ABOUT US

DANCE FOR ALL

The Movement Society is where adults of all abilities, backgrounds, and body types come to move, grow, and belong — right here in Marietta, GA.

Our mission is simple: to make dance an inspiring, uplifting, and empowering part of everyday life. From ballet and contemporary to jazz, hip hop, and beyond, our classes are designed to spark joy, build confidence, and connect you with a vibrant community. At The Movement Society, we celebrate diversity, embrace individuality, and believe there’s a place on the dance floor for everyone.

For over two decades, our studios have been dedicated to training pre-professional ballet dancers at the highest level. But professional dance is a niche career — only about 3–5% of aspiring dancers will go on to make it their livelihood. That leaves the vast majority of people, who share the same love for movement, without a place to continue exploring that passion beyond a professional path.

The Movement Society was created to change that. Our goal is to build an inclusive program for adults who simply love to dance. Whether you’re continuing your training, exploring new styles, supplementing your current practice, or just moving for the joy of it, our adult open classes welcome all levels and all backgrounds.

We are committed to offering a wide range of disciplines and bringing in a diverse group of instructors — teachers who not only share their expertise, but who inspire enthusiasm, spark curiosity, and give every student the confidence to move like they’ve always belonged on the dance floor.

Now, with a beautiful studio space, a vibrant vision, and a true community mindset, we’re opening our doors wider than ever before. The Movement Society is working to grow what we hope will become Metro Atlanta’s version of New York’s thriving adult dance scene: a place where everyone can move, grow, and belong.

Why we Started The Movement Society

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MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

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  • Ballet Pedagogue | Biomechanics Researcher

    Instructor: Adult Ballet Classes

    From foundational technique to professional-level training, our Adult Ballet program offers a complete progression for dancers at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re stepping into the studio for the first time, returning after a long break, or maintaining peak form post-career, our classes are designed to meet you where you are.
    Each level emphasizes correct alignment, musicality, and artistry in a supportive environment—starting with gentle introductions to vocabulary and form, advancing through dynamic combinations, and culminating in rigorous, full-bodied training for seasoned dancers. With a focus on both personal growth and technical excellence, our ballet classes offer something meaningful for every mover.

    Caroline Laubacher-Simpkins brings an exceptional combination of classical ballet expertise and scientific knowledge. A former professional dancer with The Georgia Ballet, Caroline trained under renowned artists including Gigi Hyatt and Janusz Mazon. She has taught at Atlanta Ballet, North Atlanta Dance Academy, and ICSB, and has coached Youth America Grand Prix finalists.
    Caroline has a PhD in Biomechanics and her award-winning dissertation research focused on the benefits of ballet for balance and fall prevention in older adults. Her classes are known for their clarity, discipline, and nurturing attention to alignment and longevity in movement.

  • Creative Director | Choreographer

    Instructor: Stage Hip-Hop

    This class is where Hip-Hop meets the spotlight. Designed for dancers who want to bring street-inspired movement to the live stage, Stage Hip-Hop focuses on performance-ready choreography, stage presence, and musicality. While rooted in the foundations of Hip-Hop, this class also explores how to adapt and elevate the style for theatrical settings, big stage energy, and live audiences. Dancers will learn to perform with confidence, precision, and connection—turning raw movement into showstopping moments. Perfect for students who love Hip-Hop and want to command the stage.

    Brent Smith is a multifaceted Creative Director, Choreographer, and Dancer who has captivated audiences across the U.S. and internationally. With a dynamic career spanning musicals, concerts, music videos, and television/film, Brent brings a distinctive voice to every room he enters. His credits include work with Tobe Nwigwe, CeeLo Green, Debbie Allen, and productions like The Lion King, In The Heights, and Chicago. He currently serves as Creative Director for Groundwork Dance Company and Burlesque Houston, while mentoring dancers nationwide. Brent’s classes fuse performance artistry with technical depth and contagious energy.

  • Contemporary & Jazz Fusion Specialist

    Instructor: Int/Adv Contemporary

    Designed for experienced movers, this high-level contemporary class blends technical precision with raw expression. The session begins with a full-body warm-up focused on alignment, control, and strength-building, followed by challenging across-the-floor progressions that emphasize momentum, floor work, and musicality.
    Class concludes with a choreographic phrase that pushes dancers to explore dynamic range, athleticism, and storytelling through movement. Cammi’s style encourages dancers to take risks, connect emotionally, and develop a deeper sense of artistry—all within a supportive and inspiring environment.

    A Southern California native, Cammi Nevarez blends commercial polish with grounded, athletic modern technique. With a B.A. in Dance from Point Park University, her professional credits span international tours (Rock The Ballet X), TV/film choreography (Concussion with Will Smith), and collaborations with Parsons Dance, Nickelodeon, and Sony Pictures. Cammi’s choreography has been featured in indie films and competition stages across the country. Now based in Atlanta, she continues to shape the future of dance in the commercial and performing arts industries with emotionally charged and technically challenging work.