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Your Premier Dance Studio in Indiana, PA
At Sue Hewitt Dance Studio, we are dedicated to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and transformative dance experience for students of all ages. Founded on the principles of creativity, discipline, and community, our studio offers comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, pointe, hip-hop, and musical theater. Our faculty comprises experienced educators committed to nurturing individual growth through age-appropriate instruction, fostering self-expression, and emphasizing teamwork.We prioritize a supportive environment where dancers build technical skills while developing confidence, resilience, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts. Our annual recitals, community performances, and charitable initiatives like Dancers with Heart and Sole reflect our mission to empower students to use their talents to uplift others. With over two decades of service to Indiana County, we remain steadfast in our commitment to excellence in dance education and community engagement.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Instruction
Jazz Dance
Contemporary Workshops
Musical Theater
Hip-Hop Sessions
Annual Recital
Community Performances
Guest Artist Residencies
Charity Fundraisers
Highlights and features
- We offer 28+ years of experience in dance education and community engagement.
- Our faculty includes professional instructors with expertise in multiple dance disciplines.
- We emphasize age-appropriate instruction that builds technical skills and confidence.
- Our inclusive environment fosters teamwork, respect, and personal growth through dance.
- Annual performances and charity initiatives provide unique artistic and community opportunities.
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops foundational technique, posture, and grace through structured instruction. Students learn traditional ballet vocabulary while building strength, flexibility, and artistic expression. Classes emphasize proper alignment, musicality, and performance quality for dancers aged 5 to adult.
Contemporary Workshops
Contemporary dance classes blend ballet and modern techniques to explore emotional expression and dynamic movement. Students engage in improvisation, floor work, and choreography that challenges physical boundaries while developing individual artistry in a supportive environment.
Community Performances
We produce annual events like the 'It's a Wonderful Life Parade' and 'Dancers with Heart and Sole' charity show. These performances provide students with stage experience while connecting our studio to the Indiana County community through artistic collaboration and outreach.
Guest Artist Residencies
Renowned choreographers like Jenna Hanlon lead masterclasses and residencies. These programs offer students direct access to industry professionals, exposing them to advanced techniques, career insights, and diverse artistic perspectives that enhance their technical and creative development.
Musical Theater
This program integrates dance, singing, and acting through Broadway-style choreography. Students learn to combine technical precision with storytelling, preparing for theatrical performances while developing stage presence and versatility in a collaborative rehearsal environment.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, pointe, hip-hop, and musical theater with age-appropriate curricula for children through adults.
How do I register for classes?
Registration details and online enrollment options are available on our website under the 'Register' section.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! We host annual recitals, community parades, and charity shows like Dancers with Heart and Sole throughout the year.
Do you offer community programs?
Our Dancers with Heart and Sole initiative teaches students to organize charity performances that have raised over $92,000 for local children in need.
What is your teaching philosophy?
We focus on creating a supportive environment that emphasizes personal growth, technical excellence, and mutual respect among students and instructors.
How are class placements determined?
Students are grouped by approximate age rather than skill level to encourage peer support and long-term friendships within our dance community.
Reviews (2)
Kristen Baltzer
Jul 06, 2020
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We have been taking dance with Sue for 4 years now and she is the best! She is so good with all of the kids and puts her all into every class and every show. We love our dance family and can't imagine going anywhere else. Thank you for all you do Sue!
Darcie Anselment D. C.
Jun 13, 2019
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I recently took the Contemporary Master Class series here. It was amazing. First, you should see Abby dance. She is the daughter of Sue Hewitt and teaches classes. She was breathtaking to watch. No doubt she conveys this technique to her students. On to the space; the sky lighting in the dance space was inspirational. They also have a sprung floor. As a chiropractor, this is incredibly important to me. If you're looking for a safe floor for you or your children's knees and back, this is where you should be!!
