Let's Dance
Learn about all DDC has to offer!
Welcome!
From hip hop to ballet, join us for a variety of dance classes that are equal parts educational and fun for all ages.
Founded in 2020, Desert Dance Collective is a performance-based dance studio with two locations in north Tucson. Our goals are:
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To provide excellent dance classes that are equal parts educational and fun for all students
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To create performance opportunities for kids, teens, and adults to shine onstage and beyond
At DDC, we believe that the best movers are dynamic, determined, and confident people. We strive to instill these three key foundations in every class so that each student can understand what makes them unique, how to hone their individuality, and why they should be proud of it!
26/27 Season
August 10, 2026 - May 22, 2027
Our school year season offers weekly classes in a variety of styles for ages 3-18, for beginners to advanced dancers. Our seasonal dancers participate in weekly classes, learn technique and choreography, and perform in a spring recital!
We accept new students until February 15, 2027!
summer Dance
Our summer camps and classes schedule will launch February 2027!
celebration of Christmas Show
Our annual holiday show, "Celebration of Christmas", is a festive show where dancers are cast into a role, rehearse throughout the fall, and perform on November 29! The deadline to register is August 30.
Dance Sessions
From homeschool sessions to adult classes, we occasionally offer session-based classes over a 4 or 6 week period!
CURRENT SESSIONS:
Adult Hip Hop (ages 18+)
Tiny Toes (ages 18 months-3 years)
Homeschool Sampler (ages 5-11)
DDC TEAMS
The DDC Green & Gold teams perform at local events and bring entertainment to the community! From Christmas tree lightings to Roadrunner hockey games, you can catch these teams performing all over Arizona.
The DDC Competition Team consists of dedicated dancers who train to take dance to the next level. From group routines to solos, this team travels around Arizona and beyond to compete and perform.
Auditions for the 27/28 Season will be in May 2027.
see us in action
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"This sweet, encouraging dance company is an amazing place for my daughter to let go and do what she loves! I highly recommend this dance company to everyone!"
K.S.
"My daughter started out doing one class and then did 2. She is now doing 3 classes and would do more if she didn't do other activities. We absolutely love the Desert Dance family and Ms. Lauren is AMAZING! She teaches confidence and makes dance fun."
A.W.
"My 5 Year old daughter is in two classes here and she absolutely LOVES it! All instructors are so AMAZING AND really LOVE what they do and it shows! The front desk is so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dance spot!"
D.R.
