Kathy Blake Dance Studios

This is a fun and engaging 45-minute class containing ballet, tap, and creative movement. Students will explore ballet fundamentals, tap rhythm and precision plus enjoy creative movement which will include simple isolations, turns, jumps and leaps. For children who have turned 3 by Sept. 30th. Recital performance class.

A fun filled half-hour class that engages the child in age appropriate activities incorporating drama, music, props, along with the excitement of basic dance steps, creative movement, and vocabulary. For children who have turned 2 by Sept. 30th. Recital performance class.

AcroDance is the fusion of classical dance technique and the athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro technique includes learning the proper progressions of balancing, flexibility, limbering, and tumbling along with strength. Ex. forward rolls, bridges, and crab walks. For children who have turned 3 by Sept. 30th. Recital performance class.

The perfect introduction to music and movement for the very young child, aged walking through age 3, who is not ready to separate but is ready to explore a nurturing learning environment. Child and caregiver class, recital optional.

Private and semi-private (1-2 dancers) lessons for technique. Small private group classes can be arranged upon request. (Competition coaching for Solo/Duo/Trios billed separately) For more information reach out via phone call or text at 603-673-3978, or contact us by email at kbdsinfo@gmail.com .

We welcome new beginners of all ages and experienced dancers too. Choose a class based on age, level of experience, and interests from either our Preschool Program for age 1-5, Recreational for age 5-Adult, or Dance for Adults. When you come to the studio we make it easy! You can borrow dance shoes from our gently used collection and come in comfortable clothes for movement.

We welcome new beginners of all ages and experienced dancers too. Choose a class based on age, level of experience, and interests from either our Preschool Program for age 1-5, Recreational for age 5-Adult, or Dance for Adults. When you come to the studio we make it easy! You can borrow dance shoes from our gently used collection and come in comfortable clothes for movement.

We welcome new beginners of all ages and experienced dancers too. Choose a class based on age, level of experience, and interests from either our Preschool Program for age 1-5, Recreational for age 5-Adult, or Dance for Adults. When you come to the studio we make it easy! You can borrow dance shoes from our gently used collection and come in comfortable clothes for movement.

Optional Int/Adv Classical Ballet class to further develop dance skills and confidence.

Optional Int 2 Classical Ballet class to further develop dance skills and confidence.

Hip Hop Team class focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Contemporary Team class focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Optional Improv and Composition class to further develop dance skills and confidence.

Optional AcroDance class to further develop dance skills and confidence.

Optional Tap class to further develop dance skills and confidence.

Tap Team class focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Lyrical Team class focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Jazz Team class focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Assigned level Technique class including strength & conditioning, focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Assigned level Classical Ballet class focusing on technical dance skills while making great friends and building confidence.

Is cardio and strength training camouflaged by a jam session! To build power, confidence, and strength of mind (and those deep muscles), all while rocking out! For every age and every stage! We supply the Rip Sticks for you to use in class.

Programs designed specifically for adults who love to dance! You can enjoy dance at every age at Kathy Blake Dance Studios. We welcome new beginners and those who have been dancing for years. We have a welcoming and fun atmosphere and your first class is free if you’d like to try before you register. Express yourself in our programs designed specifically for adults! Register for our current dance season below.

Rhythm Works Integrative Dance is a specialized and inclusive dance program designed for those with individual learning differences and other special needs. The program uses evidence-based therapeutic practices to achieve developmental goals. We incorporate elements and strategies that best support each dancer’s needs and learning style to help them to feel self-empowered and independent.

Tap & Jazz: This combo class is fun and educational for the dancer who enjoys energetic expressive dancing, popular music, and the rhythms of tap. Let the jazzy popular rhythms from television and film keep your toes tapping and your fingers snapping!

Tap & Ballet: This 45-minute class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. Students will use the ballet barre to learn traditional ballet technique. Tap will combine the study of rhythm, precision and fluidity of movement. creative movement will include simple isolations, turns, jumps and leaps.

Tap dancing is one of the most entertaining, lighthearted and classic of all the dance styles. Tap dance is a musical art form and a fun-filled way to develop rhythm, coordination and balance. From the classic style of Broadway to contemporary rhythms, tap is a challenge, a workout, and even more fun.

Lyrical is a dance style that blends jazz, contemporary, modern and ballet techniques. A lyrical dancer uses movement to express strong emotions such as love, joy, and anger, most commonly interpreting the lyrics of a song. Class includes a strong ballet foundation with elements of all other styles for a broad range of expression and musicality. Contemporary dance is a fusion of interpretive movement incorporating ballet, jazz, lyrical, and modern technique. There are no limits for choreography and expression in a contemporary class. Enjoy developing technique and exploring what is possible for dancers in this popular style.

Hip Hop music and dancing permeate our culture and have a unique and unmistakable style. Don’t miss out on the challenge and fun while learning cutting edge choreography with all the latest moves. Hip Hop develops coordination and performance style while keeping dancers engaged and challenged.

This class is a great place to learn, grow, and develop self-confidence in musical theatre skills. Singing, dancing, acting are the cornerstones of all great musical productions. This class will expand upon skills in every area with a focus on theatrical dancing.

If you love popular and classic music, stylized and energetic movement, then jazz dance is for you. All styles of classical, ethnic, and contemporary jazz music are used to express the variety of jazz dance styles enjoyed by both dancers and audiences today. Jazz is a technical class that develops skill, performance and musicality.

The syllabus is based on a progression of exercises from the barre to the center, preparing the body and mind for technique that develops good placement, proper breathing, coordination, strength, grace, and musicality. Traditional ballet training is the basis for all great dancing!

AcroDance is the fusion of classical dance technique and the athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro technique includes learning the proper progressions of balancing, flexibility, limbering, and tumbling along with strength. Ex. Handstands, cartwheels, and walkovers.

This is a fun and engaging 45-minute class containing ballet, tap, and creative movement. Students will explore ballet fundamentals, tap rhythm and precision plus enjoy creative movement which will include simple isolations, turns, jumps and leaps. For children who have turned 3 by Sept. 30th. Recital performance class.

A fun filled half-hour class that engages the child in age appropriate activities incorporating drama, music, props, along with the excitement of basic dance steps, creative movement, and vocabulary. For children who have turned 2 by Sept. 30th. Recital performance class.

AcroDance is the fusion of classical dance technique and the athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro technique includes learning the proper progressions of balancing, flexibility, limbering, and tumbling along with strength. Ex. forward rolls, bridges, and crab walks. For children who have turned 3 by Sept. 30th. Recital performance class.

The perfect introduction to music and movement for the very young child, aged walking through age 3, who is not ready to separate but is ready to explore a nurturing learning environment. Child and caregiver class, recital optional.

Dance Teams and Competition Programs. We are an award-winning studio with a commitment to age-appropriate dance education for ages 2 through adult. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with previous dance experience. All of our classes are co-educational.

POUND – Rockout. Workout.®. We are an award-winning studio with a commitment to age-appropriate dance education for ages 2 through adult. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with previous dance experience. All of our classes are co-educational.

Adult Dance Program. We are an award-winning studio with a commitment to age-appropriate dance education for ages 2 through adult. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with previous dance experience. All of our classes are co-educational.

Rhythm Works Integrative Dance. We are an award-winning studio with a commitment to age-appropriate dance education for ages 2 through adult. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with previous dance experience. All of our classes are co-educational.

Performing Arts Classes Age 5-18. We are an award-winning studio with a commitment to age-appropriate dance education for ages 2 through adult. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with previous dance experience. All of our classes are co-educational.

Preschool Classes Age 1-5. We are an award-winning studio with a commitment to age-appropriate dance education for ages 2 through adult. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with previous dance experience. All of our classes are co-educational.

Curious to try out a new style of dance? Want your child to dip their feet in the water before signing up for a year long class? Then our 6-Week Dance Program classes are right for you – we offer weekly classes for ALL ages (3 to Adult) in a variety of styles. Click here for more information! Click here for a pdf print out of the schedule.

The Summer Dance Intensive is the place to keep up with your technique and flexibility over the summer, while experiencing a variety of styles and classes Our current KBDS faculty and our guest faculty can’t wait to help you keep in shape and hone your technique over the summer months! Click here to learn more!

The Summer Dance Camp is a great place for students to l earn Acro, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, and percussion. All you need to bring is your love of dance, no previous experience needed! Our Summer Camps focus on the wellbeing and joy of each individual child with themed dance instruction, fun choreography, games and crafts! Our dancers will leave camp having had the time of their life! Click Here for more information!