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21 Years
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Join Mobile Bay Dance Academys 2025-2026 Dance Classes
Mobile Bay Dance Academy has been cultivating a passion for dance since 2005, offering structured instruction for students aged 2 and up. Our mission focuses on developing technical proficiency, self-discipline, and confidence through diverse dance styles. With over two decades of experience, we provide both in-school programs and studio-based classes taught by certified instructors. Our curriculum emphasizes age-appropriate skill development while fostering creativity and self-expression.We maintain affiliations with professional organizations like the National Dance Teachers Education Organization to ensure industry-standard practices. The academy's 21st anniversary reflects our commitment to accessible dance education through partnerships with local schools and daycares across Mobile County. Our instructors combine formal training with practical experience to create engaging learning environments that prioritize student growth and artistic development.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Dance
Jazz Instruction
Hip-Hop Workshops
Lyrical Dance
Preschool Dance
Dance Recitals
Dancewear Sales
Private Lessons
Dance Competitions
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in dance education
- Our instructors hold degrees from accredited institutions
- We provide both in-school and studio-based dance programs
- We maintain professional affiliations with dance organizations
- We offer age-appropriate classes from toddler to teen levels
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops foundational dance technique through structured instruction for ages 2 and up. Students learn classical positions, barre work, and center floor exercises that build strength and grace. The curriculum emphasizes proper alignment and musicality while preparing dancers for advanced training in multiple styles.
Tap Dance
Tap classes focus on rhythm, coordination, and sound production through percussive footwork. Students master fundamental steps like shuffles, flaps, and time steps while developing musicality. Our program combines traditional techniques with contemporary styles to create engaging, skill-building experiences for all ability levels.
Jazz Instruction
Jazz classes blend technical training with creative expression through dynamic choreography. Students develop flexibility, strength, and spatial awareness while learning various jazz styles from Broadway to commercial dance. Classes include warm-ups, across-the-floor combinations, and performance routines that build versatility.
Hip-Hop Workshops
Hip-hop classes teach street dance styles through energetic routines that emphasize rhythm and personal expression. Students learn breaking, popping, and locking techniques while developing freestyle abilities. Our workshops focus on both technical proficiency and authentic movement quality in a supportive environment.
Lyrical Dance
Lyrical dance combines ballet and jazz techniques to create emotionally expressive performances. Students learn to interpret music through movement while developing fluid transitions and dynamic control. Classes emphasize storytelling and artistic interpretation alongside technical training in turns, leaps, and floor work.
People
Kendra Wilson Partridge
Owner-Director
Kendra founded Mobile Bay Dance Academy in 2005 after graduating from the University of South Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She trained at Broadway Dance Center and continues professional development through global workshops. Her leadership combines business expertise with artistic vision to shape the academy's educational programs.
Jenny Reber
Preschool Dance Teacher
Jenny has taught preschool dance classes since 2007, bringing energy and nurturing expertise to early childhood instruction. Her background as a dancer informs her approach to developing motor skills and classroom etiquette in young students through playful, structured activities that foster confidence and creativity.
Madelyn Gibbs
Dance Instructor
Madelyn began dancing at age four through the academy's program and has grown into an inspiring teacher over 19 years. She creates safe, creative environments where students develop technical skills while building friendships and self-expression through various dance styles and performance opportunities.
Sadie Reber
Dance Instructor
Sadie discovered dance at age two and now helps students find joy and confidence through movement. Her calm teaching style accommodates diverse ability levels while emphasizing technical growth and artistic expression in a supportive atmosphere that celebrates individual progress.
Marissa Donahue
Dance Instructor
Marissa has taught since 2007, combining her dance training with a passion for education. She creates fun, supportive environments that develop creativity and technical skills while encouraging personal growth. Her students appreciate her kind approach and engaging choreography that makes learning enjoyable.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer classes for children aged 2 through teenagers, with specific programs tailored to different developmental stages.
Do you offer both in-school and studio classes?
Yes, we provide dance instruction through partnerships with local schools and daycares, plus studio-based classes at our Mobile location.
What dance styles are available?
We teach ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, and pointe classes with age-appropriate curriculum for each style.
How do I register for classes?
Registration requires completing our online form, submitting an enrollment fee, and choosing your preferred payment plan for tuition.
Are dance recitals included in the program?
Yes, all students participate in annual rehearsals and recitals as part of our comprehensive dance education program.
Reviews (1)
Rebecca Stephens
Aug 21, 2019
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My two girls have been dancing with this company since they were 2 & 3. I cant say enough about how thankful I am for this company and the way they have taught my girls to love dancing! Its a dancing family that loves them and is helping them grow into wonderful young women. I highly recommend to everyone I know!
