Elevate Dance Company

El-e-vate:  To rise to the next level
Elevate Dance Company is the competitive dance team of Inspire Academy of Dance, under the direction of Alex Wright and Savannah Shearer. Elevate is open to dancers ages 4 and up, and provides performance and training opportunities for passionate dancers who are looking for additional stage time as well as a focused classroom experience. Our company values are Teamwork, Confidence, Positivity, and Hard Work. The goal of the company is to help members grow as dancers and as people, by teaching skills such as time management and accountability in addition to exceptional dance technique and artistry. Elevate Company members attend 4-7 competitions and conventions throughout the dance season.

Elevate Dance Company consists of 6 team levels:  Pearl, Sapphire, Emerald, Amethyst, Diamond, and Onyx. These levels are based on age as well as experience and ability, and are determined at the company directors’ discretion. Company level placement, as determined by auditions, is final and non-negotiable.

Onyx:  Approximate ages 15+
Diamonds:  Approximate ages 13-15
Amethysts: Approximate ages 10-13
Emeralds:  Approximate ages 9-12
Sapphires:  Approximate ages 7-10
Pearls: Approximate ages 4-7

Auditions for our 2025-26 Elevate Dance Company will take place during our summer Technique Boot Camp, Monday-Wednesday, July 28-30. Throughout the week, dancers will be evaluated (by our teaching staff and guest teachers) for gemstone placement. Placements and groupings will be emailed to families by Friday, August 1.