About Us
ROOTS Academy’s mission is to equip the next generation of performers with the skills, mindset and confidence to thrive on any stage
Welcome
Thanks for stopping by! My wife, Kristy, and I founded ROOTS Academy in 2012 with a simple idea—create a place where students of all ages can learn and grow in a safe, creative, and inspiring environment. Today, we are a vibrant community of over 1,400 growth-minded creatives pursuing our passions in music, dance, and theatre.
At ROOTS, everything we do is guided by The ROOTS Way, built on three core values:
✅ Mindset Matters – Growth begins with the right mindset.
✅ Excellence Matters – We strive for our best in everything we do.
✅ People Matter – Every student, family, and instructor is valued.
If you’re wondering whether ROOTS Academy is the right fit for you, we invite you to come in and experience it for yourself. We offer free trial music lessons and dance classes, so you can explore and find what inspires you.
I hope to see you in the studio soon!
-Kyle
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email info@rootsacademy.com or call/text us at (615) 804-1177.
what we offer
our promise
We are so confident that you’ll love your experience at ROOTS that we guarantee your satisfaction for the first 30 days (4 classes or lessons), or your money back.
THE ROOTS WAY
Our mission is to train & develop musicians and dancers through leadership that inspires, serves and challenges everyone to give their best. We believe passionately in the power of the arts to impact lives and inspire creativity for the benefit of the community and the world.
mindset
matters
(How we Think)
We believe a healthy mindset affects how we show up in and outside the studio.
excellence
matters
(What we Do)
We believe excellence comes when defining & preparing for success is matched with discipline & passion.
people
matter
(How we Act)
We believe a healthy mindset affects how we show up in and outside the studio.
Meet our team
Meet the dedicated team who guide ROOTS Academy’s mission to inspire, serve, and develop artists through music, dance and theatre education.
Meet our team
Meet the dedicated team who guide ROOTS Academy’s mission to inspire, serve, and develop artists through music, dance and theatre education.
Leadership Team
Dance team
Music team
Marketing team
Operations team
Our History
cool springs • brentwood • franklin
ROOTS campus
Located in the heart of Cool Springs, the ROOTS Academy Campus spans 18,400 square feet across three facilities: the Main Building, the Annex, and Studio M.
Our Brentwood, TN campus includes 15 music lesson studios, 7 dance studios with professional sprung floors, and a fully equipped band studio. Parents can enjoy four welcoming lobby areas with comfortable workspaces and seating, designed for both relaxation and productivity. The campus also offers 95 parking spaces and filtered water stations for added convenience.
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testimonials
Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what some of our families have to say about their ROOTS experience.
Doesn´t matter if you take voice, instrument or dance class, you will get the bets. My daughter takes music lessons for 3 years and I would never change.
And the band program is just cool, the kids feel like rock stars!
Can´t wait for another showcase on your stage!
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The countdown to AMPLIFY is officially on 🎉
As we get closer to May 31, we’re taking a moment to shout out our Tiny, Petite, Peewee, and Mini Company teams.
These dancers have been showing up all season—training hard, competing, and growing every step of the way.
We can’t wait to see them hit the stage and turn it UP! 💚
May 6
Spring RMA Fest 2025 — an incredible night of performances, milestones, and celebration. 🌟
From featuring our seniors, to welcoming first-time performers, to opening and closing the night with our OnStage bands, we couldn’t be prouder of every student who took the stage.
Thank you for making this weekend unforgettable. 🎶
Apr 29
Behind every performance is a hundred quiet moments like this—focused, intentional, and full of growth. It doesn’t always look flashy, but this is where the real progress happens. 🥁
We can’t wait to hear our performers bring it all to life at RMA. The work they’re putting in now is what makes the stage so meaningful.
Apr 7