Business Details
Your Premier Dance Destination in Meriden, CT
Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy has been dedicated to providing exceptional dance education for students of all ages since its founding. Our mission combines over two decades of dance expertise with a commitment to fostering creativity, confidence, and community through diverse dance styles. With award-winning instruction in ballet, hip hop, tap, contemporary, and more, we cater to recreational dancers, competition teams, and professionals pursuing dance careers. Our studio's accoladesincluding multiple Best Dance School awardsreflect our dedication to quality education, innovative teaching methods, and creating a supportive family environment.We emphasize personalized growth through professional assessments, small class sizes, and specialized programs for every age group, from toddlers to adults. Our instructors, recognized for their choreography excellence and teaching certifications, bring extensive experience from Broadway workshops to national competitions, ensuring students receive industry-standard training in a safe, nurturing space.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Instruction
Adult Fitness
Wedding Dances
Choreography Services
Competition Teams
Private Lessons
Barre Workouts
Musical Theatre
Acro Dance
Highlights and features
- Award-winning instructors with 10+ years teaching experience
- 30+ dance styles for ages 16 months to adults
- Competition team with 1st place wins at national events
- Affordable pricing with flexible monthly payment plans
- Customized wedding dance choreography services
What people say
Love it
Amazing staff
Great workout
Clean studio
Passionate teachers
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical proficiency through structured training in classical techniques. Students learn proper form, posture, and movement principles while building foundational skills applicable to all dance styles. Classes emphasize grace, discipline, and artistic expression through age-appropriate choreography.
Hip Hop Instruction
Dynamic hip hop classes teach street-style dance techniques with a focus on rhythm, coordination, and personal expression. Instructors blend traditional hip hop elements with modern trends to create energetic routines that improve cardiovascular fitness and body awareness.
Adult Fitness
Adult fitness programs combine dance techniques with cardiovascular exercise for fun, effective workouts. Classes like Barre and Dance Fitness improve strength, flexibility, and endurance while creating a supportive community environment for all skill levels.
Wedding Dances
Customized wedding dance instruction prepares couples for their special day with personalized choreography. Professional coaching accommodates all skill levels, creating memorable performances that match couples' comfort levels and musical preferences.
Choreography Services
Professional choreography services create dynamic routines for competitions, musicals, and special events. With 100+ productions choreographed, our experts design age-appropriate, technically challenging pieces that highlight performers' strengths and enhance storytelling.
People
Chantel Martin
Studio Director
Award-winning director with 20+ years dance experience and 10+ years teaching. Recognized for choreography excellence and studio leadership. Certified instructor trained at Broadway Dance Center and industry workshops.
Qusie
Assistant Director
Experienced dance educator with specialized training in multiple styles. Assists in curriculum development and instructor mentoring while teaching advanced technique classes.
Amanda
Head Teacher
Certified dance instructor specializing in jazz and contemporary styles. Brings professional performance experience to classroom instruction while mentoring assistant teachers.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for children as young as 16 months through adult programs, with specific age-grouped curricula designed for developmental appropriateness.
How are class levels determined?
Students are placed by age group initially, with instructors assessing skill levels quarterly to ensure proper placement based on technical proficiency and experience.
Do you offer competitive dance teams?
Yes, our award-winning competition teams participate in national events like Royal Dance Competition and Nexstar, with multiple first-place titles and special adjudications.
Are virtual classes available?
We offer live Zoom classes for adult fitness and select dance styles, with recordings available for participants in different time zones.
Can I rent the studio for events?
Our newly renovated 2,500 sq ft studio hosts private events with tables, chairs, decorations, and sound equipment available for rent.
Do you provide performance opportunities?
Annual June recitals showcase student progress, with additional performance chances at community events, holiday shows, and competition showcases.
