Business Details
Premier Dance School in Mayfield Village, OH
Noreen Londregan School Of Dance has been a cornerstone of dance education in Mayfield Village for over five decades. Founded on the principles of technical excellence and artistic development, our studio provides comprehensive training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, and contemporary styles. Our faculty, certified through prestigious organizations like Dance Masters of America and the Cecchetti Council of America, brings decades of professional experience to students of all skill levels. From recreational dancers building confidence to competitive performers pursuing careers, we offer tailored programs that emphasize proper technique, creativity, and physical well-being.Our state-of-the-art facility features three specialized dance rooms with shock-absorbing flooring, ensuring optimal safety and comfort. With a legacy of producing award-winning competitors and professional performers, we remain committed to nurturing the next generation of dancers through ongoing education and community engagement.
Services
Ballet Instruction
Tap Dance Classes
Jazz Technique
Hip Hop Choreography
Lyrical/Contemporary
Acrobatic Dance
Cecchetti Method
Pointe Training
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with decades of professional performance and teaching experience
- Competition team awarded multiple trophies at regional and national events
- Three specialized dance studios with shock-absorbing flooring systems
- Continuing education programs for instructors through national dance conventions
- Proven track record preparing students for professional dance careers
Associations and certifications
- Dance Masters of America
- Cecchetti Council of America
- Acrobatic Arts Certification
Services
Ballet Instruction
Our ballet program follows the Cecchetti Method, emphasizing proper technique and body alignment. Students learn traditional ballet vocabulary while developing strength, flexibility, and artistry. Classes prepare dancers for Cecchetti exams and professional performance opportunities.
Tap Dance Classes
Tap instruction focuses on precise footwork and musicality. Students explore various styles from Broadway to rhythm tap while building coordination and improvisational skills. Classes incorporate both traditional and contemporary tap techniques.
Jazz Technique
Jazz classes combine technical training with high-energy choreography. Students develop strength, flexibility, and performance quality through Broadway and competition-style jazz. Classes emphasize proper warm-up and injury prevention techniques.
Lyrical/Contemporary
This program blends ballet and modern techniques to create emotionally expressive movement. Students learn to interpret music and develop personal artistry through fluid, dynamic choreography and improvisational exercises.
Acrobatic Dance
Acrobatic arts classes integrate dance with tumbling and flexibility training. Students progress through safe, structured levels to master cartwheels, walkovers, and handsprings while maintaining proper dance technique and body alignment.
People
Noreen Rhode
Owner/Director
With over 40 years directing the studio, Noreen holds leadership roles in Dance Masters of America and the Cecchetti Council of America. She continues professional development through NYC conventions and mentors instructors in current teaching methodologies.
Colleen Rhode
Associate Director
Colleen brings extensive performance experience from Cleveland State University and professional dance teams. As Associate Director, she adjudicates competitions and teaches jazz/tap while maintaining connections to national dance educators.
Tammy DeThomas
Ballroom Instructor
Certified through Dance Masters of Ohio, Tammy specializes in ballroom dance instruction. Her competitive background includes national rankings in rhythm and theater arts divisions while maintaining a focus on children's dance education.
Kayleigh Becker
Contemporary Instructor
A graduate of University of North Carolina-Charlotte, Kayleigh teaches contemporary and lyrical techniques. She holds Acrobatic Arts Certification and choreographs for the competition team while maintaining youth protection standards.
Haley Jacobson
Early Childhood Instructor
Specializing in early childhood dance education, Haley combines her Ohio Wesleyan University degrees with 15 years of studio training. She teaches Cecchetti method and leads the competition team with a focus on holistic development.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We provide instruction in ballet (Cecchetti method), tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and acrobatic dance for students ages 2 through adults.
Do you have competitive dance teams?
Yes, our competition team has earned multiple regional and national awards. We offer specialized training and choreography for competitive performers.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our faculty holds certifications from Dance Masters of America, Cecchetti Council of America, and Acrobatic Arts. Instructors maintain continuing education through national conventions.
Are parent observation opportunities available?
Yes, our facility includes viewing windows for all studios. Parents may observe classes from our spacious waiting area at any time.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
We host annual recitals, Cecchetti exams, and competition events. Students also participate in community performances and special showcases throughout the year.