Ellen Alvin Dance Exchange, LLC
Commitment - Consistency - Community
Technical DanceTraining
Welcome to the Trading Floor!
Who We Are:
EADE was established in 2019 and designed to offer dancers a platform to train in dance. From recreational to competitive training programs, EADE offers multiple training pathways to accommodate various dancer goals ranged from ages three to adult.
EADE not only grooms technical dance training but also develops students into hard-working, fast-learning, professional individuals.
2024-2025 EADE Family
Our Misson / Our Vision / Our Values
EADE teachers are committed to providing every student with a comprehensive understanding of the art form—passionately infusing each student with the love, freedom, and power of dance.
EADE's vision:
- create a community of dancers who are safely trained in dance techniques
- create a supportive and encouraging dance environment
- create a performance platform for dancers to share artistic information
EADE's core values are commitment, consistency, and community--all focused on providing technical dance training.
What is the Trading Floor?
The Trading Floor is a dance showcase event hosted by Ellen Alvin Dance Exchange. The Floor allows for an exchange of creative artistry. Students receive an opprotunity to perform as well as learn from other dance performers. The Trading Floor further enables students to engage in artistic growth and diversity.
To EADE, dance is an avenue for artistic exchange or "trading" of ideas which enriches individuals not only as dancers but also as members of a community. Join us on the Trading Floor!
Meet the Owner
Riley Perkins founded Ellen Alvin Dance Exchange in 2019 while studying at Austin Peay State University. After graduating in May 2020 with a BBA in Finance/Economics, Riley decided to expand the studio into the middle Tennessee area. Riley danced competitively for nine years and performed with the APSU Dance Ensemble for three years. Riley is a certified Dance Masters of America teacher and serves on the Finance Committee and as Co-Chair of Solo Performance for DMA Chapter 33. Riley represented DMA Chapter 33 as the chapter delegate on the National DMA Board of Directors. Riley is devoted to creating a constructive learning environment and information platform capable of developing successful dancers.