Business Details
Your Premier Dance School in Trexlertown, PA
Founded in 1983, That's Dancin'! The School for Dance'! The School for Dance has dedicated over four decades to nurturing artistic excellence and technical proficiency in dancers of all ages. Our mission centers on creating a supportive environment where students develop self-confidence, creativity, and discipline through structured dance education. With two spacious studios featuring observation windows and an ionic air filtration system, we provide optimal learning conditions for preschoolers through high school students. Our faculty comprises industry professionals with extensive performance and teaching experience, including alumni of prestigious institutions like East Carolina University and DeSales University.We emphasize individual growth while maintaining rigorous technical standards, evidenced by our alumni securing college scholarships and professional opportunities with renowned companies like the Paul Taylor Dance Company. The studio's commitment to community engagement is reflected in our annual Walt Disney World performances and local theatrical productions choreographed by our director. Our flexible payment structure with no contracts and monthly pre-paid classes ensures accessibility while maintaining financial transparency for families.
Services
Dance Classes
Competitive Teams
Summer Camps
Preschool Program
Private Lessons
Performance Coaching
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of proven dance education expertise in the Lehigh Valley
- Our faculty includes professional dancers with university degrees and cruise line experience
- We provide flexible monthly payment options with no long-term contracts
- Our alumni have earned college scholarships and professional dance careers
- We maintain two state-of-the-art studios with observation windows for parental engagement
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Top-notch instruction
Supportive atmosphere
Professional teachers
Strong community
Excellent growth opportunities
Services
Dance Classes
We offer comprehensive dance classes for students aged 2 through high school. Our curriculum includes ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and hip-hop taught by professionally trained instructors. Classes are structured by age and skill level to ensure proper technical development while maintaining a fun and engaging environment for all participants.
Competitive Teams
Our competitive dance teams provide advanced training for serious dancers. Members receive specialized coaching in choreography, performance techniques, and stage presence. The program emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and artistic expression while preparing for regional and national competitions throughout the dance season.
Summer Camps
Summer dance camps offer immersive training during July and August. Participants engage in multiple dance styles daily, choreography workshops, and performance preparation. These programs maintain technical development during school breaks while fostering creativity and peer collaboration in a structured studio environment.
Preschool Program
Designed for children aged 2-5, our preschool program introduces foundational dance concepts through playful movement activities. Classes focus on motor skill development, rhythm recognition, and creative expression while establishing classroom etiquette and social interaction skills in a nurturing setting.
Performance Coaching
Performance coaching develops stage presence and production skills for aspiring performers. Students learn audition techniques, rehearsal protocols, and performance execution through specialized workshops and preparation for our annual June recital featuring all enrolled students.
People
Fran Jones Evers
Director
BFA in Dance from East Carolina University with over 30 years directing That's Dancin'! The School for Dance'! The School for Dance'!. Mentored award-winning dancers and choreographed major local productions. Continues professional development with industry leaders like Mia Michaels.
Olivia Evers
Instructor
BFA in Dance Performance from University of the Arts. Former Holland America Cruise Line performer and Dancing With the Stars at Sea instructor. Brings professional stage experience to classroom teaching and choreography.
Amanda Swenson
Ballet Instructor
BA in Dance from DeSales University with six years teaching experience. Specializes in classical ballet training while fostering holistic student development across multiple dance disciplines.
Krystal Cole
Performance Coach
BFA in Dance Performance from East Carolina University. Former professional dancer with The Lost Colony and award-winning choreographer. Focuses on performance quality and technical precision for advanced students.
Samantha Deily
Modern Dance Instructor
BA in Dance from DeSales University with professional experience in modern companies and Philadelphia Fight Vixens. Teaches contemporary techniques while emphasizing artistic growth and technical mastery.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, hip-hop, and modern dance styles across our preschool through high school programs.
Are there performance opportunities?
All students participate in our annual June recital. Competitive teams perform at regional events and have appeared at Walt Disney World.
How are class placements determined?
Students are placed by the director based on age-appropriate skill levels and technical proficiency assessments.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, we provide summer dance camps in July and August focusing on technique development and performance preparation.
What payment options are available?
Classes are pre-paid monthly at $67 per class with no long-term contracts. Multiple class discounts available.
How do I register for classes?
Register online via our website or mail completed registration forms with fees to our Macungie, PA address.
Reviews (4)
R. H.
Oct 25, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
We have danced at many studios due to relocations and this studio is amazing! The teachers are all trained and educated and Fran just does an amazing job keeping dance pure and entertaining! Small and intimate but big enough to house a lot of talent!
We have danced at many studios due to relocations and this studio is amazing! The teachers are all trained and educated and Fran just does an amazing job keeping dance pure and entertaining! Small and intimate but big enough to house a lot of talent!
Adrianna Machik
Jun 19, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Nicest teachers EVER. Accepting community and amazing classes.
Nicest teachers EVER. Accepting community and amazing classes.
Iliana DeDona
Jun 17, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
My daughter loves this school and her dance teachers. I feel she has become a better dancer here. They are really big on technique which is very important and it shows by looking at their dancers. When my daughter is happy, Im happy :)
My daughter loves this school and her dance teachers. I feel she has become a better dancer here. They are really big on technique which is very important and it shows by looking at their dancers. When my daughter is happy, Im happy :)
Tielisia Boyd
May 05, 2019
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My daughter loves it! Great company! My exceptions was definitely met! My daughter has found a place she loves! Coaches are awesome
