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NEW TO DANCE?

5 Things Parents Should Know When Choosing a Dance Studio

1. What type of dance floor is used? Dance is a very physical activity that requires a great deal of jumping, which can put stress on bones and joints. Most dance footwear does not provide any cushioning, so the impact of dance movement can place a lot of pressure on the knees and back. The best way to assure a safe dance environment for your child is to choose a school that has a professional "floating floor". A floating floor is a dance floor that rests on a base of foam, to absorb the shock of jumping. Our studio is equipped with professional floating floors. Our state of the art floors help reduce the risk of injuries, and allow our students to dance longer without getting fatigued.
2. What is the size of the class? If a dance class has fewer students in it, each child will receive more personalized attention, learn more, and have more fun. In a small class of younger students it is easier for a teacher to maintain control over the class and make sure each student understands the concepts and instructions. A smaller class size also allows teachers to ensure that students are developing proper technique. Our smaller class sizes make sure that no fundamental concepts are missed and no dancer feels left out. Our studio limits all of our grade school dance classes to 14 students per class. With our Tiny Tots classes (ages 2-3) our limit is 8 students per class. With our Pre-K classes (ages 3-5) our limit is 10 students per class.
3. What are the qualifications of the teachers? Our studio employs instructors who are professionally qualified in the area of dance they will be teaching. However, many studios hire inexperienced teachers who "learn as they go" while teaching your children. We feel it is extremely important that our teachers are not only trained in dance, but continue to attend annual dance conventions and workshops throughout the country to stay current with dance trends. Our teachers go through a comprehensive interview process and are also trained by the Studio Director to ensure they are teaching their classes according to the ideals and beliefs that the studio is built upon. All of our teachers have been dancing their entire lives in a professional studio environment. Many have danced at a collegiate level and have returned to our studio to pass their talents onto your children. We teach correct terminology (don't laugh - many teachers don't!), respect and discipline and proper technical training is at the core of our philosophy. Our teachers make dance class engaging, upbeat and fun, all while giving your children the best, most complete dance education!
4. What are the "extras" required for the year end recital? Most studios put on a year-end show. Students that perform in the show must have a costume for each of their dance numbers. Some studios may require parents to sew their child's costumes, or pay extra and the parents must find their own seamstress to do the sewing. This can be inconvenient and frustrating for parents who are busy or can't sew. Our studio uses our own seamstress to sew and alter the costumes, after they are ordered, so parents do not have to worry about any costume hassles. Our studio also provides dancers with all of their props, costume accessories, recital tights, finale t-shirt and a DVD of the performance at no extra cost!
5. Can I get immediate assistance if I have a question? In many studios the teacher or studio owner conducts classes and handles the administration tasks. By trying to do two jobs at once, the class may suffer as the teacher has to use class time for customer service issues, or the studio may have no administrator if the teacher is in a class. To have a good experience, it is important to choose a school that can assist you with questions, even if the teacher is occupied in a class. At our studio, we have a family-friendly lobby area, with an organized office manager on staff who is well-trained and knowledgeable in our services available during regular class hours to answer questions and handle administrative tasks.

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TESTIMONIALS

What people are saying about us. See why students travel from Norwell, Hingham, Cohasset, Weymouth, Marshfield and Duxbury to take classes here at Duval Dance and Music Academy.

"I keep meaning to write to you about the recital. It was such an amazing show - you did an incredible job. I can only imagine how much work and how many hours you put into it all, and it certainly showed. It was just so wonderful! Thanks so much - see you in the fall!"

—Julie Chandler (Scituate Mom)

"Miss Stephanie, Thank you for a great year of dance. Molly really enjoyed your class and entertained the entire neighborhood, family and grocery store with her “Baby Face” dance. We are looking forward to next year!"

—Jodi Steverman (Scituate Mom)

"Miss Stephanie, Thank you for all of your hard work with the girls. They just love you. You are a very special person to them."

—Kari O'Connor (Scituate Mom)

"Miss Stephanie, I can't thank you enough for all that you have taught me. You instilled a desire to work hard in dance and everything that I do. Now that I will be heading off to college, I am excited to arrive with what you have taught me. Thank you for being a great teacher and a great friend."

—Gina Masciarelli (Duval Student)

"Thank you so much for everything you have done over the years. Through your hard work and dedication you've helped make me the strong person I am today. I can never express how much dance has meant to me. I appreciate all you have done for me and I a so proud and honored to have be a part of Duval Dance and Music Academy."

—Kristin Reimels (Duval Student)

"Duval Dance studio has been a positive experience for my daughter and has helped to foster confidence, poise and a love of dance. ..."

— Kathleen Hewitt (Parent)

"Congratulations on the girls' fabulous performances yesterday and their high gold & gold awards! You and the girls worked so hard this year and it really showed in their dancing! They improved so much in the last few months! ..."

— Kathy Whalen (Parent)

"Sophie had the time of her life. My family was so impressed, as was I, with the whole show. You do a marvelous job (as do your teachers)..."

— Scituate Mom

"I can't tell you how happy we are with Kenna's enthusiasm for dance. And I'm sure that's due to your enthusiasm with the kids. She told me that she loves being on stage. We've come a long way from her not wanting to leave my side to even go to a birthday party!"

— Chris Berkely (Scituate Mom)