ALIGN MVMT

ALIGN MVMT

whAT IS ALIGN MVMT?

ALIGN MVMT is a holistic, elite day ballet training program designed to develop the whole dancer- mind, body, and spirit. Powered by Kaitlyn McDermitt’s mindset-based coaching company, Confidance, this program blends technical ballet instruction with powerful mental training to create lasting transformation.

MISSION STATEMENT

At ALIGN MVMT, our mission is to train and empower dancers to align with their highest potential. We believe true growth begins with alignment: in posture, in purpose, and in how we show up for our craft and our lives. ALIGN MVMT will focus on building technically strong, mentally grounded, and energetically magnetic artists who command attention not just with skill, but with presence. We promise to set our dancers up for success, not matter what route their journey takes them.

WHY ALIGN?

In ballet, we must be physically aligned to execute movement safely and beautifully.
In life, we must align our actions with our goals to create real transformation.
ALIGN MVMT teaches dancers to live with intention, connect with purpose, and train with clarity.

Program Overview

  • Season Dates: August 18, 2026 – May 6, 2027

  • Schedule: Monday through Thursday

  • Class Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

  • Divisions: Upper and Lower

    • Preparatory Division: lower division

    • Pre-Professional Division: upper division

    • dancers will be placed based on level*

  • Attendance Commitment:

    • Dancers may choose which days they attend

    • Selected days must remain consistent each week (e.g., Monday/Wednesday)

    • Schedule consistency is required for proper progression and group cohesion

  • Class Size:

    • Limited to 16 dancers per class to ensure individualized attention

  • Training Focus:

    • Ballet technique

    • Pre-pointe

    • Pointe

    • Strength and conditioning

    • Stretch and flexibility

    • Contemporary

    • Modern

    • Men’s class (pending on interest)

    • Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT)

    • Confidance Coaching (mindset)

    • and more!

  • Private Coaching:

    • Available for all dancers

      • Competition coaching receives first priority

      • Additional private coaching available based on remaining availability

  • Program Director:

    • Kaitlyn McDermitt

    • 26+ years of ballet training

    • BFA in Dance Performance, Southern Methodist University

    • 8+ years of professional performance experience

    • 16 years of teaching experience

  • Location:

    • Axis Dance Company – Brentwood, Tennessee

  • Enrollment & Commitment:

    • Enrollment is on a per-semester contract basis

    • Fall Semester: August – December

    • Spring Semester: January – May

    • Dancers must fulfill their semester contract if enrolled

    • Continued participation into the spring semester requires signing a new contract

    • The semester structure allows families to evaluate if the program is the right fit before committing to the full year

  • Auditions:

    • Auditions are required for acceptance into the program

    • Audition dates will be announced soon

    • If unable to attend, a private audition must be scheduled

WHY MVMT?

Mindset and Vision Create Meaningful Transformation. This is not just another dance class. MVMT is a focused training experience designed to help dancers move with purpose. MVMT is part of a growing movement in the dance world to train smarter, not just harder, and to take better care of our dancers from the inside out.

Information Station

To ensure every dancer thrives in our focused training environment, please review the following requirements:

Eligibility

  • Dancer must have a minimum of 4 years of ballet training to be considered for this program.

  • New dancers interested must email Alignmvmtbyconfidance@gmail.com for an opportunity to audition for a spot in our program!

Dress Code

To maintain professionalism and unity:

  • Leotard (any color)

  • Pink Tights (Capezio, Bloch, Bodywrappers, Silky, So Danca)

  • Hair must be slicked back into a clean ballet bun or French twist

  • Canvas Ballet shoes

  • Warm-ups to keep warm around the studio

All ballet attire can be purchased at our local dance store Bellissimo Dance Boutique

Season 2 begins august 17th, 2026

To access the full Align MVMT program, dancers must audition and be enrolled as members. Membership includes all classes offered throughout the week, including ballet, cross-training, contemporary, mindset coaching, and more.

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

  • Align MVMT training

    Align Foundations

    Ages 9-18

    For dancers looking to build a strong technical base while growing confidence in a supportive, focused environment. For the dancer who wants to commit to coming 1 day a week.

    (by request only/limited to few students)

    1 day/week

    Includes:

    -Access to Align MVMT classes on designated day

    -Access to Align MVMT community

    -$190 a month

  • Align Essentials

    AGES 9- 18

    For dancers ready to commit to consistent training and start aligning their technique with intentional goals. For the dancer who can commit to 2 days a week.

    2 days/week

    Includes:

    -Access to Align MVMT classes offered on designated days

    -Access to the Align MVMT community

    -$290 per month

  • Align Progression

    Ages 9-18

    For dedicated dancers who are serious about refining their technique, building strength, and achieving your goals. This is access to 3 days a week WITHOUT private coaching.

    3 days/we

    Includes:

    -Access to all Align MVMT classes on designated days

    -Access to Align MVMT community

    -Mentorship through out season

    -$375 per month

  • Align Elite

    AGES 9-18

    For dancers fully invested in aligning their training with their biggest dreams. For the dancers who want access to 4 days a week

    4 days/week

    Includes:

    -Access to all Align MVMT classes

    -Access to Align MVMT community

    -Mentorship though out the season

    -$450 per month

PRIVATE COACHING

Private coaching is available to all dancers enrolled in the Align MVMT program and is designed to provide individualized attention, technical growth, artistry development, and competition preparation.

Please note that dancers participating in ballet competitions will receive first priority for private lesson scheduling, as consistent coaching is a required part of their training and competition preparation. Competition dancers will have regularly scheduled private lessons throughout the week, with additional rehearsals potentially added as competitions approach.

auditions

Date: Saturday May 23rd 2026

Time:12pm-1:30pm

Ages 9-12

Location: Axis Dance Company, Brentwood TN

Email Headshot, Dancer Resume, Dancer Name and age to alignmvmtbyconfidance@gmail.com

Date: Saturday, May 23rd 2026

Time: 2pm-3:30pm

Ages 13-17

Location: Axis Dance Company, Brentwood TN

Email Headshot, Dancer Resume, Dancer Name and age to alignmvmtbyconfidance@gmail.com