TRIP, which stands for Technique, Rehearse, Implement, and Perform, was founded 11 years ago by Helena Sullivan, owner of the Stowe Dance Academy, with a mission to promote opportunities for dancers to strengthen dance skills in the genres of ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, and more. Additionally, TRIP provides opportunities to compete as a team at regional New England competitions, to take dance classes from world-renowned teachers, and to perform at community events.

The TRIP Dance Company, now in its eleventh year, is a competitive dance troupe associated with the Stowe Dance Academy.  It began in 2000 with 6 teenagers and has expanded in 2011/12 to include 42 dancers aged 8-18.  TRIP offers young dancers from Lamoille Valley and beyond the opportunity to master technique and performance skills in the areas of Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Hip-Hop.  TRIP dancers take classes with nationally recognized teachers at regional conventions, compete as a team at New England dance competitions, and perform at community events and fundraisers. 

TRIP, originally named by young company dancers at its inception, stands for Technique, Rehearse, Implement and Perform.