July 21.

What age groups are the dance camps designed for?

The camps are designed for children and teenagers from ages 2 up to 10 and above, with specific camps tailored to different age groups such as 2-4, 4-6, 7-9, and 10 and up.