Programs
More Than Dance Classes
At Richmond Dance Collective, we believe dance is about more than learning technique. It's about building confidence, creating meaningful connections, developing leadership skills, and supporting families both inside and outside the studio.
In addition to our dance classes, we're proud to offer programs that enrich the dancer experience, strengthen our community, and make dance more accessible for busy families.
After-School Dance Program
The Best Part of Their Day. The Easiest Part of Yours.
Our After-School Dance Program is designed for busy families who want more than just after-school care. We provide a safe, welcoming environment where children can unwind after school, connect with friends, complete homework, and transition seamlessly into dance class—all with one convenient pickup.
Whether your child dances once a week or several days a week, our program combines supervision, enrichment, and movement into one fun-filled afternoon.
What Families Receive
✔ Bus Transportation from Local Schools
Take the stress out of afternoon transportation! Students from Richmond Elementary, Brewster-Pierce Memorial School, Smilie Memorial School, and Camel's Hump Middle School can ride the school bus directly to Richmond Dance Collective. Our staff meet each bus, welcome students into the studio, and help them settle in before the afternoon's activities begin.
✔ Safe & Supervised Care
Children are welcomed into a positive, caring environment where they are supervised by trusted Richmond Dance Collective staff from school dismissal until dance class begins.
✔ Homework & Quiet Time
Students have dedicated time to work on homework, read, or simply recharge after the school day before heading into class.
✔ Snack Time
After a busy day at school, dancers have time to enjoy a snack and refuel before dancing. (Families provide snacks unless otherwise noted.)
✔ Friendships & Social Time
Children have the opportunity to relax, play games, create friendships, and enjoy spending time with other dancers in a fun, supportive environment.
✔ Seamless Transition to Dance Class
While dance classes are enrolled in separately, they pair perfectly with our After-School Program. Dancers enjoy a productive afternoon of homework, snacks, and time with friends before transitioning seamlessly into their scheduled dance class.
✔ One Convenient Pickup
No racing across town or making multiple stops. Parents simply pick up their dancer after class, making afternoon / evenings less stressful and giving families more quality time together.
A Typical Afternoon
2:45 PM – Arrive from school and settle in
3:00 PM – Homework, snack, games, or creative activities
3:45 PM – Dance class begins
4:45 PM – Class ends and parent pickup by 5:00 PM
More Than Childcare. A Place to Learn, Grow & Belong.
At Richmond Dance Collective, we believe every child deserves a safe place to finish their school day—surrounded by encouraging mentors, supportive friends, and the joy of dance.
Early Release Wednesday Combo Camps
When school lets out early, we've got you covered!
Our Early Release Wednesday Combo Camps provide a safe, engaging, and active afternoon where dancers can enjoy a variety of dance styles, creative activities, games, crafts, and time with friends—all in one exciting program. Each camp features a different theme, making every early release day a new adventure.
What Families Receive
✔ Bus Transportation from Local Schools
Take the stress out of afternoon transportation! Students from Richmond Elementary, Brewster-Pierce Memorial School, Smilie Memorial School, and Camel's Hump Middle School can ride the school bus directly to Richmond Dance Collective. Our staff meet each bus, welcome students into the studio, and help them settle in before the afternoon's activities begin.
✔ Safe & Supervised Care
Children are welcomed into a positive, caring environment where they are supervised by trusted Richmond Dance Collective staff from school dismissal until dance class begins.
✔ Homework & Quiet Time
Students have dedicated time to work on homework, read, or simply recharge.
✔ Lunch / Snack Time
Dancers have time to eat and refuel (Families provide lunch / snacks unless otherwise noted.)
✔ Try Different Dance Styles
Dancers will have the opportunity to get a taste of each Dance genre offered at RDC, being taught by their role models, our Advanced students
✔ Friendships & Social Time
Children have the opportunity to relax, play games, create friendships, and enjoy spending time with other dancers in a fun, supportive environment.
✔ Seamless Transition to Dance Class
If already enrolled in a Wednesday class or Afterschool program, students are seamlessly transitioned to their standard Wednesday routine at RDC.
✔ One Convenient Pickup
No racing across town or making multiple stops. Parents simply pick up their dancer after class, making afternoon / evenings less stressful and giving families more quality time together.
Whether your dancer already attends Richmond Dance Collective or is trying dance for the first time, these camps are the perfect way to stay active, make new friends, and have fun on school early release days.
Ages: Elementary School and Middle School (grouped by age)
When: Select Wednesday Early Release Days throughout the school year
Timeframe: School dropoff - 3pm pickup (unless you are enrolled in either of the Wednesday Afterschool Program options)
Registration: Advance registration for each Early Release day will be available in our portal before the start of the school year. (Priority will be given to Dancers already enrolled in the Wednesday Afterschool Programs)
Volunteer Rewards Program
At Richmond Dance Collective, we believe our strongest community is built by families who choose to get involved—not because they have to, but because they want to.
Our Family Volunteer Rewards Program recognizes and celebrates the incredible support of our dance families while providing meaningful opportunities to be part of the studio experience.
Throughout the season, families will have opportunities to volunteer at performances, special events, and studio activities. Every hour volunteered helps strengthen our community while earning rewards as our way of saying thank you.
Whether you can volunteer once or throughout the season, every contribution makes a difference, and we are grateful for the time, talents, and enthusiasm our families share with Richmond Dance Collective.
More details will be shared this Fall—we can't wait to show you what we're working on!
Coming Soon
As Richmond Dance Collective continues to grow, we're excited to introduce even more opportunities for dancers and families, including student and parent advisory boards, student teaching programs and work opportunities, community events, and special programming throughout the year.
We're just getting started—and we can't wait to grow together.