The Vive Movement

- 20816 W Gruenther Rd #101, Gretna, NE 68028

The Vive Movement, nestled conveniently between the hubs of Omaha and Lincoln in Gretna, Nebraska, is a rare gem in the region's performing arts landscape. More than a traditional dance school, The Vive Movement is a dynamic dance company and training facility committed to bringing "new life and artistry to dance, elevating souls with aerial silks, and thrilling hearts with skillful acrobatics." Founded on the mission to instill a love of movement and provide quality instruction in a positive, encouraging atmosphere, the studio caters to students from toddlers to pre-professionals.

For Nebraska families, finding a studio that balances challenging, diverse training with a genuinely supportive community is a top priority, and The Vive Movement excels at this balance. Patrons describe the studio as an "absolute blessing" and a place where they are "welcomed with open arms," immediately feeling like part of a family—the "Vive Hive." The core philosophy, inspired by the quote, "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass...It's about learning to dance in the rain," is dedicated to promoting healthy self-expression and building integrity through meaningful movement.

The studio’s commitment to personalized attention ensures that students and families never feel like "just another number." Instead, each child is recognized and valued for their unique talents and potential, allowing them to flourish as both a dancer and a person. This focus on individual growth, combined with an exceptional variety of class offerings, makes The Vive Movement a standout choice for high-quality, comprehensive dance and aerial arts education in the Metro area.

The Vive Movement’s location in Gretna makes it a central and convenient destination for families traveling from Omaha, Lincoln, and surrounding Nebraska towns, seeking its unique and diverse training options.

• Address: 20816 W Gruenther Rd #101, Gretna, NE 68028, USA
• Geographic Advantage: Strategically positioned on West Gruenther Road, the studio effectively serves the major Nebraska hubs, sitting perfectly between Omaha and Lincoln.
• Accessibility: The facility is designed to be fully accessible, featuring both a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot. This commitment ensures the studio is welcoming to all members of the community.
• Payment Convenience: For ease of transaction for Nebraska families, the studio accepts major forms of payment, including Credit Cards and Debit Cards for tuition and fees.

The studio offers an exceptional and diverse range of classes designed to create a well-rounded dancer, covering not just traditional genres but also unique aerial and theatrical arts.

• Diverse Dance Genres for All Ages (Beginner to Pre-Professional):
  • Ballet: Foundational, disciplined training for all levels, including Pre-Ballet classes for the tiniest dancers (ages 4-6).
  • Jazz: Energetic classes focusing on technique, stretching, progressions, turns, and leaps.
  • Tap: Precision training focused on rhythmical and syncopated footwork, teaching multiple styles to broaden musicality.
  • Hip Hop: Hard-hitting, powerful, and fun classes that emphasize body isolation, coordination, and grooves.
  • Contemporary/Improv & Lyrical: Classes that blend the movement quality of Jazz with the technical component of Ballet, encouraging artistic and emotional expression.
  • Musical Theater: Classes focused on combining dance technique with theatrical performance, singing, and acting elements.
  • Ballroom Dance: Instruction in various ballroom styles, expanding a dancer’s versatility.
• Unique Movement & Acrobatic Training:
  • Aerial Silks: A signature offering and a unique opportunity in the Metro area. Classes include basic climbing techniques, knots, and fabric skills to build strength, flexibility, and confidence off the ground.
  • Micro Flyers: An introductory aerial silks class for younger students (ages 6-8).
  • Acro: Focuses on flexibility, strength, control, and basic acrobatic skills/tumbling.
  • Combo - Tap | Jazz | Tumbling: A super fun introductory class for preschoolers combining 20 minutes each of Tap, Jazz, and Tumbling.
• Advanced and Competitive Programs:
  • Leaps and Turns: Specialized classes to perfect technical elements like pirouettes, leg spins, and other advanced technical movements.
  • Pre-Pointe/Pointe: Structured classes to prepare and challenge dancers on pointe, requiring pre-approval for registration.
  • The Vive Company (Competitive Team): Provides pre-professional training, innovative choreography, and numerous performance opportunities at local and national competitions.
• Other Services:
  • Studio Rental: Offering three studios (with multi-purpose marley floors and high ceilings) for rent for outside activities, team meetings, or parties.
  • Private Lessons/Clinics: Available for personalized growth and accelerated training.

The Vive Movement has quickly established itself as a premier destination in the Nebraska dance and movement scene due to its distinctive features.

• Exclusive Aerial Silks Program: The studio is highlighted by patrons as the only facility in the Omaha/Gretna Metro area to offer dedicated Aerial Silks training, providing a unique and highly sought-after skill set.
• Exceptional Training Diversity: The wide-ranging curriculum—from classical Ballet and Tap to modern Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Ballroom, and Acro—ensures students develop into versatile, “all-around dancers.”
• Nurturing and Safe Environment: The philosophy prioritizes a positive, safe, and nurturing space where students are encouraged to grow, learn, and develop a strong work ethic alongside their lifelong friendships.
• Personalized Attention: Instructors are passionate and dedicated to providing individualized training and attention, ensuring each student’s unique talents and potential are recognized and fostered, a key differentiator from larger programs.
• “VIVE HIVE” Community: The sense of a tight-knit community, referred to as the “Vive Hive,” ensures a strong support network that extends beyond the dance floor, fostering a deep sense of belonging.
• Experienced and Passionate Instructors: The creative staff is committed to helping every dancer reach their full potential, with professional training that enhances technique and dance vocabulary.
• Comprehensive Facilities: The studio boasts three modern studio spaces, including two large studios with 20 ft ceilings, which are ideal for aerial and acrobatic training.

Nebraska families interested in exploring the unique dance, aerial, and acro programs at The Vive Movement are encouraged to reach out using the following details.

Address: 20816 W Gruenther Rd #101, Gretna, NE 68028, USA

Phone: (531) 201-1199

Choosing The Vive Movement is choosing an unparalleled artistic experience right here in Nebraska. The primary reason it is worth choosing is its blend of innovative, diverse training—most notably the exclusive Aerial Silks—and its deep commitment to the personal development of every student. Families consistently describe the studio as a "rare gem" and a true "dance home" because the staff is passionate about cultivating confidence, strong work ethic, and positive self-expression.

For parents concerned about their child being "just another number" in a large program, The Vive Movement’s commitment to personalized attention provides a comforting and highly effective alternative. The comprehensive curriculum allows a student to truly become an all-around performer, prepared for either the studio’s competitive company or a lifelong enjoyment of movement. Located centrally between Omaha and Lincoln, The Vive Movement is the ideal destination for any Nebraska family seeking exceptional training and a supportive community for their child’s growth.

The Vive Movement

20816 W Gruenther Rd #101, Gretna, NE 68028, USA