Encore Performing Arts Center

My kids have been taking dance classes here for a few years now and both are part of company now. The teachers have always been so kind and patient with the little. I’m impressed by how well they keep their attention and also the growth and development of my two kids since starting here. My kids love to go to dance and part of that is because of the teachers and the other part is the community. Some of their best friends are in their classes!

My kid has danced on the competitive team at Encore for two seasons, and the growth in her dancing abilities has been really impressive. Encore really lives up to its motto "A path for every performer." They have such a wide variety of classes. Some kids dance competitively and some recreationally; Encore values both. The studio owners and teachers really care about each child and know how to bring out the best in each of them. The friendships we've made are priceless. We are so grateful for the community that Encore works so hard to build.

My daughter has been taking classes here for years and is now in her third competition season with Encore. I cannot say enough good things about this studio! All of the instructors are incredibly supportive and are amazing at working with their students to bring out their best (while remembering that they are, in fact, working with children). The caliber of talent and choreography here is really unmatched in the Portland area. I’m really proud to be an Encore parent and, if you’re at all thinking about getting your child into the arts, I would encourage you to give them a try. They will be in good hands.

Our family has had kids taking classes at Encore Performing Arts Center for about 10 years now. My children have explored musical theater, hip hop, stretching and strengthening classes, acrobatics, ballet and other traditional dance styles, performance opportunities and competitive dance team. The summer camps are always a hit, especially Circus camp! This place is very special to us. The director and instructors are like a 2nd family and the friendships made with other dancers and their families are bound to be lifelong connections.

I’ve been taking classes at encore for 3 years along with my brother who’s been going for 4 years. We are part of the street styles program and love everything about it. The teacher is amazing and always makes classes fun and exciting. I never have a day where I don’t want to go to encore. Encore has an amazing community and everyone is accepted and treated like family. Everything from affordable classes to a widespread curriculum with amazing teachers, Encore is the place to be if you want to dance, act, or more.