OUR MISSION

Superior teaching is key to our mission at Central Park Dance, Westchester’s largest dance center, committed to cultivating the 21st-century dancer.
Maria Bai, Artistic Director, and Mario LaStrada, Director of Operations have over 40 years of experience.  Our faculty consists of top dancers and choreographers in the industry, all of whom bring their true professionalism and abundant knowledge to the studio. We believe that personal attention is essential for student growth. Talent is carefully nurtured and developed, allowing every dancer to feel a sense of accomplishment and to reap the rewards of discipline and dedication. It is our mission to challenge, motivate, and inspire, raising each individual dancer to new heights! CPD establishes a supportive atmosphere in which our reputation for fairness and constructive education thrives. We are proud to provide dancing lessons to those in Westchester, NY & surrounding areas such as Scarsdale, White Plains, Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry, Ardsley, Yonkers, Eastchester, Harrison and Mamaroneck, NY!

OUR MISSION

Superior teaching is key to our mission at Central Park Dance, Westchester’s largest dance center, committed to cultivating the 21st-century dancer.
Maria Bai, Artistic Director, and Mario LaStrada, Director of Operations have over 40 years of experience. Our faculty consists of top dancers and choreographers in the industry, all of whom bring their true professionalism and abundant knowledge to the studio. We believe that personal attention is essential for student growth. Talent is carefully nurtured and developed, allowing every dancer to feel a sense of accomplishment and to reap the rewards of discipline and dedication. It is our mission to challenge, motivate, and inspire, raising each individual dancer to new heights! CPD establishes a supportive atmosphere in which our reputation for fairness and constructive education thrives.

OUR MISSION

Superior teaching is key to our mission
at Central Park Dance.

Maria Bai, Artistic Director, has over 30 years of teaching experience to her credit. Our faculty consists of top dancers and choreographers in the industry bringing their true professionalism and abundant knowledge to the studio. We believe that personal attention is essential for student growth. Talent is carefully nurtured and developed, allowing every dancer to feel a sense of accomplishment and to reap the rewards of discipline and dedication. It is our mission to challenge, motivate, and inspire, raising each individual dancer to new heights! CPD provides a supportive atmosphere in which our reputation for fairness and constructive education thrives.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF LEARNING DANCE AT A PROFESSIONAL STUDIO

If you are interested in learning dance, Central Park Dance is here to help. We offer a structured learning experience that goes beyond just learning steps and routines. Our goal is to enrich our students by providing the expertise, resources, and community to help dancers of all levels reach their potential. Here are several reasons to seek out professional lessons at our dance studio:

  • Expert Instruction: Our professional studio employs knowledgeable, experienced, and highly qualified instructors who teach proper technique and choreography that is specifically tailored to students’ individual skill levels. We offer personalized feedback to help students improve and refine their abilities.
  • Structured Learning: Our dance studio follows a professional curriculum designed to progressively develop skills, ensuring that each dancer learns in a safe and organized way. Students have access to a variety of challenging classes that allow them to grow and develop their skills in different styles.
  • Quality Facilities: Our studio environment is specifically designed to foster learning and focus. Central Park Dance is equipped with supportive flooring, mirrors, and excellent sound systems; this allows you to learn safely and optimize your performance.
  • Injury Prevention: Dancing is an active sport that can put you at risk for injuring yourself if you don’t know what you’re doing. Our professional instructors teach proper posture, alignment, and technique from the beginning to reduce your chances of injury and allowing you to perform at your best.
  • Learn a Variety of Dance Styles: Central Park Dance offers a range of dance styles, including ballet, hip hop, jazz, and more. This gives you the chance to explore different genres and find what resonates with you.
  • Build Discipline & Confidence: Attending regular classes at our dance studio can help you stick to a schedule. This builds your discipline, reaffirms your commitment, and helps build the habit. Our students develop self-confidence as they progress, take on new challenges, and achieve their goals.
  • A Supportive Community: Attending dance classes with your peers helps you build friendships around similar interests. Whether you are working towards performances or simply attending a class for fitness, a dance class in a positive atmosphere encourages motivation and discipline. 

Whether for recreational enjoyment or serious pursuit, taking classes at a professional studio can be the foundation for long-term success in dance. At Central Park Dance, our mission is to instill long-term passion in our students with high-quality instruction. Contact our dance studio today to learn more about the programs we offer!

ABOUT THE DANCE STUDIO

One of the longest-running and most respected dance studios in Westchester, Central Park Dance has been offering both classic and forward-looking styles of dance and fitness to adults and children for 40 years. We offer everything from adult dance classes and hip hop dance classes to jazz classes and ballet academy courses. With 200+ classes a week and 4 state-of-the-art studios, students are sure to find a class! Central Park Dance is open 7 days a week and offers Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Latin Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop adult dance classes, as well as a comprehensive menu of fitness classes. Come in today for your free trial!