Dance Initiative

Dance Initiative Dance Initiative is headquartered in Carbondale, Colorado and shares the Launchpad space for the arts

Dance Initiative is the producer of the CoMotion dance company, the Spectrum Dance Festival and the Spectrum Dance Collection, a collection of dances created and performed by choreographers and dancers in our community. Dance styles have included Contemporary Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Clogging and Tap, Tango, African and Break Dance.

Raíces - A Dance Initiative spring showcaseRooted in community - from tradition to global stageFolkórico | Hip Hop | Bre...
05/19/2026

Raíces - A Dance Initiative spring showcase

Rooted in community - from tradition to global stage

Folkórico | Hip Hop | Breakdance | K-pop

Thursday, May 21

6pm (Doors open at 5:45pm)

Basalt Middle School Auditorium

51 School Street Basalt, CO

*Call time for dancers - 4pm

$17 Adults | $7 Kids & Students

Join us for a post-show reception — treats and beverages available for purchase

For Questions or More Information: [email protected] | Text 214.680.8273

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Raíces - Un espectáculo de primavera de Dance Initiative

Arraigado en la comunidad de la tradición al escenario global

Folkórico | Hip Hop | Breakdance | K-pop

Auditorio de Basalt Middle School
51 School Street, Basalt, CO

*Hora de llegada para bailarines: 4pm

$17 Adultos | $7 Niños y Estudiantes

Acompáñanos a una recepción después del espectáculo — habrá bocadillos y bebidas disponibles para comprar.

Para preguntas o más información:
[email protected] | Texto al 214.680.8273

TICKETS ENTRADAS: https://www.danceinitiative.org/store/p/raices

Thank you Sol del Valle !!! Gracias!
04/24/2026

Thank you Sol del Valle !!! Gracias!

Thank you Aspen Public Radio  !!Big shout-out to our instructors, students, and families for helping bring Folklórico ba...
04/22/2026

Thank you Aspen Public Radio !!
Big shout-out to our instructors, students, and families for helping bring Folklórico back to the Roaring Fork Valley. What a full-circle moment to see the next generation stepping up to teach, lead, and keep culture alive through dance.

Grateful for the coverage and for everyone supporting community-rooted arts in our valley.
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¡Gracias Aspen Public Radio!

Un gran reconocimiento a nuestros instructores, estudiantes y familias por ayudar a traer de regreso el Folklórico al Valle de Roaring Fork. Qué momento tan especial ver a la próxima generación dar un paso al frente para enseñar, liderar y mantener viva la cultura a través de la danza.

Estamos muy agradecidos por la cobertura y por todas las personas que apoyan las artes arraigadas en la comunidad de nuestro valle.

Dance Initiative brought back Folklórico dance classes to the Roaring Fork Valley this month after the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet ended the longstanding program. Now, some of its old students are stepping up as the next generation of teachers.

Hi Dance Initaitive Fam,We want to begin by giving utmost respect and honor to those who helped establish and grow folkl...
03/31/2026

Hi Dance Initaitive Fam,

We want to begin by giving utmost respect and honor to those who helped establish and grow folklórico in the Roaring Fork Valley over the past several years . Their dedication laid the foundation for programs like this, and we’re grateful to continue that legacy with the next generation.

We’re so excited to introduce something special this spring—Youth Folklórico 💃🏽✨

This class is more than dance. It’s a space for kids to connect to culture, build confidence, and be part of something meaningful. Through folklórico, students learn the rhythms, stories, and traditions of different regions of Mexico—all while having fun and moving their bodies.

This program is led by Angel Peña and Juan Najera, who bring years of experience and a deep personal connection to folklórico. For them, this isn’t just teaching—it’s passing on something that was passed down to them.

Ages: 7–13
Wednesdays, 5:00–6:30 PM
April 8 – May 20
Third Street Center Ste 20

Spots are limited, and we’d love to see your child be part of this.

👉 https://www.danceinitiative.org/folklorico

At Dance Initiative, we believe every child deserves access to the arts—and this program is a beautiful way to celebrate culture, community, and movement all in one.

With gratitude,
Dance Initiative

P.S. Programs like this are only possible because of community support. If you believe in keeping cultural traditions alive and accessible for youth, consider making a donation to help us continue this work. Every gift makes a difference 💛https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/folklorico

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Hola familia de Dance Initiative,
Queremos comenzar brindando el mayor respeto y honor a quienes ayudaron a establecer y hacer crecer el folklórico en el Valle de Roaring Fork durante los últimos años. Su dedicación sentó las bases para programas como este, y estamos agradecidos de poder continuar ese legado con la próxima generación.

Estamos muy emocionados de presentar algo especial esta primavera—Folklórico Juvenil 💃🏽✨

Esta clase es más que baile. Es un espacio donde los niños pueden conectarse con la cultura, desarrollar confianza y ser parte de algo significativo. A través del folklórico, los estudiantes aprenden los ritmos, las historias y las tradiciones de diferentes regiones de México—todo mientras se divierten y se mantienen en movimiento.

Este programa está dirigido por Angel Peña y Juan Najera, quienes aportan años de experiencia y una profunda conexión personal con el folklórico. Para ellos, esto no es solo enseñar—es compartir algo que también les fue transmitido.

Edades: 7–13
Miércoles, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
8 de abril – 20 de mayo
Third Street Center Ste 20

Los espacios son limitados y nos encantaría que su hijo/a forme parte de esta experiencia.

👉 https://www.danceinitiative.org/folklorico

En Dance Initiative creemos que cada niño merece acceso a las artes—y este programa es una hermosa manera de celebrar la cultura, la comunidad y el movimiento en un solo espacio.

Con gratitud,
Dance Initiative

P.D. Programas como este solo son posibles gracias al apoyo de la comunidad. Si crees en mantener vivas las tradiciones culturales y hacerlas accesibles para los jóvenes, considera hacer una donación para ayudarnos a continuar este trabajo. Cada aportación hace la diferencia 💛
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/folklorico

No dance classes this week! Go feast, fam!
11/24/2025

No dance classes this week! Go feast, fam!

Colorado Gives Day is here.Dance isn’t just fun—science shows it reduces stress, lowers anxiety, and boosts mental healt...
11/21/2025

Colorado Gives Day is here.
Dance isn’t just fun—science shows it reduces stress, lowers anxiety, and boosts mental health and well-being.

Every time you donate, you help us reach more kids who need movement, confidence, community, and a safe space to express themselves. 💛

✨ Your gift today keeps these programs alive.
✨ Your support helps our kids thrive.

https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Dance-Initiative-1

Photo by: Joe Van Wyk Glenwood Springs Parks & Recreation

Saturday ClassesOctober 410:30am - Zumba with Andrea 3:30pm - Adult Hip Hop with Joan 4:30pm Adult Breaking with JohThir...
10/03/2025

Saturday Classes
October 4
10:30am - Zumba with Andrea
3:30pm - Adult Hip Hop with Joan
4:30pm Adult Breaking with Joh

Third Street Center Suite 20
Carbonale
https://www.danceinitiative.org/events

Catch Kids Breaking Crew at First Fridays Carbondale TONIGHT!! Promenade at 5:30pm
10/03/2025

Catch Kids Breaking Crew at First Fridays Carbondale TONIGHT!! Promenade at 5:30pm

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76 S 4th Street
Carbondale, CO
81623

Telephone

+14152007008

Website

https://linktr.ee/DanceInitiativeCarbondale

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