Tina Marie's Dance Academy
National Studio of Excellence with 5 sprung floors, ages 2–adult, since 1991
Tina Marie's Dance Academy has been a fixture in Guilderland since 1991, built on a commitment to professional dance education in a positive, encouraging environment.
Before your first class
The studio welcomes beginners of all ages from 2 onwards and emphasizes a supportive, positive environment alongside professional training.
$45–$66 per month for recreational classes (with discounts for students in multiple classes); $220–$240 per month for the Middle/High School Training Program; $30 registration fee per student
About this studio
Tina Marie's Dance Academy has been a fixture in Guilderland since 1991, built on a commitment to professional dance education in a positive, encouraging environment. The studio holds a National Studio of Excellence designation and welcomes dancers from ages 2 through adult, across all levels from beginner to advanced.
The physical space is built for serious training: the studio features 5 sprung dance floors designed to prevent overuse injuries, a key consideration for young and developing dancers. The atmosphere is deliberately professional yet welcoming, with observation of classes encouraged at all times.
The curriculum spans multiple age bands and styles. The youngest dancers (ages 2–3) start with Creative Movement, exploring introductory ballet, jazz and tap alongside tumbling, dance games and improvisation with props. As children progress, they move into structured combo classes—Jazz/Tap/Ballet for ages 3–4, then Jazz/Tap/Hip Hop for ages 5–11, with dedicated technique classes in Tap, Hip Hop/Jazz, and Lyrical/Contemporary for middle and high school students. Adults can join a Tap & Jazz class on Monday evenings. For serious young dancers, the Middle/High School Training Program offers a more disciplined track with intensive ballet, tap, hip hop, lyrical and stretch work, alongside recital participation.
Every class culminates in a recital performance; the studio keeps these affordable and stress-free with a single recital fee (rather than ticket charges) and inexpensive, beautiful costumes provided. The academy also runs a Competition Team for dancers seeking that pathway. Registration opens July 1st each year, with tuition paid in 10 monthly instalments from September through June—not an annual contract, so you can pause or leave after June.
What to expect
Your first visit
You can visit any class to observe. Classes are structured and positive, with clear progressions from creative movement for toddlers through technique-focused classes for teens. Every dancer performs in the annual recital.
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What beginners can expect
The studio welcomes beginners of all ages from 2 onwards and emphasizes a supportive, positive environment alongside professional training.
Studio history
Tina Marie's Dance Academy was founded in 1991 and has maintained a commitment to professional dance education in a positive atmosphere for over three decades.
Styles offered
9 dance styles taught here
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What dance styles does Tina Marie's Dance Academy teach?
Tina Marie's Dance Academy teaches General, Creative Movement, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop and 3 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Tina Marie's Dance Academy located?
Tina Marie's Dance Academy is located in Guilderland, NY. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Tina Marie's Dance Academy offer private lessons?
Contact Tina Marie's Dance Academy directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Tina Marie's Dance Academy teach kids and adults?
Tina Marie's Dance Academy 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 Tina Marie's Dance Academy?
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