Business Details
14 Years
experience
Premier Dance School in St. Petersburg, FL
Founded in November 2012 by Tiffany Avey and Katie Gehringer, A & G Dance Academy is a thriving community where passion, creativity, and growth take center stage. Our mission is to provide a welcoming space where dancers develop technical excellence while fostering confidence, resilience, and lifelong character. We offer expert instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theatre, acrobatics, aerial arts, and contemporary dance, emphasizing both artistic expression and personal development. Our instructors are dedicated mentors who empower students to break through barriers and achieve their full potential. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, we serve the Tampa Bay area with a commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every dancer feels supported.Our state-of-the-art facility includes five studios, aerial rigging, and spaces designed to enhance learning and community engagement. We believe dance is not just a practice but a way of life that builds creativity, discipline, and lasting connections. Our students consistently excel in competitions and recitals, showcasing the transformative power of dance education. With programs ranging from recreational classes to elite competition teams, we cater to dancers of all skill levels. We invite you to join our family and discover how A & G Dance Academy can help you unlock your artistic potential.
Services
Ballet Instruction
Tap Dance Classes
Jazz Technique
Hip Hop Workshops
Musical Theatre
Acrobatics Training
Aerial Arts
Contemporary Dance
Adult Dance Classes
Competition Teams
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer expert instruction in 8+ dance styles including aerial arts and acrobatics
- Our instructors are professional mentors with decades of combined experience
- We maintain a supportive community environment focused on personal growth
- We provide competitive teams for dancers seeking advanced performance opportunities
- Our state-of-the-art facility includes specialized rigging for aerial training
Services
Ballet Instruction
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through structured training. Students learn proper alignment, turnout, and classical terminology while building strength and grace. Classes emphasize musicality and performance quality for dancers aged 5 to adult.
Aerial Arts
Specialized aerial training includes silks, hoop, and trapeze instruction with state-of-the-art rigging. Classes focus on strength development, safety techniques, and creative choreography. Students progress through skill-based levels with professional supervision.
Competition Teams
Our elite dance company and performance team offer advanced training and competition opportunities. Dancers receive choreography coaching, performance preparation, and technical refinement. Teams compete regionally and nationally in multiple dance styles.
Adult Dance Classes
We provide accessible dance classes for adults seeking fitness and creative expression. Offerings include ballet barre, jazz funk, and hip hop sessions designed for all experience levels. Classes emphasize community building and stress relief.
Acrobatics Training
Our acro program teaches safe progressions in flexibility, balance, and tumbling techniques. Students master cartwheels, walkovers, and aerials while developing core strength. Classes integrate dance elements for performance-ready skills.
People
Tiffany Avey
Co-Founder & Director
Tiffany co-founded A & G Dance Academy in 2012 with a vision for holistic dance education. She oversees curriculum development and instructor training while teaching advanced ballet and choreography classes.
Katie Gehringer
Co-Founder & Artistic Director
Katie co-founded the academy to create a supportive dance community. She directs performance programs and competition teams while teaching jazz and contemporary classes to all skill levels.
Kalysta Gregory
Aerial Arts Specialist
Kalysta leads our aerial arts program with expertise in silks and hoop instruction. She brings professional performance experience and safety certification to her technical and creative training sessions.
Katharine Kunz
Acrobatics Instructor
Katharine teaches acro classes focusing on safe progressions and performance integration. Her background in competitive gymnastics informs her structured approach to tumbling and flexibility training.
Spencer Goolsby
Hip Hop Choreographer
Spencer leads hip hop workshops with a focus on street style and performance energy. He brings professional dance experience and competition judging expertise to his dynamic classes.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theatre, acrobatics, aerial arts, and contemporary dance instruction for all skill levels.
Are adult classes available?
Yes, we provide recreational dance classes for adults including ballet barre, jazz funk, and hip hop sessions designed for all experience levels.
How do competition teams work?
Our elite Dance Company and Performance Team offer structured competition training in multiple styles with regional and national performance opportunities.
What makes your instructors unique?
Our instructors combine professional dance experience with teaching expertise, emphasizing technical excellence, safety, and personal growth in every class.
Do you offer trial classes?
We recommend contacting us directly to discuss trial options and find the best class fit for your dance goals and experience level.
What is your facility like?
Our studio features five dance rooms, aerial rigging, a stretch room, kitchen, and live studio monitoring in a welcoming, community-focused environment.
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Reviews (4)
Corrin Michelle
Mar 16, 2021
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We moved from Indianapolis IN to St Pete FL and desperately needed a place for our toddler to release energy and build confidence. Our 3 year old Norah absolutely LOVES Ms Katie! We enjoy taking her and hearing how much fun she has. Covid has limited us parents from being able to watch the class but for the first class A&G let us watch from the lobby and be available for potty breaks. Great atmosphere and great instructors.
Loren Frissell
Sep 26, 2020
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Coach Katie is amazing with the little ones. She is so sweet and caring. We love how great this place is and so glad it is close to home.
Loren Eler
Mar 16, 2019
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My little one (2 year old) has been in classes for almost 2 months. She loves it! Ms. Kate is awesome and it great with kids.
Rachel Baez
Sep 06, 2016
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A & G Dance Academy is a premier dance academy with professional instructors, a multitude of classes in all genres, including contortion and silks. My daughter and son have grown immensely in their abilities since coming to this studio. The level of professionalism both in and out of class is very welcoming. I would recommend A & G to anyone who wants their child to both improve their dance and grow with confidence in their abilities.
