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Premier Contemporary Dance Training in Wayne, PA
Main Line Dance Company is a premier contemporary dance training institution dedicated to nurturing artistic excellence and technical proficiency in dancers of all ages. Founded by award-winning choreographer Meghann Weaver, our program combines rigorous training in multiple dance styles with personalized instruction to foster individual growth and confidence. Our competitive dance team provides regional performance opportunities, while master classes from industry professionals enhance our curriculum.With a focus on creativity, discipline, and community, we cultivate a supportive environment where students develop both as artists and individuals. Our faculty includes accomplished instructors with extensive performance and teaching experience, ensuring comprehensive training grounded in proven methodologies. Through structured class levels and performance-based learning, we prepare dancers for advanced studies and professional opportunities in the dance industry.
Services
Contemporary Dance Classes
Competitive Dance Team
Private Coaching
Ballet Training
Hip Hop Classes
Lyrical Dance Instruction
Pointe Work Conditioning
Acro Lyrical Classes
Jazz Dance Training
Tap Dance Instruction
Highlights and features
- We offer competitive dance opportunities with regional performance exposure
- Our faculty includes award-winning choreographers and industry professionals
- We provide structured training across seven skill levels for ages 3+
- Private coaching available for personalized technique development
- We emphasize artistic expression alongside technical dance proficiency
Services
Contemporary Dance Classes
Our contemporary dance classes develop technical proficiency and artistic expression through diverse movement styles. Students learn strength-based techniques, improvisation, and floor patterns while building performance artistry. Classes cater to seven skill levels from beginner to advanced dancers aged 3 and up.
Competitive Dance Team
The competition team offers elite performance opportunities for dedicated dancers. Members receive specialized training in choreography, stage presence, and technical execution while traveling to regional events. The program emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and professional development in a supportive environment.
Private Coaching
Personalized instruction focuses on individual technique improvement and performance preparation. Sessions target specific goals like competition routines, audition preparation, or skill mastery with tailored feedback from experienced instructors across multiple dance styles.
Ballet Training
Ballet instruction follows the Vaganova method emphasizing precise technique and elegant execution. Classes progress through seven levels covering barre work, center combinations, and pointe training for students aged 3 to adults in structured skill development programs.
Hip Hop Classes
Hip hop courses teach current choreography, body isolation techniques, and freestyle skills across multiple experience levels. Students develop rhythm awareness and performance energy while learning contemporary movement styles from beginner to advanced levels.
People
Meghann Weaver
Director
Award-winning choreographer with Radio City Music Hall training and 200-hour yoga certification. Created professional productions for Radnor Township summers and guides students to dance degrees through her pre-professional program.
Emily Gach
Instructor & Private Coaching
Goucher College dance graduate with Baron Ballet training and yoga certifications. Teaches ballet fundamentals while balancing family life with three children near Philadelphia, emphasizing movement curiosity in students.
Bria Walton
Instructor & Choreography
Professional dancer with Good Morning America and Off Broadway credits. Trained at Academy of Phresh and Introspective Movement Project, teaching contemporary hip hop techniques while traveling nationally for workshops.
Gianna DiFurio
Instructor & Assistant Team Coach
12-year competitive dancer with West Chester University Exercise Science degree. Former Varsity cheerleader and award-winning choreographer who teaches recreational and competitive dance classes for all age groups.
Allie Cox
Instructor & Private Coaching
Former Philadelphia 76ers Dunk Team member with Temple University dance background. National competition winner who teaches multiple styles while sharing professional performance experience with aspiring dancers in Philadelphia.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach contemporary, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, jazz, tap, and acro. Each style has multiple class levels from beginner to advanced for ages 3 and up.
Do you have competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our Competition Team offers regional performance opportunities with specialized training for dancers selected through auditions.
Are private dance lessons available?
Private coaching is available for all skill levels focusing on technique improvement, competition routines, and performance preparation with personalized instructor feedback.
What are your class levels?
Classes are divided into seven levels: Advanced, Teen, Preteen, Intermediate 2, Intermediate 1, Mini, and Teeny with specific age ranges for each category.
How do I register for classes?
Registration is available online through our website. New students can try a trial class before committing to full session enrollment.
What is your tuition policy?
Tuition is collected in 10-week sessions with monthly payment options. Multiple discounts apply for siblings, company members, and family enrollments.
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Reviews (3)
Julie Myers
Apr 02, 2021
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We LOVE MLDC! The teachers are great! COVID safety precautions are wonderful! I highly recommend this studio!
Paula Ball
Sep 25, 2020
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My daughter is thoroughly enjoying the positive vibe and supportive environment at this studio. There is no negativity here! Very happy to have decided to join this studio . Meghann and Eryka are a pleasure to interact with!!
Claudia Baker
May 19, 2016
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Main Line Dance Company is my daughter's home away from home. Wonderfully talented supportive staff, a great program at all levels. While this is a new school the director is well known in the area and the dancers of MLDC would follow her anywhere!
