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Your Premier Dance Education Destination in Somers Point, NJ
At New Motion Dance, we provide comprehensive dance education for students of all skill levels, from recreational dancers to those pursuing professional careers. Our faculty consists of professionally trained instructors with extensive experience working alongside renowned choreographers and teaching dance for decades. Many of our students have advanced to college-level dance programs and professional opportunities, including acceptance into national ballet and modern dance programs. We emphasize technical excellence and artistic appreciation, ensuring students develop foundational skills while fostering a lifelong passion for dance.Our structured curriculum includes ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and contemporary styles, with placement based on technical proficiency rather than age alone. We also offer specialized classes like musical theatre, hip hop, and acro, all supported by clear dress codes and performance opportunities. Located in Somers Point, New Jersey, we serve the local community with flexible scheduling options for children, teens, and adults.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Tap
Modern
Contemporary
Musical Theatre
Hip Hop
Acro
Highlights and features
- Our faculty includes professionally trained instructors with decades of teaching experience.
- We offer structured curricula with clear technical progression for all skill levels.
- Students gain access to college preparatory training and professional performance opportunities.
- Specialized classes in musical theatre, hip hop, and acro complement core dance styles.
- We maintain strict dress codes and age-appropriate class divisions for optimal learning.
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program follows a graded syllabus from primary to advanced levels, emphasizing proper technique and artistic expression. Students master foundational skills before progressing, with pre-pointe and pointe work included at higher levels. Classes prepare dancers for college programs and professional careers while fostering discipline and grace.
Jazz
Jazz classes combine Luigi and Gus Giordano techniques, focusing on flexibility, quick footwork, and isolations. Styles range from Broadway choreography to music video trends. This high-energy class develops performance skills and versatility for stage and screen applications.
Tap
Offering traditional Broadway and street-style 'hoofin' techniques, our tap program builds rhythm, coordination, and musicality. Students learn percussive footwork while developing timing and syncopation skills applicable to various performance contexts.
Modern
Based on Martha Graham and Lester Horton techniques, modern dance classes incorporate improvisation and composition. This creative discipline emphasizes emotional expression and contemporary movement vocabulary, aligning with college dance programs and professional repertory companies.
Acro
Acro combines dance with floor gymnastics, teaching tumbling, jumps, and floor work integrated into choreography. This class develops strength, flexibility, and spatial awareness while maintaining dance technique and performance quality.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, modern, contemporary, musical theatre, hip hop, and acro classes for ages 3 through adults.
How are students placed in classes?
Placement considers both age and technical proficiency, with progression based on mastering each level's requirements rather than age alone.
What are the dress code requirements?
Specific attire is required for each discipline, including leotards, tights, and appropriate footwear. Visit our online store for approved uniforms.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Yes, we provide performance opportunities through recitals and showcase events to demonstrate students' technical and artistic development.
Are there classes for adult dancers?
Yes, we offer adult ballet classes on Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 p.m. for recreational and continuing education dancers.
Reviews (3)
Kristen Trexler
Dec 29, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
My daughter is getting ready to start her 7th year dancing at New Motion and we both love it here! The owner as well as all of the teachers are amazing! Excellent instruction and wonderful, supportive environment. Wouldn't go anywhere else.
My daughter is getting ready to start her 7th year dancing at New Motion and we both love it here! The owner as well as all of the teachers are amazing! Excellent instruction and wonderful, supportive environment. Wouldn't go anywhere else.
Michele Ballard
Sep 28, 2020
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Amazing studio! Owned and run by a professional NYC dancer! Talented and kind teachers willing to take their student dancers as far as they want to go! Beautiful studio
Amanda G.
Aug 06, 2019
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My 3.5 year old did the summer creative movement class with Ms.Katie, the class was amazing. She was incredibly patient & knowledgable. Each week my daughter made progress & learned the fundamentals of dance which she will be able to build upon in the future! The studio is beautiful & we love the atmosphere
