Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance School in New Prague, MN
Founded in 2013, To The Pointe Dance Academy has grown to serve over 400 students across three locations in Minnesota. Our mission centers on delivering high-quality dance education with an emphasis on technical excellence, innovative choreography, and fostering a supportive, family-oriented environment. Our team of instructors brings expertise in dance, music, and the arts, ensuring students receive comprehensive training.We prioritize individual growth, offering age-appropriate classes that build confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships. With a commitment to community and Christian values, we create a welcoming space where students thrive both artistically and personally. Our competitive programs and performance opportunities further enrich the dance experience, preparing students for success beyond the studio.
Services
Acro Dance
Ballet
Hip Hop
Jazz
Pointe
Pom
Tap
Tumble Hop
Lyrical
Musical Theatre
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer expert dance instruction with a focus on technique and fresh choreography.
- Our family-friendly environment fosters confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships.
- We provide performance opportunities and competitive programs for dedicated dancers.
- Instructors hold expertise in dance, music, and arts education.
- Our Christian values create a respectful, inclusive community for all students.
What people say
Treated fairly and with respect
Knowledgeable instructors
Positive attitude contagious
Love of dance instilled
Thrilled to be part of family
Services
Acro Dance
Acro Dance combines technical dance elements with acrobatic feats, focusing on balance, flexibility, and strength. Students learn controlled tumbling sequences and dynamic movements, enhancing both artistic expression and physical discipline. This class is ideal for developing coordination and stage presence in a structured, progressive environment.
Ballet
Ballet classes emphasize proper technique, posture, and grace through traditional barre and center work. Students master foundational steps while building endurance and musicality. The curriculum prepares dancers for advanced ballet studies and performance opportunities, fostering precision and artistic growth in a nurturing setting.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop instruction focuses on street-style movements, rhythm, and self-expression. Classes teach choreography rooted in urban culture, blending isolations, grooves, and freestyle elements. Students gain confidence through high-energy routines that encourage creativity while improving agility and musical interpretation skills.
Pointe
Pointe classes train dancers to perform on the tips of their toes, requiring strength, balance, and proper alignment. Students progress through exercises that develop ankle stability and elegant line work. This advanced training prepares dancers for classical ballet roles and enhances overall technical proficiency in a supportive, methodical approach.
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre combines dance, acting, and singing to tell stories through performance. Classes focus on Broadway-style choreography, character development, and vocal projection. Students learn to integrate multiple disciplines, building versatility and stage presence for theatrical productions and ensemble performances.
People
Katelyn Fiedler
Owner/Instructor
Katelyn Fiedler founded To The Pointe Dance Academy in 2013, bringing over 15 years of dance education experience. She specializes in ballet and pointe instruction, emphasizing technical precision and artistic expression. Her leadership fosters a welcoming, values-driven studio culture.
Jamie Bergstrom
Marketing Director/Instructor
Jamie Bergstrom oversees marketing and teaches hip hop and jazz classes. With a background in performance and choreography, she creates energetic, engaging lessons that inspire students to explore urban dance styles while connecting with the local community.
Kris Brockhoff
Artistic Director/Instructor
Kris Brockhoff serves as Artistic Director, guiding curriculum development and choreography. Her expertise in lyrical and contemporary dance shapes students' emotional expression and technical versatility, ensuring high artistic standards across all performance programs.
Heidi Anglin
Front Desk Team Director
Heidi Anglin manages front desk operations and prop design. She ensures smooth administrative functions while supporting instructors with creative resources, maintaining the studio's family-friendly atmosphere through attentive customer service and organizational expertise.
Laura DeGross
Instructor/Front Desk Member
Laura DeGross teaches multiple dance styles and assists with front desk operations. Her diverse training in ballet, jazz, and acro informs a well-rounded teaching approach, prioritizing student growth and engagement in both technical and recreational classes.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer acro, ballet, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theatre, pointe, pom, tap, and tumble hop classes for ages 0-18+.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Students participate in annual recitals, community events, and competitive teams with regional and national competition opportunities.
What makes your studio unique?
Our Christian values, family-focused environment, and experienced instructors create a supportive space prioritizing technical excellence and personal growth.
Do you offer birthday parties?
Yes! Host a stress-free dance-themed birthday party at our studio. Contact us for details and availability.
