Sigel's School of Dance

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Address

117 East Bell Avenue

Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM
  • Thursday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM
  • Friday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 - 9:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
16 programs

About Sigel's School of Dance

Sigel's School of Dance, located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, has been a cornerstone of dance education since its establishment in 1939 by professional dancer William C. Sigel and his wife Rosalie. With a rich history spanning over eight decades, the studio cultivates a passion for movement and a legacy of excellence. Sigel's offers a comprehensive dance education across a diverse range of disciplines, including foundational Ballet (with a specialization in Cecchetti Ballet), energetic Hip Hop, expressive Contemporary, rhythmic Tap, dynamic Jazz, and the exciting physical artistry of Acrobatics. Partnered movement is explored through dedicated Ballroom instruction. The studio also provides a platform for advanced dancers with the official home of the Altoona Dance Company. Under the artistic direction of Miss Mindy, who has extensive professional performance experience, and with faculty including seasoned instructors like Miss Nancy and Laura Oswald (a former Sigel's student with a Dance Studies minor from Penn State Altoona), and accomplished alumna Lynzi Vandevander (a competitive Hip Hop choreographer with multiple National Championship titles, who also teaches Hip Hop Fitness), Sigel's faculty is experienced and dedicated. Students have achieved significant success, including a 1st place overall award and best choreography recognition at Dance Masters of Pennsylvania. Sigel's has a proven track record of nurturing talent, with numerous students receiving scholarships to prestigious institutions and many pursuing professional careers in film, television, Broadway, and more. The studio is proud to be a member of esteemed organizations such as Actor Equity Association, Dance Masters of America, and the Cecchetti Council of America. New students are welcomed; contact Miss Nancy at 814.944.7938 for class schedules and registration.

Styles offered at Sigel's School of Dance

Programs from Sigel's School of Dance

16 programs available

Classes

Cecchetti Ballet

The graded system of ballet is being offered to those who qualify and who desire dance accreditation. These classes in ballet are conducted under the Cecchetti system with examinations held once during the season for those who have progressed in the various grades. The examinations are held under the complete authority of the Cecchetti Council of America and all examiners are sent from the National Headquarters in Detroit, Michigan. The Cecchetti system is used in many of the outstanding universities and colleges throughout the country. Julliard School of Music in New York offers this system and the opportunity for examinations to those in the dance department. Many of the outstanding Dance Studios in the country make available the Cecchetti system to their students, but we are happy to be the only school in Blair County certified to offer this opportunity to students of ballet. The Cecchetti Graded System of Classical Ballet is available to all students past the age of 8 and have had at least two years of ballet. Due to rigid technical and theory requirements in this system, only those students who are very serious minded toward ballet should consider this particular class.

Little Angels

Our First Year Angel, ages 3-6 years old, are the youngest students of the Dancing School. Classes consist of 1/2 hour Ballet and 1/2 hour Tap. During this hour students will learn technique fundamentals, songs and most of all they will have fun and experience the real love of dance. Our students love to come to dance.

Dance Styles

Musical Theatre

Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Modern, Creative Movement, Musical Theatre

Pointe

Little Jazz

Ages 8-11 Category: Dance Styles

Ballet, Tap, Jazz

Tap

Contemporary

Lyrical

Little Jazz

First Year Angel

Our First Year Angel, ages 3-6 years old, are the youngest students of the Dancing School. Classes consist of 1/2 hour Ballet and 1/2 hour Tap. During this hour students will learn technique fundamentals, songs and most of all they will have fun and experience the real love of dance. Our students love to come to dance.

Jr & Sr Company

Jazz

Hip Hop


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Sigel's School of Dance?

Call Sigel's School of Dance at (814) 944-7938 or visit http://sigelsschoolofdance.com/.

Is Sigel's School of Dance open on weekends?

Yes, Sigel's School of Dance is open on weekends — Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 - 9:30 PM.

Does Sigel's School of Dance offer morning classes?

Yes, Sigel's School of Dance has morning availability. Monday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Tuesday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Wednesday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Thursday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Friday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 - 9:30 PM.

What is Sigel's School of Dance's phone number?

You can phone Sigel's School of Dance at (814) 944-7938.

What are Sigel's School of Dance's hours?

Sigel's School of Dance is open Monday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Tuesday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Wednesday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Thursday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Friday: 5:00 - 9:30 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 - 9:30 PM.