Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance School in Long Beach
Dance has been dedicated to fostering a passion for dance since its founding. We believe dance is a transformative art form that empowers individuals through self-expression, creativity, and personal growth. Our team of experienced instructors cultivates a supportive and inclusive environment where students of all skill levels can thrive. From ballet to hip hop, contemporary to tap, our diverse class offerings cater to a wide range of interests and abilities. We prioritize building lifelong skills, confidence, and community connections through dance education. With over four decades of experience, we remain committed to excellence in instruction and nurturing a family-oriented atmosphere.Our programs emphasize technical proficiency, artistic development, and the joy of movement, ensuring every student receives personalized attention. We provide opportunities for performance, competition, and creative exploration while maintaining a focus on individual progress. Our facility offers state-of-the-art spaces for training, including specialized studios for various dance disciplines. Through structured curricula and flexible class options, we accommodate both recreational and pre-professional dancers. Our mission extends beyond techniquewe aim to instill discipline, resilience, and a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.
Services
Jazz
Ballet
Lyrical
Tap
Hip Hop
Acro
Fit Ball
Theatre
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of dedicated dance education experience
- Our faculty includes certified instructors in multiple dance disciplines
- We provide personalized training for all skill levels from beginner to pre-professional
- Our curriculum combines technical mastery with creative expression
- We maintain a supportive, family-oriented learning environment
What people say
Amazing instructors
Supportive community
Excellent training
Professional facilities
Creative programs
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical precision, grace, and artistic expression through traditional training methods. Students learn proper body alignment, classical vocabulary, and performance techniques. Classes emphasize musicality, discipline, and artistic interpretation while preparing dancers for both recreational and professional paths.
Hip Hop
This dynamic program teaches foundational hip hop techniques including popping, locking, and breaking in a high-energy environment. Instructors focus on rhythm, musical interpretation, and personal style while maintaining proper technique and injury prevention. Classes cater to all skill levels from beginner to advanced performers.
Lyrical
Lyrical dance combines ballet and jazz techniques to create emotionally expressive performances. Our program emphasizes fluid movement quality, storytelling through dance, and connection to music. Students develop artistry, flexibility, and creative interpretation skills through structured choreography and improvisation exercises.
Tap
Our tap program focuses on developing clear rhythmic patterns and percussive footwork. Students progress through technical levels while learning improvisation and musical interpretation. Classes incorporate various tap styles from traditional Broadway to modern rhythm tap in a supportive learning environment.
Acro
This specialized program integrates dance with acrobatic skills including flexibility, balance, and tumbling. Instructors emphasize proper technique and safe progression through skill levels. Classes develop strength, coordination, and spatial awareness while maintaining dance artistry and performance quality.
People
Carrina Blanchard-Rose
Owner/Founder
With over 40 years in dance education, Carrina established Dance to create a nurturing environment for artistic development. She oversees curriculum development and instructor training while teaching advanced technique classes.
Morgan Lighthol
Director
Morgan coordinates company operations and teaches jazz, tap, and adult fitness classes. With extensive performance experience, she brings expertise in choreography and dancer development to our programs.
Amanda Nakasuji
Instructor
Specializing in hip hop and contemporary dance, Amanda teaches technique and company classes. Her background in competitive dance informs her approach to skill development and performance preparation.
Roseabella Azzara
Instructor
Roseabella instructs acro and contemporary classes, focusing on safe progression through technical levels. Her teaching emphasizes proper alignment and injury prevention while developing artistic expression.
Shani Rogers
Instructor
Shani teaches ballet and theatre dance classes, drawing on her performance background to develop students' stage presence and classical technique. She specializes in preparing dancers for theatrical productions.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, hip hop, lyrical, tap, acro, fit ball, theatre dance, and contemporary in structured programs for all ages and skill levels.
Are there classes for adults?
Yes, we provide adult classes and unlimited pass options for recreational dancers and fitness enthusiasts in various dance styles.
What are your registration fees?
Annual registration costs $30 per student, with class packages ranging from $68 for one class weekly to $300 for unlimited family access.
Do you offer private lessons?
Private instruction is available starting at $25 per half-hour session, with options for technique development or choreography creation.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in annual recitals at the Karen Carpenter Theatre, with multiple performance groups and competition teams available.
What should I wear to class?
Specific attire requirements vary by class, but generally include leotards/tights for ballet, fitted clothing for hip hop, and jazz shoes for most styles.
