Business Details
43 Years
experience
Premier Dance Instruction in Milford, CT
Lee Lund Studio of Dance has been a cornerstone of the Milford community since 1983, providing professional dance instruction to students of all ages. Founded by Lee Lund, a seasoned performer with extensive training at prestigious institutions like The Juilliard School and Martha Graham School of Dance, our studio combines decades of industry expertise with a commitment to nurturing artistic growth. Our faculty comprises highly experienced dancers, many holding teaching degrees or professional performance backgrounds, ensuring students receive technically rigorous yet supportive instruction. We offer a structured curriculum spanning jazz, ballet, modern, tap, hip-hop, and theater production, designed to cultivate self-confidence, body awareness, and a lifelong appreciation for dance. The studio's family-owned ethos fosters personalized attention, with programs tailored for children as young as two through adults.Our students benefit from annual performance opportunities like the Steppin' Out Recital and access to professional guest choreographers. The Lee Lund Dance Companies provide advanced training for serious dancers, while our Young Movers Program introduces foundational skills through age-appropriate classes. Located in downtown Milford, we maintain flexible scheduling with evening and weekend hours to accommodate busy families. Our reputation as the #1 Dance Studio in Milford, recognized by the New Haven Register Reader's Choice Award, reflects our dedication to excellence in dance education. Through a blend of technical mastery and creative expression, we empower students to achieve their full potential in dance and life.
Services
Jazz Dance Classes
Ballet Instruction
Modern Dance Training
Tap Dance Programs
Theater Production
Hip-Hop Workshops
Youth Dance Classes
Adult Dance Courses
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1983 with three generations of dance expertise
- Faculty includes BFA holders and professional performers
- Structured curriculum for ages 2 through adults
- Annual performance opportunities with guest choreographers
- Recognized as #1 Dance Studio in Milford by New Haven Register
Services
Jazz Dance Classes
Our jazz dance program develops rhythm, technique, and self-expression through energetic classes. Students learn jumps, turns, and leaps while exploring percussive music styles. Classes cater to ages 6 through teens with progressive skill development.
Ballet Instruction
Traditional ballet training follows a structured curriculum from beginner to advanced levels. Students master classical technique through barre work, center combinations, and performance pieces. Programs available for ages 5 through adults.
Theater Production
This interdisciplinary program combines dance, acting, and singing for stage performance. Students learn character development, staging techniques, and choreography for full production numbers. Ages 7 through teens participate in annual shows.
Tap Dance Programs
Tap classes focus on musicality and rhythm through percussive footwork. Students learn traditional and rhythm tap styles while developing stage presence. Classes available for ages 5 through teens with progressive difficulty.
Youth Dance Classes
Age-specific programs introduce dance fundamentals to children aged 2 through 12. Tiny Dancer (22mo-2.5yrs) explores motor skills, while Intro to Dance (3yrs) and Pre-Ballet Jazz (4-5yrs) build foundational skills.
People
Lee Lund
Founder
Lee Lund established the studio after performing on Broadway and television. With training from The Juilliard School and Martha Graham School of Dance, she brings decades of professional experience to our programs.
Ambere Rogers
Co-Director
Ambere Rogers holds a BFA in Dance from University of Mass and has instructed since 2005. A former Mamma Mia! National Tour performer, she teaches jazz, modern, and hip-hop while choreographing for dance companies.
Debi Paserelli
Co-Director
Debi Paserelli, BFA in Dance from University of Bridgeport, has taught all dance techniques for 14 years. She performed professionally with Philadanco and dinner theaters while developing our advanced training programs.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for children as young as 22 months through adults, with specific programs for toddlers, youth, teens, and adult dancers.
What dance styles do you teach?
Our studio offers jazz, ballet, modern, contemporary, tap, hip-hop, and theater production classes with specialized instruction in each discipline.
Are there performance opportunities?
All students participate in our annual Steppin' Out Recital. Company students receive additional performance experiences in Connecticut and New York City.
Do you offer competitive dance programs?
Our Lee Lund Dance Companies provide advanced training for serious dancers, with audition-based enrollment and accelerated technical development.
What are your class schedules?
Studio hours: Monday-Thursday 3pm-8:30pm, Friday 3pm-7pm, Saturday 8:45am-1:30pm. Specific class times vary by age and discipline.
