Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance & Martial Arts School in Clayton, NJ
Founded in 1977, Dancing By Denise has been a cornerstone of the Clayton community for nearly five decades. Our studio fosters a welcoming, family-oriented environment where students of all ages develop technical proficiency and artistic expression through dance. With programs ranging from Creative Movement for young children to advanced Contemporary and Pointe classes, we emphasize both skill development and character growth.Our instructors combine decades of professional experience with personalized attention to nurture confidence and creativity. Located in downtown Clayton, we provide accessible, high-quality dance education while maintaining rigorous safety standards and community engagement. The studio's long-standing reputation reflects our commitment to excellence in both performance and pedagogy.
Services
Ballet Classes
Martial Arts
Hip Hop
Acrobatics
Contemporary Dance
Tap Dance
Creative Movement
Pointe Training
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 47 years of continuous dance education experience in Clayton
- Our faculty includes certified instructors with professional performance backgrounds
- We provide age-appropriate curriculum from toddler classes to advanced techniques
- Our studio maintains a 40-year tradition of community engagement
- We offer specialized training in both dance and traditional martial arts
What people say
Great experience
Kind friends
Professional staff
Lifelong friends
Wonderful choreography
Services
Ballet Classes
Structured ballet instruction develops technical precision and artistic expression. Students learn foundational positions, terminology, and performance techniques while building strength and flexibility. Our program prepares dancers for advanced training and fosters appreciation for classical dance forms through progressive skill development.
Martial Arts
Traditional Koga Ryu Nin Jutsu training combines martial arts fundamentals with practical self-defense. Curriculum includes weapon training, security techniques, and reality-based scenarios. Classes accommodate all ages and skill levels while emphasizing discipline, physical conditioning, and situational awareness in a supportive learning environment.
Creative Movement
Specialized program for ages 2.5-4 introduces basic dance concepts through playful exploration. Children develop coordination, musicality, and social skills while learning foundational ballet and jazz elements. Classes emphasize positive reinforcement and group interaction to create early enthusiasm for dance education.
Acrobatics
Acro classes teach safe execution of cartwheels, handstands, and somersaults while building core strength. Instructors focus on proper technique and progressive skill mastery in a structured environment. This program enhances overall dance performance through improved body control and physical conditioning.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary classes emphasize emotional expression and storytelling through movement. Students develop technical versatility by integrating ballet and jazz fundamentals with innovative choreography. The curriculum challenges advanced dancers to explore creative movement while maintaining rigorous technical standards.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, acrobatics, contemporary, and creative movement classes for ages 2.5 and up.
Are martial arts classes available?
Yes, we provide traditional martial arts instruction including Koga Ryu Nin Jutsu with self-defense training for kids and adults.
What is your summer program pricing?
Our 5-week summer dance program costs $70.00 per session with classes in ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop.
How do I register for classes?
Online registration is available through our website with options for both annual programs and summer sessions.
Where are you located?
We're located on Delsea Drive in downtown Clayton, NJ with convenient off-street parking available.
Do you offer competitive dance teams?
Yes, we have a competition team for experienced dancers with opportunities for performance and skill development.
