Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance School in Alton, NH
Alton Dance Academy has been dedicated to fostering a love for dance in students of all ages since its founding. Our studio provides comprehensive training in diverse styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, and contemporary, taught by instructors with extensive professional experience and academic credentials. We prioritize a non-competitive environment that emphasizes technical mastery, artistic expression, and personal growth. Our faculty includes nationally recognized educators and performers who have studied at prestigious institutions like Dean College and Mount Holyoke College.As the only New Hampshire studio offering National Honor Society for Dancers membership, we integrate dance education with academic excellence. Our 20-year legacy includes multiple Best of the Lakes Region awards, reflecting our commitment to quality instruction and community engagement. We serve both children and adults through structured classes, performance opportunities, and specialized fitness programs that make dance accessible to all skill levels.
Services
Ballet
Jazz
Tap
Hip-Hop
Contemporary
Modern
Pointe
Character
Creative Movement
Fitness Classes
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of excellence in dance education with nationally recognized instructors
- Our faculty includes National Dance Educators Organization members and NHSD advisors
- We provide unique National Honor Society for Dancers membership opportunities
- Our non-competitive environment focuses on technical mastery and personal growth
- We combine dance training with academic excellence and character development
What people say
Expert instructors
Non-competitive atmosphere
Award-winning programs
Family-friendly environment
Technical excellence
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistry from beginner to advanced levels. Students learn classical technique, pointe work, and performance skills through structured curriculum. Classes emphasize proper placement, terminology, and discipline while preparing dancers for all dance forms.
Hip-Hop Instruction
This style focuses on clean, technical hip-hop movements from music videos and social media. Classes teach proper technique while maintaining the style's energetic essence through age-appropriate choreography using popular songs in a supportive environment.
Adult Fitness
Creative Movement
Contemporary Dance
People
Ashley Dowling
Artistic Director
With degrees from Dean College and Mount Holyoke College, Ashley has 20+ years teaching experience. She founded NH's only National Honor Society for Dancers chapter and choreographed numerous award-winning productions.
Faith Gestewitz
Dance Instructor
A former ADA student, Faith holds a BA in dance from Messiah University. She brings expertise in multiple dance forms and experience performing in collegiate productions like Carnival of Animals.
Amanda Boelzner
Dance Instructor
Trained at ADA since age 8, Amanda is a National Honor Society for Dancers member with extensive performance experience in roles like Shenzi from The Lion King.
Deb McGranaghan
Dance Instructor
Self-taught dancer turned instructor, Deb specializes in swing and hip-hop. She believes in making dance accessible to all ages and abilities through joyful, inclusive teaching methods.
Abigail Wenczkowski
Dance Instructor
With 16 years at ADA, Abigail teaches after studying at Dean College. She focuses on sharing dance's transformative power while serving as Dean's NHSD chapter president.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, contemporary, modern, pointe, character, and creative movement for children.
Are adult classes available?
Yes, we offer adult fitness classes including Zumba, Pilates, and senior exercise programs.
What makes your academy unique?
We're the only NH studio offering National Honor Society for Dancers membership and have 20 years of regional award recognition.
How do I register for classes?
Register in person with Miss Ashley during August 14th 4-8pm or download registration forms from our website.
What are your instructors' qualifications?
Our faculty includes nationally certified instructors with degrees from institutions like Dean College and Mount Holyoke College.
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