Business Details
45 Years
experience
Premier Dance Education for All Ages in Northville, MI
Piazza Dance has been dedicated to excellence in dance education since 1981, serving students in Southeast Michigan. Our mission extends beyond technical training to nurture the holistic development of dancers through programs that emphasize discipline, creativity, and physical well-being. With a team of experienced instructors, we provide structured curricula across multiple dance disciplines, including Russian-method ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary styles, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our systematic approach to skill progression, with age-appropriate programs for preschoolers through adults. We maintain a supportive environment where students develop technical proficiency while cultivating a lifelong appreciation for dance as an art form.Our intensive programs prepare serious dancers for advanced study and performance opportunities, including regional competitions. Administrative processes are streamlined through clear tuition structures, registration policies, and digital account management systems. The studio's location in Northville provides accessible training for local families while maintaining high standards of instruction. Our instructors actively engage with evolving dance pedagogy to ensure current teaching methodologies align with industry best practices. This enduring commitment to dance education has established Piazza Dance as a trusted institution in the community.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Dance
Tap Instruction
Contemporary Dance
Hip Hop
Musical Theater
Acrobatics
Conditioning
Summer Programs
Competition Teams
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in professional dance instruction
- Our certified instructors use the respected Russian Vaganova ballet method
- We offer structured progression programs with clear technical benchmarks
- Our competition teams have participated in regional events since 1981
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized instruction
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program follows the Russian Vaganova method with systematic progression through graded levels. Students develop proper technique through daily practice of foundational movements and positions. The curriculum emphasizes posture, alignment, and controlled execution of classical steps while maintaining the artistry inherent in ballet performance.
Jazz Dance
Jazz instruction combines technical training with stylistic expression using Dance Masters of America syllabi. Classes focus on syncopation, isolations, and dynamic movement quality while maintaining proper alignment and injury prevention techniques. Students explore various jazz styles from historical roots to contemporary interpretations.
Tap Instruction
Tap classes emphasize musicality and precision through sound production techniques. Students learn rhythmic patterns, improvisation, and choreography while developing ankle strength and coordination. The curriculum incorporates both traditional and modern tap styles with live musical accompaniment.
Competition Teams
Our competition teams provide performance opportunities with regional event participation. Dancers receive specialized training in choreography, stage presence, and technical execution. The program includes costume coordination, rehearsal schedules, and judging preparation while maintaining focus on artistic development.
Summer Programs
Summer dance intensives offer skill development and physical conditioning during school breaks. Programs include themed workshops, technique boot camps, and creative movement classes for various age groups. Participants maintain dance proficiency while exploring new styles in a fun, structured environment.
People
Gina Piazza
Instructor
Professional dance educator with expertise in ballet pedagogy and competition coaching. Committed to developing technical proficiency while nurturing artistic expression in students of all levels.
Marilynn Piazza
Instructor
Certified dance instructor specializing in jazz and contemporary techniques. Brings extensive performance experience to classroom instruction while maintaining focus on proper alignment and injury prevention.
Kristina Andes
Faculty Member
Experienced educator teaching multiple dance disciplines with emphasis on musical theater and lyrical styles. Develops curriculum that balances technical training with creative expression for diverse student groups.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, hip hop, musical theater, acrobatics, and conditioning classes for all skill levels.
Do you have programs for different age groups?
Yes, we provide age-appropriate classes for preschoolers, children, teens, and adults with varying experience levels.
Are there performance opportunities?
Our intensive program includes regional competition participation and performance showcases throughout the dance season.
How does class registration work?
Registration requires completing our online form and payment processing through our ACH system or digital account portal.
What is your cancellation policy?
Waivers must be signed and payments received 24 hours prior to scheduled lessons according to our administrative policies.
