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Simone Knowelle Dance Project

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Repertory dance company & dance facilitators for daycares and after-school programs in Philadelphia.

Our Mission

Wellness through Dance & Yoga

We boost mental, physical and spiritual-moral growth through movement and mindfulness, using multisensory learning to reach every child.

✔ Philadelphia clearances✔ Fully insured✔ 15+ daycares & schools

Trusted across Philly

Our instructors hold Philadelphia clearances and insurance, and teach at over 15 daycares and schools throughout Philadelphia.

Programs & Services

Movement for every stage

FREE demo class

Daycares, Preschools & Toddlers

Dance & yoga classes designed for little movers. Try a free demo class at your center.

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After-School Programs

Engaging dance & yoga sessions that bring movement and mindfulness to after-school time.

Youth Classes

Classes for young dancers to grow in technique, confidence and creative expression.

Repertory Company

Performances and tours by the SKDP repertory company, in Philadelphia and across the country.

Event Activations

Dance activations for brands and events, such as the Nationwide activation at CIAA in Baltimore via PMM Agency.

Why it matters

Benefits of Dance & Yoga

Movement, meditation, visualization and breathing help children feel good in body and mind.

  • Aids social, emotional and behavioral development
  • Supports self-regulation
  • Reduces anxiety and builds confidence
  • Improves focus, clarity and health through meditation, visualization and breathing

Founder & Artistic Director

Meet Simone Knowelle

A Southern California native and legacy dancer, Simone started dancing at age 3 with her mom, Kimberly Gadlin. She founded SKDP to create a safe space for dancers to express their art in a healthy and nurturing environment.

Training

  • Started at age 3 with her mom, Kimberly Gadlin
  • Inland Pacific Ballet
  • Summers at Dallas Black Dance Theater
  • The Philadelphia Dance School
  • Danco 2 (D/2)