Be seen. be known. be loved.
Rise Up School of Dance
Rise Up School of Dance is a nonprofit dance school in Salt Lake City committed to the students and communities it serves. RUSD strives to see hundreds of thousands of students’ lives impacted through being seen, known, loved, and valued as ‘humans first, dancers second.’ When students are seen, known, and loved they are empowered to overcome obstacles, invest in their community and grow into the people they are meant to be.
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Our Mission
In addition to high-quality dance training, Rise Up School of Dance is a mission-driven community dedicated to:
Harnessing the power of dance, mentorship and community.
Empowering students to realize their unique value through the development of physical, mental, emotional and social skills.
Equipping students with skills and provide them with opportunities to grow into full realizations of
themselves.
Removing socioeconomic barriers to dance by establishing dance studios in and around underserved areas and by providing financial aid for students in a dignified, accessible and sustainable way.
Eliminating the stereotype of the “perfect dancer body” by promoting body positivity, offering health and
wellness education, and by maintaining diverse and inclusive environments both in the classroom and on
stage.
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“Our child had an amazing experience participating in classes, the instructors and staff are incredibly dedicated and caring. We are incredibly grateful for the support provided for our little one, your class was a safe space for them. Thank you!”
RUSD Parent