We Want to Hear From You!
This year, we pressed pause on some of our 2025 programs — including Preschool Arts Adventure — to take an intentional step back and refocus our mission. Our goal is simple: to make sure we’re serving our community (and especially our youngest artists!) in the most meaningful way possible.
As we look ahead to 2026, we’re reimagining our Early Childhood programs to reflect the real needs and dreams of families in our community — with your help.
For years, we’ve been proud to introduce young learners to the joy of the arts, and we’re excited to continue that legacy with refreshed, community-driven programs that build on what’s always made our approach special: creativity, connection, and care.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts in our short survey. Your feedback will directly shape the future of our programs and ensure that arts experiences for young learners continue to thrive right here in our community.
🎨 Preschool Arts Adventures
Creative Learning for Ages 3–6 at Arts Inspired Dance Academy | Fuquay-Varina, NC
Welcome to Preschool Arts Adventures, where learning leaps off the page and into motion! Our unique, arts-integrated preschool program blends early childhood education with dance, music, visual arts, gymnastics—and now STEM and yoga—to nurture the whole child.
🌟 Why Choose Us?
At Arts Inspired Dance Academy, we believe children learn best when they're engaged, moving, and expressing themselves. That’s why our morning preschool program combines academics with the performing and visual arts to spark curiosity, build confidence, and inspire creativity.
With small class sizes, a warm and supportive atmosphere, and passionate educators, we provide the perfect balance of structure and play for your child’s early development.
🆕 Expanded Curriculum for 2025!
We’ve added new specialty classes to give our students even more ways to explore, grow, and shine:
🎶 Artful Melody
A joyful journey into music and art! Children explore rhythm, melody, and visual expression through instruments, songs, and hands-on art projects.
🔍 Detective Allegro
A playful introduction to STEM! Little learners investigate the world around them through themed science, engineering, and math activities that encourage curiosity and problem-solving.
🧘♀️ Mindful Movers
A calming blend of yoga and mindfulness for preschoolers. Through movement, breath, and body awareness, children learn to connect with themselves and manage emotions in healthy ways.
✨ Our Core Program Includes:
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Song & Play – Social games, music, and creative storytelling to start the day with energy and connection.
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Alphabet Art – Early literacy through sensory-rich, themed art activities.
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Ballet & Tap – Music and movement combine to teach early dance skills and build coordination.
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Gymnastics – Fun tumbling, balancing, and stretching activities to develop motor skills and body confidence.
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Free Play & Expression Time – The day wraps up with guided games or open creative play.
👩🏫 Meet Our Educators
Michelle Hankins, Owner/Director
With degrees in Dance Performance (BFA) and Child & Adolescent Development (BS), and 30+ years of teaching experience, Michelle’s passion is creating spaces where children thrive through movement and the arts.
Caitlyn Kell, Lead Teacher
Certified in Rhythmworks Integrative Dance and Kids Yoga, Caitlyn brings 5 years of classroom experience and over a decade in dance to her nurturing, child-centered teaching style.
📍 Location & Schedule
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Location: Arts Inspired Dance Academy, Fuquay-Varina, NC
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Ages: 3–5 years old (must be potty trained)
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Program Hours: Morning sessions, Wednesday or Friday (options for 1 or 2 days/week)
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Enrollment: Ongoing until spaces are filled
🎓 Ready to Give Your Child the Gift of Creativity and Growth?
📧 Email us for more information
📝 Register online and reserve your child’s place today!
Register HERE
2025-2026
On pause as we reflect on the needs of the community. Please take our survey.
Tuition
A $35 non-refundable registration fee is due with registration
Tuition $850/semester for one day or $1600/2 days
Aa $25/non-refundable deposit/day will be required to reserve your spot
Installments will be due the 1st of the month Sept to May
Sibling Discount 5%
30 day written notice required for early withdrawal
Students in Ballet/Tap and gymnastics will also participate in our showcases. (Additional fees will apply)
We reserve the right to alter/adjust this schedule as needed.
Please note this is an independent learning class (parents will drop off/pick up in the lobby) and students must be restroom independent (This includes wiping and changing clothes)
Students should be a small snack, water bottle, and change of clothes each day.
Wednesday students should wear any type of dance/gymnastics attire. They will also need ballet and taps.
Friday students should wear any type of comfortable clothing.
More info will be in our welcome packet once registered.
Registration Tips
Returning Students- Simply use the link, select the number of days, students registering and complete the transaction
New Students-to get the sibling discount, we recommend creating your account first with all children, and then following steps to register students together.
Please contact us if you have any issues. We are happy to help! (Please note you will need to have an account created and a card on file for us to assist in registration)
Registration HERE