Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Academy in Hialeah, FL
Founded in February 1998 by Isis Alonso and directed by Mara Alonso Ramirez, our dance academy has dedicated over two decades to cultivating excellence in dance education. Our team of highly qualified instructors and choreographers combines technical expertise with a passion for the art, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to maximize each dancer's potential. We emphasize not only technical proficiency in styles like ballet, hip hop, and contemporary but also essential life skills such as discipline, cooperation, and respect.Our inclusive environment welcomes all skill levels, fostering a unique family dynamic where recreational and competitive dancers train side by side. With a proven track record of nurturing talent and building character, we remain committed to providing a safe, supportive space for artistic growth and lifelong learning.
Services
Acro
Ballet
Ballroom
Contemporary
Hip Hop
Jazz
Lyrical
Pointe
Strength Conditioning
Stretch/Jump/Turns
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 22+ years of proven dance education expertise
- Our inclusive environment trains recreational and competitive dancers together
- Certified instructors emphasize both technical mastery and character development
- We teach 10+ dance styles with specialized curriculum
- Family-oriented approach builds lifelong bonds between students
Services
Acro
Our acro classes combine dance and acrobatics, developing flexibility, strength, and coordination. Students learn to integrate gymnastic elements with dance movements, enhancing their technical range and performance quality. This style builds core strength while emphasizing safe, controlled execution for all skill levels.
Ballet
Ballet classes establish foundational technique through barre work and center combinations. We focus on proper alignment, balance, and musicality while developing grace and precision. Our progressive curriculum accommodates beginners through advanced dancers, including specialized pointe training for qualified students.
Ballroom
Ballroom instruction covers social and competitive partner dances including waltz, tango, and swing. Students develop rhythm, connection, and styling while learning traditional and modern ballroom techniques. Classes emphasize both technical accuracy and performance expression.
Contemporary
Contemporary classes blend modern, jazz, and ballet elements to create expressive movement. We focus on emotional interpretation, spatial awareness, and technical versatility. Dancers explore dynamic choreography that challenges traditional forms while maintaining strong technical foundations.
Hip Hop
Hip hop instruction teaches urban dance styles including popping, locking, and freestyle movement. Classes emphasize rhythm, isolation techniques, and personal expression within various hip hop sub-styles. Our curriculum develops both technical skill and authentic performance quality.
People
Isis Alonso
Founder
Isis Alonso established DCDA in 1998, bringing decades of dance experience and a vision for accessible, high-quality dance education. Her leadership focuses on creating an inclusive environment where technical excellence meets personal growth.
Mara Alonso Ramirez
Director
As director, Mara Alonso Ramirez oversees curriculum development and instructor training. With professional dance experience and a commitment to youth development, she ensures DCDA maintains its educational standards and family-oriented philosophy.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer 10+ styles including ballet, hip hop, contemporary, ballroom, acro, jazz, lyrical, and specialized conditioning classes for dancers.
Do you accept all skill levels?
Yes! Our program welcomes beginners through advanced dancers with age-appropriate classes and performance opportunities for every skill level.
Are there competition opportunities?
All students may participate in competitions without auditions. We emphasize personal growth over competition, maintaining equal opportunities for all dancers.
What are your class hours?
Classes run Monday-Friday 4pm-9pm and Saturday 9am-12:15pm. We offer flexible scheduling across multiple dance styles and skill levels.
How do you build dancer confidence?
Our family-oriented approach fosters mutual support between students. We emphasize personal progress over comparison, celebrating individual achievements in a collaborative environment.
