The St. Peters Academy of Dance is the largest dance studio in St. Charles County. The facility has over 8,000 square feet of studios, waiting areas and a dancers lounge where students can get homework done. The studio offers both recreational dance and competitive programs. Dance styles include ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, jazz, hip-hop and pointe for girls and boys through age 18. Beginners as well as more advanced students are all welcome. Artistic Director and Founder, Kathy Martinez, a top choreographer and judge for national dance competitions, has assembled a highly experienced staff of instructors.
The St. Louis Star Ball is an annual dance event held at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel. Dancers from across the nation gather at this multi-level competition. Solo, duet and group performance divisions allow a variety of styles to compete. Visit the website for more information or to learn more about entry requirements.
Parents who want their children to have poise, self-discipline and confidence will find that the Performing Arts Centre can acheive those goals through dance. The center offers dance lessons for ballet, pointe, jazz, yap, lyrical and acrobatic dances. Adult dance classes are also available. Those who excel in the programs can expect to dance competitively.