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Step Above Dance Academy - Dance Classes for All Ages
Founded in 2018, Step Above Dance Academy cultivates a positive and inclusive environment where dancers of all ages develop technical skills and personal confidence. Our studio emphasizes creativity, mutual support, and lifelong growth, guided by experienced instructors certified in Dance Masters of America and Acrobatic Arts. We offer structured recreational and competitive programs in ballet, jazz, tap, acro, lyrical, and hip hop, with specialized events like Studio Movie Night and holiday-themed classes.Our team prioritizes individualized attention, accommodating diverse needs while fostering community through team bonding and performance opportunities. With flexible scheduling and a focus on both artistic expression and technical excellence, we empower students to thrive in dance and life.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Instruction
Tap Dance
Acro Training
Lyrical Dance
Hip Hop Workshops
Competitive Teams
Adult Dance
Musical Theatre
Private Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with specialized dance training
- Inclusive environment accommodating diverse student needs
- Flexible competitive program with optional technique classes
- Experienced leadership with decades of dance industry expertise
- Community-focused events fostering team bonding
Associations and certifications
- DMA (Dance Masters of America)
- Acrobatic Arts
What people say
Above and beyond
Great staff
Reasonable prices
Best team bonding
Impressed with treatment
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops foundational technique through structured training in posture, timing, and terminology. Students progress through graded levels while learning traditional and contemporary ballet styles. Classes emphasize proper body alignment and discipline, preparing dancers for advanced pointe work when ready. This technical foundation benefits all dance genres and performance opportunities.
Competitive Teams
We offer competitive divisions for ages 4-19 and adult tap, focusing on confidence-building and performance excellence. Dancers participate in local competitions with potential to advance to nationals. The program requires only recreational enrollment in competition styles, allowing flexible commitment while developing stage presence and technical proficiency through solos, duets, and group performances.
Acro Training
Acrobatic Arts-certified instruction combines dance and gymnastics fundamentals to build strength, flexibility, and coordination. Students master progressions from basic rolls to advanced tricks in a safe environment. The program includes optional examinations to track technical development, with specialized attention to proper conditioning and injury prevention for dancers of all skill levels.
Adult Dance
Designed for 18+ participants, our adult classes provide technical training in tap, lyrical, jazz, and hip hop without prior experience requirements. Drop-in options allow flexible scheduling while building performance skills and dance vocabulary. The adult competitive team offers stage opportunities for those seeking performance challenges at any age.
Hip Hop Workshops
Contemporary hip hop classes teach current music video styles while encouraging personal expression. Students develop rhythm, isolation techniques, and performance quality through choreography that blends commercial and freestyle elements. The curriculum accommodates all skill levels, focusing on groove development and creative movement exploration in a non-competitive environment.
People
Lily Guignard
Owner/Director
Certified in Dance Masters of America and Acrobatic Arts, Lily teaches ballet and acrobatics. With lifelong dance experience, she established Step Above Dance Academy to create an inclusive environment where technical training meets personal growth opportunities for dancers of all ages.
Jessica Crook
Competitive & Recreational Teacher
Teaching jazz, lyrical, and free movement, Jessica brings expertise in performance techniques and choreography. Her instruction focuses on technical development through contemporary and traditional jazz styles while nurturing student confidence and artistic expression in both recreational and competitive settings.
Lily Fusco
Competitive & Recreational Teacher
Specializing in hip hop, tap, and adult classes, Lily combines technical instruction with performance training. She develops curriculum for adult drop-in programs while coaching competitive teams in rhythmic precision and stage presence through dynamic choreography and musicality training.
Ella Caplan
Competitive & Recreational Teacher
Instructing acro, ballet, and jazz, Ella emphasizes safe progressions and technical fundamentals. Her teaching approach integrates dance and gymnastic elements to build strength and flexibility, preparing students for advanced acrobatic examinations while maintaining proper dance technique across multiple styles.
Erin Morningstar
Recreational Teacher
Focusing on mini movers and hip hop, Erin creates engaging introductory classes for young children. Her curriculum introduces basic dance concepts through playful movement activities that develop coordination and rhythm while fostering early enthusiasm for dance education.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, jazz, tap, acro, lyrical, hip hop, and musical theatre for ages 2 to adult, with both recreational and competitive options available.
Are there competitive dance opportunities?
Yes! Our competitive program includes cutie division (ages 4-6), junior/intermediate/senior divisions (ages 6-19), and adult tap teams with local and national competition options.
Do you offer adult dance classes?
Yes, we provide adult tap, lyrical, jazz, and hip hop classes with drop-in options and competitive opportunities for 18+ participants of all experience levels.
What are your class requirements?
Competitive dancers must take their competition style recreationally. We offer flexible scheduling with no mandatory technique classes beyond competition requirements.
Reviews (5)
Jj Edwards
Jun 28, 2021
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Both lily and Ashley are amazing with the kids , so organized and so professional. My girl loved it there and will def be going back ❤️🔥💪
Courtney Anderson
Mar 06, 2021
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Our little started there this weekend. Staff are very out going and have a lot of patience’s with the shy ones ! Staff are full of energy!! 😍 loveee it there nice small cozy studio
Jacqueline King
Nov 30, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
My daughter has been dancing with Step Above for two years and loves it! The teachers are warm and engaging. The classes are fun, and build confidence while building new skills. I would highly recommend the studio!!
My daughter has been dancing with Step Above for two years and loves it! The teachers are warm and engaging. The classes are fun, and build confidence while building new skills. I would highly recommend the studio!!
Pina Palombo
Nov 07, 2020
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Step Above Dance Academy. "Step Above " and very true to its name, this dance studio is all about dancing, in a very fun and friendly environment. The studio is clean and well organized with amazing staff and teachers ! I highly recommend this studio for the excellent dance instruction and consistent patience and support they provide for their students! Contact them today, you will not be disappointed !!
Jennifer Julie
Oct 06, 2020
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We love Step Above! The owners and staff have made a deliberate decision to create a studio that is friendly, casual, non-intimidating, and welcoming to dancers of all abilities. Our girls look forward to all their dance classes with Miss Lily and Miss Ashlee.
