Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Studio in De Soto, MO
At Bordeau Dance Studio, we are dedicated to fostering a positive and inviting environment where dancers of all ages and skill levels can thrive. Established in 2005 by Joy Brown, our studio combines over four decades of dance expertise with a commitment to staying current in the ever-evolving dance industry. Our instructors attend national dance conventions to ensure our teaching methods remain innovative and effective. We offer comprehensive training in ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop, with appropriately sized classes that allow individualized attention. For competitive dancers, we provide a rigorous program featuring multiple competitions and guest educators.Our mission is to cultivate a lifelong love for dance while building technical proficiency and artistic expression. We serve the De Soto community with classes for recreational dancers and aspiring professionals alike. Our team's extensive experience, including collaborations with renowned choreographers, ensures students receive top-tier instruction. We prioritize creating a supportive atmosphere where passion, determination, and creativity flourish.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Classes
Tap Classes
Hip Hop Classes
Combo Classes
Parent & Me
Competition Team
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of competitive dance program experience
- Our instructors attend national dance conventions annually
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized instruction
- Our owner has 40+ years of professional dance experience
- We partner with renowned choreographers like Mia Michaels
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program develops proper technique through barre exercises, center work, and across-the-floor progressions. Students learn classical vocabulary while building strength, flexibility, and musical awareness. Classes emphasize correct body alignment and performance quality, preparing dancers for all styles while fostering discipline and artistry.
Jazz Classes
Jazz instruction focuses on isolations, rhythm patterns, and dynamic movement quality. Students learn Broadway and contemporary jazz styles while developing strength and timing. Classes incorporate current music trends and emphasize versatility through various jazz techniques and performance applications.
Tap Classes
Tap classes build technical proficiency through rhythm exercises and sound production. Students develop musicality through progressive tap patterns and traveling steps. Our program emphasizes clear articulation and syncopation while improving ankle strength and coordination.
Hip Hop Classes
High-energy hip hop classes teach popping, locking, and breaking fundamentals. Students explore freestyle expression while learning age-appropriate choreography. Our program focuses on musicality, spatial awareness, and developing individual style through contemporary hip hop techniques.
Competition Team
Our competitive program offers 4-5 weekly training hours with guest choreographers. Dancers participate in at least four annual competitions and community performances. The program emphasizes technical excellence, artistic growth, and teamwork through intensive rehearsal and performance opportunities.
People
Joy Brown
Owner & Instructor
With 40+ years of dance experience, Joy holds a BFA in Dance Performance from Missouri State University. She serves as Grandview High School's varsity dance coach and trains with industry leaders like Mia Michaels.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for dancers aged 2 and up, including parent & me classes for 2-3 year olds and combo classes for different age groups.
Do you offer competitive dance programs?
Yes, our competitive program includes at least four annual competitions and 4-5 hours of weekly training with guest choreographers.
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop classes with specialized instruction in each discipline.
Are classes available for recreational dancers?
Yes, we provide classes for all skill levels from recreational dancers to competitive teams.
Who are your instructors?
Owner Joy Brown, a BFA graduate with 40+ years experience, leads a team that trains at national dance conventions annually.