Empowering Educators and Families
Our Mission
Inspirations Dance & Academics is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating accessible opportunities for individuals of all abilities and income levels to learn, grow, and thrive.
Founded in Spokane, Washington in 2014 as an inclusive dance studio serving individuals with unique abilities and families facing financial barriers, Inspirations has grown into a broader community organization recognizing that support extends far beyond the dance studio. Through our work with families, we have seen a growing need for literacy, dyslexia intervention, academic support, and meaningful learning opportunities.
Today, Inspirations Dance & Academics brings these areas together under one umbrella, offering inclusive dance, after-school programs, tutoring, dyslexia and literacy support, summer learning programs, and other educational and enrichment opportunities.
Our goal is to remove barriers and create spaces where every individual—regardless of ability, learning difference, or financial circumstance—has the opportunity to discover their strengths, build confidence, develop new skills, and experience success.
We proudly serve families in the Spokane community and Cowlitz County, connecting movement, learning, and community to help individuals reach their full potential.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Helping Behaviors in the Classroom and at Home
Summer School 2026!
Our goal is to help professionals and families better understand the children in their care and equip them with practical tools to navigate challenging behaviors through the lens of each child’s unique personality needs.
Science of Reading Training, Lessons and Activities
Summer School 2026!
The Science of Reading can feel complex and overwhelming at first, but we’ve made it easier to grasp with clear, weekly lessons, engaging videos, hands-on activities, and more — all designed to support your learning and teaching journey.
This is a beginner-friendly how-to guide, though having some prior knowledge or training will be helpful.
Summer School 2026!
Summer School 2026!
Summer School Program and MORE
Summer 2026
Held at Mint Valley Elementary in
Longview, WA
(not affiliated with the district)
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Other Services:
Dance Classes held in Spokane - FOUND HERE
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​Tutoring and Academic Supports throughought the school year
