Chester Valley Dance Academy

Pre-Dance

Styles of Dance at CVDA

Tanina Urbanski’s dance training began at Chester Valley Dance Academy in Exton, PA. There, she was trained in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and pointe work.

You will find Isabel primarily teaching Jazz and Musical Theatre classes, as well as Ballet and Lyrical throughout the Delaware, Philadelphia, and South New Jersey regions.

You will find Isabel primarily teaching Jazz and Musical Theatre classes, as well as Ballet and Lyrical throughout the Delaware, Philadelphia, and South New Jersey regions.

As a Choreographer, Rylee creates Contemporary work that centers fluidity and femininity, which incorporates Contemporary, Vogue, Waacking, and Heels dance. This involves work created for the stage and intimate community settings.

As an educator, Rylee centers her pedagogical practices around how community empowers our movement. It is important to her to prioritize the accommodation of students’ needs. She teaches Vogue Femme, Heels Dance, Contemporary, Waacking, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Street Jazz.

She began her early dance training at the age of five in the Lancaster County area where she grew up. There she studied Jazz, Ballet, Tap, and Lyrical dance at Carol's Academy of Dance and with Chet Zercher at Dancer's Workshop.

Ryan trains in many genres of dance including; ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and modern. He has had the privilege of working and training with some of the best in the business.

Ryan trains in many genres of dance including; ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and modern. He has had the privilege of working and training with some of the best in the business.

Ryan trains in many genres of dance including; ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and modern. He has had the privilege of working and training with some of the best in the business.

Ryan trains in many genres of dance including; ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and modern. He has had the privilege of working and training with some of the best in the business.

Ryan trains in many genres of dance including; ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and modern. He has had the privilege of working and training with some of the best in the business.

Ryan trains in many genres of dance including; ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, and modern. He has had the privilege of working and training with some of the best in the business.

From jazz to hip hop, pom to heels, and everything in between, our guest instructors are ready to inspire, challenge, and elevate our dancers with high-energy classes and cutting-edge choreography.

From jazz to hip hop, pom to heels, and everything in between, our guest instructors are ready to inspire, challenge, and elevate our dancers with high-energy classes and cutting-edge choreography.

From jazz to hip hop, pom to heels, and everything in between, our guest instructors are ready to inspire, challenge, and elevate our dancers with high-energy classes and cutting-edge choreography.

From jazz to hip hop, pom to heels, and everything in between, our guest instructors are ready to inspire, challenge, and elevate our dancers with high-energy classes and cutting-edge choreography.

A favorite among our male dancers is hip-hop—a class that’s full of high-energy moves, creativity, and style for boys.

Our upbeat pre-jazz classes are a hit for those looking for something with a little more energy and style for boys.

Our introductory combo classes give young dancers a well-rounded foundation, blending ballet and tap into a fun, engaging experience for boys.

Pre-School Classes are forty-five minutes long and are designed to introduce students to the foundational movements of ballet and tap. These classes enhance a student’s creative ability, attention span, physical mobility and musical comprehension. Students also learn classroom etiquette, cooperation skills, and memorization.

A range of classes available including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and more, offering something for every dancer at Chester Valley Dance Academy's studio during the summer session.

Lyrical dance classes are included in the 2024 Summer Programs at Chester Valley Dance Academy, designed to help students maintain their technique and learn new skills.

Modern dance classes are part of the 2024 Summer Programs at Chester Valley Dance Academy, offering students opportunities to expand their knowledge of different dance styles.

Hip Hop classes are offered at Chester Valley Dance Academy during the summer session, allowing students to maintain their technique and learn new skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Our summer session helps students stay in shape and continue their dance training. All styles of dance are offered for all ages. It is advised that students register for the same level they took during the 2023-24 year. As a reminder, students interested in auditioning for the Nutcracker must take a summer ballet class. New students should call the office at 610-594-2771 for placement.

To be eligible, dancers must take at least one additional technique class (hip-hop or jazz) alongside the Dance Team class during the 2025-26 year.

Whether you're new to the studio or already love hip-hop, this is your chance to be part of a dynamic team, improve your technique, and take your performance to the next level.

We encourage all dancers to maintain their training over the summer by taking weekly classes and enrolling in our Commercial Dance Intensive for Grades 6-12 or our Hip Hop Workshop for Grades 2-5.

To be eligible, dancers must take at least one additional technique class (hip-hop or jazz) alongside the Dance Team class during the 2025-26 year. This well-rounded training ensures dancers build the skills they need to shine on stage!

CVDA’s Hip Hop Dance Team is an exciting new program for dancers ages 8 and up who want to perform, grow, and compete in a high-energy, team-focused environment. This team will showcase their talent at spring competitions, working together to develop strong technique, confidence, and stage presence.

High-energy, empowering, and a total blast.

Rhythmic, upbeat, and satisfying. Tap into your coordination and musicality.

Graceful, low-impact movement to improve posture, flexibility, and control.

CVDA’s new Hip Hop Dance Team is launching in the 2025-26 school year, offering dancers the chance to train, perform, and compete at the next level. If you’re passionate about hip hop and want to elevate your skills in a dynamic, high-energy team setting, all while preparing to perform on the competition stage, this team is for you!

Focus on jazz, hip hop, and heels with top instructors. Keep dancing all summer long! Whether you’re looking for weekly classes or immersive training, CVDA has something for you.

At CVDA, teen dancers can refine their technique, build confidence, and find their unique style in ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, Irish, lyrical, modern, and musical theater. Whether you’re training for the stage or just dancing for fun, our expert instructors will help you grow in a supportive and inspiring environment. Our students can’t wait to come to class each week—dancing to their favorite songs, growing their skills, and making lifelong friends along the way!

Our teen dance classes provide a unique opportunity to challenge yourself and improve physical fitness. Whether you have experience or not, you'll find a supportive and inclusive environment. Choose from a variety of dance styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop, and explore your passions. Make new friends, have fun, and feel the excitement of personal growth through dance. Join us now and embark on a journey of discovery!

Join us for Yoga at CVDA! No membership or registration fee! Call our office for more information 610-594-2771!

Our Teen classes are perfect for students who are looking to have some fun while being physically active. We offer hip hop, jazz, ballet, tap, and musical theater for teenagers who are looking to explore dance for the first time. Find a friend and register for a dance class this school year!

Sometimes referred to as “Irish Dance”, is a type of recreational and competitive folk dance that has been recently popularized by the world-famous “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance”. As the name suggests, the dance form has its roots in Ireland. When performed as a solo dance, it is generally characterized by a stiff upper body and the quick and precise movements of the feet. As a dance form, Irish dance has very precise rules about what one may and may not do when, but within these rules there is almost infinite room for variety and innovation. Thus, Irish step Dance is a vibrant and constantly evolving art form.

The Academy offers two types of tap: Broadway and rhythm. Students start with Broadway tap to learn technique, speed, clarity of sounds, tempo, combinations and the basic moves of tap such as standard time steps, clogs, shuffles, flaps, etc. Once students advance, they may take rhythm tap. Rhythm tap utilizes more intricate movements to create a polyrhythm of sounds. (For example, rhythm tap is “Bring in da Noise, Bring in da Funk”; Broadway tap is “Singin’ in the Rain.)

Modern dance explores movement, space, rhythm and a dancer’s creativity. Students start out learning basic technique and improvisation. As they continue, students receive more intense instruction in Graham, Limon and Horton techniques. Some modern classes focus heavily on Lyrical dancing. Lyrical dance is essentially a dance of emotion. It combines the grace of ballet with the fluidity of modern and the classic stylization of Jazz to create a form of dance that allows students to express emotion through movement of the body.

Hip Hop is based on street dancing and African dance and gives students an aerobic workout that is both fun and invigorating. Students learn rhythm, coordination, isolations and techniques such as popping, locking, and braking.

Jazz is a form of dance that is most prominently seen on Broadway, television and the movies. Each class consists of stretches, warm-ups, isolations, center work, turns and jumps. In all exercises, students develop muscle strength, flexibility, and discipline. In addition to learning technique, students also learn dance combinations to the most popular music. Classes are either 45 minutes or an hour, depending on the student’s level.

The time a ballet student advances to Pointe is determined by the Instructor and the Director and is based on a student’s individual strength and ability. Students must take a minimum of two ballet classes to be considered for Pointe.

Ballet is fundamental to the education of any dancer. Using exercises at the barre as well as center combinations that are both adagio and allegro, students learn the classical art of ballet under various Russian methods. While learning technique, students build proper posture, carriage, and, perhaps most importantly, self-confidence. Classes are offered for all ages and a student’s level is determined by the teacher based on a student’s individual ability.

All students are placed according to ability, age and training. Promotion is considered on individual achievements. These descriptions are to be used as a guide for the placement of students in classes. Exceptions and changes may be made as the director or instructors deem appropriate.

Pre-School Classes are designed to introduce students to the art of dance. These classes enhance a student’s creative ability, attention span, physical mobility and musical comprehension. Students also learn classroom etiquette, cooperation skills, and memorization. The class length is forty-five minutes long with an emphasis on ballet and an incorporation of tap.

Experience our combo class demo for children ages 3-6 during the Open House on Wednesday, August 21.

Experience free trial classes in hip hop for all ages during the Open House on Wednesday, August 21.

Experience free trial classes in tap for all ages during the Open House on Wednesday, August 21.

Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend quality time with your toddler? Our Mini Movers class is the perfect opportunity to introduce your little one to the magic of movement, music, and creativity while bonding together in a fun and supportive environment. Designed for children aged 24 to 36 months and their guardians, this special class blends creative movement, musical games, and arts and crafts to spark your child’s imagination and develop early dance skills.

An interactive dance class for children 24 to 36 months and their guardian. This class will incorporate props and unique musical games to develop your child’s creativity. It is an introduction to the art of dance in a loving and nurturing environment.

Tap classes are part of the comprehensive 6-week Summer class session for students of all ages and levels at Chester Valley Dance Academy.

Jazz classes are available during the six-week Summer Session at Chester Valley Dance Academy, designed to help students learn new skills and expand their knowledge of different dance styles.

Ballet classes are offered as part of the six-week Summer Session at Chester Valley Dance Academy. Students are encouraged to maintain their technique and training throughout the summer.

Shannon will also be teaching our Hip Hop Workshop for Grades 2-5.

A dynamic group of industry professionals who bring a wealth of experience and passion to the studio. From jazz to hip hop, pom to heels, and everything in between, our guest instructors are ready to inspire, challenge, and elevate our dancers with high-energy classes and cutting-edge choreography.

The 2025 Commercial Dance Intensive offers advanced training for dancers looking to hone their skills in contemporary commercial dance styles.

A specialized Summer Hip Hop Workshop designed for students in Grades 2-5, offering them the opportunity to enhance their skills and learn new choreography.

Dancers can explore the vibrant world of jazz, hip-hop, heels, and other commercial dance styles in our 3-day Commercial Dance Intensive. For those looking to refine their technique in classical disciplines, the four-day Classical Dance Intensive will focus on ballet, modern, and contemporary dance. With something for every dancer, this summer promises to be an inspiring and transformative experience!

We encourage all dancers to maintain their training over the summer by taking weekly classes and enrolling in our Commercial Dance Intensive for Grades 6-12 or our Hip Hop Workshop for Grades 2-5.

Big energy, just for younger dancers! Our new 2-hour Hip Hop Workshop gives dancers in grades 2-5 a chance to experience the excitement of our Commercial Dance Intensive in a fun, age-appropriate format. Learn cool moves, build confidence, and dance to today’s hottest beats—all in a high-energy, supportive environment.

Step into the spotlight with our 3-day Commercial Dance Intensive! This program is designed for dancers who want to explore the exciting world of commercial dance styles. From high-energy jazz to cutting-edge hip-hop and the confidence-building art of dancing in heels, each class will focus on enhancing your performance skills and versatility.

Immerse yourself in a five day workshop with industry professionals culminating in a performance for family and friends. Hone your acting, singing, and dancing technique and receive feedback from professionals to enhance your performing skills.

The 2025 Kids Summer Program includes a Sparkle + Spells Week, providing a whimsical and energetic dance curriculum for children.

Experience the magic with the 2025 Kids Summer Program's Enchanted Princess Week, where young dancers can explore the world of fairytale characters through movement.

A 2025 Kids Summer Program themed around becoming a Pop Star (Taylor's Version), offering a dynamic and engaging dance experience for children.

An exciting 2025 Kids Summer Program featuring a Barbie Dance Party Week, allowing young dancers to immerse themselves in a fun and themed dance experience.

Combo classes for ages 3-7 are part of the 2024 Summer Programs at Chester Valley Dance Academy, designed to introduce young students to various dance styles.

Irish dance classes are available as part of the 2024 Summer Programs at Chester Valley Dance Academy for students of all ages and levels.

Immerse yourself in a week-long program with industry professionals culminating in a performance for family and friends. Hone your acting, singing, and dancing technique and receive feedback from professionals to enhance your performing skills. In each class, you’ll take voice lessons from a professional musician and learn the songs to popular Broadway musicals, learn choreography and stage some scenes to learn and enhance your acting from an industry professional. You’ll have the opportunity to perform all you have learned for family and friends.

Dancers can explore the vibrant world of jazz, hip-hop, heels, and other commercial dance styles in our 3-day Commercial Dance Intensive. For those looking to refine their technique in classical disciplines, the four-day Classical Dance Intensive will focus on ballet, modern, and contemporary dance. With something for every dancer, this summer promises to be an inspiring and transformative experience!

Dance, act, and perform in a full-scale production this summer! Keep dancing all summer long! Whether you’re looking for weekly classes or immersive training, CVDA has something for you.

Immerse yourself in the artistry and technique of classical dance during our four-day Classical Dance Intensive. This program focuses on the foundational styles of ballet, modern, and contemporary dance, offering dancers the opportunity to refine their skills and deepen their understanding of these timeless forms.

A Camp for Everyone! We offer camps for ages 3 through 10 for boys and girls. Each camp includes arts and crafts, games, movement activities, and more! All camps run for one week, Monday-Friday, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. This year's camps include; Sparkle + Spells Week, Pop Star Week (Taylor's Version), Barbie Dance Party Week, and Enchanted Princess Week.

Get ready for a week of magic, mystery, and dancing! Chester Valley Dance Academy proudly presents Enchanted Princess Week, an immersive experience designed to transport children into a magical world where fairy tale creatures, talking animals, and mythical beings come to life. Perfect for children ages 3-10, this theme brings together the wonder of nature, fantasy, and dance in a way that will captivate young imaginations and inspire them to move.

Embark on an enchanting dance adventure with Barbie at our week-long Barbie Dance Party! Join us for a magical journey through beloved tales like "The Nutcracker," "Swan Lake," and "The 12 Dancing Princesses," where fantasy, dance, and creativity come to life. This week is not just about ballet; it's a celebration of dance in all its forms. In addition to ballet, kids will twirl into the worlds of tap, jazz, and cheer during engaging dance classes.

Step into the spotlight during Pop Star Week (Taylor's Version) and experience the thrill of being a true performing sensation! Inspired by the iconic Taylor Swift, each day is filled with engaging activities, dance sessions, and vocal coaching that channel the essence of a pop superstar. From learning catchy tunes to mastering dance moves in jazz and hip-hop inspired by Taylor's iconic performances, every day promises a blend of vocal fun and dance excitement.

Join us for a week of magic, music, and imagination! Step into a world of sparkling wands, shimmering spells, and enchanted adventures as we dance down the yellow brick road with our magical friends. Campers will explore the joy of friendship, self-discovery, and creativity through themed crafts, upbeat dance routines, and inspiring music.