Business Details
33 Years
experience
Discover Dance & Music Classes for All Ages in Buford
Founded in 1993, 5-6-7-8 Dance has been a cornerstone of dance education in Buford, GA for over 30 years. Our studio provides a nurturing environment where children and adults develop technical skill, creativity, and confidence through dance and music. With four professional dance studios featuring floating wood floors and two dedicated music rooms, we prioritize safety and quality in every lesson. Our team of experienced instructors, including owner Nicole Thornton, brings decades of professional performance and teaching expertise to each class. We emphasize respect for students, instructors, and the art form while maintaining high standards in choreography, music selection, and costume design. The 5-6-7-8 Dance Performance Company offers competitive opportunities for dedicated dancers, fostering lifelong friendships and values of commitment and hard work.Our family-oriented approach ensures every student feels welcomed and valued, whether attending weekly classes or participating in our award-winning company. We maintain transparent communication with parents and provide clear guidelines for class attire and expectations. With flexible offerings for preschoolers through adults, including specialized programs for boys and beginner to advanced adult classes, our studio accommodates diverse needs. Our commitment to excellence has made us a trusted choice for generations of local families seeking quality performing arts education.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Dance
Jazz Instruction
Lyrical/Contemporary
Tumbling/Acro
Musical Theatre
Hip-Hop Dance
Pointe Training
Private Music Lessons
Adult Dance Classes
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in dance education
- Our professional facility includes 4 dance studios with floating wood floors
- Instructors include former professional performers with specialized expertise
- We maintain strict standards for music, choreography, and costume selection
- Performance company develops commitment and teamwork through competitive dance
What people say
Safe, nurturing environment
Experienced professional instructors
Quality dance education
Lifelong friendships formed
Family-oriented approach
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program builds foundational technique through structured instruction in classical ballet principles. Students develop precision, posture, and grace while learning traditional ballet movements. Classes prepare dancers for advanced pointe work and lyrical instruction while maintaining strict adherence to proper form and safety standards.
Private Music Lessons
One-on-one music lessons provide personalized instruction in piano, voice, and guitar for all skill levels. Our experienced instructors focus on proper technique, music theory, and performance skills while tailoring lessons to individual learning styles and musical interests in a supportive environment.
Performance Company
The competitive performance company develops technical excellence and teamwork through regional and national competition preparation. Dancers learn commitment, discipline, and collaborative skills while participating in community performances and building lasting relationships with fellow company members.
Adult Dance Classes
We offer accessible dance classes for adults of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our adult programs focus on fitness, fun, and creative expression through various dance styles while maintaining the same professional instruction as our youth programs.
Tumbling/Acro
This strength-based program teaches acrobatic skills ranging from basic rolls to advanced aerial maneuvers. Classes emphasize flexibility, body control, and safe progression through skill levels while developing core strength and spatial awareness in a structured environment.
People
Nicole Thornton
Owner + Director
With decades of professional dance experience, Nicole leads 5-6-7-8 Dance with a commitment to quality education. She transitioned from competitive performance to teaching, bringing expertise in studio operations and curriculum development while maintaining the studio's founding values.
Britni Meadows
Performance Company Director
Britni oversees the competitive dance program, developing choreography and training routines that have earned regional and national recognition. Her leadership focuses on technical excellence, team cohesion, and performance artistry for company members.
Dominique Fewell
Ballet Instructor
Dominique specializes in classical ballet technique, preparing students for advanced pointe work and lyrical instruction. She emphasizes proper alignment, strength development, and artistic expression while maintaining traditional ballet standards in a supportive learning environment.
Alexandria Taylor
Hip-Hop Instructor
Alexandria brings contemporary dance expertise to our hip-hop program, teaching current trends while emphasizing foundational movement principles. Her classes focus on rhythm, musicality, and creative expression through modern dance styles in an energetic atmosphere.
Clark Wright
Music Instructor
Clark provides personalized music instruction across multiple instruments, focusing on technical development and musical interpretation. He tailors lessons to individual learning styles while maintaining structured progressions in piano, voice, and guitar education.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical/contemporary, acro/tumbling, hip-hop, musical theatre, and pointe classes for ages 3 through adults.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Our Performance Company participates in regional/national competitions and community performances, with annual audition-based enrollment for dedicated dancers.
Do you have adult dance classes?
Yes, we offer beginner to advanced adult classes in multiple dance styles, focusing on fitness, fun, and technical development in a supportive environment.
What are class attire requirements?
Specific requirements vary by class but generally include leotards/tights for ballet/tap, fitted clothing for jazz/hip-hop, and appropriate footwear specified by instructors.
How do I register for classes?
Registration is available through our online portal, with class schedules and pricing information updated annually for the upcoming dance season.
