NANCY STEWART, DIRECTOR

Nancy Stewart, holds a Bachelor’s of Art degree in dance Pedagogy from Virginia Intermont College and is certified in Autism Movement Therapy (AMT). She is also an approved vendor for Orange County Public Schools (OCPS).

Nancy has worked with the Florida Citrus Sports Summer Sports Camp as well as many area schools and organizations to develop dance programs specific to their needs.

Nancy’s philosophy of dance education extends beyond technique; she emphasizes the history of dance, self-appreciation, and the joy of movement. For Nancy, dance is not just about steps—it’s about friendship, caring, and connection. Most importantly they must feel that deep down, dance is FUN. 

In 1985, Nancy opened her own studio named after what her students called her, “THE DANCE TEACHER.”

  

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Our classes use Dance in a variety of genres, to spark the students’ creative impulses. Each of our programs align with educational benchmarks, emotional and developmental markers, and age-appropriate technique and choreography. We conduct all new student registrations in person either during open registration or by appointment so that we may provide you the undivided attention you deserve. Upon registration your class day and time is reserved for the entire session. We do not prorate tuition, and tuition may not be transferred to different sessions. Please contact us for registration and dress code information. Our School Term classes follow the OCPS schedule.

Ages 2 ½ - 4

PRESCHOOL DANCE  

Preschool Dance Is a 30-minute once a week, non-stop, creative movement class designed for our younger ages. Parent participation is required for the first four weeks of this program. We focus on directions, color identification, gross motor skills, memory, and fun. We utilize scooter boards, streamers, and parachutes. Parents are asked to arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of class to attend to all personal needs.   Class available: Wednesday 4:45pm or Saturday 9:00am

Ages 4 -5 1/2

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

 Creative Movement   A 45-minute, once a week class, designed for children ages 4- 5. This program focuses on right and left definition, counting music, basic arm and simple feet positions, sequencing, color identification, and most importantly – following directions while learning the fundamentals ballet.  Class available: Wednesday 5:15pm or Saturday 9:30am             

Ages 5-7

EXPLORING DANCE

Exploring Dance is a workshp that is offered in 12-week sessions. It is a 60-minute class that meets once a week for school ages 5-7.  This class builds upon a relative movement format and explores modern dance as well as the fundamentals of tap in a fun and creative atmosphere. Class available: Monday 5:00pm or Saturday 10:15am

 Ages 7 -10 

BALLET & BEYOND

Ballet & Beyond is a 60- minute once a week class. Ages 7 and up. This program develops classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students expand their knowledge of ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. In addition to traditional technique our program offers an integration of other performing arts styles.  As students advance in skill they are encouraged to take additional classes per week that increase in class length and skill expectations.  Class available: Wednesday 6:00pm or Saturday 11:15am

PRIMARY BALLET TECHNIQUE

Primary Ballet technique is a 60-minute class for students ages 8 and up that focuses on classical ballet skills, advancing barre and center techniques, terminology, turns and jumps. Class available: Mondays 6:00pm

Ages 11 and up

BALLET

Ballet Technique is offered as 60-minute or 90-minute class for experienced dance students. Director approval required. Class available Monday 7:00pm (90 minutes) and Wednesday 7:00pm (60 minutes)

TO THE POINTE

To the Pointe is a 45-minute class. Meets once a week.   This program focuses on adagio and allegro combinations in addition to maintaining balance, strength, and solid technique. A minimum of two ballet technique class per week must be taken along with this program.   Director approval required. Class available Wednesday 8:15pm

ADULTS
Join our specialized adult enrichment programs today and rediscover your rhythm! Our Tuesday adult only classes are designed for self-improvement and lasting serenity! Make Tuesdays your “Me time” with a 45 minute or 60-minute class. The Dance Teacher offers Ballet Technique (6:30pm), Modern Jazz (7:30pm), Stability Dance Fitness - private or semi private program (8:15pm). School term sessions are by the semester. Registration is required one full week before the sessions begin. Please contact our office for additional information.  Private instruction in these styles is also available. 

Tap workshops are available as 12-week sessions on Tuedsays at 5:30pm. Please contact our office for additional information.

Our “Beyond the Steps” - Stretch and Alignment mini workshops are offered as mini sessions. Please contact our office for additional information.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE! The Dance Teacher is an approved OCPS vendor. and we are excited to offer programs at local schools in the community. Our programs are offered in two sessions (fall/winter and winter/spring) with a specified starting and ending date. A parent presentation to showcase skills is held on the last date of each session. Class sizes are limited to ensure quality instruction.

• Registration and payment are required to confirm a space for the afterschool session.

• Once registered, your child’s space is held for the duration of the session. There is no refund once your childs space is confirmed.

• Refunds are given only in the event The Dance Teacher must cancel the session.