The deep-rooted mission of Dance Arts Foundation is to provide young Classical Ballet and Contemporary dancers access to first-rate educational experiences that prepare them for, and help transition them to, a successful professional career in dance. Our continued desire is to be able to provide this degree of education and experience at no cost to participants. Pursuing the art of dance on a long-term scale requires significant financial commitment from the families of young dancers and it is often deemed an “elitist” sport for that reason; however, we feel no young dancer with the ambition and work ethic to achieve their goals should be deprived of opportunity due to lack of monetary means or other disfavoring barriers. Dance Arts Foundation is committed to inspiring young dancers to set their goals high and supplementing that enthusiasm with the practical tools, personal/professional connections, and pivotal experiences needed to bring those dreams to fruition.