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Woodland Fine Arts Academy Registration for Fall 2025 is Now Open!

Offering high-quality classes in Dance, Music, Theatre and Art for children 18 months to 18 years

By Mary Allison July 23, 2025

At Woodland Fine Arts Academy, we believe every child deserves the chance to explore their creativity, build confidence, and discover the joy of the arts, in a Christ-centered environment. We offer high-quality classes in Dance, Music, Theatre, Art, serving children and teens from ages 18 months through 18 years.  Whether your child dreams of the spotlight, wants to express themselves through visual art, or is curious about the magic happening backstage, we have a class to nurture their talents and spark new passions.

Check out our different departments and offerings:



WFA ART

We’re thrilled to spotlight our Art Department—where creativity is nurtured and imagination comes to life! Whether your child is just beginning their artistic journey or ready to dive into advanced techniques, we have a class designed just for them.

🖌️ Class Offerings for 2025–2026:

🎨 LEVEL 1 – Intro to Art
K–2nd Grades
A fun and foundational introduction to the world of visual arts.

🧭 LEVEL 2 – Explore It All: An Artistic Adventure
3rd–6th Grades (and advanced 2nd graders)
Discover a variety of mediums and techniques in this dynamic, exploratory course.

🖍️ LEVEL 2 – Cartoons & Animation
3rd–12th Grades
For the storytellers and dreamers—create characters, comics, and simple animations.

🧑‍🎨 LEVEL 3 – Art Mastery: Draw, Sculpt, Digital
4th–12th Grades
Take your skills to the next level with this focused, technique-driven class in both traditional and digital art forms.

📄 Want to learn more?
Full class descriptions are available on the
 Art page of our website!



WFA DANCE
Our Dance Department is a vibrant and foundational part of WFA! Whether your dancer is just starting out or building serious technique, our classes are designed to develop skill, confidence, and creativity in a Christ-centered environment.

💃 Class Offerings for 2025–2026:

🌟 K–2nd Grade Combo Classes
Perfect for young dancers to explore multiple styles:
🩰 Ballet & Creative Movement
💃 Ballet & Jazz
🎶 Ballet & Tap
🔥 Jazz & Hip Hop

🔹 BALLET – Levels 1–5, Beginner & Intermediate
• Level 1 – K–2nd Grades
• Levels 2–5 – Teacher Assessed
• Beginner – 3rd–12th Grades
• Intermediate – Teacher Assessed

🔹 CONTEMPORARY MODERN – Levels 1–5, Beginner & Intermediate
• Level 1 – K–2nd Grades
• Levels 2–5 – Teacher Assessed
• Levels 4 & 5 require an additional Ballet or Jazz technique class
• Beginner – 3rd–12th Grades
• Intermediate – Teacher Assessed

🔹 HIP HOP – Levels 1–3, Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced
• Level 1 – K–2nd Grades
• Levels 2 & 3 – Teacher Assessed
• Beginner – 3rd–12th Grades
• Intermediate & Advanced – Teacher Assessed

🔹 JAZZ – Levels 1–5, Beginner & Intermediate
• Level 1 – K–2nd Grades
• Levels 2–5 – Teacher Assessed
• Levels 4 & 5 require an additional Ballet or Contemporary Modern class
• Beginner – 3rd–12th Grades
• Intermediate – Teacher Assessed

🔹 TAP – Beginner & Intermediate
• Beginner – 3rd–12th Grades
• Intermediate – Teacher Assessed

🔹 PRE-POINTE
Must be enrolled in Ballet 3 or 4

🔹 POINTE – Beginner & Intermediate
Placement by teacher recommendation

📄 Full class descriptions are available on the 
Dance page of our website!



WFA MUSIC
Our Music Department is full of opportunities for students to explore their talents, grow in skill, and express their gifts through the art of music. Whether your child is just beginning or ready to focus on a specific instrument, we offer a range of classes and private lessons designed to meet them where they are.

🎵 Class Offerings for 2025–2026:

🎼 INTRO TO MUSIC
K–2nd Grades
A fun, engaging way to explore rhythm, melody, and foundational musical concepts—perfect for young learners just getting started!

🎻 INDIVIDUAL MUSIC LESSONS
Available for students ready to dive deeper into their musical journey through one-on-one instruction:
• Clarinet
• Flute
• Guitar
• Piano
• Ukulele
• Viola
• Violin
• Voice

📄 Full class and lesson descriptions are available on the 
Music page of our website!



WFA THEATRE
At WFA, our Musical Theatre program isn’t just about the stage—it’s about building confidence, creativity, and lifelong skills. Students sing, dance, and act every week, growing their talents in a supportive, joy-filled environment.

Classes focus on technique and skill-building in the fall, then shift to show content in the spring, giving every student a chance to shine in Mary Poppins, Jr.

🎟️ Musical Theatre Classes Offered:
🌟 Musical Theatre 1 – K–2nd Grades
Discover theatre through playful games, songs, and simple choreography.

🌟 Musical Theatre 2 – 2nd–3rd Grades
Grow confidence with more structured acting, singing, and dance training.

🌟 Musical Theatre 3 – 4th–5th Grades
Dive deeper into character work, vocal technique, and storytelling.

🌟 Musical Theatre 4 – 6th–12th Grades
Advance your skills with challenging choreography, harmonies, and stage presence.

✨ Spring Performance Experience:
In the spring, all Musical Theatre classes come together for Mary Poppins, Jr. Each level features in specific scenes and musical numbers designed to highlight their age and skills, giving every student meaningful stage time and unforgettable memories performing as part of a full-scale production!

🌟 Theatre Company Students:
Our Theatre Company students audition for lead roles and featured ensembles in the production, stepping into major storytelling moments and helping bring the show to life in a dynamic and inspiring way.

📄 Full class details and show breakdowns are on our 
Theatre page!



PRE-K & TODDLER
Our Pre-K & Toddler classes invite your youngest learners to explore music, dance, and imagination in a joyful, faith-filled environment. Classes help build coordination, creativity, and confidence—all while having tons of fun!

🎟️ Classes for Ages 2–5:
👶 Toddler Music & Movement (18 mo–3 yrs)
Fun music, imaginative play, and skill-building in a private setting.

🩰 Pre-K Ballet & Creative Movement (3–5 yrs)
Learn ballet basics and explore movement through creative games.

👯‍♀️ Pre-K Ballet & Tap (3–5 yrs)
A lively intro to ballet steps, rhythm, and tap dance fun.

🕺 Pre-K Hip Hop (3–5 yrs)
High-energy class focusing on rhythm, coordination, and fun beats.

🎵 Pre-K Music & Movement (3–5 yrs)
Harness energy with music activities that build focus and motor skills.

🎭 Pre-K Musical Theatre (3–5 yrs)
Imaginative play, singing, and dancing for budding performers.

📄 Full class descriptions are available on the Pre-K and Toddler Dance page of our website!


Whether your child loves to dance, sing, act, paint, or play an instrument, there’s a place for them here at Woodland Fine Arts Academy! At WFA, we’re passionate about helping kids grow creatively, build confidence, and discover their God-given gifts—all in a joyful, faith-filled community.


Woodland Fine Arts Academy

9607 E State Road 70 Bradenton, FL 34202

Phone: 941-753-8588, ext. 225

Email: fineartsacademy@gowoodland.com

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