Business Details
Your Trusted Dance School in Winchester, MA
The Karen Bernard School of Dance has been dedicated to providing exceptional dance education and training in Winchester, MA, for over three decades. Our mission is to cultivate a lifelong passion for dance in every student, offering a supportive environment where creativity, discipline, and individual growth thrive. With a focus on both recreational and pre-professional development, we deliver comprehensive training across multiple dance disciplines, emphasizing technical excellence, confidence-building, and personal achievement.Our experienced instructors are committed to nurturing each student's potential while fostering a deep appreciation for the art of dance. Through programs like TriStar and performance opportunities, we ensure a dynamic and engaging experience tailored to diverse skill levels and aspirations.
Services
Happy Feet
TriStar
Hip Hop
Modern/Lyrical
PrePointe/Pointe
Progressive Technique
Performance Dance Company
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of dedicated dance education experience in Winchester, MA.
- Our curriculum includes diverse dance styles for recreational and pre-professional students.
- Instructors prioritize individual attention and creative, disciplined training.
- TriStar program combines ballet, tap, and jazz with confidence-building techniques.
- Performance opportunities for serious dancers through our Performance Dance Company.
Services
TriStar
Our TriStar program combines ballet, tap, and jazz in one session, designed for recreational and accelerated learners. It builds body alignment, stage presence, and confidence while offering a 20% discount for back-to-back hip hop classes. Ideal for students seeking structured yet engaging dance education.
Hip Hop
High-energy hip hop classes focus on choreography, rhythm, and self-expression for recreational students. Classes enhance stage presence and confidence through weekly routines, making it accessible and enjoyable for students in grades K+ while fostering creativity and physical coordination.
Modern/Lyrical
Modern/lyrical classes blend ballet and jazz techniques to emphasize emotional storytelling and musical interpretation. Designed for grades 4+, this style encourages improvisation, floorwork, and versatility, helping students develop artistic depth and technical proficiency in a supportive environment.
Happy Feet
Happy Feet introduces 3-5-year-olds to ballet and tap basics through playful, music-driven activities. The 45-minute sessions focus on foundational movements, coordination, and joy of dance, nurturing early interest while preparing young learners for structured dance education.
Performance Dance Company
The Performance Dance Company challenges serious dancers with advanced training in TriStar, hip hop, modern, and jazz. Members participate in multiple show performances annually, requiring dedication and enrollment in complementary classes to refine technical and artistic excellence.
People
Karen Bernard
Director/Owner
Karen Bernard, founder of the school, holds a B.S. in Education and Massachusetts K-12 certification. A member of the Dance Teachers Club of Boston and Dance Masters of America, she brings decades of expertise in dance education and leadership.
Kailene Bernard Stankovic
Assistant Director
Kailene Bernard Stankovic, with over 20 years at KBSD, serves as Assistant Director. A certified member of the Dance Teachers Club of Boston, she specializes in choreography and full-time instruction, blending creativity and technical precision.
Allison Mazzarella
Part-time Teacher
Allison Mazzarella, a Hofstra University graduate, contributes 6 years of experience at KBSD. She choreographs for Boston-area youth theater and teaches part-time, merging performance expertise with educational mentorship for aspiring dancers.
Courtney Bernard
Part-time Teacher
Courtney Bernard, a graduate of the Dance Teachers Club of Bostons training course, teaches and choreographs at KBSD while working full-time at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, balancing healthcare and dance education with dedication.
Chaneigh Bernard
Part-time Teacher
Chaneigh Bernard, a Boston University graduate, teaches and choreographs at KBSD while performing with DanceWorks Boston. Her expertise in contemporary, jazz, and heels enriches the schools curriculum with professional industry insights.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern/lyrical, pre-pointe/pointe, and progressive technique classes for ages 3+.
How do I register for classes?
Registration is available online through our website, where you can complete the form and select your preferred classes.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Our Performance Dance Company provides advanced students with multiple show appearances annually, requiring enrollment in complementary classes.
What is the TriStar program?
TriStar combines ballet, tap, and jazz in one session for grades K+, with optional hip hop discounts, focusing on technique and confidence-building.
Do you cater to beginners?
Absolutely. Happy Feet (ages 3-5) and other introductory classes ensure a welcoming environment for first-time dancers to explore foundational skills.
