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Rivertown Dance Academy
Tarrytown, NY · EIN 813574447 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE A6E · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · rivertowndanceacademy.org
revenue
$525K
expenses
$519K
net assets
$164K
employees
30
volunteers
15
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

Rivertown Dance Academy was founded on the belief that everyone, regardless of ability to pay, should have the opportunity to pursue high-quality and comprehensive dance education.

profile · synthesized from sources

Rivertown Dance Academy provides comprehensive dance education to students of all ages and abilities, with a focus on accessibility regardless of financial means. Based in Tarrytown, NY, the organization offers training in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, modern, and inclusive dance through its studio programs and summer camps. It serves local youth and adults, including students with disabilities, through community partnerships and specialized instruction.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Inclusive Dance Program
Specialized dance instruction for students of all abilities, including those with disabilities, led by faculty such as Grace Cotter and Leah Barcelo
Junior Repertory Program
Training and performance program for young dancers led by Erica Moshman, focusing on ballet, modern, and inclusive dance practices
Summer at RDA
Summer dance camp offering classes in multiple disciplines for children and youth, featuring camp faculty including Gianna Vasquez Bartolini and Maddie Hopfield
Teen Repertory Program
Advanced dance training and performance opportunity for teenagers directed by Jessica Horgan
Youth Repertory Program
Performance and training program for young dancers directed by Jill Moshman, including early childhood dance and ballet
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Ballet and Dance Education Programs 5 activities
    • Intergenerational and family dance programming
      Offers dance classes and events designed for families and intergenerational participation, including Family Tap classes and Tiny Feet classes for young children with caregivers.
    • Pre-professional dance training and performance opportunities
      Operates pre-professional ballet and contemporary training programs with graduated levels (Ballet A–E, Contemporary I–IV) and provides opportunities for masterclasses, workshops, professional performances, photoshoots, and culminating performances at the annual RDA Festival.
    • Specialized dance programs for people with disabilities and inclusive settings
      Provides Inclusive Dance classes for participants with and without disabilities, Seated Dance classes for adults over 45 with mobility challenges, and movement programs for students with autism in NYC District 75 public schools.
    • Summer dance camps and intensives for children and youth
      Provides summer dance programs including weekly classes, camps for children ages 3 to 6, and intensive training for youth ages 7 to 18, running from June to August each year.
    • Year-round dance education programs for all ages and abilities
      Offers ongoing dance classes, workshops, and performing ensembles year-round for individuals of all ages and skill levels, including specialized programming for early childhood, youth, teens, and adults. Programs include Creative Movement, Elementary Dance, Ballet, Contemporary, Acro, Stretch, and Inclusive Dance classes.
  • Children's Themed Birthday Parties 1 activity
    • Community dance events and birthday parties
      Hosts dance-themed birthday parties with options for themed decorations, crafts, food, and dance classes, and organizes community events such as Silver Fest, which includes performances and dance parties.
  • Dance Program Access and Scholarship Support 1 activity
    • Financial accessibility programs for dance education
      Offers financial aid, payment plans, and sliding-scale support to ensure access to dance programs regardless of ability to pay.
  • Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
    • Onsite childcare during special events
      Provides supervised childcare during fundraising and community events such as Silver Fest, including play spaces with climbing structures, art centers, pizza parties, and snacks.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$525K
Contributions & grants$59K11%
Program service revenue$463K88%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$519K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$272K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$272K
Cash$19K
Investments$0
Liabilities$108K
Net assets$164K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +33.2%
relationships · 19

Who they work with

  • Amigos de RDA Partner — Volunteer committee supporting Rivertown Dance Academy.
  • Asia Bonilla Partner — Instructor for Teen Stretch and Adult Stretch classes, bringing expertise as a certified personal trainer and corrective exercise specialist.
  • Battery Dance Network — Professional affiliation through Robin Cantrell, who was a member for 17 years.
  • Dance Matters Partner — Collaborated with Mariana Sanchez of Dance Matters to create a Boys Ballet program in Queens, NY.
  • District 75 NYC Public Schools Partner — Creates and provides dance programs for students with autism in District 75 NYC Public Schools.
  • Friends of RDA Partner — Volunteer committee supporting Rivertown Dance Academy.
  • Kent Miller Studios Partner — Sponsor of the 2026-2027 season.
  • Kent Miller Studios Partner — Sponsor of the 2026–2027 season.
  • Les Ballet Afrik Partner — Karma Stylz is a member of this acclaimed company, indicating a collaborative artistic relationship.
  • Limón Dance Company Network — Artistic affiliation through Mary Ford Sussman, who was a principal dancer with the company.
  • Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan Partner — Initiated a theater dance program for seniors at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan.
  • Silver Pro Music Partner — Event venue and sponsor for the Silver Fest fundraising event.
  • Silver Pro Music Partner — Sponsor of the 2026-2027 season and venue host for the Silver Fest event.
  • Snap Fitness Government — Located near Snap Fitness with parking access from behind the facility.
  • Snap Fitness Partner — Location near Snap Fitness parking lot provides accessibility to Rivertown Dance Academy's facility.
  • Snap Fitness Partner — Rivertown Dance Academy is located in a building accessible from the parking lot behind Snap Fitness.
  • Square Government — Processes credit card payments for Rivertown Dance Academy
  • Square Government — Processes credit card payments for Rivertown Dance Academy.
  • Square Government — Processes credit card payments for the organization
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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  • Developmentally Appropriate Programming
    methodology: developmentally-appropriate_programming
    By tailoring dance instruction to the developmental stages of children and youth, the academy enhances learning and engagement, because age-differentiated programming aligns with cognitive and physical development needs.
  • Inclusive Dance Practice and Culture
    methodology: inclusive_dance_practice
    By implementing inclusive policies—including a flexible dress code that respects gender identity and cultural beliefs—and fostering a diverse, respectful environment, the academy strengthens community participation and dancer well-being, because inclusive practices promote dignity, belonging, and engagement for all.
  • Integrated Technique Training Model
    methodology: integrated-technique-training
    By requiring advanced dancers in expressive styles like Contemporary and Theater Jazz to also study ballet, the academy ensures technical proficiency and expressive depth, because integrating classical foundation with modern and jazz movement produces more grounded, versatile dancers.
  • Sliding Scale Access for Dance Education
    methodology: sliding_scale_access
    By offering need-based financial aid and flexible payment plans, Rivertown Dance Academy increases access to high-quality dance education for families regardless of financial means, because removing financial barriers enables broader participation and pursuit of excellence in dance.