Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Studio in Henderson, NC
All Stars was founded in 1992 by Artistic Director Alecia Lakernick, offering 30 years of dedicated dance instruction. Our studio provides comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and more, catering to students from preschool to adult. With a faculty of experienced educators, we emphasize classical ballet as a foundational discipline while fostering versatility across genres. Performing opportunities include annual recitals, community events, and competitive platforms through our acclaimed 'All Stars' company.Recognized as Vance County's Small Business of the Year in 2009, we maintain a nurturing environment where dancers develop technical proficiency, creativity, and confidence. Our structured programs accommodate recreational, competitive, and pre-professional aspirations, ensuring personalized growth for every student.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Contemporary
Hip Hop
Musical Theater
Acrobatics
Preschool Dance
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of dance instruction excellence since 1992.
- Our faculty includes seasoned dance educators with teaching and performing credentials.
- We provide performing opportunities in annual recitals and community events.
- We cater to recreational, competitive, and pre-professional dance aspirations.
- Awarded Vance County Small Business of the Year in 2009.
Services
Ballet
Our ballet classes develop proper placement, body alignment, and technical precision through classical training. Students gain grace, discipline, and physical strength while mastering foundational techniques essential for versatile dancers. This structured program prepares students for advanced dance pursuits across multiple genres.
Tap
Tap classes focus on coordination, timing, and syncopated rhythms using percussive footwork. Dancers learn intricate combinations that enhance musicality, balance, and reflexes while developing performance skills through rhythm-based choreography in a dynamic environment.
Contemporary
Contemporary dance blends ballet, jazz, and modern techniques to emphasize emotional expression and spatial awareness. Classes incorporate floor work, leaps, and safe body alignment to cultivate versatile movement styles and creative choreographic interpretation.
Hip Hop
Hip hop instruction teaches current street dance styles with structured combinations that encourage individual expression. Students develop coordination, rhythm, and performance energy through vibrant classes influenced by top video choreographers and urban culture.
Preschool Dance
Designed for ages 2.5-4, these introductory classes combine ballet basics with age-appropriate movement activities. Structured 45-minute sessions teach dance fundamentals while fostering creativity and motor skill development in a playful environment.
People
Alecia Lakernick
Artistic Director
Founder of All Stars in 1992, Alecia Lakernick directs all studio operations and the 'All Stars' company. With 30+ years of dance expertise, she oversees curriculum development and maintains the studio's commitment to technical excellence.
Dash Michaels
Competition Director
Dash Michaels leads the 'All Stars' competition team, mentoring advanced dancers in performance techniques. His expertise guides students through regional and national competitions while maintaining artistic and technical standards.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, musical theater, acrobatics, and clogging classes for ages 2.5 to adult.
Do you have classes for adults?
Yes, we provide dance classes for adult students at various skill levels, focusing on technique development and creative expression.
How are students placed in classes?
Placement considers age, skill level, physical maturity, and experience to ensure appropriate class assignments for safe progression.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Yes, students participate in annual recitals, community events, and our 'All Stars' company performs locally and at national competitions.
What is the dress code?
Specific dress codes apply for each dance genre to maintain proper technique and professional standards during classes.
How do I register for classes?
Registration details and current schedules are available through our website or by contacting the studio directly.
Reviews (1)
Linda Myers Slonski
Jun 15, 2019
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I've been on staff for five years and they treat their staff, students, and parents like family. The studio is family owned and they always have over a dozen top notch qualified teachers on staff. They have all styles of dance (ballet, tap, jazz, clogging, baton, acro, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, etc.) and all levels!
