Why choose us?

Bring dance and cheer to your own backyard — literally! Northern Lights Performing Arts is rolling into Conrad and nearby towns to make dance, cheer, and movement classes available and affordable for everyone. No long drives, no big-city prices: just local instructors, flexible schedules, and programs designed for all ages and abilities.

Why this matters:

  • Community-first: Classes held right here in town so families don’t spend hours on the road.

  • Affordable options: Sliding-scale pricing and scholarship spots keep participation open to everyone.

  • Inclusive programming: Recreational to competitive, tiny-tots to adults, adaptive options welcome.

  • Local impact: Build confidence, teamwork, and neighborhood connections — one leap and cheer at a time.

Ready to dance down the street instead of up the highway? We’re here for Conrad and the surrounding communities — because arts and joy should be close, friendly, and for everyone.

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Meet Your Instructors

Casaundra Putnam

With numerous years of cheerleading and dance experience, as well as coaching roles, I have developed a deep passion for the sport. I've also conducted several stunting workshops, sharing my skills and knowledge with others. I have a deep love for dance, specializing in country western swing, hip hop and of course cheer. I love teaching and am excited to continue to grow and succeed together! 

Hailey Zylks

I started dancing at five years old and have been dancing ever since.  I studied a variety of disciplines, including ballet for 6 years, tap dancing for 3 years, and hula for two years at Elk grove dance studio. I cheered for Conrad High School for 3 years, and I studied ballroom with an emphasis on country western swing for 5 years at various locations. Im looking forward to sharing my love of dance with the community.  

Hayley Vandenbos

Hello everyone, I am Hayley Vanden Bos and I will be teaching the pre k ballet. Born and raised here in small town Conrad and I started taking dance lessons at just 3 years old when Jeans school of dance was a thing. I have always had a passion for dancing, learning, and teaching dance, and that is why I love being a part of these littles first dance classes. Looking forward to teaching these girls the basics to ballet and having fun while doing it.  

Love teaching dance? Ready to share your moves and personality? Join us.

You must be:

  • Certified dance teacher for any age

  • Clear communicator with strong classroom management

  • Joyful, positive energy

  • Any style: ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip‑hop, tap, adaptive, etc.

  • Available for weekly classes and occasional weekend rehearsals/performances

Ready to Take Center Stage?

Send us your details, and we’ll start choreographing a plan that fits your rhythm.