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Providing Premier Dance Training for Over 10 Years

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Embrace Your Passion Dance With Us

Riar Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA) is an exclusive, multi-disciplinary dance training institution. Serving Dublin, Fremont, Mountain House, Elk Grove, and Milpitas in California, we offer a diverse range of specialized styles and forms:

Acro

Ballet

Ballroom and Social Dance

Bhangra

Bollywood

Breakdancing/B-Boying

Contemporary

Hip Hop

Jazz

Kathak (Classical North Indian Dance)

Yoga

All of our classes are led by entertainment industry professionals who have honed their craft, performed, and collaborated with many renowned celebrities. So, you’re sure to get excellent instruction and guidance in learning your preferred dance style.

Welcoming Dance Enthusiasts of
All Ages and Skill Levels

We hold classes year-round catered to toddlers, kids, juniors/tweens, teens, adults,
and advanced and intermediate placements.
Our academy also offers unique and award-winning programs, such as:

SHOWKIDS ™

INTENSIVE TRAINING PROGRAM ™ (ITP)

Adults Intensive Programs

We have the perfect class for everyone, from children exploring movement
to experienced dancers refining their techniques.

Proudly Showcasing Talent

At Riar Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA), we nurture performers and give them opportunities to shine on stage. That’s why we host spectacular, large-scale student shows every school year.

Our Advanced-Level ITP students also perform year-round at various large-scale events and competitions throughout the California Bay Area and beyond. Some of our students even had the privilege of performing in movies, music videos, and at Disneyland!

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What Clients Say About Us

Nov 11, 2018
My daughter has been a student of Rapa for 3 years now. Karan and Meera Riar are very dedicated to the students. Classes and shows are super organized!! We have loads of fun. We see marked improvement in her skills and are excited to continue our journey with Rapa!

Meera Raman

Apr 09, 2020
Instructors break down the steps really well to make it easy to learn new styles also. Very friendly team, great energy, and positive spirit always!

Rajani Partha

Apr 12, 2020
Loving the dance classes!
Very dedicated & Enthusiastic dance teachers.

Sangeeta Dighe

Super excited can’t wait for another awesome season... Rapa made our Sunday’s super excited ...Rapa Rocks !!

awesome... daughter loves it

My daughter has been a student of Rapa for 3 years now. Karan and Meera riar are very dedicated to the students. Classes and shows are super organized!!

We had a wonderful experience with Kathak class. My daughter loves coming to class and shares with her friends at school the new choreography she’s learned.

Let’s Get Dancing!

Whether you’re a budding dancer or a seasoned performer, Riar Academy of Performing Arts is the perfect place to unleash your talent. Our instructors, dance styles, and performance opportunities create an enriching experience for all.

Connect with us today to enroll or learn more about our classes and programs. We can’t wait to welcome you to our family and share the joy of dancing together!

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