The whole child.
Body. Mind. Spirit.
Rooted in the Virginia Tanner tradition · Ages 3 to adult
A boutique studio in north Mapleton where small classes, master teachers, and a genuine love of dance come together.
This is not a competition studio. We measure success by growth, joy, and love of dance.
"I want to give back to young students the joy dance has given me — not competition, the love of creating and finding yourself."
— Amy Markgraf · Founder & Director
Three things every child takes home.
Technique that grounds
A body that knows how to stand, move, and carry itself — built from the first class, strengthened over years. Real physical skill is the foundation everything else grows from.
Curiosity that grows
A mind alive with questions, ideas, and the freedom to make something new. Not copying steps — discovering what movement can do. Creative work in every single class.
Joy that stays
The feeling of moving freely, making something beautiful, being seen. That joy builds confidence that outlasts the studio — a spirit that believes in itself for life.
MDC's teaching is grounded in the National Core Arts Standards in Dance, the NDEO Standards for Dance in Early Childhood, and the principles of daCi — Dance and the Child International.
Learn more about our philosophy →549 W 1400 N, Mapleton
1,575 sq ft professional spring floor · natural light · designed for dance
Dance that develops the whole child — and stays with them for life.
Mapleton Dance Center is a private studio founded and directed by Amy Markgraf — tenured Professor and Dance Education Program Coordinator at Utah Valley University, with more than 30 years of teaching experience.
Classes are small. Teachers are exceptional. The approach is rooted in the Virginia Tanner tradition and grounded in national and international dance education standards.
This is not a competition studio. We measure success by growth, joy, and love of dance — not trophies.
Non-competitive
No trophies, no rankings, no pressure. We dance because movement is joyful, creative, and human — not to win.
Small classes · Max 12 students
Every student gets individual attention. Amy knows every dancer's name, strengths, and goals from day one.
Free trial class
Come see the studio, meet Amy, and watch a class. No commitment required — just dance.
Ready to get started?
Schedule a free trial class. Come see the studio, meet Amy, and watch a class in action. No pressure, no commitment — just dance.