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Your Trusted Dance Academy in Southampton, PA
Strength & Grace Dance Academy was founded on the belief that dance should be accessible, inclusive, and transformative for all students. Our studio cultivates a supportive environment where creativity flourishes, and dancers develop technical skill, confidence, and lifelong friendships. With a focus on personalized attention, we offer classes for ages 2 to adult in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, and Zumba. Our family-based tuition model ensures affordability for households with multiple students, and we prioritize open communication with families to address individual needs. The studios philosophy emphasizes both artistic growth and character development, encouraging students to embrace discipline, resilience, and self-expression.Our team of experienced instructors brings passion and expertise to every class, creating a welcoming space where every dancer feels valued. We host annual recitals and community events to celebrate progress and foster a sense of belonging. Whether students pursue dance recreationally or competitively, our goal is to nurture their potential while maintaining a joyful, collaborative atmosphere. We invite families to experience our unique approach through a free trial class and become part of our dance community.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Hip Hop
Lyrical
Zumba
Baby Steps
Freedom
Dancing Gems
Highlights and features
- We offer family-based tuition rates to accommodate multiple students.
- Our instructors have decades of combined teaching and performance experience.
- We provide free trial classes for new students.
- Our studio fosters inclusivity and celebrates individual creativity.
- We host annual recitals and community events for student growth.
What people say
Best dance school
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Wonderful teacher
Beautiful dancer
Highly recommend
Services
Ballet
Ballet classes focus on foundational techniques, posture, and grace. Students learn precise movements and develop strength through barre exercises and center work. Our curriculum emphasizes proper alignment and musicality for ages 5 and up.
Tap
Tap classes teach rhythm, coordination, and musicality using percussive footwork. Students explore syncopation and improvisation while building aural skills. Classes are available for ages 4.5 and up with progressive levels.
Hip Hop
Hip hop instruction covers street-style movements, isolations, and freestyle techniques. Classes emphasize musicality and self-expression for ages 7 and up, with options for competitive team training.
Lyrical
Lyrical classes blend ballet and jazz to convey emotion through movement. Students focus on storytelling, fluidity, and dynamic control. This style is offered for ages 7 and up with lyrical-specific choreography.
Baby Steps
Baby Steps introduces dance fundamentals to ages 2-3 through parent-assisted activities. Classes develop motor skills, rhythm, and creativity using playful exercises and simple choreography in a 30-minute session.
People
Elsa Fiore
Owner/Director
Founder of Strength & Grace Dance Academy with 20+ years of teaching experience. Specializes in ballet and early childhood dance education. Holds a BFA in Dance Performance and choreographs annual recitals.
Elisa Fiore
Dance Instructor
Certified instructor teaching tap, jazz, and ballet. Holds a degree in Criminal Justice with minors in Psychology and Sociology. Specializes in adapting techniques for diverse learners aged 2-18.
Brooklyn Warner
Dance Instructor
20-year dance veteran with expertise in jazz, contemporary, and hip hop. Former competitive dancer with 6 years of teaching experience. Focuses on technical precision and student confidence building.
Brian Hauber
Operations Manager
3-year restaurant management veteran overseeing studio logistics. Coordinates Zumba classes and community events. Brings organizational expertise to support dance program operations.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, Zumba, and specialized toddler classes like Baby Steps and Freedom.
Are there family discounts for multiple children?
Yes, our tuition is family-based with tiered pricing for multiple classes per household.
Can I try a class before enrolling?
We offer free trial classes for new students to experience our studio environment.
What are costume fees and payment deadlines?
Recital costumes cost $80 each, with payments due by December 15 to avoid late fees.
Do you have competitive dance teams?
Yes, our competition team requires enrollment in ballet, lyrical, and jazz classes with additional monthly fees.
What are your dress code requirements?
Specific color-coded leotards and tights are required for each level, with proper dance shoes for each style.
Reviews (2)
Becky Hagerty
Dec 14, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Quality,Value
We LOVE Strength and Grace Dance Academy! Miss Elsa is kind, loving, knowledgeable, and fun. She personally connects with each dancer. My girls adore her. Elsa worked so hard during the pandemic to make sure the girls could still do dance virtually. My girls can't wait to go back in the fall!
We LOVE Strength and Grace Dance Academy! Miss Elsa is kind, loving, knowledgeable, and fun. She personally connects with each dancer. My girls adore her. Elsa worked so hard during the pandemic to make sure the girls could still do dance virtually. My girls can't wait to go back in the fall!
Elsa Esterheld
Nov 28, 2017
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Great dance studio with a ton of knowledge and compassion for teaching, and really let's every kid truly shine!
