Rooted since 1979
Cadance Academy has called New Minas home since 1979. Generations of Annapolis Valley families have grown up dancing with us, and that experience shapes everything we teach.
New Minas, Nova Scotia
Where the Annapolis Valley Falls in Love with Dance
Trusted by Annapolis Valley families since 1979. A warm, encouraging studio where dancers of every age build real confidence, make lifelong friends, and have fun every step of the way.
5,000+
dancers since 1979
130+
current students
40+
weekly classes
Ages
1.5 to 90+
Why Cadance
Why families choose us
A structured path in Ballet
We follow the Canadian Dance Teachers Association (CDTA) syllabus, brought to the Valley by our founder Linda Jess. Students in Grade 10, 11, and 12 can apply CDTA Ballet exams as additional credits toward their high school transcript.
A program for every age
From a toddler's first class to a thriving adult program, dance at Cadance never has an age limit. Some of our adult dancers train toward exams, others are simply here for the technique, the community, and the fun.
A community that welcomes everyone
Our studio is proud to include many boys across every style we teach, and welcomes many more. Our student community reflects the diversity of the Annapolis Valley itself, and every dancer who walks through our doors is family here.
New to dance?
Every dancer starts somewhere
Shy kids welcome. Plenty of our most confident dancers started out the quietest.
No experience needed. Every class starts from wherever your dancer is at.
No pressure. The free trial means there's nothing to decide before you've actually tried it.
Programs
A place for every dancer
From first steps to advanced training, find a class that fits your dancer's energy, age, and goals.
Life at Cadance
Joy, focus, friendship, and plenty of movement
Browse real moments from classes, performances, and the community our dancers build together.
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