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Premier Dance Education in Pembroke Pines | TAME Dance Academy
Founded in 2016, TAME Dance Academy has established itself as a premier institution for dance education in Pembroke Pines, Florida. Our conservatory-style training emphasizes technical excellence and artistic development across ballet, jazz, contemporary, and multiple specialty styles. With faculty members holding decades of combined professional experience in performance, choreography, and education, we provide students aged 5+ with structured curricula designed to build foundational skills while nurturing individual artistry.Our alumni have achieved success on Broadway, in major dance companies, and at prestigious conservatories nationwide. The academy maintains two state-of-the-art studios with sprung marley floors, professional lighting systems, and climate-controlled environments to support optimal training conditions. Through competitive dance company placements, summer intensives, and performance opportunities, we cultivate well-rounded artists prepared for professional careers in dance and related fields.
Services
Ballet Training
Jazz Classes
Contemporary Dance
Summer Intensives
Company Auditions
Studio Rentals
Hip-Hop Workshops
Ballroom Instruction
Tap Dance Programs
Performance Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Our faculty includes internationally recognized choreographers and former cruise line performers
- Conservatory-style curriculum with 6+ hours weekly technique training for company members
- Proven track record placing students in Broadway productions and top dance conservatories
- State-of-the-art facilities with sprung marley floors and professional lighting systems
- Exclusive masterclasses with guest artists from major dance companies worldwide
What people say
Top-notch instruction
Passionate teachers
Professional environment
Supportive staff
Artistic growth
Services
Ballet Training
Our ballet program develops technical mastery through progressive training from foundational positions to advanced pointe work. Students learn proper alignment, musicality, and classical vocabulary while building strength and flexibility. The curriculum prepares dancers for professional careers through performance opportunities and variations training with guest instructors from major ballet companies.
Summer Intensives
Five-week summer programs provide 16 hours weekly of pre-professional training in multiple styles including contemporary, jazz funk, and ballroom. Designed to accelerate technical growth, these intensives combine daily technique classes with repertoire and composition sessions. Participants receive personalized feedback from experienced instructors while developing performance skills and artistic expression in a structured environment.
Competitive Company
Audition-only company offers specialized training for serious dancers seeking performance and competition experience. Members receive advanced technique instruction, choreography workshops, and masterclasses with industry professionals. The program emphasizes artistic development, stage presence, and collaborative performance skills through local and regional engagements.
Studio Rentals
Professional-grade dance studios available for private rehearsals, masterclasses, and special events. Features include sprung marley floors, adjustable lighting systems, Bluetooth audio capabilities, and climate-controlled environments. The facility accommodates various uses including dance auditions, photo sessions, and community gatherings with flexible booking options for individuals and organizations.
Hip-Hop Workshops
Contemporary hip-hop instruction focuses on technical foundation while encouraging personal expression. Classes cover isolations, rhythm training, and choreography across multiple urban styles. Instructors emphasize musicality and performance quality while maintaining proper technique to prevent injury, creating versatile dancers prepared for commercial and artistic applications.
People
Teddy Talbot
Studio Director & Co-Creator
BFA graduate from University of Florida with extensive teaching experience at New World School of the Arts. Former Royal Caribbean dancer with international performance credits across major theaters in Miami and Toronto.
Luke Stockton
Artistic Director & Co-Creator
BA in Dance from California State University with professional experience at Dance NOW! Miami and Royal Caribbean. Recipient of the John Beadel Fellowship and current faculty member at New World School of the Arts.
Michelle Shannon
Contemporary Ballet Instructor
South Florida native with 10+ years professional experience in dance, choreography, and musical theater. Specializes in contemporary, ballet, and hip-hop instruction while maintaining active performance and choreography projects across multiple companies.
Roxana Torres
Contemporary Fusion Teacher
Former Disney Cruise Line performer with BFA in Dance from University of Nevada. Combines technical training with holistic wellness approaches, emphasizing mind-body connection and creative self-expression in a supportive learning environment.
Kerine Jean-Pierre
Hip-Hop Instructor
Professional dancer and actress featured in film productions including 'Break the Stage'. Specializes in hip-hop and afro theory instruction while mentoring youth through arts education programs focused on overcoming challenges and achieving artistic goals.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, ballroom, tap, and acrobatics with specialized programs for competitive dancers and recreational students.
How do I audition for the dance company?
Company auditions occur annually in May. Dancers must demonstrate technical proficiency across multiple styles and commit to minimum 6 weekly training hours in technique and rehearsals.
Are there summer programs available?
Our Summer Night Series offers five-week intensives with 16 hours weekly training in ballet, contemporary, jazz, and choreography. A one-week introductory camp is also available for beginners.
What are your facility features?
We maintain two studios with sprung marley floors, professional lighting systems, Bluetooth audio, and climate control. The space includes dressing rooms, lounge areas, and is available for rentals.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we provide flexible payment options including monthly installments. Contact our office for specific details about tuition rates and financial arrangements.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our faculty includes internationally recognized choreographers, former professional dancers from major companies, and conservatory-trained educators with decades of combined industry experience.
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Reviews (6)
Maribel Ruiz Brisson
Jun 17, 2021
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My daughter was at a previous studio and was at the point of giving up on dance due to issues we had there. Tame Dance Academy has changed her mind and she looks forward to going to dance again. Thank you for showing her that she is good enough and dance is something she can be passionate about.
Jessica Morales
May 23, 2021
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Love this dance studio. The owners Teddy and Luke are very professional and just amazing. I highly recommend this studio for anyone that wants their child in a professional studio.
Daniel Brisson
Apr 07, 2021
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This is the best dance studio in Broward, maybe Florida, well maybe the world! I love that my daughter goes here, it is open,safe, and all the teachers my daughter has are wonderful, talented, and great at what they do. Big winners!
Boys and Girls allowed!
Boys and Girls allowed!
Gina Milan
Mar 23, 2021
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My daughter has been so happy since they welcomed her to TAME about a year ago. It is the environment she needed to grow. They turned her can'ts into cans and fueled her passion. She is more committed and confident since being here and I cannot thank them enough. They understand body mechanics as they are all college level graduates from major universities in dance. The technique is everything for them while understanding the importance of encouraging difficult tasks without added pressure. I cant wait to see what the future holds.
Angelica Barros
Sep 23, 2020
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I absolutely love TAME Dance Academy! Within months of moving to TAME we saw immediate growth and my daughter blossomed as an artist! The owners and staff are welcoming and caring. They are amazing teachers who build up and encourage their students and teach the love of the arts! The studio is always clean and they are especially cautious following all the necessary guidelines to keep their students, staff and families safe and healthy!
Christine Walsh
Jul 15, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Teddy and Luke run the most professional studio in Broward county! Their professional background and experience is evident in their pedagogy, style, technique and communication. The dancers are learning, growing and HAPPY!
Teddy and Luke run the most professional studio in Broward county! Their professional background and experience is evident in their pedagogy, style, technique and communication. The dancers are learning, growing and HAPPY!
