Business Details
10 Years
experience
Premier Dance School in San Antonio
The Jewel of Art Dance Studio is dedicated to cultivating excellence in dance education through a comprehensive curriculum and experienced instruction. Founded in 2016, our studio offers a diverse range of classes including ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, and specialty genres, catering to students of all ages and skill levels. Our mission is to develop well-rounded dancers who embody discipline, confidence, and artistry, with a focus on preparing individuals for professional careers in dance. Located in the historic Monticello Park district of San Antonio, we combine rigorous technical training with creative expression to nurture both personal growth and artistic refinement.Our faculty comprises industry professionals with extensive performance and teaching experience, ensuring students receive mentorship grounded in real-world expertise. Through community engagement and performance opportunities, we strive to foster a lifelong passion for dance while preserving the cultural legacy of our historic facility.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Instruction
Jazz Dance Training
Tap Dance Courses
Quinceaera Choreography
Modern/Contemporary Dance
Tumbling Workshops
Mommy & Me Classes
Urban Expression
Specialty Dance Programs
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined teaching experience from certified dance professionals
- Our curriculum includes specialized training in 8+ dance genres with performance opportunities
- We provide personalized instruction for students aged 18 months to adults
- Our historic studio features state-of-the-art facilities in San Antonio's Monticello Park district
- We maintain a 95% student retention rate through individualized attention and progress tracking
What people say
Award-winning choreography
Expert instructors
Professional facilities
Performance opportunities
Technical excellence
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops technical precision and artistic expression through structured training. Students learn proper alignment, barre work, and pointe techniques from experienced instructors. Classes range from beginner to advanced levels, preparing dancers for professional performance opportunities while building foundational skills in discipline and grace.
Hip Hop Instruction
This dynamic program teaches street-style hip hop techniques and choreography. Classes incorporate east and west coast styles, lyrical elements, and advanced heel work. Instructors emphasize musicality and self-expression while maintaining technical standards for dancers aged 8 to adult professionals seeking performance preparation.
Quinceaera Choreography
Specialized choreography services for quinceaera celebrations include custom routines blending ballet, jazz, and contemporary styles. Our instructors create age-appropriate performances that highlight individual skill while maintaining cultural traditions through personalized instruction and rehearsal planning.
Tap Dance Courses
Tap classes focus on developing clear rhythmic patterns and coordination through progressive technique training. Students learn syncopation, improvisation, and performance skills using specialized flooring that enhances sound quality for ages 6 and up at beginner to advanced levels.
Modern/Contemporary Dance
This program combines Graham, Horton, and Limon techniques with contemporary choreography. Classes emphasize emotional expression and body awareness through floor work and improvisation, offering beginning to advanced instruction for dancers aged 14+ seeking artistic development.
People
Jackleen Rios
Studio Director
With 12+ years of professional experience, Jackleen Rios founded The Jewel of Art Dance Studio in 2016. A cum laude graduate in dance from University of North Texas, she brings expertise in choreography and education, having directed award-winning programs for San Antonio ISD and performed with notable artists.
Priscilla Martinez
Ballet Instructor
Priscilla Martinez offers 25+ years of classical ballet instruction, having trained at prestigious institutions in New York and Boston. Her students have received recognition at regional dance festivals, and she specializes in preparing dancers for professional performance through lyrical contemporary techniques.
Manny Diaz
Hip Hop Specialist
Manny Diaz brings 9 years of hip hop expertise, having earned 15+ scholarships at major dance conventions. A Texas State University graduate, he specializes in advanced teen hip hop and adult intermediate instruction while maintaining industry connections through performance and choreography work.
Sabrina Rendon
Heels & Mommy & Me
Sabrina Rendon, a 9-year dance veteran, teaches heels and mommy & me classes. A former national champion high kicker, she combines technical precision with creative expression, having trained at Broadway Dance Center and Joffrey Ballet School.
Sophia Green
Jazz Instructor
Sophia Green, a 2024 Sam Houston State University BFA graduate, teaches jazz levels I-III. With experience in ballet, modern, and hip hop, she brings contemporary pedagogical approaches to jazz technique while emphasizing performance readiness and choreographic creativity.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, modern/contemporary, quinceaera choreography, tumbling, and specialty classes for all ages and skill levels.
Do you accept beginners?
Yes! Our curriculum accommodates all skill levels from beginner to advanced, with specialized programs for first-time dancers starting as young as 18 months.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes, students participate in annual showcases, community events, and professional performances, with choreography featured in local TV and commercial projects.
What are your instructor qualifications?
Our faculty includes certified professionals with degrees in dance education, industry awards, and performance experience with nationally recognized artists and companies.
Do you offer private lessons?
Yes, we provide customized private instruction for competition preparation, quinceaera choreography, and individual skill development with advanced instructors.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, we maintain specific uniform requirements for technical classes to ensure proper movement visibility and professional training environment.
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