Studio B Dance

Are you searching for a dance studio in the Tennessee area that offers exceptional training, a rich history, and a truly nurturing environment where your child can flourish? Look no further than Studio B Dance, a distinguished institution proudly serving the Germantown community. With roots tracing back to 1939 through the Bradshaw family and making its debut in Germantown in 1990 under the direction of Debra Bradshaw Powell, Studio B Dance boasts over 30 years of excellence in our very own community. This legacy is built on a foundation of not just teaching dance, but truly caring for each student.

The profound impact of Studio B Dance is consistently reflected in the heartfelt testimonials from local families. One parent, whose daughter has grown up within the studio's walls, shared, "Our daughter has grown up at Studio B and spent countless hours there with Debra Powell and the AWESOME instructors. At the age of 13, she is in her 10th year of dance and there is no where else she would rather spend her afternoons than in that studio. Deb and the staff have always done more than just choreograph and teach technique. They love your children. They genuinely care for your children. They guide and instruct them with lessons that stick with your children even when they walk off that dance floor. I will always be grateful for this place, the friendships we have made and everyone there that has a hand in her growth ❤️"

Another parent beautifully articulated the growth they've witnessed: "My daughter has danced at Studio B for the last 6 years, and I have seen her confidence grow. The staff loves the dancers for who they are as individuals. It is a great place to learn and grow. My daughter wants every day to be a Studio B day." These powerful endorsements highlight the core philosophy of Studio B Dance: a commitment to technical proficiency alongside a genuine dedication to fostering self-confidence, valuable life lessons, and a deep sense of belonging. For anyone in the Tennessee region seeking a dance home where individual growth and a supportive community are paramount, Studio B Dance stands as a beacon of artistic and personal development.

Studio B Dance is conveniently located at 2115 Merchants Row, Germantown, TN 38138, USA. This prime location places the studio in a readily accessible area of Germantown, making it an ideal choice for families not only within Germantown itself but also from surrounding communities throughout the greater Memphis metropolitan area, including Collierville, Cordova, and parts of East Memphis. Merchants Row is a well-known local destination, ensuring straightforward navigation to the facility. This ease of access is a significant advantage for busy parents managing active schedules, allowing more time to be dedicated to valuable dance instruction and practice rather than lengthy commutes. Ample parking is typically available in a commercial area like Merchants Row, contributing to a smooth and hassle-free experience for drop-offs and pickups. This accessible location reinforces Studio B Dance's role as a central and welcoming hub for dance education throughout the Tennessee region.

• Diverse Dance Styles: Studio B Dance offers a comprehensive range of dance styles, catering to students of various ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. These include:
  • Ballet: As the cornerstone of dance, ballet classes are offered for ages 3 and up, with varying levels (e.g., ages 8 and up) focusing on technique, grace, and classical principles.
  • Tap: Classes that teach rhythmic footwork and percussive sounds, available for ages 3 and up (e.g., ages 8 and up).
  • Jazz: Energetic and expressive classes that incorporate various jazz techniques, offered for ages 6 and up.
  • Hip Hop: High-energy classes that introduce urban street dance styles, available for ages 7 and up.
  • Contemporary: Blending elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance, focusing on emotional expression and fluid movement, offered for ages 10 and up.
  • Lyrical: An expressive style of dance combining ballet and jazz techniques, available for ages 8 and up.
  • Musical Theater: Integrating dance, acting, and singing, perfect for students interested in stage performance, offered for ages 7 and up.
  • Pom/Tumble: Combining dance and acrobatic elements, likely for cheer-style routines, available for ages 5-9.
  • Leaps, Jumps, and Turns: Specialized technique classes designed to refine specific dance skills, offered for ages 8 and up.
  • Boys Hip Hop and Tap: Dedicated classes tailored for male dancers, available for all ages.
• Age and Level Placement: Classes are carefully separated by age (e.g., 3-7 for Ballet/Tap combo) and ability. This ensures that students, even 13-year-olds new to dance, are placed in classes with peers of similar experience.
• Private Lessons: Available upon request for individualized attention and accelerated skill development.
• Performing Company: Studio B has a structured performing company with multiple groups (Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior Ensemble, and Senior), offering opportunities for audition-only students to engage in higher-level training and performances.
• Dance Conventions: Students have the opportunity to attend dance conventions throughout the year, providing exposure to different instructors and learning experiences.
• Charity Events and Festivals: Studio B actively supports its community by regularly performing at charity events and festivals, teaching students the importance of giving back. Each year, a specific charity (e.g., Commission on Missing and Exploited Children - COMEC) is chosen to support.
• Summer Camps and Intensives: Offerings such as "Fairy Camp" (for ages 3-7) and various Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical, and Technique Intensives (for different age groups and skill levels) during the summer months.
• In-House Company Convention: A dedicated intensive experience for company members.

• Long-Standing Reputation & Experienced Leadership: Established in Germantown in 1990 and directed by Debra Bradshaw Powell, who has a rich background as a professional performer (including as a Rockette) and over 35 years of studio ownership. This deep experience ensures high-quality instruction and consistent leadership.
• Nurturing and Caring Environment: Reviews consistently highlight that Debra and the "AWESOME instructors" "love your children" and "genuinely care for your children," providing lessons that extend beyond dance technique. This creates a deeply supportive "family" atmosphere.
• Holistic Child Development: Studio B focuses not just on technical proficiency but also on guiding and instructing children with "lessons that stick...even when they walk off that dance floor," fostering confidence, growth, and valuable life skills.
• Personalized Attention: The studio's ability to accommodate students of all levels and ages, ensuring that a 13-year-old beginner is in a class with other beginners, speaks to their commitment to individualized learning.
• Diverse Curriculum with Progression: With a wide array of dance styles and structured levels, students have ample opportunity to explore interests and progress continuously from preschool age through high school.
• Community Engagement: Studio B actively participates in local charity events and festivals, instilling in students the importance of "paying it forward" and connecting with their community.
• Opportunities for Performance and Growth: From local performances at charity events to involvement in a performing company that attends dance conventions, students have multiple avenues to showcase their talents and further their dance education.
• Positive Impact on Confidence: Multiple reviews emphasize how the studio helps dancers "grow in confidence," highlighting the empowering effect of their teaching approach.

For more information about Studio B Dance's programs, class schedules, registration details, or to inquire about private lessons, please use the contact information below:

Address: 2115 Merchants Row, Germantown, TN 38138, USA

Phone: (901) 751-1660

Mobile Phone: +1 901-751-1660

We encourage prospective dancers and their families to reach out directly. Our team is ready to answer your questions and help you discover how Studio B Dance can be the perfect place for your child's artistic journey.

For families residing in Germantown, Tennessee, and the wider Memphis metropolitan area, Studio B Dance presents an exceptionally suitable and enriching environment for dance education. Its convenient location at 2115 Merchants Row ensures easy accessibility, making regular class attendance practical and stress-free for local households. This local presence means less time commuting and more time dedicated to the passion of dance.

What truly makes Studio B Dance ideal for locals is its profound commitment to holistic child development, underscored by decades of experience under Debra Bradshaw Powell's leadership. The consistent praise from parents highlights that the "AWESOME instructors" do more than just teach choreography; they "love your children," "genuinely care," and "guide and instruct them with lessons that stick." This nurturing, family-like atmosphere is crucial for fostering not just technical dance skills, but also self-confidence, discipline, and valuable life lessons that extend beyond the studio walls. For children who "want every day to be a Studio B day," it's clear they feel truly valued and supported.

The diverse range of dance styles offered—from foundational ballet and tap to energetic jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, musical theater, and even pom/tumble—ensures that Studio B caters to a wide spectrum of interests and ages, from young beginners to advanced high school dancers. The provision for age and skill-appropriate classes, including accommodations for older beginners, makes the studio welcoming to all. Coupled with its active community involvement through charity performances, Studio B Dance is not just a place to learn to dance; it's a place where local children grow into well-rounded, confident individuals, enriching our Tennessee community one dance step at a time.

Studio B Dance

2115 Merchants Row, Germantown, TN 38138, USA