The Susan Ina Academy of Performing Arts is a 5700 square foot learning facility for dance students of all ages and levels. Both boys and girls, ages toddler through adult can grow into confident performers through our dance program guided by our professional staff.

 

The Facility

·    Three spacious studios complete with attached barres, full length mirrors, surround sound systems, and custom-built sprung floors with marley surfaces.

·    The Grand Studio - approx 1400 square feet.

·    The Fairview Studio - approx 1040 square feet.

·    The Wonderland - approx 890 square feet.

·    Observation Room for parents with live video viewing of each studio classroom.  Observation Room also has play area for siblings.

·    Dressing room.

·    Eat-In Kitchen Area, equipped with full-size refrigerator and several small appliances for cooking.

·    Separate Women's and Men's Rest Rooms.

·    Plenty of well lit parking.

·    Outdoor picnic area.

·    ADA compliant facility.

 

The Staff

·    Faculty members have more than 100 years combined teaching experience.

·    Friendly, caring teachers for each age and style.

·    Our teachers have trained students who have been awarded several top honors in the Regional and National competition arena.

·    Master Guest Class opportunities for Intermediate and Advanced dancers.

 

The Classes

·    Fun and structured Kinderdance classes for ages 3-5 discovering the excitement of dance while building a solid foundation.

·    Combination classes for ages 5-7 pre-ballet/tap classes are convenient and fun. Jazz classes are available at age 5 with prior training.

·    Classical Ballet training program available for ages 7 and older. These classes are labeled Ballet Technique classes.

·    Dance Company available for students interested in competing locally in Jazz, Musical Theater, Lyrical and Tap.

·    Adult classes in Jazz and Tap from young adults to seniors over age 70.

·    Private lessons available in all subjects, for competition students of one or more years of competition experience on a first come first served bases.

·    Summer 4 week program offered in June and July.

 

Performance Opportunities

·    Spring Production for all students with beautiful matching costumes, professional dance floor, experienced lighting technicians and creative choreography to make every student a star.

·    Annual Fall-Winter  performance.

·    Travel opportunities for members of competition groups- across the United States.

·    Special performance spot for our advanced graduating seniors in our annual spring production.

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We are conveniently located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. We are only minutes from Howard County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City.