At Esteem Dance in Draper, Utah, our lyrical and contemporary dance classes offer students a beautiful way to explore storytelling through movement. These expressive dance styles combine technical precision with emotional depth, allowing dancers to connect music and movement in powerful, meaningful ways.
Whether your child is drawn to the flowing grace of lyrical dance or the innovative creativity of contemporary movement, our Draper-based program provides expert instruction in a nurturing environment where every dancer can discover their artistic voice.
Lyrical and contemporary dance are expressive styles that emphasize emotional connection and fluid movement. Lyrical dance focuses on interpreting song lyrics through graceful choreography, while contemporary dance explores innovative movement qualities and incorporates elements from multiple dance styles.
Both styles require a strong ballet foundation while encouraging dancers to move with freedom and personal expression. Students learn to use their entire body to convey emotions and tell stories through dance.
These expressive dance styles offer unique benefits that extend beyond the studio, developing technical skills, emotional intelligence, and authentic self-expression.
Key benefits:
We introduce lyrical and contemporary as part of our competitive company teams, starting around age 9. These styles are included in the curriculum for:
Dancers begin formal instruction in lyrical and contemporary, along with jazz, tap, hip hop, tumbling, ballet, and technique.
Esteem Dance’s most advanced competition team includes in-depth lyrical and contemporary training. Dancers refine their artistry through complex choreography and advanced movement vocabulary.
Storytelling through fluid, expressive movement and deep emotional connection
These company dancers compete regionally and nationally with choreography in lyrical and contemporary styles, gaining valuable performance experience and personal growth through emotionally expressive work.
Our skilled instructors create a safe, supportive space where students explore emotion through movement. Classes balance technical training with creative exploration.
Students showcase their artistry through studio recitals, showcases, and competitive team options. Our lyrical and contemporary pieces often become audience favorites due to their emotional connection and beautiful movement quality.
We understand that lyrical and contemporary dance require both technical excellence and emotional safety. Our instructors guide students through expressive movement while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
What Makes Us Different:
Lyrical and contemporary classes help children develop confidence, emotional awareness, and self-expression. These styles provide a healthy outlet for processing feelings while building physical strength and artistic skills.
Students often discover new aspects of themselves through expressive movement, developing greater self-understanding and confidence in both dance and daily life.
If your child is ready to discover the connection between music and movement, we’d love to welcome them to our expressive dance family. Our program offers a unique opportunity to develop both technical skills and artistic voice in a supportive environment.
Contact Esteem Dance in Draper, Utah today to schedule a free trial class and learn how lyrical and contemporary dance can enrich your child’s life.
Whether your dancer is drawn to graceful storytelling or innovative movement, we’re here to help them discover the joy of expressive dance.
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