Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Education Destination in Metairie, LA
At Dancer's Pointe, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dance education through a team of passionate professionals with diverse academic and performance backgrounds. Our instructors hold degrees in fields ranging from Elementary Education to Dance, ensuring a comprehensive approach to training. We collaborate with renowned performers and choreographers to provide workshops that elevate our students' skills. Our competition teams emphasize technical excellence and teamwork, while our scholarship program and recognition of prior dance experience make quality education accessible.With multiple studios in Metairie and Lakeview, we offer flexible scheduling and family-friendly pricing across a wide range of styles including ballet, hip hop, and contemporary. Our faculty's extensive industry experience, spanning Broadway to international tours, creates an environment where students develop not only as dancers but as confident, well-rounded individuals. For over two decades, we've nurtured talent through structured curricula and mentorship programs that prioritize both artistic growth and personal development.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Workshops
Jazz Instruction
Contemporary Dance
Pointe Training
Competition Teams
Summer Technique Programs
Faculty Masterclasses
Scholarship Programs
Family Rate Plans
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Our instructors hold degrees in education and dance from institutions like University of New Orleans and Chapman University
- We host professional choreographers from Broadway and international tours
- Competition teams develop technical skill and collaborative spirit
- Scholarship program and transfer credit policy increase accessibility
- Family rates and multi-location convenience reduce barriers to training
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through structured curricula. Students learn classical repertoire and contemporary variations while building foundational dance skills. Certified instructors with professional performance backgrounds provide personalized attention in age-appropriate classes.
Competition Teams
DP Thrive competition teams offer advanced training in choreography and performance. Dancers receive specialized coaching in multiple styles while developing teamwork and stage presence. The program has earned numerous awards at regional and national competitions.
Summer Technique
Our summer programs focus on technical refinement and skill advancement through daily classes and master workshops. Students work with guest artists and faculty to improve across multiple dance disciplines while preparing for the upcoming season.
Faculty Masterclasses
Industry professionals conduct specialized workshops in various styles and performance techniques. These sessions provide unique learning opportunities from choreographers with Broadway, television, and international performance experience.
Scholarship Programs
We offer merit-based scholarships and transfer credit recognition to support dedicated students. The program aims to reduce financial barriers while maintaining high artistic standards and accessibility for serious dance students.
People
Kristen Moody
Director
Founder of Dancers Pointe with 21 years experience, Kristen holds a BA in Elementary Education. She expanded to Lakeview post-Katrina and specializes in West Coast Swing instruction with her husband.
Stephanie Kammer-Taylor
Choreographer
Professional instructor with 18 seasons at DP, Stephanie has worked with Janet Jackson and served as Miss Universe's head choreographer. She holds a Performing Arts degree from Oklahoma City University.
Amanda Frischhertz-Tassin
Instructor
Eleven-year faculty member Amanda graduated LSU with Business Administration degree. Former DP competition team member, she choreographs award-winning routines and works with local school dance teams.
Victoria Pizzo
Instructor
Choreographer and educator with BFA from Chapman University. Victoria has danced in Netflix productions and Miss Universe events, teaching across New Orleans and Los Angeles film/tv industries.
Beverly Morris
Dance Coach
Former Janet Jackson backup dancer with graphic design degree. Beverly teaches multiple styles while assisting mentor Sloan Taylor Rabinor nationwide, emphasizing work ethic and continuous learning.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide comprehensive training in ballet, pointe, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, and tap. Our curriculum includes both recreational and competitive tracks.
Do you have programs for different age groups?
Yes, we offer classes for toddlers through adults. Our youngest students start at age 2 with introductory ballet and tap programs.
Are there performance opportunities?
Students participate in annual recitals, competition teams, and special workshops with guest artists. We also host summer intensive programs.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our faculty includes graduates from Chapman University, Oklahoma City University, and University of New Orleans with degrees in dance and education. Many have professional performance experience.
Do you offer financial assistance?
We provide scholarship programs and family rate discounts to make dance education accessible. Contact us for specific application requirements.
Where are your studios located?
We operate four dance rooms in Metairie and two studios in Lakeview, New Orleans, serving students across the Greater New Orleans area.
