2026 Summer Schedule

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Classes at Wellspring Academy

Summer classes are open now! Registration for our 2026-27 Wellspring Academy classes opens JULY 2026.

Our programs offer unique and engaging dance experiences for all levels, with offerings for ages 3+ and our adult drop-in classes for ages 15+.

All programs are held in the stunning Cori Terry Theatre in the Epic Center—downtown Kalamazoo's heart of the arts—and are taught by Wellspring company members and Kalamazoo dance educators.

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MISSION

Wellspring exists to awaken wonder, artistry, and connection through movement

We create transformative dance experiences—on stage, in class, and in community—so people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds can reclaim dance as a source of expression, meaning, and belonging.

A person dressed in white is performing a dance move on a dark stage, balancing on one foot with arms extended, illuminated by stage lighting.

Ways We Live This Mission:

Creating daring, high-caliber performances that move hearts, bodies, and minds
Teaching dance as an art form and a human right, not a competition
Nurturing creative confidence in every student, from beginner to pre-professional
Holding space for healing, play, and purpose through inclusive programs and events
Advancing Kalamazoo as a vibrant hub for modern dance and expressive movement that reflect the complexity and beauty of being human

Dance That Moves You

We are working toward a world where dance belongs to everyone. Where bodies become instruments of wonder. Where movement is art, connection, and freedom. Where all people—regardless of age, ability, or background—see themselves as movers. And where our city pulses with life, creativity, and community through dance.