Dance With Dixon
Elite youth training program (ages 5–19). Adult modern dance company (18+).
Built from scratch in Orlando.
DWD ProSeries
The competitive training program I wish existed when I was directing. Ages 5–19, three tracks, audition-based, every class designed by a working director. Registration opens May 1.
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DWD Collective
I started this company because adults deserve more than a drop-in class. Ages 18+. Real technique, real choreography, real stage time. No audition, no experience required. Just show up ready to move.
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Dixon Bowles
I trained at Utah Valley University and got hired by Disney Jr. Live before I finished my degree. I performed with professional dance companies in New York. And then I moved to Florida and decided to build.
For nine years, I ran the competitive dance program at a major Central Florida studio as the sole choreographer, sole director, and the only person in the room every single day. I built it from 9 dancers to 23 across five competition seasons. My dancers earned titles at Groove, Inferno, Tremaine, and StarQuest. The program won ADCC Studio of Excellence. I choreographed every piece, ran every rehearsal, directed every competition weekend.
Outside the studio, I toured nationally as a Tour Director with Fly Dance Competition. I've judged competitions, taught masterclasses across the country, and choreographed for musical theatre. I know this industry from every angle as a performer, a teacher, a director, and a judge.
DWD is what happens when the person who built your program decides to build their own. Two programs, one standard. An entire season designed, directed, and choreographed by one artistic director. DWD ProSeries for young competitive dancers ages 5 to 19 who want real training. DWD Collective for adults 18 and up who want real choreography and real stage time. Come find out what it means to Dance With Dixon.
What I Bring
Teaching Philosophy
I believe in rigor with heart. Every class should challenge you, every rehearsal should push you, and every piece of choreography should mean something. I don't do filler. I don't do lazy. But I also don't do fear-based teaching. My dancers work hard because they want to — because they feel invested, not intimidated.
Two Programs, One Standard
- DWD ProSeries — full competitive training across all styles (jazz technique, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, tap, acro, musical theatre) for dancers ages 5–19. Three tracks. Not a studio — a dedicated training company.
- DWD Collective — modern dance company for adults 18+. No audition required. All levels welcome. Weekly classes and real performances.
- Every class designed by a working director and choreographer — not pulled from a syllabus
- Choreography that tells stories — every piece has a purpose
DWD Collective
What We Are
I didn't start DWDC to run a drop-in class. I started it because adults 18 and up deserve what competitive dancers get — real training, real choreography, a real stage. Whether you danced your whole life or you've never set foot in a studio, this is your company.
We train together weekly, building technique and artistry through modern dance fundamentals. And we perform together — taking real choreography to real stages.
No audition. No experience required. Just show up ready to move.
The Experience
Modern Technique / Movement
Floor work, alignment, weight shifts, phrase work. This is where we build the foundation — how you move, how you connect to the floor, how you use your body as an instrument. Open to drop-ins.
Choreography Rehearsal
We learn and refine original choreography for upcoming performances. This is where the technique meets the storytelling. For company members and those preparing for shows.
Current Season
We're building toward our very first performance as a company — the Amusing Spaces showcase, June 2026, at Orlando Ballet School. I'm choreographing original work for a real stage and I cannot wait to put this group in front of an audience.
Rehearsal dates resuming mid-April. Get on the list.
Technique class only
Class + Rehearsal
We accept:
Studio Locations
Classes rotate between studios across Orlando. Current spring season is at Exchange Dance Studio.
Exchange Dance Studio
Current home base. Saturday classes + rehearsals.
Next Level Dance Studio
Additional class location for future seasons.
Who This Is For
- Adults 18+ who danced growing up and want to get back into it
- Adults who never danced but have always wanted to
- Movers, yogis, athletes looking for a new creative outlet
- Anyone who wants to perform on stage (yes, really)
- You don't need to be "good enough." You just need to show up.
ProSeries
The Program
ProSeries is a full-spectrum competitive training program for dancers ages 5 to 19. Three tracks — Prep, Elite, and Pro — each built around serious technique, artistry, and performance. This is your dancer's home for training, not an add-on.
Dancers train across all styles — jazz technique, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, tap, acro, musical theatre — with an emphasis on jazz and ballet technique as the foundation for everything else. Every class is designed by a working choreographer and director, not pulled from a syllabus.
This isn't a recreational program and it isn't a studio. ProSeries is a company — a dedicated training environment built to develop well-rounded, professional-level dancers who are as strong in artistry as they are in technique.
Why ProSeries
I spent five years as a competition director inside the traditional studio model. I saw what worked. I saw a lot more of what didn't. ProSeries is what I'd build if I could start from zero — so that's exactly what I'm doing.
Not a Studio
Traditional studios make their money from recreational classes and little kids. The competitive team is an afterthought — a revenue add-on, not the mission. ProSeries flips that. Competitive training is the mission. Every hour, every dollar, every decision is pointed at developing serious dancers.
Built by a Director
Every class, every rehearsal, every piece of choreography — that's me in the room. Not a guest teacher, not a rotating staff. I built this program and I'm the one running it. That's what "Dance With Dixon" means.
Full Training in All Styles
Jazz technique. Ballet. Contemporary. Lyrical. Hip hop. Tap. Acro. Musical theatre. Your dancer won't specialize too early or miss entire genres. The emphasis is on jazz and ballet technique — the foundation that makes everything else possible — with real depth across every style.
Artists, Not Just Competitors
Trophies are great. I've won plenty. But I'm not training your kid to collect hardware — I'm training them to walk into any room and be the most prepared, most expressive, most professional dancer there. The trophies follow.
ProSeries vs. Traditional Studio
The company. Exclusive Pro-only Rotation and Choreography blocks plus mandatory Solo Hour for guaranteed individual artistry development. For serious dancers ready to represent DWD on every stage.
- Hours / Week10
- Routines5–6
- Competitions4–6 per season
- SeasonAug 2026 – May 2027
Serious competitive training. Eight hours per week with an exclusive Elite-only Choreography block. The developmental competitive track for dancers building toward Pro-level performance.
- Hours / Week8
- Routines3–5
- Competitions4–6 per season
- SeasonAug 2026 – May 2027
The foundation. Monday and Thursday classes covering Ballet, Jazz, Rotation, and Company Choreography with the full program. Real technique in a structured, focused environment — not a glorified rec class.
- Hours / Week4
- Routines2–3
- Competitions1–2 per season
- SeasonAug 2026 – May 2027
Fee Schedule
All fees are per dancer. Tuition varies by track. Admin, costume, and competition fees apply to all tracks.
| Fee | Amount | When |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $220–$360 / month | Monthly, Aug–May (10 months) |
| Admin Fee | $25 / month | Monthly, Aug–May (10 months) |
| Costume Fee | $15 / routine / month | Monthly, Aug–Nov (4 months) |
| Competition Fee | $25 / routine / month | Monthly, Aug–Feb (7 months) |
| Audition Registration | $25 | One-time — Sat June 6, 2026 |
| Summer Intensive | $300 Elite/Pro · $200 Prep | July 13–17, 2026 (10am–1pm) |
How It Works
Interest & Info
Learn about the program, submit your interest form, get added to the list, and receive program details. No commitment yet.
Audition Registration Opens
Register to show up and audition. This is not enrollment — this is your spot in line to be considered.
Audition Day
$25 audition registration fee. Selective — max 10 dancers per track, 30 total. Not everyone gets in.
Invitations to Enroll
Accepted dancers are personally invited to complete full registration, sign contracts, and arrange payments.
Summer Intensive
Week-long intensive leading into Season 1. $300 Elite/Pro · $200 Prep. Prep dancers excused at 12pm each day.
Season 1 Begins
Weekly classes, rehearsals, and training start. The work begins.
Competition Season
Regional and national competitions. This is where the training meets the stage.
End-of-Year Production
A fully produced theatrical performance — not a recital. I'm putting every dancer in this company on one stage, in original choreography, in a show I'm directing from start to finish. This is what we train for.
Interested in ProSeries?
Have questions about tracks, pricing, or auditions? We'd love to hear from you.
Upcoming Performances
Our first time on stage together. Original choreography, a real venue, and a room full of people who are about to see what we've been building. Details coming soon.
DWD Collective — Rehearsal Schedule
Exchange Dance Studio | Resuming mid-April
Rehearsal dates for the current season will be posted here as they're confirmed. Classes are held at Exchange Dance Studio on Saturdays.
Technique only
Class + Rehearsal
ProSeries — Season 1
Launching Summer 2026 | 10-month season
Weekly training across three tracks for dancers ages 5–19. Full program details — schedule, pricing, routines, and key dates — drop soon. Follow @dwdproseries for daily behind-the-scenes content.
Ages 12+
The highest level of training, competition, and artistry. For experienced dancers.
Ages 8–12
Serious competitive training. The developmental track building toward Pro.
Ages 5–8
The foundation. Young dancers building real technique in a structured environment.
Amusing Spaces Showcase
DWDC's first performance. An evening of original choreography on a real stage.
ProSeries Intensives
Summer training camps and technique intensives leading into Season 1.
Competition Season
ProSeries dancers compete at regional and national competitions throughout the season.
Gallery
Movement captured. Community in action.
Gallery will grow as the company grows. After our first performance, this page will really come alive.
DWD Merch
Merch Is Coming.
I'm designing pieces you'll actually want to wear outside the studio. Dropping soon.
Follow @dwd_collective to know when merch drops.
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DWD ProSeries registration opens May 1, 2026.
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Last updated: March 30, 2026
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When you submit a form on this site (interest forms, contact forms, email signups), we collect the information you provide — name, email, phone number, and any details about your dancer. We also collect anonymous usage data (pages visited, time on page, button clicks) to improve the site. This uses no cookies, no fingerprinting, and cannot be linked to your identity.
How We Use It
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Where It's Stored
Form submissions are stored securely via Supabase, a cloud database provider with industry-standard encryption. Only DWD staff have access to submitted data.
Children's Information
ProSeries serves dancers ages 5 to 19. DWD Collective serves adults 18 and older. We collect children's names and ages only through parent-submitted forms. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children.
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Contact
Dance With Dixon LLC
Orlando, Florida
dancewithdixon@gmail.com