Why Chesterfield Dance Center Is the Best Choice for Your Child

At Chesterfield Dance Center, we believe that dance is more than just movement—it's a foundation for confidence, discipline, and lifelong joy. Here's why families across the region trust us to nurture their children's love of dance:

The Only Sprung Floors in the Area

We are proud to be the only studio in the area with professionally installed sprung and raised floors—the same kind used by top ballet companies and universities. These floors are designed to absorb shock and reduce impact, protecting growing joints from the long-term damage that can result from dancing on hard surfaces like concrete or laminate.

Why it matters:

• Sprung floors help prevent injuries to knees, hips, and ankles.
• They support proper technique and alignment.
• They allow dancers to train safely and comfortably for longer periods.

Other studios may overlook this crucial detail, but we prioritize your child’s health and future in dance.

No Combo Classes—Focused Learning for Real Growth

Unlike many studios, we do not offer combo classes (e.g., ballet/tap or jazz/hip hop in one session). Why? Because we believe that young dancers deserve focused instruction in each genre to truly grow.

Why we avoid combo classes:

• Changing shoes takes valuable class time away from dancing.
• Young children benefit from consistency and structure.
• Focusing on one style per class allows for deeper learning and better technique development.

Instead, we offer genre-specific classes that maximize your child’s time in the studio and ensure they’re building strong foundations in each style.

Degreed & Professional Faculty

Our instructors are not just passionate dancers—they’re experienced educators with degrees in dance and professional performance backgrounds with over 125+ of combined teaching years. This means your child is learning from people who understand both the art and the science of movement.

What sets our faculty apart:

• University-trained in dance pedagogy and kinesiology.
• Experience performing with professional companies and choreographing for stage.
• Committed to age-appropriate instruction and positive reinforcement.
• YPAD and CPR certified.

Technique First, Recital Second

While we love a great recital, our classes are designed to teach real dance technique, not just a routine for the stage. We focus on building strong foundations in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and more—so your child grows as a dancer, not just a performer.

Our curriculum includes:

• Progressive skill development across levels.
• Emphasis on musicality, coordination, and artistry.
• Opportunities for performance that showcase growth, not just costumes.

What Parents Say

 "We have been very impressed with the level of professionalism at this studio. Carrie(the owner) is extremely dedicated, caring, cost-conscious, and a number of other adjectives I can't think of right now - but they're all positive! Our daughter went to a summer class, saying she would just take the class, but wouldn't take classes in the fall. A few days in, she said she would take classes in the fall, but would not join the team. A week later, she wants to be on the team, has made tons of friends, and is really loving the supportive, drama-free, talented, and professional faculty and students.

I didn't think our daughter would ever want to do competition team dance again. It took the CDC family to revive her interest, and passion for dance.

There are flashier studios. There are prettier, newer studios. There are louder, more publicized studios. But, I don't think there is a studio that balances health, safety, fitness, dance fundamentals, and joy like CDC does."

--Parent of a dancer (taken from a Facebook review)

"CDC has provided an incredible experience, not just for our girls, but for our entire family! When we first enrolled, our daughters were hesitant and not very interested in participating in classes. Now, they absolutely love dance and look forward to class every single week.
The year-end recitals deserve a special shoutout. They’re truly next level. I’ve sat through other dance recitals that felt endless and unorganized, but CDC’s recital was a total game changer. From our very first one, we were blown away. It’s well-timed, professionally run, lasts about an hour, and the performances are genuinely impressive. I actually get excited to attend and if they offered adult classes, I’d sign up in a heartbeat! If I could give 100 stars, I would. We absolutely love CDC!"

--Parent of two dancers at CDC (taken from a Google review)

More Reasons to Choose Us

• Small class sizes for personalized attention.
• A welcoming, inclusive environment for all children.
• Clear communication with families and a strong sense of community.

Ready to Dance Differently?

Come see why Chesterfield Dance Center is the studio where technique, safety, and joy come together. Schedule a trial class or contact us today—we’d love to welcome your family to ours.