Business Details
32 Years
experience
Premier Dance Instruction in Elida, Ohio
Since 1994, Lyn's Academy of Dance has been dedicated to providing comprehensive dance training for pre-professional and recreational dancers in the greater Lima area. Our mission centers on delivering high-caliber instruction in diverse dance styles while fostering a positive, engaging learning environment. Our team of instructors brings extensive experience as educators, choreographers, and performers, with many holding advanced degrees in dance. We emphasize artistic development through structured curricula that include performance opportunities in community projects, competitions, and annual recitals.Our commitment to excellence extends to ongoing professional development for our staff and tailored programs for students of all ages, from toddlers to advanced dancers. The studio's leadership includes industry-recognized professionals who have contributed to regional and national dance initiatives, ensuring our programs remain innovative and impactful.
Services
Ballet
Pointe
Tap
Jazz
Lyrical
Hip Hop
Modern
Contemporary
Toddler Creative Movement
Dance Tumbling
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in dance education and performance training
- Our instructors hold advanced degrees in dance from accredited universities
- We provide performance opportunities in community projects and national competitions
- Our staff includes professionals with Broadway and professional dance company experience
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized instruction and feedback
Services
Ballet
Our ballet program develops technical proficiency and artistic expression through structured training. Students learn classical techniques while building strength, flexibility, and performance skills. Classes cater to all levels from beginner to advanced dancers.
Hip Hop
Contemporary hip hop classes focus on rhythm, musicality, and creative movement. Instructors emphasize proper technique while encouraging individual style development in a dynamic, energetic environment.
Dance Tumbling
Specialized tumbling classes improve strength, coordination, and flexibility. Certified instructors teach safe progressions from basic rolls to advanced aerial skills for dance applications.
Lyrical
Lyrical dance combines ballet and jazz techniques with emotional storytelling. Classes emphasize fluid movement quality and interpretation of music through expressive choreography.
Toddler Creative Movement
Age-appropriate introduction to dance fundamentals through playful activities. Classes develop motor skills, rhythm, and creativity while fostering a love for movement in young children.
People
Lyn Mulcahy
Studio Owner and Director/Dance Instructor
Bachelor of Science in Dance Education from Bowling Green State University. Four-year member of University Performing Dancers. Choreographer for professional productions including The Wizard of Oz Broadway tour.
Liz Howard
Studio Director of Instruction/Dance Instructor
Bachelors in Dance Performance from Wright State University. Master of Fine Arts in Dance from Saint Mary's College. Director of Dance at Ohio Northern University since 2017.
Meghan Mulcahy
Studio Business Assistant/Dance Instructor
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from The Ohio State University. Former intern at OhioDance. Currently teaches dance at Lima City Schools Liberty Arts Magnet.
Gillian Cox
Dance Instructor
Acrobatic Arts certified instructor. 15-year teaching veteran at Lyn's Academy. Founder member of Dance Prodigy Competition. Specializes in competitive dance and tumbling.
Grace Zickafoose
Dance Instructor
16-year studio alumna with extensive performance experience in professional productions. Graduated from Bluffton University in 2023. Combines dance expertise with mathematics education background.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, modern, contemporary, toddler creative movement, and dance tumbling programs.
What age groups do you teach?
We provide instruction for toddlers through adults, with specialized programs for recreational dancers and pre-professional training tracks.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! Students participate in annual recitals, community projects, and competitive dance events including regional and national competitions.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our instructors hold degrees in dance education and performance from accredited universities, with many maintaining active professional dance careers.
Do you offer scholarship opportunities?
Yes, we award a $500 continuing education scholarship annually to a graduating senior with 10+ years of studio experience.