Business Details
Trusted Dance Education in Irwin, PA
At Soul Steps Dance, we are dedicated to fostering excellence in dance and character development within a wholesome, encouraging environment. Our mission is to create a space where students grow not only in technical skill but also in personal integrity, guided by Christian values. Located in Irwin, Pennsylvania, our facility at Calvary Baptist Church offers ample space for learning, practice, and community engagement. Our team of experienced instructors brings decades of combined expertise in ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary, and other dance forms, ensuring personalized attention and professional growth opportunities. We prioritize a nurturing atmosphere where students feel inspired to explore their creativity and build lasting relationships. Through performances, competitions, and community events, we emphasize the importance of teamwork, discipline, and artistic expression.Our curriculum is designed to accommodate students from preschool through young adulthood, with class placements based on skill level and instructor approval. We are committed to maintaining transparency in our operations, including tuition policies and class schedules, to support families in their dance journey. Testimonials consistently highlight our dedicated instructors, positive environment, and the transformative impact of our programs on students' confidence and abilities. As we continue to grow, we remain rooted in our founding philosophy of combining technical excellence with spiritual growth to shine as a beacon in the community.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Hip Hop
Contemporary
Acro
Pointe
Clogging
Jazz
Technique
Pre-Pointe
Highlights and features
- Our team includes instructors with 10+ years of dance education experience
- We maintain a faith-based approach to artistic and personal development
- Offering 8+ dance styles with instructor-approved progression pathways
- Community involvement through local performances and events
- Structured competition program with clear skill development requirements
What people say
Wonderful teachers
Blessed to have found
Love and support
Wholesome environment
Radiant light community
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops foundational technique through structured instruction in classical positions, barre work, and center combinations. Students progress from basic movements to advanced pointe work with instructor approval. Classes emphasize posture, grace, and musicality while fostering discipline and artistic expression in a supportive environment.
Hip Hop
Hip hop classes teach dynamic movements rooted in urban culture, focusing on rhythm, isolations, and freestyle expression. Students learn choreography from current trends while developing individual style in an energetic, inclusive atmosphere that encourages creative confidence.
Contemporary/Lyrical
Contemporary/lyrical classes blend ballet technique with expressive storytelling through movement. Emphasis is placed on emotional connection, fluid transitions, and interpretive skills, helping students develop versatility and artistic depth in their performances.
Acro
Acro dance combines technical dance skills with gymnastic elements like cartwheels, walkovers, and handsprings. Classes focus on flexibility, strength, and control while ensuring safe progression through proper spotting and conditioning techniques.
Pointe
Pointe classes require prior ballet experience and instructor approval, focusing on advanced training en pointe. Students develop ankle strength, proper alignment, and elegant execution of pointe-specific movements while maintaining classical ballet technique.
People
Lisa Smith
Ballet and Technique Teacher
Lisa Smith brings extensive dance education experience to her role, specializing in ballet and technique instruction while nurturing students' artistic growth in a supportive environment.
Kelly Gebadlo
Founder/Teacher
Founder Kelly Gebadlo fulfills her childhood dream through Soul Steps, combining dance expertise with Christian values to create a nurturing space for students' artistic and personal development.
Julia Dandar
Dance Instructor
With 17 years of dance experience, Julia Dandar teaches multiple styles while emphasizing technical precision and fostering students' confidence through personalized instruction and mentorship.
Ella Faust
Student Teacher
Ella Faust shares her expertise in ballet and contemporary dance, drawing from 12 years of Soul Steps experience to guide younger students through technical development and performance preparation.
Anna McFarland
Dance Instructor
Anna McFarland teaches diverse styles including clogging and contemporary, leveraging four years of Soul Steps experience to create engaging classes that balance technical training with creative expression.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept students starting at age 3 through young adulthood, with classes categorized by skill level and instructor approval for advanced techniques.
Do you offer competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our competition team requires two ballet classes weekly, core style participation, and summer intensive training with clear progression requirements for all dance forms.
What dance styles are available?
We offer ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary/lyrical, acro, clogging, jazz, and pointe classes with structured advancement pathways for technical development.
How are class placements determined?
Placements consider age, experience, and skill level, with instructor approval required for advanced classes like pointe and competition participation.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in annual recitals, community events, and competition showcases that highlight their technical growth and artistic expression throughout the year.
