our "why"
Our family never planned to start a studio, but as a 40-year dancer and dance trainer of more than 20 years, there came a time that we had a "why". We wanted more efficient training and use of our family investments. Smaller class sizes and more individual understanding of who our daughters were. Better organization and more efficient use of time through classic plus cutting-edge curriculums. Higher return on investment and high-quality dance mentors to set the example of who they want to be.
-candice andrus, owner & director
Here's a peek at what sets us apart...
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BALLET
parent communication
long-standing industry relationships
The smallest classes in the valley yield maximum personal attention and feedback for each dancer, every hour. Each dancer is individually known ensuring they are consistently challenged to the perfect degree. This high class efficiency means more balance and progress for our dancers, with less overwhelm and more joy.
We know families sacrifice in order to support their dancers. That's why we feel parents only deserve to know what their dancers are doing in class and the progress they are making. Yearly assessments offer parents and dancers feedback, and our organized and thorough administration team keeps your dance life organized and parents exceptionally informed.
Our world-class training, in-house and out, provides ever-expanding, consistent opportunities with the best working artists in the industry and in our valley. Our incomparable instructors continue to hone their craft in the classics and in the cutting-edge.
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small & intimate
warm environment
mental development
The development of the mind during these formative years is just as important to us as the development in our art. We are proud to be the only known dance studio that integrates mental development alongside our artistic training. We believe Advancing the Art and the Artist™ is the only way to worthily serve young souls.
Our encouraging environment full of inspiring adult mentors breeds positive mindset and belief in one's self. Dancers rise to their instructors' high expectations for them exhibited in love. This is the place where dance heals; where a young child or growing teen can express what's inside while they grow in character that is set by example.
Ballet is the crux of all dance training. The highest quality ballet training and trainers in the valley is our priority. We would do it no other way.
Our very own CADA Ballet Curriculum maximizes class efficiency and thoroughness, and our yearly assessments ensure our dancers are served to the utmost for safety and progress.
OPENING EVERY DOOR FOR OUR DANCERS
three
two
one
BALLET
parent communication
long-standing industry relationships
The smallest classes in the valley yield maximum personal attention and feedback for each dancer, every hour.
Yearly assessments provide parents with feedback on their dancer's progress, and our organized and thorough administration team keeps parents up-to-date so you can plan your family's life.
Our world-class training, in-house and out, provides ever-expanding, consistent opportunities with the best working artists in the industry and in our valley.
six
five
four
small & intimate
warm environment
mental development
We are proud to be the only known dance studio that integrates mental development alongside our artistic training. We believe Advancing the Art and the Artist™ is the only way to worthily serve young souls.
Our encouraging environment full of inspiring adult mentors breeds positive mindset and believe in one's self.
The highest quality ballet training in the valley is our priority.
Our very own CADA Ballet Curriculum maximizes class efficiency and thoroughness and our yearly assessments ensure our dancers are served to the utmost for safety and progress.
OPENING EVERY DOOR FOR OUR DANCERS
ballet
Collaborative Artists for Dance Advancement was created for the Treasure Valley to house a dance education that provides the highest return on investment in dance training and character building: advancing the art and the artist.
A roof under which the pursuit of personal excellence, the highest standard in technical training, collaborative relationships, and a positive environment meet.
Professional instructors, organized administrators, and passionate learners come together to grow character and care for the whole self, mental development, self-confidence, and belonging.
We hope your time within our studio walls will inspire your mind, clear your head, ground your soul, and open your heart.
Our prayer is that the CADA home will nurture a collaborative spirit, growth in artistry, a desire to contribute to the whole over self, a commitment to chasing our passions, and a heightened appreciation for the privilege of studying the art of dance.
This is #thedanceadvance.
Our Mission Statement
"Thank you for working with my daughter! I feel like I have been asking for help from others on how to expand her dancing and no one has done what you did. This was what I was wanting... She said it felt like it was worth five sessions from someone else."
words from our dancers
- about coach candice, 2020
“Everything about CADA: the staff, parents, and kids is affirmation that I’m doing the right thing for her.”
words from our dance families
- from a new CADA MOM
read more testimonials here
"Thank you for working with my daughter! I feel like I have been asking for help from others on how to expand her dancing and no one has done what you did. This was what I was wanting... She said it felt like it was worth five sessions from someone else."
words from our dancers
- about coach candice, 2020