Hi! We are your local dance educators.

Art In Motion was built with the goal of bringing our community together through the performing arts. From the ground up, we developed this vision, and are excited to share our 25 plus years of industry experience with you.

We are a community-focused school, offering classes for dancers of all ages and skill levels. Our performance schedule takes our dancers throughout the valley, to festivals, parades, and charity events as we bring the joy and expression of dance to our neighbors.

Not sure where to begin? Let us help you create your dance journey. You belong here!

Art In Motion offers weekly classes in Jazz, Ballet/Pointe, Contemporary,

Tap, Musical Theater, Acrobatics, and Hip Hop.

AIM is a welcoming community that believes in the power of self-expression!

A few things we’re great at

Not to brag, but we have been doing this for a long time! We offer outstanding classes in a state of the art facility, but we are also proud to bring these unique services to you:

Guest
artists

Art In Motion welcomes professional dancers and master teachers to the studio regularly. These guests enhance our dancers learning experience, and offer something special. Who doesn’t want to say “I danced with a Rockette today”?

Private instruction

If you’re just starting out or you want to take your training to the next level, schedule a one-on-one lesson with us. We combine cross training with individualized lesson plans for every dancer. College portfolio/audition prep also available!

summer
programs

Our immersive arts programs bring creativity to life for a fun themed week you won’t want to miss. Kids love the imaginative crafts and final performance, and parents rave about the commemorative videos to share with family and friends!

community
Performance

Momentum Performance Co. makes appearances at festivals, charity events and more, using performances to enliven and entertain. Company dancers also have the opportunity to attend competitive events and receive feedback from industry professionals!

Let’s dance!

We can’t wait to welcome you!

our studios

Dance has a beautiful home in our studios at the Keystone Mill!

Our studios feature sprung floors, glassless mirrors, lobby monitors for parents, and equipment for all classes!

lessons
for everybody

Our instructors are second to none. They craft engaging lesson plans and entertaining choreography that lets every dancer shine!


Client Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our clients say:

Noel was my teacher for six wonderful years. She is patient, funny, kind, and generous- all that anyone could want in a teacher. She brings education, experience, creativity, artistry, and pedagogical excellence to every class.

Maeve

Former Student

Nicole is a fantastic dance teacher. I came to her from a ballet background and she got me so much more comfortable with Horton style modern dance, jazz, and contemporary. Working with her is so fun and she has great knowledge of proper alignment for modern and conditioning.

Taylor

Former Student

Now, as a professional dancer, I think back to memories of my training with Noel and I can relate them to my current experiences. Knowing I am prepared for whatever the dance world throws my way is the product of an elite dance educator.

Nicholas

Dancer, Giordano Dance Chicago

My two daughters have had a wonderful time at Art In Motion in both hip hop and jazz classes. They especially loved attending the Mini Mashup and Broadway programs. Outside time, craft projects, and of course dance made for a very memorable camp experience. The teachers are wonderful and the business and website are very professionally managed. I highly recommend both the camps and dance classes at Art In Motion.

Anne

AIM Parent

When I joined AIM, I threw myself into a world I knew nothing about. Fast forward 6 months and I have seen an incredible amount of growth in myself. It’s more than just dance, I feel like I have a family there, and we all have each other’s back. The teachers are so kind and patient and they have really helped me grow as a dancer. I am so thankful for the experience because it has given me so much joy and happiness.

Gabby

AIM Student (age 11)

My 4 year old daughter has LOVED her classes, both hip hop and ballet style. The teachers at Art in Motion are exceptional in their enthusiasm, dedication, creativity and ability to make kids feel comfortable. The dancers are remarkably patient, inclusive and caring and go out of their way to make the younger students, like my daughter, feel important and integral to the community. Art in Motion is a truly unique and special place and we feel so fortunate to have found it!

Nina

AIM Parent

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Our Team

Our team is what sets us apart. We have brought together outstanding professional coaches and teaching artists to offer engaging classes for dancers at every level. From acting to acrobatics (and everything in between), we have a class for your dancer.

*All AIM Faculty have 10+ years of formal dance training, degrees in the Performing Arts /Education, and/or professional performance experience.

Noel St. Jean-Chevalier

Owner/Director

Nicole Zaccari

Owner/Director

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contact information

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Art In Motion is a division of AIM Higher, LLC

122 Pleasant Street, Unit 125

Easthampton, MA 01027

(Inside the Keystone Mill)

413-355-0196