Business Details
10 Years
experience
Premier Dance Training in Pembroke Pines, FL
At TAME Dance Academy, we are dedicated to cultivating exceptional dance artists through a rigorous conservatory-style curriculum. Founded in 2016 by Teddy Talbot and Luke Stockton, our academy combines decades of professional dance experience with a commitment to technical excellence and artistic growth. Our faculty includes internationally recognized instructors who have performed with prestigious companies and on major stages worldwide. We offer comprehensive training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and more, preparing students for professional careers while fostering creativity and discipline. Our state-of-the-art facility in Pembroke Pines, Florida, provides a professional environment for training, performances, and community engagement.We emphasize individualized attention, ensuring each student develops their unique artistry while mastering foundational techniques. Our alumni have advanced to prestigious dance programs and professional opportunities, reflecting our dedication to excellence. We maintain partnerships with leading arts organizations and offer performance platforms through our competitive dance company and annual showcases. Our curriculum integrates technical training with artistic expression, ensuring students gain versatility and confidence. With flexible programs for all skill levels, we strive to make high-quality dance education accessible to our community.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Contemporary Dance
Hip-Hop
Tap
Acrobatics
Dance Company
Summer Intensives
Studio Rentals
Private Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer conservatory-style training with a focus on technical excellence and artistry.
- Our faculty includes internationally recognized instructors with professional performance experience.
- We provide state-of-the-art facilities with sprung marley floors and professional staging.
- Our dance company offers competitive performance opportunities and masterclasses with guest artists.
- We maintain a 6-week summer intensive program with 16 hours of weekly training.
What people say
Top-notch instruction
Passionate teachers
Professional environment
Supportive staff
Well-rounded training
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through daily training. Students progress through five levels, mastering barre and center work while learning classical terminology and performance techniques. The curriculum emphasizes proper alignment, musicality, and artistry, culminating in pointe work and pas de deux training for advanced students.
Jazz
Jazz classes combine technical training with performance skills, covering isolation techniques and progressive floor patterns. Students explore various jazz styles while developing coordination and stage presence. The program includes historical context and performance opportunities to enhance artistic versatility and confidence in dynamic movement.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary training integrates ballet and jazz fundamentals with innovative choreography. Students learn floor work, spinal articulation, and partnering techniques while developing improvisational skills. The curriculum emphasizes artistic interpretation and emotional expression through movement, preparing dancers for professional contemporary performance settings.
Dance Company
Our competitive dance company provides elite training for selected students through auditions. Members receive six hours weekly of technical classes and rehearsals, gaining performance experience at local events and competitions. The program focuses on professional development, artistic collaboration, and masterclasses with guest choreographers from international companies.
Summer Intensives
Five-week summer intensives offer 16 hours weekly of pre-professional training in multiple styles. Students receive technical instruction in ballet, contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop while developing performance skills through repertoire and composition classes. The program includes guest artist workshops and culminates in a showcase performance.
People
Teddy Talbot
Studio Director & Co-Creator
BFA in Dance from University of Florida, former faculty at New World School of the Arts, and experienced performer with Norwegian Cruise Lines. Co-founded Miami Dance Exchange and serves on Florida Dance Education Organization committee.
Luke Stockton
Artistic Director & Co-Creator
BA in Dance from California State University, former Royal Caribbean performer, and co-founder of Miami Met Dance Alliance. Teaches ballet and jazz at New World School of the Arts and choreographs for professional productions.
Ally Love
Studio Manager
Dance educator with extensive youth program development experience. Focuses on creating supportive environments that nurture artistic growth and personal development through dance training and performance opportunities.
Michelle Shannon
Dance Instructor
South Florida native with 10+ years professional experience in ballet, jazz, acro, and contemporary. Trained at Dreyfoos School of the Arts and teaches multiple styles while continuing her own performance career.
Ricardo Gonzalez
Ballroom Instructor
Former national champion ballroom dancer with 15 years teaching experience. Specializes in International Latin and American Rhythm styles, having trained under world-ranked instructors and competed in major U.S. championships.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, tap, acrobatics, ballroom, and musical theater with specialized training in each discipline.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Our dance company performs locally and competes regionally, with additional showcases including winter soirées and summer intensives performances.
What are summer program details?
Our 5-week summer intensive runs June-July with 16 hours weekly training in multiple styles. We also offer a 1-week dance camp in July for beginner students.
How do auditions work for the dance company?
Company auditions occur annually in May. Selected dancers commit to minimum 6 hours weekly training including technique classes and rehearsals.
Do you offer facility rentals?
Yes, our state-of-the-art studios with sprung marley floors are available for private rehearsals, masterclasses, auditions, and special events.
What age groups do you accept?
We accept students aged 5-18 with classes divided by skill level. The Motion Lab program accommodates recreational dancers starting at age 6.
Videos
