Momentum Dance Collective
Contemporary dance classes and artist-driven events in Anchorage
Momentum Dance Collective is a contemporary dance company based in Anchorage, Alaska that operates Momentum Studios, an artist-driven, community-focused art center at 705 West 59th Avenue.
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Before your first class
The studio welcomes dancers of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences, from beginners to seasoned performers.
About this studio
Momentum Dance Collective is a contemporary dance company based in Anchorage, Alaska that operates Momentum Studios, an artist-driven, community-focused art center at 705 West 59th Avenue. The studio provides a working space for the dance collective and functions as a laboratory for community artists to create, perform, or share their work.
Adult classes run regularly throughout the week, with drop-in company classes offered summer Tuesdays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The studio welcomes adult dancers of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences—whether you're a seasoned performer or someone exploring movement for the first time. Classes are built on the belief in the transformative power of movement to inspire, heal, and connect people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Beyond classes, Momentum Studios hosts a range of community events and exhibitions. After Hours, held during Anchorage's First Friday, features gallery exhibitions alongside live performances by local visual and performance artists. The space regularly hosts studio events, pop-up performances, and gallery exhibits as part of the city's creative calendar. The studio is also available for event rentals.
Momentum Dance Collective itself has 17 years of performance history. The company delights in activating possibilities through collaborative partnerships and performances in unusual spaces across Anchorage. Their work includes stage performances, site-specific collaborations, workshops, teaching residencies, and outreach programmes in schools. The company's core values are rooted in collaboration, and they work with innovative artists and organizations throughout the city.
The collective also runs community education programmes including Breaking Ground and The Light Brigade, alongside in-school teaching and outreach work. Auditions are held regularly for those interested in joining the company.
What to expect
Your first visit
Drop in for a summer company class on Tuesday evenings, or attend the weekly class schedule year-round. You'll find a welcoming space designed for all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned dancers. The studio also regularly hosts After Hours events on First Fridays with gallery exhibitions and live performances.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
The studio welcomes dancers of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences, from beginners to seasoned performers.
Studio history
Momentum Dance Collective has 17 years of performance and community event history in Anchorage. The company was founded on a collaborative approach and a belief in the transformative power of art for positive social change.
Styles offered
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Gallery
The people, the parties and the dancing here
Amenities
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Momentum Dance Collectivehasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
If you own Momentum Dance Collective, claiming the studio lets you add a public schedule in about 2 minutes. A free Google Calendar is the easiest path — visitors see your class times inline + can add events to their own calendar.
Frequently asked about Momentum Dance Collective
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Momentum Dance Collective teach?
Momentum Dance Collective teaches Contemporary. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Momentum Dance Collective located?
Momentum Dance Collective is located in Anchorage, AK. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Momentum Dance Collective offer private lessons?
Contact Momentum Dance Collective directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Momentum Dance Collective teach kids and adults?
Momentum Dance Collective welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Momentum Dance Collective?
The fastest path is to visit Momentum Dance Collective via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.