Dance competitions have grown in popularity as a way for young dancers to showcase their skills, but the competitive environment often comes with significant drawbacks. Studies highlight several risks associated with competitive dance, ranging from physical injuries to psychological stress.

The arts have long been celebrated as a cornerstone of human creativity and cultural expression, but the quality of arts education makes all the difference in unlocking their true potential. Research consistently shows that high quality arts education is not just a "nice-to-have" but a critical component of a well rounded education. Mediocre arts instruction, by contrast, risks diluting the transformative power of the arts, leaving students without the full range of benefits this discipline can provide.

Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance is home to the Cuyahoga Valley Youth Ballet as well as a community ballet program for kids of all ages and interests. What makes Klinger unique is that they offer both a community program and a professional program, to offer the gift of dance to everyone.