​The Dance Academy(TDA) founder and director, Melissa Williams, started the dance ministry in 1989 with the name DanceEffects.  The Academy joined Family Theatre in 2006.  The location and name have changed, but the mission statement is still the same:

"To provide a quality dance education for children with a passion for dance regardless of race, religion, or financial challenges."

TDA is a leveled theater based program with a combination of tap, ballet, and jazz.
This is a year-round program with 12 monthly fees, due on the 1st dance class of the month.

Please call for fees and class information.  No costume fees.

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The Dance Academy Calendar

2025/2026
Ages 6 through adult, placement by ability

Tuesday
Beginner  4:00-5:00  $60 mo.
Advanced Adults 6:00-7:30  $70 mo.


Thursday
   Intermediate  4:00-5:30  $70 mo.
Advanced   5:30-7:30  $80 mo.

June-Open for new members
August-Annual $75 registration due
October-Closed for new members
December-2 week break
January 2025-Classes resume
April-Showcase $100 fee due

No Classes on July 4th or Thanksgiving.
​TDA does not observe Fall break.

Melissa Williams 706.718.0056
Director

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A performance of dance and entertainment!
Coming to you June 7, 2025 at 7:00PM
​Call 706-718-0056 for ticket information.

The Springer Opera House
​Columbus, GA

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Call instructor Melissa Williams
706-718-0056 for more information/registration