Stephanie's Academy of Dance

About Stephanie's Academy of Dance

Stephanie's Academy of Dance, located in Montgomery, Illinois, offers a comprehensive and nurturing dance education for students of all ages, from toddlers to senior citizens. Our passionate faculty of six professional instructors guides dancers through a diverse range of styles, including Acrobatics, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Musical Theater. The academy is proud to offer specialized classes for students with special needs and learning differences through our Special Stars Inc NFP program, taught by a certified Rhythm Works Integrative Dance Instructor. Aspiring performers aged five to eighteen can join five award-winning competing and performing dance companies, which have achieved national championship status, providing a platform to showcase their dedication and talent. Led by studio owner Stephanie Clay, who also directs the Sparkle Squad and Mini Company, our esteemed instructors include Debra Nanni, Jordan Beyeler, Van Collins, Mark Gonzalez, Sammy Gonzalez, and Emma Yarbrough. Stephanie's Academy of Dance is committed to fostering technical excellence, creativity, and a lifelong love for dance within a supportive and inspiring environment. Our spacious facility features three dance studios with professionally raised floating floors designed to minimize impact and reduce injury, complemented by adjustable ballet barres for essential support. The culmination of a year's hard work is showcased at our annual dance review, held at Oswego East High School.

Styles offered at Stephanie's Academy of Dance