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Welcome to the Dance Slipper!

Celebrating over 25 years of success...

Congratulations to the Dance Slipper's Competition Dance Team - 

NATIONAL CHAMPIONS at the American Dance Award's National Competition!


Latest Updates 

Costumes *NEW* - The costume pictures for the recreational dance classes are now posted at the Dance Slipper.  Stop in to see your child's costume. Tights and shoe requirements are listed below each costume or can be found in the "Class Schedule" section of this website.  If you have specific questions, please see your child's teacher.

Dance Tights and Shoes Requirement *NEW* - The list of tights and shoes required for this year's recital can now be found on this website.  Select "Class Schedule" above to see the listing below each class. 

Dance Tights and Shoes *NEW* - Parents /Guardians can now order the dance tights and shoes needed for the recital directly from the Dance Slipper.  Sizing charts for tights are located next to the posted costume pictures.  To place your order, see Susie in the office no later than March 31st. (This will allow time for the tights to arrive prior to picture day on Saturday, April 28th.)  All orders must be paid for in advance.


Wondering what class is right for your child?

Select a dance class listed below to find out more information about that syle of dance...

Acrobat / Gymnastics                 Ballet / Pointe               Hip Hop

Jazz            Kinderdance              Lyrical / Modern              Tap

 

Come watch some of the talented dancers at The Dance Slipper... Click here to view videos of their performances...


 

Improvised Flight Performs in NYC - The Dance Slipper's new dance company, Improvised Flight, performed in New York City on December 30th.  Chance to Dance at City Center Stage started at 8 pm.  City Center Stage is located on 56th Street between Broadway and 6th Avenue.  To learn more, click here to go to In the News.

 

Dance Slipper students danced in the Albany Berkshire Ballet's 2011 performance of the Nutcracker at Symphony Hall in Springfield.  To learn more, click here to go to In the News

 

Dance Slipper Alumni danced in local production of "The Very Best of Cher...A Life Tribute" show at The Majestic Theater in West Springfield.

Katrina LaClair, Stephanie Olson, Cortney Puza, and Ashley Bannish (l to r), all alumni of The Dance Slipper, as featured Cher Dancers with "Cher" Lisa Carter and Choreographer David Bovat. To see more pictures, click here to go to In The News.


Dance is the perfect form of self-expression. It's a great way to exercise your body, mind and spirit. Let our experienced staff guide you through the world of dance. The Dance Slipper is a dance studio that offers dance classes in Ballet, Tap, Lyrical, Modern, Hip-Hop, Acrobat/Gymnastics, and Jazz for all levels and abilities. We also offer Kinderdance and Tiny Tumblers for the little ones. Our wide range of classes and experienced staff makes The Dance Slipper perfect for enjoying the wonderful world of dance. Our goal is to give each student a positive and enjoyable learning experience.

Brenda Barna, owner and artistic director of The Dance Slipper, and her skilled staff believe in working with each student individually to bring out their personal best and challenge them to dance their way to self-confidence. The caring and nurturing attitude of the staff receive high praise from the parents of The Dance Slipper students. Whether considering a serious dance commitment or just the enjoyment of recreational dance, we work with students of all abilities to bring about a great feeling of accomplishment. If you have a three year old stepping onto the dance floor for th first time or are looking for a more advanced group, we have a class for you.

The Dance Slipper has students not only from Southwick, but from all the surrounding areas including Agawam, East Granby (CT), Granby (CT), Granville, Otis, Simsbury (CT), Suffield (CT), Tolland, Westfield, and West Springfield. Dance instruction ranges from beginner (or introductory), intermediate, advanced, competitive and adult. Lessons began in early September and we are excited to have another wonderful group of students join us.


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The Dance Slipper
3 Industrial Road
PO Box 1044
Southwick, MA 01077
413-569-3896