Established in 1991, Art In Motion Dance Studio has been dedicated to providing quality dance education for over 34 years. Our experienced instructors have trained hundreds of dancers of all ages and levels.
At Art In Motion Dance Studio, we are dedicated to providing high-level dance training while nurturing each dancer’s confidence and self-esteem. We believe that technique and discipline are essential, but equally important is creating an environment where dancers feel supported, empowered, and inspired.
We AIM to not only teach dance but to give our students an experience that will create lasting memories, fostering a deep love for the art that will stay with them throughout their lifetime. We strive to build well-rounded dancers who carry both skill and self-assurance into every aspect
of their lives.
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A.I.M. is proud to present its unique program, since 1991, under the direction of Tricia and Chad Trimble, with help of exceptionally talented instructors. A.I.M. classes are designed to build self-confidence, inspiration, values and cultivate dance training to its highest level of achievement.
As we continue on the dance journey, we thank-you for trusting and choosing us for your dance training. Whatever your goal, we have a program to suit your needs. Our staff genuinely cares about the students and their aspirations. We are here to help the students reach their highest potential. Aside from turn-out, technique and terminology, the dancers are encouraged to achieve more in all areas of their lives. A.I.M. is a place for dancers and families of all ages. We are truly blessed to have students leave footprints throughout the dance studio and fingerprints on our hearts.
CONGRATS TO OUR COMPANY DANCERS ON AN INCREDIBLE WEEK AT STARPOWER NATIONALS IN BRANSON, MO. WE WERE AWARDED SEVERAL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AND COULDN'T BE MORE PROUD OF OUR DANCERS! Congrats to the following routines for becoming National Champions in the Advanced Division!
*mini solos level 2 (intermediate): 3-Brooklyne Jones, 4th - Briella Bielema & Brooklyne 2nd / Briella 3rd Intermediate Petite Miss Starpower; *Junior solos level 3 (advanced): 1st - Aria Pape, 9 - Kiley Browning, 11- Owen Gough
* Teen solos level 3 (advanced): 1st - Laila Wells, 3 - Mallory Hobbs, 9 - Olivia Kamerer, 12 - Brynn Thornsbrough
*Senior solos level 3 (advanced): 2- Kati Fleck, 3 - Alyx Gardner, 5 - Katherine Liagridonis, 9 - Chloe Jung, 12 - Sarah Jacobs, 14 - Momoe Tanaka
*Duet/Trios advanced level: mini: 3 - Back To The Start; Junior 2 - Anatomy, Teen: 1st- Tale As Old As Time, 3 - Solitary Song, 6 - Lose My Breath, 9 - Medicine; Senior: 1 - Infinite Confinement, 2 - A Change Is Gonna Come, 3 - Exile, 5 - Someday On My Mind
*Small Groups Intermediate Level: 3rd - Born To Run, 5th - Tea Party / Born To Run - finalist in the Premier (Intermediate) Battle of the Stars Finals
*Small Groups Advanced Level: mini: 2 - The Most Beautiful Things, 3 - Here I Am, 8 - Tough Love; Junior: 1st - Days Like This, 8 - Thank God I Do; Teen: 2 - Sleeping On The Blacktop, 4 - Mine; Senior: 1st- Out Of The Woods, 2 - Watch Me Walk, 3 - You Lost Me, 4 - I'm Invisible, 9 - Never Letting Go
*Large Groups Advanced Level: Mini: 1st - Little Cloud, 6 - Pennsylvania 6-5000; Junior: 1st- We Are The Truth, 4 - Warrior; Teen: 1st- Just A Girl; Senior: 1st- New York State Of Mind, 3- Mercy On Me
*Lines Advanced Level: Mini: 2nd-Shark Party; Junior: 1-Money; Teen: 1st-The Search; Senior: 2nd-Bridge Over Troubled Water; 11 & under *Grand Lines Advanced Level: 1st-AIM FOR JOY!
*Battle Of The Stars Advanced Solo Championships: Junior: 1st- Aria Pape (Junior Miss Starpower); 1st-Owen Gough (Junior Mr Starpower); Teen: 1st-Laila Wells (Teen Miss Starpower), Finalist- Mallory Hobbs, 1st-Max Petersen (Teen Mr Starpower); Senior: 1st-Kati Fleck (Senior Miss Starpower), 2nd-Alyx Gardner, Finalist-Katherine Liagridonis, 3rd-Kash Farrell (Mr Starpower); Born To Run - finalist in Level 2 (Intermediate) groups ages 11 & under; Advanced Battle of The Stars Championships: Mini Small Group: 2nd-The Most Beautiful Things, Mini Large Group: 1st-Little Cloud, Mini Line: 2nd-Shark Party; VICTORY CUP MINI AGE DIVISION- LITTLE CLOUD; Junior Small Group: 2nd-Days Like This, Junior Large Group; 1st-We Are The Truth; Junior Line-Money, VICTORY CUP JUNIOR AGE DIVISION- WE ARE THE TRUTH; Teen Small Group: 1st-Sleeping On The Blacktop; Teen Large Group: 1st-Just A Girl; Teen Line: 1st-The Search; VICTORY CUP WINNER TEEN AGE- JUST A GIRL; Senior Small Group: 3rd-Out Of The Woods; Senior Large Group- 2-NY State of Mind; Senior Line: 3-Bridge Over Troubled Water; Choreography awards: Skylee (Days Like This), Jared (NY State Of Mind), & Skylee Choreographer of the Year for Out OF The Woods; 11 & under Performance of The Year (based on acting/showmanship/musical theater quality) - The Adams Family; Discovery Spotlight scholarship recipients: Hannah Bustetter & Morgan Bates; World Dance Pageant Scholarship recipient: Katherine Liagridonis; Excellence in Artistry - Art In Motion!
AIM offers several classes for ages 18 months & up. Whether you want to take one class a week or multiple classes, we have something for you!
The AIM Company is an elite group of dancers ages 4-18. Our award winning team is an amazing way to improve your dance skills, make friends that become like family & explore your passion for dance!
Come Join our AIM Family!
Come Join our AIM Family!
Celebrating 25 years of the Dad Dance!
We are looking forward to our 28th Dad Dance in 2025!
Come be part of AIM's treasure chest of legacy students!
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