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23 Years
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Berthoud Dance Company - Celebrating 22 Years of Dance Excellence
Berthoud Dance Company has been cultivating artistic excellence in dance for 22 years, offering comprehensive instruction in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and ballroom styles for students aged 3 through adulthood. Our studio uniquely integrates visual art through collaborations with sculptor James Vilona, creating multidimensional performance experiences. We produce two annual shows at the Historic Rialto Theatre in Loveland while hosting visiting professional companies like Spoke N Motion and Dance Express. Our faculty includes nationally recognized instructors with decades of combined teaching experience and performance credentials from prestigious institutions.We maintain a welcoming, family-oriented environment supported by the Tom Jones Family, emphasizing community engagement through diverse performance opportunities in Berthoud, Longmont, Loveland, and surrounding areas. Our commitment to quality instruction is demonstrated through structured class progressions, specialized training in multiple dance disciplines, and preparation for both recreational and pre-professional pathways.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Hip-Hop
Contemporary
Ballroom
Private Lessons
Wedding Dances
Musical Theatre
Tap
Creative Movement
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 22 years of proven excellence in dance education
- Our faculty includes nationally recognized instructors with professional performance backgrounds
- We provide diverse performance opportunities at the Historic Rialto Theatre
- Our curriculum includes specialized training in 8+ dance disciplines
- We maintain a family-friendly, community-focused learning environment
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical proficiency through structured training from beginning to advanced levels. Students learn proper alignment, turnout, and classical vocabulary while building strength and grace. The curriculum prepares dancers for pointe work and advanced choreography, with performance opportunities in annual productions and community events.
Hip-Hop
Contemporary hip-hop classes focus on rhythm, isolations, and freestyle expression for ages 6 through adult. Students learn current street dance styles while developing musicality and performance confidence. Classes incorporate both solo and group choreography with age-appropriate music and movement vocabulary.
Private Lessons
Customized dance instruction available for solo performers, couples, and special events. Our private lessons accommodate wedding dance preparation, competition coaching, and personalized skill development across multiple dance styles. Sessions are tailored to individual goals and experience levels with flexible scheduling options.
Contemporary
Advanced contemporary classes emphasize emotional expression through movement with technical training in floor work, improvisation, and dynamic phrasing. Students explore choreographic creation while developing versatility for competition and performance settings. Classes focus on body awareness and artistic interpretation.
Creative Movement
Foundational dance classes for preschoolers (ages 3.5-4) introducing basic motor skills, rhythm, and spatial awareness through imaginative play. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum uses storytelling and music to foster coordination, listening skills, and early dance appreciation in a nurturing environment.
People
David Mineo
Founder & Director
Professional dancer and choreographer with 20+ years experience directing creative productions. Studied mime at Catholic Biblical School and ballet under Paul Noel Fiorino. Has danced in over 15 Nutcracker productions and founded BDC in 2003 to bring quality dance education to Northern Colorado.
Molly Dowell-Weaver
Instructor
Certified dance educator with training in 8+ dance styles across three states. Holds BA in Dance from Colorado State University and 200-hour yoga certification. Former performer at American College Dance Association Festival with 15+ years teaching experience in Colorado.
Sarah Quillen
Ballet Instructor
Colorado native with 27 years teaching experience and professional performance background at Ballet Nouveau Colorado. Holds BA in Theatre from Colorado Christian University. Specializes in classical ballet technique with expertise in training healthy, technically proficient dancers.
Annie Johnson
Instructor
Theatre Arts graduate with extensive training in multiple dance styles. Studied African dance intensively in Guinea, West Africa. Brings diverse cultural influences to choreography while teaching foundational techniques in ballet, modern, jazz, and tap to students of all ages.
Andee Lewis
Tap Instructor
23-year teaching veteran specializing in tap dance. Former studio owner from Ohio with expertise in multiple dance styles. Brings professional experience in choreography and performance to her engaging, technique-focused tap classes for students of all skill levels.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for dance classes?
We offer classes for children as young as 3.5 years through adult learners, with specific programs tailored to different developmental stages.
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we provide free trial classes to allow students to experience our programs before committing to enrollment.
What dance styles are available at your studio?
We teach ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, tap, ballroom, musical theatre, and creative movement with specialized instructors in each discipline.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
Yes, we produce two major productions annually at the Historic Rialto Theatre and provide multiple community performance opportunities throughout the year.
Can adults take dance classes at your studio?
Absolutely! We offer classes specifically designed for adult learners, including our popular Sunday dance/exercise class.
Do you offer private dance instruction?
Yes, we provide private lessons for individuals, couples, and special events including wedding dance preparation and competition coaching.
