Brucie Klay's Dance Center - Dance studio in Tampa, Florida
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Brucie Klay's Dance Center

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3601 South Manhattan Avenue

Tampa, Florida 33629

27 programs

About Brucie Klay's Dance Center

Brucie Klay's Dance Center, located in Tampa, Florida, is a premier destination for dancers of all ages, fostering technique, creativity, and a lifelong passion for movement. Offering a comprehensive curriculum from September 2nd, 2025, through June 13th, 2026, the studio provides a supportive and inspiring environment led by Brucie Klay and a dedicated professional staff. Youngsters can explore foundational Ballet, Jazz, and Tap, while a specialized Ballet program cultivates grace and discipline. Dynamic Hip Hop classes bring energetic choreography, and Lyrical classes merge emotional storytelling with flowing movement. The center also features specialized Acrobatics training, blending tumbling and flexibility, and offers Aerial Yoga for enhanced strength and body awareness. Adults can enjoy dedicated Tap classes and pop-up Zumba sessions. For those seeking performance opportunities, Brucie Klay's Dance Company includes three dynamic teams: High Energy, Apprentice, and Stars, open to dancers aged 7 and up. These teams showcase talent at local events, competitions, parades, and television appearances, with auditions held annually in the Spring. Brucie Klay's also provides exciting summer camps and intensifies, alongside rental space for rehearsals and events, making it a versatile hub for the dance community within its newly refurbished, cutting-edge facility.

Styles offered at Brucie Klay's Dance Center

Programs from Brucie Klay's Dance Center

27 programs available

Classes

Adult Dance Classes
$20-$25

Brucie Klay’s Dance Center offers adult classes in Tap and other pop-up sessions in dance, Zumba, Aerial yoga swings. Adult classes are offered by the class $20-$25 at BKDC and are charged per date of attendance, separate of the studio tuition rates. To receive emails, information, and sign up for these sessions email Jennifer@brucieklays.com or Brucie@brucieklays.com

High Energy, Stars Apprentice, & Stars Teams

Join the excitement and represent Brucie Klay’s Dance Center as a member of our dynamic performance teams! Both High Energy and Stars teams showcase their talent at local events, including the SantaFest Parade, Children’s Gasparilla Parade, community showcases, carnivals, fundraisers, and even appearances on television and in music videos. The Stars Performance Team takes it a step further competing in three dance competitions per year and receiving intensive training and coaching from the entire BKDC professional staff. This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated dancers to gain performance experience, build teamwork, and be part of something truly special. Don’t miss your chance to shine!

Aerial Yoga

Elevate your training with Aerial Yoga, a unique blend of yoga-based movement, strength-building, and inversion work using aerial hammock swings. Designed to enhance technique, flexibility, and body awareness, this class helps dancers develop core strength, balance, and control both in the air and on the ground. The curriculum, created by Brucie Klay, is designed for dancers looking to deepen their practice and explore new dimensions of strength and fluidity.

Lyrical/Contortion Level III

challenges dancers with advanced skills, dynamic choreography, and greater performance artistry.

Lyrical/Contortion Level II

introduces deeper emotional expression, strength building, and intermediate contortion elements and acrobatics.

Lyrical/Contortion Level I

focuses on foundational lyrical technique, basic flexibility, and safe stretching practices.

Lyrical/Contortion (Levels I–III)

This unique fusion class blends the expressive, flowing movement of lyrical dance with the strength and flexibility of contortion to create powerful and visually stunning performances.

Cheer Dance & Acrobatics

This class combines cheerleading, dance, and acrobatic skills encompassing sharp motions, jumps, kicks, basic stunts, poms and tumbling in a blend of athleticism and performance.

Tap Dance Level II

Expands on foundational skills with more intricate footwork, increased speed, and complex rhythms.

Tap Dance Level I

Introduces basic tap terminology, rhythm exercises, and simple combinations

Tap Dance

Tap is a vibrant and rhythmic dance style that transforms percussive movement into music. In this class, dancers will learn fundamental tap steps, timing, and musicality, while developing a strong foundation in both technique and rhythm, encouraging self-expression and confidence in every dancer.

Hip Hop (Ages 7–11)

This trendy and energetic class introduces dancers to the foundations of hip hop through fun, age-appropriate choreography and upbeat music. Students build coordination, rhythm, confidence, and personal style in a supportive and dynamic environment. With a focus on musicality, self-expression, and freestyle movement, this popular class is perfect for kids who love to move and groove!

Jazz Level IV

emphasizes precision, musicality, and performance quality for advanced students.

Jazz Level III

challenges dancers with more complex choreography and technique.

Jazz Level II

builds on fundamentals with greater focus on style and strength.

Jazz Level I

introduces basic jazz vocabulary, rhythm, and coordination.

Jazz (Levels I–IV)

Our Jazz program offers dancers an exciting and expressive outlet to build technique, style, and performance skills. Classes focus on a variety of Jazz styles, all set to age-appropriate, high-energy music.

Acrobatics Levels II & III (Ages 6+)

progress into more challenging acro skills, emphasizing technique, flexibility, and performance readiness.

Acrobatics Level I (Ages 4–7)

introduces young students to foundational movements in a safe and supportive setting.

Acrobatics (Levels I–III)

Our Acrobatics program blends tumbling, flexibility, and dance in a high-energy, skill-building environment. Dancers learn acrobatic skills ranging from basic rolls and bridges to advanced tumbling and contortion techniques, with a strong focus on balance, strength, and control.

Ballet Level IV

Ballet Level III

Ballet Level II

Ballet Level I (ages 6-10)

Ballet Classes

Our ballet program offers dancers a structured and inspiring environment to develop grace, strength, and discipline. Through classical technique and terminology, students improve posture, flexibility, coordination, and musicality. Each class emphasizes proper alignment, expressive movement, and artistic growth, while fostering a deep appreciation for the beauty of ballet. Whether a beginner or advancing through the levels, every dancer is encouraged to progress at their own pace with confidence and joy.

Ballet & Jazz Combo (Ages 6–10)

This dynamic class introduces dancers to the foundational techniques of both Ballet and Jazz, fostering strength, flexibility, and musicality. Each week, students rotate between the two styles, allowing them to explore contrasting movement qualities while building a strong technical base. Set in a fun, encouraging, and creative environment, this class is perfect for young dancers ready to grow in confidence, coordination, and artistry.

Creative Dance (Ages 3–5)

This fun and energetic class introduces young dancers to the fundamentals of Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Tumbling through playful movement and imaginative exploration. Using props, music, and interactive games, students develop coordination, rhythm, and spatial awareness in a supportive and joyful environment. The focus is on nurturing a love of dance, while gently encouraging listening skills, classroom etiquette, and the ability to follow basic directions.


Frequently Asked Questions

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Call Brucie Klay's Dance Center at (813) 837-0387 or visit http://www.brucieklays.com/.

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What is the best way to contact Brucie Klay's Dance Center?

The quickest way is to call (813) 837-0387 or visit http://www.brucieklays.com/.

What city is Brucie Klay's Dance Center in?

Brucie Klay's Dance Center is in Tampa, Florida.

What is Brucie Klay's Dance Center's phone number?

Brucie Klay's Dance Center's phone number is (813) 837-0387.