Business Details
Encore Dance Academy: Delaware's Premier Dance Education Destination
Encore Dance Academy has been cultivating a passion for dance in students of all ages for over 17 years. Our mission extends beyond technical instructionwe foster a supportive family environment where dancers develop discipline, confidence, and lifelong friendships. With two locations in Delaware, we offer age-appropriate programs from toddler classes to professional-level training, emphasizing proper technique and artistic expression. Our competitive teams consistently achieve top honors in regional competitions, while our performance ensembles provide diverse stage opportunities.Recognized as North Delaware's Best Dance Studio by the News Journal, we maintain a unified curriculum across both studios, ensuring consistent quality. Our experienced instructors, many of whom trained within our program, create a nurturing atmosphere where students thrive artistically and personally. We prioritize clear communication with families and maintain transparent policies regarding schedules, tuition, and performance requirements.
Services
Dance Classes
Competitive Teams
Performance Ensembles
Summer Camps
Workshops
Recital Production
Dancewear Sales
Free Trial Classes
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 17-year legacy of dance excellence with proven teaching methods
- Our instructors include industry professionals with extensive performance experience
- Competitive teams consistently achieve 1st OVERALL placements in regional competitions
- Dual studio locations offer flexible scheduling while maintaining curriculum consistency
- We cultivate well-rounded dancers through technical training and character development
What people say
Top competitive teams
Positive environment
Experienced instructors
Family-friendly
Proven track record
Services
Dance Classes
Structured dance education for ages 1.5 through adults with progressive skill development. Offers ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary styles in beginner to professional levels. Classes emphasize proper technique, performance skills, and artistic expression while maintaining a supportive learning environment.
Competitive Teams
Award-winning competitive dance program with three skill divisions for ages 4-19. Provides technical training, choreography sessions, and competition preparation. Teams consistently achieve top placements in regional competitions while emphasizing personal growth and team camaraderie alongside performance excellence.
Performance Ensembles
Performance opportunities beyond regular recitals including community events and special shows. Offers winter wonderland performances, retirement home visits, and parade appearances. Requires less commitment than competitive teams while maintaining professional performance standards and costume requirements.
Summer Camps
Seasonal dance programs combining technical training with creative projects and team-building activities. Designed to maintain dance skills during school breaks while introducing new choreography and performance concepts in a fun, intensive format.
Free Trial Classes
Complimentary dance classes allowing prospective students to experience different styles and instructors. Available for all age groups and skill levels during regular studio sessions, providing a risk-free introduction to the academy's teaching methods and environment.
People
Lauren Robbins
Owner/Executive Director
With over 17 years of experience in dance education, Lauren established Encore Dance Academy to create a nurturing environment for young dancers. She oversees curriculum development and studio operations while maintaining the academy's family-oriented philosophy.
Sarah Swatsworth
Senior Instructor
Certified dance instructor specializing in ballet and contemporary styles. Brings professional performance experience to her teaching, focusing on technical precision and artistic expression for students at all levels within the academy's structured program.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for children as young as 1.5 years old through adult learners at all skill levels.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our Encore Elite Competitive Teams serve ages 4-19 with three skill divisions and weekly choreography sessions.
Are there multiple studio locations?
We have two fully equipped studios in Bear and Newark, DE with identical curriculum and instructors.
What dance styles do you teach?
Our program includes ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, acro, and musical theater styles.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, we require specific dancewear for each class type to ensure proper technique development and visibility.
Can I try a class before enrolling?
We offer free trial classes during regular seasons - register through our online scheduling portal.
