Artistic Director:  Emily Salerno


Connection is a select group of talented dancers chosen through audition to represent Rhythm Dance Center at talent competitions, conventions, and community performances. This elite group of dancers  consistently wows audiences with their energetic and stylish routines. A high level of commitment is expected of these dancers to maintain the excellence of Connection. We believe the relationships developed with faculty and peers through dance are unmatched by most sports and disciplines.

Connection Involves

Choosing dance as a priority over other extracurricular activities * Attendance to 3 Competitions and 1 Convention * Classes with Guest Teachers at Rhythm Dance Center * Attendance to CONNECTION Summer Intensive - July 17-20, 2018
*Participation in Holiday Show, Ballet Show, Company Concert, Year End Recitals

Connection Minimum Requirements

  • Dancers will perform a Jazz and Hip-Hop number at Competition
  • Members are required to be at the studio two days a week taking classes in Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop and Choreography/Rehearsal time
  • The approximate minimum yearly cost is $950.00 plus tuition, guest teachers, and travel expenses. 

Connection Monthly Tuition

Required Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop Classes  = $160 tuition + $15 Connection Fee = $175
Required Classes, plus Tap Company = $195 tuition + $15 Connection Fee = $210
Unlimited Classes = $260 tuition + $15 Connection Fee = $275