Business Details
10 Years
experience
Dance Classes for All Ages in Homer, NY
Signature Dance Company has been a cornerstone of the Homer community for a decade, offering inclusive dance education to children of all ages and experience levels. Founded in 2016 by owner and instructor Meghan Libous, the studio emphasizes kindness, personal growth, and artistic development. With a team of hand-picked instructors, the company provides diverse classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, acro, and more, fostering a nurturing environment where dancers build confidence and life skills.The studios mission extends beyond dance, aiming to cultivate well-rounded individuals through structured programs, community outreach, and a commitment to inclusivity. Signature Dance Company hosts annual recitals, summer camps, and special events, ensuring a holistic experience that combines technical training with emotional and social growth.
Services
Ballet Classes
Jazz Instruction
Hip Hop Workshops
Acro Training
Lyrical Dance
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- 10+ years of experience fostering inclusive dance education
- Owner with 18+ years of teaching expertise
- Structured programs for beginners to competitive dancers
- Community-focused initiatives like the Kindness Collection
- Annual recitals and summer performance opportunities
What people say
Like family to us
Kindness and respect
Builds self-confidence
Dedication to dance
Positive teaching methods
Services
Ballet Classes
Signature Dance Company offers progressive ballet training from beginner to advanced levels. Classes focus on technique, barre work, and performance skills. Dancers learn foundational movements while developing grace, discipline, and artistic expression in a supportive environment.
Hip Hop Workshops
Hip hop classes teach rhythm, isolation, and street-style techniques to ages 6+. Instructors emphasize clean choreography and creative expression while maintaining age-appropriate music and movements for recreational and competitive dancers.
Acro Training
Acro classes combine dance and gymnastics fundamentals for flexibility and strength development. No prior experience is required, with skill-based placement ensuring safe progression in cartwheels, handstands, and performance-ready tricks.
Lyrical Dance
Lyrical classes for ages 7+ translate music lyrics into expressive choreography. Ballet proficiency is required, with progressive levels focusing on storytelling, fluidity, and emotional connection through movement.
Summer Camps
Themed summer camps like 'Wickedly Popular' and 'Island Groove' offer intensive dance training combined with crafts and performance preparation. Age-specific programs run July-August with half-day and full-day options for recreational and competitive dancers.
People
Meghan Libous
Owner/Instructor
With 18+ years of teaching experience, Meghan founded Signature Dance Company in 2016. A former Dance Connection student and Keuka College graduate, she specializes in creating inclusive environments that combine technical training with character development.
Nina Capone
Acro/Ballet Instructor
Nina brings expertise from SUNY Cortland Performing Arts Institute and Fashion Institute of Technology. With 8 years of gymnastics experience and prior teaching roles at Tre Bella's, she specializes in acro and ballet instruction for structured skill progression.
Morgan Thayer
Preschool/Acro Instructor
Morgan combines early childhood education credentials with 6 years of dance instruction experience. A former Signature Dance Company student, she focuses on preschool dance foundations and acro training while pursuing Early Childhood Education studies.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer classes for children as young as 2 years old through adult programs, with specific divisions for preschoolers, youth, teens, and adults.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! We host annual June recitals with multiple casts, summer performance opportunities like the Brockway Truck Show, and special events throughout the year.
What dance styles are offered?
We provide instruction in ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical/contemporary, tap, acro, and musical theater styles for all skill levels.
How do I register for classes?
Registration occurs annually in July for returning students and August for new students through our online portal, with late registration available in September.
What are costume requirements?
Each class requires one costume priced between $55-$60, with payment deadlines in November and late fees applied after December 1st.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes! Summer camps run July-August with themed programs, and we offer intensive training sessions for competitive dancers during the off-season.
