Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Education Destination in Rochester, NY
Studio K Dance & Fitness was founded to provide dancers with exceptional dance education while emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and personal growth. Our mission extends beyond technical excellence, fostering confidence and creating a supportive community where students thrive. With a diverse range of classes from beginner to advanced levels, we cater to both competitive and recreational dancers, ensuring every student finds their passion. Our artistic directors, Kristen and Kelsey Wegman, bring extensive professional experience and a deep love for dance, cultivated through years of training, performance, and teaching. We prioritize building strong bonds within our dance family, recognizing the importance of a nurturing environment in artistic development.Since our establishment, we have focused on offering high-quality instruction across various dance styles, including ballet, modern, and acrobatic arts. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our partnerships with local institutions and participation in regional performances. We continuously strive to expand our community through summer intensives, master classes, and choreography opportunities. Our team remains dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of dance education while ensuring every student feels valued and inspired. This philosophy has solidified our reputation as a trusted destination for dance training in Rochester.
Services
Dance Classes
Competitive Dance Teams
Recreational Programs
Summer Intensives
Master Classes
Choreography Services
Acrobatic Arts Training
Ballet Instruction
Modern Dance Workshops
Performance Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Experienced instructors with professional dance backgrounds
- Supportive environment fostering confidence and teamwork
- Diverse dance styles from ballet to acrobatic arts
- Acrobatic Arts Certified teaching methodology
- Proven track record in competitive dance preparation
Services
Dance Classes
Studio K offers structured dance classes for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Our curriculum includes ballet, modern, jazz, and contemporary styles. Students receive personalized instruction to develop technical proficiency while building confidence and artistic expression in a supportive environment.
Competitive Dance
Our competitive dance program prepares students for performance excellence through rigorous training and choreography. Participants gain stage experience, teamwork skills, and technical mastery. The program includes regional competitions and showcases that highlight individual growth and group coordination within a professional framework.
Acrobatic Arts
Certified Acrobatic Arts instruction focuses on safe, progressive skill development combining dance and acrobatics. Classes emphasize flexibility, strength, and control while maintaining proper technique. This specialized training enhances performance capabilities for dancers seeking to incorporate dynamic movement into their repertoire.
Summer Intensives
Seasonal intensive programs provide immersive dance experiences with master instructors and guest choreographers. These limited-enrollment workshops offer concentrated skill development, performance preparation, and creative exploration. Participants benefit from extended training hours and specialized curriculum unavailable during regular sessions.
Performance Opportunities
Regular performance events include recitals, community showcases, and regional festivals. These experiences build stage presence and professional etiquette while celebrating student achievements. Annual productions feature original choreography and collaborative projects that demonstrate technical progress and artistic growth.
People
Kristen Wegman
Owner/Artistic Director
BFA in Dance from The College at Brockport, former Co-Captain of Brockport Dance Team, and Chamber Ballet Brockport member. Teaches across Rochester since 2014 with professional performance experience in regional festivals and Lancer Dancers.
Kelsey Wegman
Owner/Artistic Director
BFA in Dance from University at Buffalo, Acrobatic Arts Certified instructor since 2022. Former UB Dance Class of 2022 Senior Showcase co-director with teaching experience since 2015 and Rochester performance credits including Fringe Festival appearances.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, and acrobatic arts instruction with specialized programs for competitive and recreational dancers.
Are there competitive dance opportunities?
Yes, our competitive dance teams participate in regional competitions and performance events with structured training programs for all skill levels.
Do you offer summer programs?
We provide seasonal intensive workshops with guest instructors, focusing on skill development and performance preparation through concentrated training sessions.
What makes your studio unique?
Our focus on personal growth combined with technical excellence creates a supportive environment where dancers develop confidence alongside their artistic abilities.
Are instructors certified?
Our acrobatic arts instructors hold specialized certifications, and all staff maintain professional standards through ongoing training and performance experience.
How do I register for classes?
Visit our website to access current schedules and registration forms, or contact us directly for assistance with class placement and enrollment.
