Margie Shortt Dance Studio
Gulf Breeze dance studio teaching tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, pointe, lyrical…
Margie Shortt Dance Studio has been part of Gulf Breeze since 1973, celebrating 50 years of dance in 2023.
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Before your first class
Classes begin with foundational techniques and the graded dance system supports each student progressing at their own pace.
Yearly registration fee $45 per family.
About this studio
Margie Shortt Dance Studio has been part of Gulf Breeze since 1973, celebrating 50 years of dance in 2023. The studio's mission is to inspire and nurture a lifelong love for dance in every child, empowering them with skills, confidence, and creativity to express themselves through movement. They believe dance teaches technique while instilling discipline, self-esteem, and the joy of artistic expression.
The studio features a wooden spring floating floor, ballet barres, and floor-to-ceiling mirrors. Students begin by mastering foundational techniques including rhythm, body alignment, music appreciation, and dance terminology. Along the way they build self-confidence, foster friendships, and develop grace. A graded dance system ensures each dancer progresses at their own pace, supporting steady growth and improvement.
Classes run Monday through Thursday during the dance season (August through May). The studio offers tap, jazz, hip-hop, ballet, pointe, lyrical, and acrobatics. Classes are available for ages 2½ and up, with separate tracks for different age groups and ability levels. Pre Pointe and Pointe classes require prior ballet experience and instructor approval. Acrobatics classes require students to be at least 6 years old and enrolled in a tap, ballet, or general dance class.
Beyond regular classes, the studio hosts studio events including monthly movie nights on Friday evenings (for 6th grade and under) with movies, games and pizza. A summer dance camp runs for five days in June, where dancers aged 5 and older learn tap dances and a 10-minute musical theatre piece, with technique, games, crafts and activities throughout the days. Birthday parties can be booked for weekend time slots, offering a dance-filled celebration in the studio's professional environment.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes begin promptly as scheduled, with a range of levels from introductory through advanced pointe. You'll work on foundational dance technique in a supportive, structured environment with a sprung floor, barres, and mirrors. The studio welcomes students starting at age 2½.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Classes begin with foundational techniques and the graded dance system supports each student progressing at their own pace.
Studio history
Margie Shortt Dance Studio opened in Gulf Breeze in 1973 and marked 50 years of dance in 2023. Over the decades the studio has nurtured talent, fostered community, and watched countless dancers develop their skills, confidence, and passion for dance, while continuing to honor its tradition of quality instruction.
Styles offered
8 dance styles taught here
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Margie Shortt Dance Studio
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Margie Shortt Dance Studio teach?
Margie Shortt Dance Studio teaches General, Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Pointe and 2 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Margie Shortt Dance Studio located?
Margie Shortt Dance Studio is located in Gulf Breeze, FL. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Margie Shortt Dance Studio offer private lessons?
Contact Margie Shortt Dance Studio directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Margie Shortt Dance Studio teach kids and adults?
Margie Shortt Dance Studio welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Margie Shortt Dance Studio?
The fastest path is to visit Margie Shortt Dance Studio via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.