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Welcome to Center Stage Dance Studio
Center Stage Dance Studio has been cultivating dance excellence for over three decades. Our professionally trained instructors prioritize proper technique and student development in a structured, nurturing environment. With 100+ combined teaching years, our staff fosters technical mastery and artistic growth for ages 2 through professional levels. Recognized as New Jersey's Best Studio (Mommie Poppins 2017) and recipient of the Studio of Excellence Award, we offer annual recitals to showcase student progress.Our director, Ann Marie Coelho, brings 36 years of teaching expertise alongside industry veterans like Broadway performer Lois Englund. We specialize in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary styles while maintaining strong community engagement through masterclasses and performance opportunities. The studio integrates character development with technical training to create well-rounded performers.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip-Hop Instruction
Acrobatics Training
Contemporary Dance
Zumba Fitness
Pointe Technique
Jazz Dance
Creative Movement
Musical Theater
Summer Workshops
Highlights and features
- 32 years of proven dance education expertise
- Faculty with 100+ combined teaching years
- Award-winning choreography and training methods
- Diverse class offerings from toddlers to adults
- Annual professional-level recital production
What people say
Experienced instructors
Professional performance opportunities
Nurturing environment
Technical proficiency development
Diverse class offerings
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops grace, coordination, and discipline through progressive training. Beginning with fundamental barre work and posture development, students advance to complex combinations and performance pieces. Certified instructors emphasize proper technique, body alignment, and musicality while preparing dancers for pointe work and advanced ballet training.
Hip-Hop Instruction
Contemporary hip-hop classes teach breaking, popping, and locking techniques while developing rhythm and stage presence. Instructors blend traditional elements with current trends, preparing students for performance opportunities. Age-specific curriculum ensures safe progression from basic moves to complex choreography suitable for music videos and competitions.
Acrobatics Training
Acro classes focus on flexibility, strength, and control through progressive tumbling skills. Students master cartwheels, walkovers, and round-offs while building core strength. Classes incorporate dance elements for seamless performance integration. Safe, structured environment with specialized mats and instructor spotting ensures proper technique development.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary classes combine ballet foundations with expressive movement vocabulary. Emphasizing fluidity and emotional storytelling, the curriculum develops improvisation skills and choreographic creativity. Students explore floor work, release techniques, and partner exercises while preparing for competition and stage performances.
Zumba Fitness
Certified Zumba instructors lead energetic Latin-inspired fitness classes combining dance moves with cardiovascular exercise. Routines use interval training principles through alternating fast and slow rhythms. Classes welcome all fitness levels, focusing on enjoyment and calorie burning without technical dance experience requirements.
People
Ann Marie Coelho
Studio Director
36-year dance educator with Rutgers University degree in dance and economics. Phil Black Dance Studio scholarship recipient. Choreography award winner with students in professional dance careers. Led studio since its founding 32 years ago.
Lois Englund
Master Instructor
Broadway veteran with 13+ years directing NYU's dance program. Performed in over a dozen Broadway shows including Carousel and Cabaret. Award-winning choreographer with international teaching experience and competition judging credentials.
Corrine Alvarado
Ballet Specialist
BFA graduate from Friends University. Trained at Steps on Broadway under David Howard. Former Manassas Ballet Theatre performer. Experienced educator with Washington Ballet and American Ballet Theatre connections. Specializes in classical ballet technique.
Alyssa Coelho
Choreographer
Stevens Institute graduate with 20 years competition experience. Deloitte senior consultant blending analytical skills with dance instruction. Multiple competition award-winning choreographer. Performed in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and music videos.
Yoko Kono
Acro Instructor
William Paterson graduate with exercise science degree. 14 years teaching experience. Tap City performer. Certified instructor with technical focus on strength development and safe acrobatic progression for dance integration.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for dance classes?
We offer classes for ages 2 through adult. Our Terrific Toddlers program starts at age 2, with progressive levels up to professional training programs.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide free trial classes multiple times annually. Check our website calendar or social media for current trial class dates and registration options.
What dance styles are available?
We teach 12+ styles including ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, lyrical, acrobatics, musical theater, pointe, and Zumba fitness classes.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
All students receive annual recital participation opportunities. Competitive dancers showcase work at regional and national events, with award-winning choreography programs available.
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
Our staff includes Broadway performers, competition award-winning choreographers, and certified instructors with degrees in dance education. Combined teaching experience exceeds 100 years.
Can adults join dance classes?
Yes, we offer adult classes in Zumba fitness and recreational dance styles. Our community includes participants of all ages and experience levels.
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