Acro at BPA Dance Studio: Strength, Skills and Confidence Across the Studio
Acro dance is one of the most popular styles for children right now, and it’s easy to see why. At BPA Dance Studio, Acro blends strength, flexibility, and creativity into classes that are fun, safe, and designed to support growing bodies.
If you’re wondering whether Acro is right for your child, or how it compares to gymnastics, you’re not alone. These are some of the most common questions parents ask.
What Is Acro Dance?
Acro dance combines traditional dance technique with controlled acrobatic skills. Instead of focusing on tricks alone, Acro teaches dancers how to move smoothly, safely, and confidently through skills that flow into choreography.
Classes include stretching, conditioning, strength work, skill progressions, and age appropriate dance routines, all set to music.
Ready Set Acro: A Great Place to Start
Ready Set Acro is designed for younger dancers and those new to Acro. It’s the perfect introduction for children who are still developing coordination and confidence.
Classes focus on:
Stretch to gently improve flexibility
Strength to build body awareness and control
Skills to introduce basic Acro movements
With fun music and structured activities, children learn how to move safely while building confidence and a love of dance. Ready Set Acro creates a smooth pathway into full Acro classes as dancers grow.
Acro vs Gymnastics: What’s the Difference?
This is one of the most searched questions by parents.
Gymnastics focuses on powerful, individual skills performed on equipment like bars and beams. Acro, on the other hand, combines acrobatic skills with dance, music, and expression. Skills are performed on the floor and connected through choreography, with a strong focus on control, alignment, and flow.
If your child enjoys movement, music, and creativity as much as physical challenge, Acro is often the better fit.
Benefits of Acro for Ages 5–15
Acro offers more than just flexibility and tricks.
Builds Strength and Flexibility
Acro develops core strength, stability, and flexibility in a balanced way that supports growing bodies.
Improves Coordination and Balance
Dancers learn body awareness, control, and balance, skills that help in all styles of dance and everyday movement.
Boosts Confidence
Mastering new skills builds self belief and resilience. Each achievement encourages children to keep trying and progressing.
Supports Focus and Discipline
Acro teaches dancers to listen, concentrate, and move with care, creating strong learning habits.
Encourages Social Connection
Classes include group work and partner activities, helping dancers build friendships in a positive environment.
Is Acro Safe for Kids?
Yes, when taught correctly. At BPA, Acro is taught progressively with a strong focus on strength, readiness, and correct technique. Dancers only move forward when they’re physically prepared, making safety a top priority.
Who Is Acro Best For?
Acro is suitable for beginners through to advanced dancers. It’s ideal for children who enjoy being active, love dance, or want to build strength and confidence in a supportive setting.
Classes are grouped by age and level so every dancer feels comfortable and challenged.
Acro Across the Studio
At BPA Dance Studio, Acro is offered across multiple age groups and levels as part of a well rounded dance education. Whether your child is just starting or ready to grow their skills, Acro helps dancers move with strength, confidence, and control both on and off the stage.
