All About The Arch
The Arch Method, formerly known as Army of Sass, is St. John’s first high-heels dance performance and training group. In 2015, Arch Method founder Heidi Dowden realized the city had no dance classes meant for beginners… or just for adults who wanted to let their hair down. She decided to put her years of dance and choreography training to work.
Today, The Arch Method has put off close to 30 shows and helped 700+ dancers shine on stage. Our team has grown to include more than 20 expert instructors and assistants – many of whom were brand new dancers when they started with us.
How The Arch Works
Heels dancing isn’t just about looking sexy (but trust us, you’ll feel AMAZING when you nail that booty pop for the first time!). It also builds strength, cardio, flexibility, and confidence.
Sweat, smile, and shake off the week’s worries in 13 two-hour studio sessions across the city. Then, get ready to show off your hard-earned skills in a breathtaking show! Performance is completely optional, but if you give it a chance, you might be surprised how much you love letting loose on stage.
Every semester features a different selection of artists and musical genres. We even offer Drop-In Classes and Workshops so you can discover new styles and techniques, practice perfecting a tricky move, and become more comfortable and empowered by the minute.
Unsure if heels dancing is for you? Check out our FAQ and put your mind at ease!
