Business Details
Premier Dance Classes in Plattsburgh, NY for All Ages
Empire Dance was founded to create a transformative dance experience that combines technical excellence with personal growth. Our studio cultivates a supportive environment where dancers of all ages develop physical skills while building confidence, creativity, and lifelong friendships. With a team of industry professionals who bring decades of performance and teaching experience, we offer specialized training in multiple dance disciplines. Our curriculum emphasizes both artistic expression and athletic development, preparing students for competitive success or personal enrichment.Through annual recitals, Disney collaborations, and New York City performance opportunities, we provide real-world stage experience that nurtures well-rounded performers. The studio's commitment to individualized attention ensures every student receives the guidance needed to achieve their unique potential while maintaining our reputation as a premier dance destination in the North Country.
Services
Hip Hop Classes
Jazz Dance
Tap Instruction
Lyrical Choreography
Pom Squad
Acro-Dance
Contemporary Training
Birthday Parties
Adult Fitness
Competition Team
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined teaching experience from our director and staff
- Our program integrates technical training with character development and performance experience
- We provide unique opportunities including Disney performances and Broadway master classes
- Our instructors maintain active industry connections with professional choreographers
- We emphasize individual growth through personalized feedback and creative choreography
What people say
Safe place to express myself
Positive atmosphere
Dance family
Confidence in ourselves
Home away from home
Services
Hip Hop Classes
Our hip hop instruction develops rhythm, coordination, and personal style through contemporary choreography. Students learn foundational moves while exploring creative expression in a high-energy environment. Classes emphasize musicality and performance skills that translate to both competition and casual dance settings.
Lyrical Choreography
This style combines technical precision with emotional storytelling through movement. Classes focus on fluid transitions, dynamic control, and interpreting music through expressive body language. Students develop artistry while building strength and flexibility for compelling performances.
Competition Team
Our competitive program offers advanced training in multiple genres with regular performance opportunities. Dancers receive specialized coaching for competitions, parades, and special events. The team environment fosters discipline, teamwork, and technical excellence through structured rehearsals and professional choreography.
Adult Fitness
The REMIX and Zumba classes provide cardiovascular conditioning through dance-based workouts. Participants improve fitness while learning choreography to popular music. Classes combine interval training with dance techniques to build endurance, strength, and coordination in a fun group setting.
Birthday Parties
Our party packages include dance instruction and celebration space with themed decorations. Guests enjoy choreographed routines, party games, and special lighting effects. The studio provides setup and cleanup while hosting up to 10 guests with options for additional attendees and customized entertainment.
People
Stephanie Miller
Owner, Exec. Director, Master Instructor
With professional dance experience spanning music videos, live performances, and competitions, Stephanie brings 15+ years of industry expertise to EDC. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes personal expression through technical mastery and creative choreography.
Sam Heckman
Co-Director, Competition Instructor
A specialist in lyrical and jazz instruction, Sam has directed EDC's New York City and Disney performance programs since 2018. She trains dancers in competition routines while developing creative choreography for recitals.
McCalie Narducci
Competition Instructor
Teaching hip hop, jazz, and acro-dance, McCalie brings energy and technical precision to competition team training. She focuses on developing performance quality and technical skill in advanced dancers.
Jill Shantie
Competition Instructor
Specializing in tap and mini beatz, Jill provides expert rhythm training while nurturing young dancers' musicality. Her instruction emphasizes proper technique and creative expression for competitive routines.
Madisyn McCormick
Competition Instructor
Instructing hip hop and contemporary styles, Madisyn develops choreography that challenges dancers' technical abilities while encouraging artistic interpretation. She works with competition teams on performance preparation and stage presence.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer for children?
We provide hip hop, jazz, tap, lyrical, pom, acro-dance, and contemporary classes for children ages 2 through teens.
Are adult dance fitness classes available?
Yes, The REMIX and Zumba classes offer dance-based workouts for adults with varying experience levels.
Do you offer competition opportunities?
Our competition team participates in local and regional events, with special performance opportunities at Disney and New York City venues.
Can I rent studio space for events?
Birthday party packages include studio rental with dance instruction, party games, and celebration space for up to 10 guests.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, check, and online credit card payments with a small processing fee for digital transactions.
How do I schedule a trial class?
Visit our website to create an account and register for trial classes in any of our offered dance styles.
