D.A.T.
DANCE STUDIO
Dedicated, Artistic, and Talented Dance Studio
D.A.T. Dance Studio is dedicated to providing a fun, loving, and motivational dance environment for you and your family. We are accepting of all students, and inspire everyone to reach their full potential.
Enrollment
2021-2022 SEASON
New Students
New student early registration has begun! If you are interested in joining D.A.T. Family, you may sign up for a registration appointment by clicking the link below.
Enrollment for Summer Programs are Now Open
Please see the information below for more details regarding D.A.T. Summer Guest Instructor Series.
D.A.T. SUMMER GUEST INSTRUCTOR SERIES
D.A.T. is excited to welcome members of our extened dance family as well as a few of our very own to provide instruction this summer!
Classes are for dancers ages twelve through adult. You do not need to be enrolled at D.A.T. to participate. Classes may be purchased a la carte or as a package. Each class is capped at fifteen dancers. Each instructor's bio will be posted the week of their class.
FREEZE
Choreography by Da'Lia Starkey
Classes We Offer
LEVEL 1 (AGES 3-5)
BALLET
JAZZ
ACRODANCE PRESCHOOL
LEVEL 2 (AGES 5-8)
BALLET
JAZZ
TAP
AFRICAN
HIP-HOP
ACROBATICS
LEVEL 3 (AGES 8-12)
BALLET
JAZZ
TAP
AFRICAN
HIP-HOP
ACROBATICS
PRAISE
MODERN
LYRICAL
LEVEL 4 (AGES 13-17)
BALLET
JAZZ
TAP
AFRICAN 2
HIP-HOP 2
ACROBATICS
PRAISE
POINTE*
MODERN:HORTON TECHNIQUE
LYRICAL
ADULT (AGES 18+)
ADULT CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR DROP-IN OR ENROLLMENT
BALLET, JAZZ, MODERN COMBO CLASS
AFRICAN
TAP
ZUMBA
BARRE AND STRETCH
*All classes listed with an asterisk (*) must be recommended by D.A.T. owners and instructors.
Special Certifications
D.A.T. Staff and owners are well versed in many different genres of dance, and have received the following certifications to enhance the dance experience for our students.
Zumba is designed for anybody who would like to get their body moving and enjoy themselves while doing so.
Acrobatic Arts is designed to support students in AcroDance, and allow them to complete skills with proper technique and precision. The dancers move through progressions and levels with skills in strength, flexibility, balance, limbering, and tumbling.
Alixa Flexibility is designed to help students find a balance between their strength and flexibility using safe, research based stretching techniques. This class is beneficial for individuals that would like to increase their flexibility and/or to further support their acrobatics instruction.
ZUMBA
ACROBATIC ARTS
ALIXA FLEXIBILITY
BEAT OF THE DRUM
Choreography by Da'Lia Starkey
Schedule
2021-2022 SEASON
CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 13, 2021!
Class leveling is based on age as well as ability. Class ages are basic guidelines and classes may be assigned and/or changed based on individual student needs. Classes listed with an asterisk (*) must be recommended by D.A.T. owners and instructors.
If you are interested in joining us for the 2021-2022 dance season, please email us at DATdancestudio@gmail.com.
SATURDAY
8:30-9:30 a.m. Preschool Acrobatics and Acrobatics A
9:30-10:30 a.m. Level 1 (Ages 3-5) Ballet/Jazz Combo. and Hip-Hop/African Combo. 1
10:30-11:30 a.m. Level 2A and 2B* Ballet
11:30-12:30 p.m. Level 2 Jazz
12:30-1:30 p.m. Intro to Tap and Beginner Tap
1:30-2:30 Level 3A and 3B* Ballet
2:30-3:30 p.m. Level 3 Jazz
3:30-4:30 p.m. Intermediate Tap
4:30-5:50 p.m. Praise
5:30-6:30 p.m. Hip-Hop 2
MONDAY
5:30-6:30 Zumba (18+) and Pointe
5:30-8:30 Private and Semi-Private classes are available. Private classes can be arranged by emailing us at datdancestudio@gmail.com. Be sure to include your child's name, dance experience, genre, and instructor they would like for their private class. Current students take priority when scheduling private classes.
TUESDAY
5:30-6:30 p.m. Lyrical 1 and Competetive Lyrical
6:30-7:30 p.m. Modern and Acrobatics B
7:30-8:30 p.m. Barre and Stretch (Ages (18+)
WEDNESDAY
5:30-7:30 p.m. Competition(Minis and Petites)*
Competition (Juniors and Teens)*
7:30-8:30 Adult Tap and Adult African (18+)
THURSDAY
5:30-6:30 p.m. Ballet 4A and Ballet 4B*
6:30-7:30 Jazz 4
7:30-8:30 Adult Combo. (18+)
FRIDAY
5:30-6:30 p.m. Acrobatics C and Zumba (18+)
6:30-7:30 p.m. Acrobatics D
7:30-8:30 African 2 and Advanced Tap
Class Attire
ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A SOLID BLACK LEOTARD AND BLACK DANCE TIGHTS. IF A STUDENT TAKES CLASSES THAT REQUIRE THEM TO DANCE BAREFOOT THEY SHOULD PURCHASE TRANSITIONAL TIGHTS THAT CAN TRANSITION FROM FOOTED TO FOOTLESS. SOLID BLACK DANCE SHORTS ARE PERMITTED.
LEVEL 1 FOOTWEAR
Ballet and Jazz- Black ballet slippers
LEVELS 2 AND 3A FOOTWEAR
Ballet- Black ballet slippers
Jazz- Black jazz shoes
Tap- Black tie-up tap shoes
Hip-hop- Sneakers (black)
Praise, African, Acrobatics, Modern, Lyrical- Barefoot
LEVELS 3B AND 4 FOOTWEAR
Ballet- Black ballet slippers
Jazz- Black character shoes
Tap- Black tie-up tap shoes
Hip-hop- Sneakers (black)
Praise, African, Acrobatics, Modern, Lyrical- Barefoot
ADULT FOOTWEAR
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Ballet- Black ballet slippers
Jazz- Black jazz shoes
Tap- Black tie-up tap shoes
Hip-Hop- Black sneakers
African- Barefoot
Testimonials
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
My daughter, Jaylah started dance last September, and she loves it. She started with two classes, and now this year four. I love that the teachers are patient, understanding, and know what it means for a village to raise a child. They are not just about the dancer, but the family. Their dedication and passion for dance is heartfelt. I am truly grateful, thankful, and blessed to be apart of the D.A.T. family.
DANIELLE DAVIS
Thank you D.A.T. family for teaching, loving, encouraging, pushing, and uplifting my daughter. Dakota is coming into her own. She has blossomed to be the butterfly I knew she could be. D.A.T. was a life saver for Dakota. Not only did they teach her how to dance, but her CONFIDENCE is everything now! Because of D.A.T. she's able to be herself! Thank you D.A.T. family for all you guys do for my daughter.
ASHLEY HILL
We love D.A.T. Dance Studio! It's a family oriented dance school that makes both children and adult dancers feel comfortable in the skin they're in! They are professional, organized, and extremely encouraging! I saw my daughter blossom so much in just one season! We can't wait for the fourth season to begin!
OCTAVIA TOKLEY
D.A.T. Dance Studio has always been a wonderful experience. All dance teachers create a positive, structured, and above all, fun environment for the dancers. Truly a second home for me and Ava.
TANISSA REED
My daughters LOVE D.A.T. Studio. This was their fisrt year with D.A.T. and they had very basic dance skills when they started. They thrived from start to finish even when faced with the adversities of COVID-19. They gained more self confidence in their dance and always look forward to class on Saturdays. The environment is friendly and welcoming, and they are excited to start their second year of dance.
KAMMIE CURRY
DAT Team
DA'LIA STARKEY
DIRECTOR
ASHLEY HORTON
ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR
TYRIK DEAN
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Additional DAT Staff
YOU’RE IN GREAT HANDS
MS. LACHAE
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
MR. ITOLA
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
MS. MICHELLE
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
MS. KEISHA
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
MR. IBI-INA
SELF DEFENSE
MS. NADJA
FINANCIAL DIRECTOR AND LEAD RECEPTIONIST
MS. ROSE
RECEPTIONIST
MS. TRACY
RECEPTIONIST
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