Peaches Dance & Music Orlando

Business Details

39 Years

experience

Premier Dance & Music School in Orlando

Peaches Dance & Music Orlando has been cultivating artistic excellence in Central Florida since 1987. Founded by renowned choreographer Leslie 'Peaches' Jarvis, our studio combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to nurturing individual creativity through dance, music, and performing arts education. Our faculty comprises award-winning instructors with professional backgrounds spanning Broadway, Disney, Cirque du Soleil, and international touring productions. We offer specialized programs for students of all ages, including adaptive classes for neurodiverse learners and competitive training for aspiring professionals.

With three decades of community impact, we've developed curricula adopted by public schools and outreach programs while maintaining rigorous safety standards and ethical teaching practices. Our alumni have achieved success in prestigious institutions like Juilliard and on major entertainment platforms including Star Search and World of Dance competitions.

Services

Dance Classes Music Lessons Choreography Services Aerial Arts Training Competitive Teams Community Outreach Programs Musical Theater Workshops Private Instruction Summer Intensives Performance Opportunities

Details

Year established: 1987

Highlights and features

29 years of proven success in dance education since 1987
Faculty includes Broadway veterans and international performers
Adaptive programs for neurodiverse learners developed by certified therapists
Three-time recipient of Central Florida's Applause Awards for Best Choreography
Alumni featured in World of Dance and Hip Hop International competitions

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Services

Dance Instruction

Comprehensive dance education for all ages and skill levels. Our curriculum includes ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and musical theater styles. Certified instructors with professional performance backgrounds provide technical training while encouraging artistic expression. Classes emphasize proper technique, performance skills, and creative development in a supportive environment.

Music Lessons

Private and group music instruction for voice and instrumental students. Our program develops musical proficiency through technical training and performance opportunities. Students receive personalized instruction in vocal technique, piano, guitar, and other instruments from experienced educators. Lessons integrate music theory and performance preparation for aspiring musicians.

Choreography Services

Professional choreography for recitals, competitions, and special events. Our award-winning choreographers create customized routines for dance teams, school productions, and corporate events. Services include routine development, staging, and rehearsal guidance. Three-time recipients of Central Florida's Applause Awards for Best Choreography.

Aerial Arts Training

Specialized instruction in aerial silks, lyra, and acrobatic techniques. Certified instructors provide progressive training for recreational and competitive students. Program includes strength development, flexibility training, and performance skills. Features competition teams with national championship titles in aerial disciplines.

Community Programs

Inclusive performing arts programs for underserved populations. Our adaptive dance classes serve neurodiverse students with specialized instruction methods. Community partnerships implement performing arts curricula in public schools. Programs emphasize accessibility and creative expression for diverse learner populations.

People

Leslie "Peaches" Jarvis

Owner/Director

Founder with 29 years of experience in dance education and choreography. Trained under industry legends and produced award-winning productions. Developed adaptive teaching methods for special needs students and community outreach programs.

Gina Hatch

Instructor

ABT-certified instructor with professional experience at Disney, SeaWorld, and Radio City Music Hall. Former principal dancer with Utah Ballet and Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. Teaches classical ballet and contemporary techniques.

Paolo Cervellera

Choreographer

Principal dancer with Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo and Disney's Festival of the Lion King. Trained at La Scala Ballet School and San Carlo Opera House. Provides expert ballet instruction and choreography services.

Enrique Maldonado

Aerial Coach

Certified aerial instructor with global performance experience. Founder of Peaches Aerial Competition Team with multiple national titles. Specializes in silks, lyra, and acrobatic techniques for recreational and competitive students.

Rachel Fry

Musical Theater Instructor

Certified Royal Academy of Dance instructor with 25 years professional experience. Former UK academy director and freelance choreographer for cruise lines and theater productions. Specializes in musical theater training.

Questions

What dance styles do you offer?

We offer ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, musical theater, aerial arts, and Latin dance instruction for all skill levels.

Do you have classes for beginners?

Yes, we provide age-appropriate classes for all skill levels from introductory courses to professional training programs.

Are there performance opportunities?

Students participate in annual recitals, community events, and competitive teams with opportunities for solo and group performances.

Do you offer special needs programs?

Yes, we have adaptive dance classes developed by licensed movement therapists for neurodiverse learners and special needs students.

What are your instructors' qualifications?

Our faculty includes Broadway veterans, international performers, and certified instructors with decades of combined teaching experience.

Are there adult classes available?

We offer recreational classes for adults including fitness-focused dance and aerial arts programs for all experience levels.

Reviews (5)

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Chloe Green

Oct 30, 2021 Report

I have been dancing at this amazing studio for five years and it has been a great experience! The teachers are very good at explaining things and Mr Daniel Burke is very tall.

Reed Myers

Oct 27, 2021 Report

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Lacey Gamble

Jun 15, 2021 Report

Did the silks class my daughter learned so much as super impress couldnt do a cartwheel when she start or he class and by the end of her winter /spring classes the she cartwheels at least 100 times o tip of so many other things she learned.. heat teachers
We all did the first week of summer camp.. omg so impressed with all the work that did and only just in 4 days the teachers there are clearly amazing with kids and are great teachers there camp show case was behind empress!!! The kids where amazing and u can see how much fun they all were having .. definitely recommend dance camp

Nicholas Russo

Oct 10, 2020 Report

Peaches Dance and Music is an amazing studio. All of their teachers are at the top of their profession and put their heart and soul into teaching. Peaches herself is the most amazing human. She teaches from the heart and shows such love to all of the Students. Ive never seen another person get so many hugs everyday. Peaches is now like a second home to my two kids and we couldnt be any happier that we found the BEST studio in Orlando.

Patricia James Barra

Mar 21, 2020 Report

This is a great studio with caring, talented, professional instructors! Great place for beginners or pre-professional students!