Welcome to Ultraflex Dance Academy, where we redefine the dance class experience! At Ultraflex, we blend a vibrant mix of dance styles like hip hop and contemporary into every class, while also incorporating moments of mindfulness at the start and end of each session. Our unique FlexYoStyle teaching method is meticulously designed to strike the perfect balance between fun, learning, and progression, ensuring every dancer, regardless of age or level, finds joy and growth in their dance journey.
Proudly an award-winning dance school with over 25 years of excellence, Ultraflex stands as a pillar in the dance community, celebrated for our innovation and expertise. We are the pioneers behind the FlexYoStyle Dance teaching method, marking our place as the creators of one of the first comprehensive Dance Teacher Training courses in Ireland.
Join us for our weekly classes and become part of a legacy where passion meets purpose, and every move is a step towards greatness. Dive into the ultimate dance experience at Ultraflex Dance Academy – where your dance dreams become reality.
Meet The Founder
Mrs. Kim Somers – Principal/Director, L.I.D.T.A
About Kim - Founder of UltraFlex Dance Academy
Since founding UltraFlex in 1997, I have dedicated over two decades to cultivating a thriving dance community. Starting with just a single class each week, we now offer classes across multiple locations in Cork and Galway. Over 25 years, Ultra-Flex has grown exponentially, with ambitions to expand nationally and internationally.
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As a business owner and industry leader, I am profoundly aware of what it takes to maintain excellence in this competitive industry. My educational background in child psychology has been invaluable in understanding the learning pathways and behaviors of my students, allowing me to tailor our offerings to better meet their educational and emotional needs.
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Innovative Teaching Platforms: FlexYoStyle and TakeFive
I created FlexYoStyle, a unique class platform that incorporates dance, flexibility, mindful movement, and mini-meditation. This approach is designed to boost confidence, happiness, and focus in children and teenagers, enhancing all areas of their lives and providing them with lifelong skills.
Additionally, I developed TakeFive, an online course that invites all family members to engage in activities like breathing, getting active, stretching, dancing, and meditating. This mini master class connects the mind to movement, promoting a happier, healthier lifestyle.
Personal Journey and Vision
My passion for dance began at the age of seven, despite challenges with rheumatoid arthritis, which doctors feared would confine me to a wheelchair by age 18. Defying these predictions, I started my first dance class at 18 and have since celebrated every day that I can share the joy and transformative power of dance.
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Mission and Future Goals
My mission is to empower and educate both students and teachers to excel in the dynamic landscape of the dance industry. We aim to connect emotions to movement and uphold exceptionally high standards of dance and performance. I am excited to soon introduce FlexYoStyle and TakeFive to a broader audience through studios, schools, crèches, homes, and online platforms, continuing to innovate and expand the reach of our programs.
