
Little Leapers and LEAP Performing Arts Academy
Private
Little Leapers & LEAP Performing Arts Academy at 103 Professional Park Drive SE in Blacksburg is a dance and performing-arts studio teaching ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and musical theatre, with a literacy-linked curriculum for its youngest dancers. Its summer camps are short themed sessions of two to five days, including a Kids Director Camp in which campers write a story, pick music and choreography, design posters, cast the show, and run backstage tasks and lighting, plus musical theatre, cheer, princess, and superhero camps.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Little Leapers and LEAP Performing Arts Academy directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Powered by GoogleThere’s so much to say about LEAP Performing Arts Academy/Little Leapers. Miss Heather and her staff are the best technical teachers in the region but with Heather’s unique curriculum, young students begin to learn the language of dance through song and games. Dancers who start in middle/high school also learn in a safe, body positive and fun environment. It’s never too late to start!! Our dance family has given my children so much love, encouragement, motivation, and instruction to allow them to be the best dancers, make their best friends, have the best time, and learn strong work ethic. I’d make the choice to sign up for Little Leapers again like I did over 10 years ago over and over. It’s one of the best things we’ve ever done for their confidence and growth. We absolutely adore this place and love our teachers, Miss Heather, Krista, Rylie, Claire, Ellery, Cam and Izzy, to name a few. I never write reviews, I am to help parents who might be struggling trying to decide to sign up for dance and knowing where to start. The benefits of dance are too numerous to list but it assists in almost every part of childhood development. Little Leapers is an amazing place to start and stay throughout high school!!
Our two kiddos have been with Little Leapers & LEAP Performing Arts Academy (LL&LPA) for four years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our kids love LL&LPA for its friendly environment, excitable teachers, and various performance aspects. As a parent, I love that LL&LPA meets every individual where they’re at to both properly challenge and nurture them. Additionally, the LL&LPA team has a very high care-factor with their magical performances, competitions that showcase talent with modesty, and excellent classes/curriculum that sets their dances up for successes of all kinds. It really is a gem dance studio. - Essie Jackson
We recently hosted my daughter's 5th birthday party at Little Leapers and it was absolutely amazing! They went above and beyond to make it a magical experience. They had Belle herself join the party, organized fun activities, and even planned a ballet/dance lesson which the kids loved. Walking into a beautifully decorated room where everything was taken care of was such a relief; I only needed to bring the cupcakes! Belle stayed with the girls throughout, joining them for snacks and making the day extra special. They were even prepared to order pizza for us, although we decided to bring our own. The entire experience was seamless and stress-free, and my daughter still talks about her unforgettable party. Thank you so much to the Little Leapers team for creating such cherished memories!
Little Leapers is really a place of magic. I never thought I would ever enjoy dancing and objected to coming here the first time, but after just one trial partnering class with the students and owner Heather Leeper, I instantly fell in love. Countless kids come through the doors everyday find this place magical as well because Little Leapers has really build a wonderful community that brings joy to everyone who is interested in dance.
My little girl has been at Little Leapers for two years and we love it! She has some special needs and the teachers have been so patient with her while also challenging her at the same time. I really like that they don't just teach dance. They teach their students about kindness, confidence, and hard work. It is an amazing place for all types of dancers!



