Edgewater Academy of Dance - Dance studio in Laconia, New Hampshire
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Edgewater Academy of Dance

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151 Elm Street

Laconia, New Hampshire 03246

37 programs

About Edgewater Academy of Dance

Edgewater Academy of Dance, nestled in Laconia, New Hampshire, offers a comprehensive dance education for students of all ages, fostering creativity, discipline, and a lifelong love for dance. Since Ms. Becky Gregoire took ownership in 2021, the academy continues its legacy of quality instruction with a talented faculty. Students can explore a rich curriculum of foundational and expressive styles including Classical Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Modern Dance, Hip Hop, and Theater Dance, preparing them for dynamic choreography. Acrodance I introduces exciting acrobatic elements to enhance flexibility and strength. The academy boasts expert instructors such as Ms. Becky Gregoire, Cathy Defregger (specializing in Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Tap, and Jazz), Jessie Farquharson (with a collegiate dance background), Laura Ramsey (a former Edgewater student), and Joey Goldberg (with Musical Theatre performance experience, instructing Theatre-Jazz, Tap, and Jazz). Edgewater Academy of Dance is dedicated to nurturing versatile dancers through expert instruction, encouraging study across multiple styles. The Edgewater Dance Company, a cornerstone of the academy's mission, provides performance opportunities for dedicated students aged 11 and up who meet audition requirements and commit to specific class loads, including mandatory Ballet. The company actively participates in weekly practice, regular community performances, fundraisers, elementary school showcases, competitive events, and annual local festivals, consistently recognized for creative choreography and enthusiasm.

Styles offered at Edgewater Academy of Dance

Programs from Edgewater Academy of Dance

37 programs available

Classes

Private Lessons

Lessons for couples dancing (such as swing dance or first dance at a wedding) are provided by Cathy and Hermann Defregger. No prior dance experience is required.

Kindersteps I

This class teaches basic motor, dance, and social skills utilizing the young dancer’s vast imagination in a fun and nurturing environment using movement, music, instruments and a variety of equipment.

Theater Dance

A fun and expressive class covering the variety of dance styles used in Broadway theater choreography, which will develop jazz and theatre dance technique, incorporating improvisation, musicality, and performance.

Hip Hop III

An extension of jazz dance, hip hop dance incorporates the latest dance moves to hip hop style music. Classes offered: Hip Hop I, Hip Hop II, Hip Hop III

Hip Hop II

An extension of jazz dance, hip hop dance incorporates the latest dance moves to hip hop style music. Classes offered: Hip Hop I, Hip Hop II, Hip Hop III

Hip Hop I

An extension of jazz dance, hip hop dance incorporates the latest dance moves to hip hop style music. Classes offered: Hip Hop I, Hip Hop II, Hip Hop III

Modern II

Modern dance explores space and rhythm in innovative ways. It involves a greater use of the torso and pelvis to initiate movement. Classes offered: Modern I, Modern II

Modern I

Modern dance explores space and rhythm in innovative ways. It involves a greater use of the torso and pelvis to initiate movement. Classes offered: Modern I, Modern II

Acrodance I

Acrodance is a fun add on to our jazz classes. This class improves flexibility, coordination and strength, as well as enhances the development of gross motor skills. Students will begin to excel at mastering tricks.

Adult Jazz

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz VII

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz VI

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz V

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz IV

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz III

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz II

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Jazz I

Jazz blends popular music and current dance trends with the technique of classical dance forms. Classes offered: Jazz I, Jazz II, Jazz III, Jazz IV, Jazz V, Jazz VI, Jazz VII, Adult Jazz

Tap VII

Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Tap VI

Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Tap V

Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Tap IV

Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Pointe III

Pointe is an extension of ballet for advanced students only. Classes offered: Pointe I/II, Pointe III.

Pointe I/II

Pointe is an extension of ballet for advanced students only. Classes offered: Pointe I/II, Pointe III.

Ballet VII

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms.

Ballet VIB

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms.

Ballet VA-B

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms.

Ballet IV

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms.

Ballet/Tap III

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms. Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Ballet/Tap II

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms. Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Ballet/Tap I

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms. Tap uses the body as a rhythm instrument. With an emphasis on fancy footwork and sound, tap develops agility, musicality, and precision.

Pre-Ballet/Classical Ballet

A traditional form of dance with a vocabulary of steps that develop strengh, flexibility, coordination, and proper body alignment. Ballet is an excellent foundation for all other dance forms.

Kindersteps II

Kindersteps builds basic dance technique while developing creativity, musicality, and motor skills. Classes offered: Kindersteps I, Kindersteps II

Kindersteps I

Kindersteps builds basic dance technique while developing creativity, musicality, and motor skills. Classes offered: Kindersteps I, Kindersteps II

Theatre Jazz

This class teaches basic motor, dance, and social skills utilizing the young dancer’s vast imagination in a fun and nurturing environment using movement, music, instruments and a variety of equipment.

Thursday 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Hip Hop Acro

This class teaches basic motor, dance, and social skills utilizing the young dancer’s vast imagination in a fun and nurturing environment using movement, music, instruments and a variety of equipment.

Thursday 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM
Hip Hop

This class teaches basic motor, dance, and social skills utilizing the young dancer’s vast imagination in a fun and nurturing environment using movement, music, instruments and a variety of equipment.

Tuesday 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Modern

This class teaches basic motor, dance, and social skills utilizing the young dancer’s vast imagination in a fun and nurturing environment using movement, music, instruments and a variety of equipment.

Tuesday 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Edgewater Academy of Dance?

Call Edgewater Academy of Dance at (603) 455-6588 or visit https://www.edgewaterdance.com/.

What city is Edgewater Academy of Dance in?

Edgewater Academy of Dance is in Laconia, New Hampshire.

Does Edgewater Academy of Dance have a website?

Yes, you can find Edgewater Academy of Dance online at https://www.edgewaterdance.com/.

What is the best way to contact Edgewater Academy of Dance?

The quickest way is to call (603) 455-6588 or visit https://www.edgewaterdance.com/.

What is Edgewater Academy of Dance's phone number?

Reach Edgewater Academy of Dance directly at (603) 455-6588.