Mari Milnar Dance Academy - Dance studio in Terrytown, Louisiana
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Mari Milnar Dance Academy

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900 Terry Parkway

Terrytown, Louisiana 70056

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 5:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 4:30 - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 4:30 - 9:30 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
71 programs

About Mari Milnar Dance Academy

Mari Milnar Dance Academy, located in Terrytown, Louisiana, is a vibrant hub for artistic growth, offering a nurturing environment for dancers of all ages to cultivate their passion and skill. Led by Principal Teacher/Artistic Director Mari Milnar, with 40 years of teaching experience, the academy boasts a distinguished faculty. Associate Teacher Shannon Seput brings expertise in jazz, lyrical, and contemporary, while Shari Hebert directs preschool dance with a background in ballet, tap, and jazz. The faculty is further enriched by the extensive teaching and performance experience of Amethyst Clement, Gabrielle Slack, Melissa Phillips, Luke Landry, and Emma Primeaux. Students can explore a diverse range of dance styles including Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Tap, and Contemporary. For the youngest movers, the "Dance & Discover" class (16-24 months) introduces foundational concepts through playful music and pretend play, gently incorporating pre-ballet, tap, and basic tumbling. Mari Milnar Dance Academy fosters a strong sense of community and a family atmosphere, building lifelong friendships and memories. The studio takes immense pride in its highly successful, award-winning competition teams, consistently achieving top honors at prestigious events like DMI, Rainbow Dance, Industry Dance Award, Nyla Dance Competition, Bravo, and 8 National Talent. These teams have garnered numerous accolades, including 1st place overall awards and highest scoring group distinctions. With a commitment to quality dance education, building confidence and coordination, and a supportive community, Mari Milnar Dance Academy is a premier destination for artistic development on the Westbank and surrounding areas.

Styles offered at Mari Milnar Dance Academy

Programs from Mari Milnar Dance Academy

71 programs available

Classes

Starbound Senior Group

3rd Place overall senior group Starbound.

Dance Magic Competition Senior Group

1st place overall senior group Dance Magic Competition.

Dance Magic Competition Senior Group

2nd place overall Dance Magic Competition.

Starbound Competition Senior Group

1st place overall senior group Starbound Competition.

NTG Competition Senior Group

1st place overall senior group NTG Competition.

VIP dance competition

2nd place overall VIP dance competition, Great use of prop award.

VIP dance competition

1st overall VIP dance competition.

Nyla dance competition Teen Intermediate Routine

Highest scoring teen intermediate routine of the day Nyla dance competition, New York award.

8 National Talent Competition Elite National Title Winners

3rd Place overall Elite National Title Winners 8 National Talent Competition.

8 National Talent Competition Elite National Title Winners

1st place overall elite National Title winners 8 National Talent Competition.

8 National Talent Junior Intermediate Group

4th place high Score 8 National Talent.

Nyla dance competition Junior Intermediate Group

Highest scoring junior intermediate group of the day Nyla dance competition, Creativity at it’s best award. fantastic formation award, choreography award.

8 National Talent Elite Level

8th place elite level overall 8 National Talent.

Nyla dance competition Elite Teen Group

3rd place overall Nyla dance competition, beautiful performance award, attention to detail award.

Starbound dance competition Elite Teen Group

3rd place overall elite teen group Starbound dance competition.

8 National Talent Large Group

5th place overall large group 8 National Talent.

Bravo dance competition

1st overall Bravo dance competition.

Nyla dance competition Elite Large Group

1st overall elite National Title winners 8 National Talent Competition.

Nyla Dance competition Elite Senior Group

Highest scoring elite senior group of the day Nyla Dance competition, Emotional execution award. choreography award, costume award.

Beyond The Stars Competition Allstar

Allstar platinum award, ultimate crowd pleaser award.

Nyla Dance Competition Competitive Teen Group

Choreography Award . Ms. Shannon, platinum award, 2nd place overall competitive teen group.

Beyond The Stars Competition All Star

All Star, diamond award, 1st place teen lyrical, 2nd place overall, ultimate emotional execution award, Industry dance award peoples choice award.

Nyla Dance Competition Competitive Group 12 & over

Choreography Award Ms. Shannon, platinum award, 1st place overall and highest scoring competitive group of the day 12 & over.

Beyond The Stars Competition Shining Star

Shining Star platinum award, 5th place overall small group, powerhouse award.

Nyla Dance Competition Recreational Group 12 & over

Platinum award, 1st place overall and highest scoring recreational group of the day 12 & over.

Beyond The Stars Competition Shooting Star

Shooting Star Platinum Award, 1st place musical theatre, 1st place over small group, picture perfect award.

Nyla Dance Competition Recreational Group 11 & under

2019 National Champions, Platinum award, 1st place in category, 1st place overall and highest scoring recreational group of the day 11 & under.

Unbroken – Landyn

4th Place Overall Senior Elite Soloist, All Star Performer Beyond the Stars.

More – Macilyn

Ms. Beyond the Stars, 1st Place Overall Senior Soloist, Highest Scoring Elite Soloist 13 & Up, All Star Performed Beyond the Stars.

Life In Pink – Luke Landry

Mr Beyond The Stars, 1st Runner Up Mr Elite Dance Cup, 1st Place Overall Senior Soloist, All Star Performer Beyond the Stars, Fierce and Full Out Judges Award.

Praise You In This Storm

1st Place Pre Teen Intermediate Large Group, 2nd Place Overall, Drifting Into a Dream Award.

Sweet Child of Mine

1st place Pre Teen Intermediate Lyrical small group, 2nd Place Overall, Spotlight Award for Creativity, Heavenly Performance Award.

Fall Forward

1st place overall Elite Teen Small Group, 2nd Place Overall Elite Teen Small Group, Golden Ticket Winner.

Voice of God

Highest Scoring Elite Small Group 13 & up, Industry Dance Award Nomination: Best Lyrical Performance, 1st Place Overall Senior Small Group.

Shining Stars Level 2
$62.00

This is a combination class of tap and ballet. Here the building blocks for a strong dance foundation are taught. The students are introduced to the ballet barre with basic plie’ and tendu combinations. Progressions across the floor continue with the layering of new skills and steps. Vocabulary is reinforced so that your child begins to recognize steps through voice prompts instead of just following along.

45 MINUTES
Shining Stars Level 1
$62.00

This class is the perfect balance of creativity and structure. Through repetition of steps, taking turns, and working with others, your child will become socially and emotionally independent. You will delight in watching her growth as she is able to memorize songs and dances. Dance vocabulary is an integral part of your child’s dance training and is reinforced in every class. This class is a combination of ballet and tap lessons.

45 MINUTES
All Star dance program

Our All Star dance program is for ages 13 and up. These classes are for intermediate and advanced level students. Classes are available in jazz, ballet, lyrical and contemporary.

TINY STARS LEVEL 3
$65.00

We are passionate about enriching and uplifting each child through our dance lessons. Your child’s journey awaits with this combination class of ballet and tap. You’ll be amazed at her ability to follow instruction with routines that have her knowing what to expect. By building dance skills, we encourage our young dancers to learn ballet and tap terminology through their lessons. Learning simple twirls, leaps and jumps with an emphasis on self expression makes this a fun and engaging dance class.

45 MINUTES
TINY STARS LEVEL 2
$65.00

The basic elements of ballet, tap and tumbling are taught in an age appropriate, nurturing environment. Children at this age and level begin memorizing the sequence of dance steps and learn ballet and tap terminology. The use of props such as teddy bears, wands, scarves, etc. help to develop your dancers creativity and make this dance class the highlight of your child’s week

45 MINUTES
TINY STARS LEVEL 1
$65.00

The perfect beginner class for your budding ballerina. The minute you see her in her sparkle tutu and teddy bear the magic of dance classes begin for you both. By blending music, storytelling, dance, and creative movement you will watch your child grow with each little step and become more confident with each lesson. Basic ballet movement, introduction to tap dancing and tumbling are all a part of this preschool dance class.

45 minutes
Show Stars

Our show stars program is perfect for dancers ages 8-12. These classes are for intermediate level students. Classes are available in jazz, ballet, tap, lyrical and contemporary. Monthly tuition is based upon amount of classes taken.

DANCE & DISCOVER
$47.00

Our creative movement class is a joyful way for your child to explore pretend play with music such as “Where is Thumbkin”, “I Know A Chicken”, and “Little Red Caboose”. These are sure to be just a few of the highlights of this class. Pre ballet, tap and basic tumbling are all introduced in this class.

Show Stars

Our show stars program is perfect for dancers ages 8-12. These classes are for intermediate level students. Classes are available in jazz, ballet, tap, lyrical and contemporary.

TINY STARS LEVEL 2
$65.00

The basic elements of ballet, tap and tumbling are taught in an age appropriate, nurturing environment. Children at this age and level begin memorizing the sequence of dance steps and learn ballet and tap terminology. The use of props such as teddy bears, wands, scarves, etc. help to develop your dancers creativity and make this dance class the highlight of your child’s week.

45 MINUTES
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
$47.00

Our creative movement class is a joyful way for your child to explore pretend play with music such as “Where is Thumbkin”, “I Know A Chicken”, and “Little Red Caboose”. These are sure to be just a few of the highlights of this class. Pre ballet, tap and basic tumbling are all introduced in this class.

Aladdin

Monday 5:30 A
Wash That Man (jazz/ lyrical technique class)

Monday 5:30 B
Housewife (jazz/lyrical technique class)

Monday 6:30 A
New hip hop for ages 4 – 5

Saturday 10:00 B
Favorite Son

Saturday 10:30 A
Little Shop

Saturday 9:30 A
In His Kiss

Thursday 5:00 B
Human Stuff (jazz technique class)

Thursday 5:30 A
Neverland (jazz technique class)

Thursday 5:30 B
tap for the 2 above groups

Thursday 6:15 A
Legendary

Thursday 6:15 B
Hard Knock Life

Thursday 6:45 A
Lunch Jam

Thursday 7:00 B
Falling Slowly

Thursday 7:30 A
new babies

Tuesday 5:00 A
All That Jazz(jazz / lyrical technique class)

Tuesday 5:30 B
Cat in the Hat

Tuesday 5:45 A
Just Can’t Wait To Be king

Tuesday 5:45 A
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof

Tuesday 6:30 A
Griffin

Tuesday 7:15 A
Bushel and a Peck

Wednesday 5:30
Devil In Disguise

Wednesday 5:30 A
Be Our Guest hip hop

Wednesday 5:30 B
Shakin At The High school Hop (jazz/lyrical technique class)

Wednesday 6:15 A
new ballet class for 6 – 7 year olds

Wednesday 6:15 B
Trey ballet

Wednesday 7:00 A

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Mari Milnar Dance Academy?

Call Mari Milnar Dance Academy at (504) 251-0600 or visit http://www.marimilnardanceacademy.com/.

What days is Mari Milnar Dance Academy open?

Mari Milnar Dance Academy is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Is Mari Milnar Dance Academy open on weekends?

Yes, Mari Milnar Dance Academy is open on weekends — Saturday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM.

What is the best way to contact Mari Milnar Dance Academy?

The quickest way is to call (504) 251-0600 or visit http://www.marimilnardanceacademy.com/.

What are Mari Milnar Dance Academy's prices?

Classes at Mari Milnar Dance Academy range from $47 to $65.