Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Dance Training in Branson, MO
New Premiere Dance Academy has been inspiring dancers since 1993, offering comprehensive training in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, acro, clogging, and more. Our faculty of award-winning instructors brings decades of professional experience, including performances at the Kremlin and Broadway productions. We serve students from ages 3 to 70 across Missouri and Arkansas, providing recreational classes, elite competition teams, and masterclasses with industry leaders. Our state-of-the-art studios feature air-conditioned spaces for personalized instruction that nurtures artistry and confidence. With a legacy of producing dancers who excel in university programs and professional companies, we combine classical ballet training with well-rounded dance education.Our commitment extends beyond technical skills to foster discipline, perseverance, and confidence that benefit students both on stage and in life. We offer year-round programs including summer intensives, community performances, and annual recitals. Our competitive team members refine their technique through specialized classes and work with award-winning choreographers at local, regional, and national events. The studio maintains a safe, supportive environment where students commit to training schedules ranging from one to six days weekly. Our founders' extensive performance backgrounds in acrobatic adagio and Russian ballet form the foundation of our unique teaching approach.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Tap
Hip Hop
Contemporary
Clogging
Acro
Aerial Silks
Tumbling
Musical Theatre
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of dance education experience with internationally recognized instructors
- Our competitive team has earned national championships and performance opportunities
- We provide masterclasses with award-winning guest choreographers from across the industry
- Our faculty includes former professional performers with presidential award recognition
- We maintain a supportive environment with personalized instruction for all skill levels
What people say
Fantastic job teaching
Loving atmosphere
Kind people
Blessing to dance here
Services
Recreational Dance Classes
Our recreational dance classes cater to all ages and skill levels in a fun, supportive environment. Students learn ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary techniques while building confidence and coordination. Classes take place in spacious, air-conditioned studios with world-class instructors who nurture artistic development and personal growth.
Competition Team
The competitive dance team offers advanced training for dedicated dancers seeking performance and growth opportunities. Members refine techniques through specialized classes, work with award-winning choreographers, and compete at local, regional, and national events. This program challenges dancers to excel both on stage and in personal development.
Master Classes
Exclusive master classes feature award-winning choreographers and guest artists who provide hands-on training sessions. Open to all ages and skill levels, these classes offer unique learning opportunities from industry professionals, helping dancers sharpen techniques and gain fresh perspectives to elevate their performance abilities.
Tumbling Instruction
Tumbling classes focus on building strength, flexibility, and confidence through safe instruction in handstands, cartwheels, walkovers, and aerials. Our experienced instructors with 20+ years of teaching experience help dancers develop skills that enhance their performance across all dance styles.
Aerial Silks
Aerial silks instruction teaches students to climb, wrap, and perform poses on suspended fabric. Classes build upper body strength, flexibility, and grace while teaching safe execution of aerial tricks. This unique program develops performance skills that take dance to new heights in a supportive learning environment.
People
Elena Serykh
Owner/Instructor
Award-winning Russian Ballet Master with presidential honors, Elena performed at the Kremlin and for U.S. presidents. She brings decades of professional experience to our Russian ballet and contemporary dance instruction.
Mariya Serykh
Studio Director/Instructor
Originally from Moscow, Mariya has won national and world championships as a competitive dancer. She brings extensive teaching experience and performance expertise to our dance programs after touring with major production shows.
Dasha Ruden
Recreational/Company Instructor
Trained at the Russian Ballet Youth Academy, Dasha performed professionally across Europe and China before joining our team. She brings international performance experience to her instruction at our Branson location.
Claudine Huenergardt
Tumbling Instructor
With 20+ years of gymnastics teaching experience, Claudine specializes in tumbling instruction. Her students have performed in local theaters and competitions, benefiting from her expertise in Nadia Comaneci dismount techniques.
Faith Willis
Recreational Instructor
Faith began dancing at age 2 and has performed in Branson shows like The Polar Express and Yakov Smirnoff. She combines her performance experience with teaching to develop young dancers in our recreational programs.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, clogging, acro, aerial silks, tumbling, and musical theatre classes for all skill levels.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Students participate in community festivals, holiday productions, annual Spring Recitals, and competitive events at local, regional, and national levels.
How do I join the competition team?
Auditions are open to all ages 4-18. No prior experience required. Current students must re-audition annually with placement meetings held in October.
What are class schedules like?
Recreational classes run August 25-June 7. Competition team members train year-round with minimum weekly class requirements based on age.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we offer 8-month payment schedules for competition fees and monthly team fees. Costume deposits and additional fees apply for team members.
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Reviews (4)
Lori F.
Aug 15, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
We are new to the studio and so far we love it! The instructors are dedicated and well trained. The place is clean and welcoming. My little girls loves it!
We are new to the studio and so far we love it! The instructors are dedicated and well trained. The place is clean and welcoming. My little girls loves it!
Mike Cooper
Sep 29, 2019
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Premiere Dance Academy is an incubator for professional dancers feeding the great shows in Branson and around the world. Catering to children of all ages, Premiere Dance Academy teaches 10 or more types of dancing including for small children and senior citizens. The Academy has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a professional career or you just like to dance, check them out. There is none better at dance!
Lesa Blanchard
Mar 26, 2019
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My daughter went to try out her first class tonight. The staff and teachers were amazing. She had so much fun and she is signed up for class. The staff was amazing at helping me get her all set up with everything she needs for class.
Mark Strong
Dec 18, 2014
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Watched a group of these young ladies and gentlemen perform at a local festival near Branson. I was impressed at the choreography and technique and most of all the smiles on the faces of these kids. Looked like they really enjoyed what they were doing. I'd never seen "clog" dancing like that before and found myself clapping right along with them. Bravo!