As you’ve probably noticed, the team at Tonawanda Dance Arts is very busy prepping for recital! It's our favorite time of year as we love to watch the joy on our students faces and they take the stage, become more confident, and have fun! Performing is so beneficial for children for a variety of reasons. Parents sometimes ask us, “Why should my child participate? What’s beneficial about it?” This is an excellent question—and a significant one! The recital is an investment in

Let the summer fun begin at Tonawanda Dance Arts! We have a class that everyone will enjoy! Stay strong this summer and continue your training! Stretch and Flexibility Offered to children 7+ years old. June 25, July 9 & 30, August 7 from 5:30-6PM Open Tumble Offered to children 7+ years old. June 25, July 9 & 30, August 7 Intermediate: Offered to 7+ year olds from 7-7:75PM [Minis + Pre-Juniors] Advanced: Offered to 10+ year olds from 7:45-8:30PM [Juniors + Seniors] Stay Stron

Let the summer fun begin at Tonawanda Dance Arts! We have a class that everyone will enjoy! Acro, ballet, creative movement, and more! Take a look at the class options below. You can even sign up for a free trial class TODAY! My First Dance Class Offered to children 1-2 years old. A special introductory program for our littlest dancers to get them introduced to music and movement alongside their parents. Children learn simple dance steps and do light tumbling. 6-6:30PM June 2

Let's all give a big welcome to Sharon Detweiler, the newest member of the TDA Staff! 💜 Sharon Detweiler has been teaching dance for the past 25 years, and has been a student of dance for the past 35. Her formative training was with Wayne Blatt of The School of Classical Ballet of Rochester, and with Cayla Allen. She continued her training at Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway, as well as with Lisa Taylor. She is a grade IV teacher member of the Cecchetti Council of