Not Addicted 2 “Dance Moms”
“Is your studio like Dance Moms?” asks a new parent. “Are competitions like those on Dance Moms?” asks a new Company Dancer father. As studio owners who run the best dance studio in Ambler with positivity, praise, and professionalism, it becomes frustrating that the biggest example of our industry is being portrayed in such a negative way, as on the Lifetime TV show …
Read MoreBallet/Tap/Jazz a Good Combination For New Dancers
A well-rounded introduction to dance usually serves our youngest dancers well. As a result, Addicted 2 Dance (A2D) offers multiple Ballet/Tap/Jazz class geared towards a variety of both boys and girls. In the class featured below, teacher Clare Brown spends some time with our 4-7 year olds focusing on Tap before switching to part of their ballet-inspired recital performance. Enjoy!
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Ballet … and Boys (at Addicted 2 Dance!)
Agility, endurance, strength, flexibility, stamina, confidence, body awareness and control. All terms used to describe elite athletes – and all gained from practicing ballet. Since ballet training offering all of these benefits and more, why isn’t every ballet class filled with boys trying to use the best cross-training method to improve their baseball, football, soccer and/or lacrosse skills? NFL Hall of Famer Lynn …
Read MoreTapping Away at Addicted 2 Dance!
Teen Tap III is a staple of Saturday morning – teacher Karen Cleighton is one of the most popular teachers at Addicted 2 Dance and her classes are always among the most popular. Catch a few moments of a recent Tap class to see just what goes on behind-the-scenes!
Read MoreA2D Dancers “Excel” in Lancaster
Last weekend, six A2D Company Dancers took part in the Excel In Motion Convention held in Lancaster, PA. The two-day workshop featured instruction by stars of the FOX Television show So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD). Teachers included SYTYCD All Stars tWitch, Allison Holker and Kathryn McCormick, Season 4 winner Joshua Allen, Top Female Dancer Season 4 Katee Shean, Season 7 Top Male Dancer Kent Boyd and …
Read MoreAdvanced Technique Classes Not For The Weary
Advanced classes at Addicted 2 Dance in Montgomery County are challenging! On Monday nights, Josh Epp-Burge leads his class through an exhausting hour of work. Catch a snippet of class below!
Read MoreAddicted 2 Dance “Kicks It Up” in New York City!
Over the weekend, twelve A2D Company Dancers and three A2D instructors traveled to the Big Apple to take part in one of the dance world’s oldest and most prestigious dance conventions: Tremaine. The dancers and their parents traveled together for their two day workshop experience with many dancers & parents also taking in Broadway, enjoying The Lion King before beginning their hard work. …
Read MoreBeginner Hip-Hop Excites 3-5′s!
At Addicted 2 Dance (A2D), a variety of beginner classes are offered at every age, including Beginner Hip-Hop for 3-5 year olds. In the class featured below, teacher Aleah Sullivan instructs her class on some warmup exercises and some aerobic activities. This high-energy class keeps kids interested in dance for years to come!
Read MoreLearning From The Best @ Tremaine Convention
A group of A2D Company Dancers head to New York City this weekend to attend one of the oldest and most prestigious dance conventions: Tremaine. The convention/competition, named after its founder Joe Tremaine, is celebrating its 41st year in stellar dance education. In addition to classes in every genre for ages 6 thru adult, Mr. Tremaine is on hand to …
Read MoreIt’s Never Too Late To Start Dancing!
Dancers at Addicted 2 Dance (A2D) in Montgomery County begin their dance experience at different times. Some begin before pre-school while others start later – sometimes even as adults! In the class featured below, teacher Kim Landle leads her beginner ballet class for teens. A2D offers beginner classes in many disciplines like Jazz, Tap, and more that are geared towards different …
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