Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Academy in Chesapeake, VA
Shining Stars Dance Academy was founded in 2016 with a mission to cultivate a love for dance through quality instruction and personalized attention. Our studio, now located in a spacious facility on Battlefield Boulevard in Chesapeake, VA, was built upon the legacy of the Margaret Pleau School of Dance. We prioritize small class sizesnever exceeding 15 studentsto ensure every dancer receives individualized guidance. Our team of experienced instructors, led by Owner/Co-Director Theresa Hylinski, offers training in diverse styles while fostering confidence and artistic expression.We provide performance opportunities through local events, competitions, and an annual showcase, alongside free trial classes to help new students discover their passion. With structured tuition plans and a commitment to community engagement, we aim to make dance education accessible and transformative for all ages.
Services
Dance Classes
Performance Company
Summer Camps
Adult Dance
Homeschool Classes
Competition Teams
Free Trial Classes
Costume Rentals
Audition Preparation
Community Events
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes with personalized instructor attention.
- Our studio provides performance opportunities in local events and competitions.
- We maintain a legacy of dance excellence since 2016.
- Our experienced instructors hold credentials in multiple dance disciplines.
- We welcome new students with free trial classes to explore dance.
What people say
Excellent instructors
Great for all ages
Small class sizes
Performance opportunities
Welcoming environment
Services
Dance Classes
We offer age-specific dance classes for students aged 18 months and older, including Foundations Combo, Pre Dance, and Adult Dance programs. Our curriculum covers multiple styles with technical precision and creative expression. Classes maintain a maximum 15:1 student-instructor ratio to ensure personalized development.
Performance Company
Our audition-based Performance Company participates in regional competitions and community events throughout Hampton Roads. Members receive specialized training in acrobatic and traditional dance styles while building stage presence and teamwork skills. Annual auditions ensure appropriate skill-level placement for all participants.
Summer Camps
Seasonal dance camps provide intensive training and creative exploration during summer months. Programs include technique workshops, choreography sessions, and performance preparation for students seeking accelerated skill development. Camps accommodate various experience levels with age-appropriate curriculum structures.
Homeschool Classes
Structured dance instruction for homeschool students aged 9+ combines technical training with artistic expression. Classes integrate with homeschool schedules while maintaining our standard focus on small-group instruction and individual progress tracking.
Competition Teams
Our competition teams prepare students for regional dance competitions with specialized coaching in choreography, stage presence, and performance technique. Teams practice advanced routines while maintaining technical fundamentals and collaborative performance skills throughout the competitive season.
People
Theresa Hylinski
Owner/Co-Director
Theresa Hylinski co-founded Shining Stars Dance Academy in 2016 and oversees daily operations. With extensive dance education experience, she expanded the studio to its current 805 N. Battlefield Blvd location to accommodate growing enrollment while maintaining small class sizes.
Heather Davis Delaney
Founder
Heather Davis Delaney established Shining Stars Dance Academy in 2016 after acquiring the Margaret Pleau School of Dance's former facility. She initiated the studio's community-focused approach before transitioning leadership to ensure continued growth and program expansion.
Rebecca
Performance Company Director
As Performance Company Director, Rebecca manages audition processes, team choreography, and competition logistics. She coordinates seasonal auditions and provides specialized training for dancers seeking advanced performance opportunities in regional competitions.
Rachel
Assistant Director
Rachel serves as Assistant Director and dance instructor, supporting curriculum development and student progress tracking. She implements teaching methodologies that align with the studio's technical standards while mentoring emerging dancers.
Alli
Dance Instructor
Alli contributes to the studio's instructional team with expertise in multiple dance styles. She delivers age-appropriate instruction while maintaining the academy's commitment to technical excellence and individualized student attention.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, acrobatics, and hip-hop through age-specific classes for students aged 18 months and older.
Are there performance opportunities available?
Yes! Our Performance Company participates in local events and regional competitions, with annual auditions held each May for the following season.
Can new students try classes before enrolling?
We welcome all prospective students to participate in free trial classes to experience our teaching approach and studio environment.
How are tuition payments structured?
Tuition is divided into two installments per session, with specific due dates outlined in our payment schedule for both fall and spring sessions.
What are class size limits?
We maintain a maximum 15:1 student-to-instructor ratio across all classes to ensure personalized attention and quality instruction for every dancer.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, our seasonal summer camps provide intensive dance training with specialized workshops and performance preparation for students of various experience levels.
