Ridgewood and the Bergen County area offer elite dance training for affluent families who commute to New York City and expect the highest quality education for their children. With proximity to Manhattan's world-class dance scene and a community that values excellence in the arts, families have access to professional-level instruction, competitive teams, and performance opportunities that rival the city's best programs. The area's high-income demographic supports premium studios and international competition travel.
Professional dance organization offering competitions, workshops, and educational programs throughout the Northeast.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
Professional organization supporting dance education in New Jersey schools and studios with workshops and networking opportunities.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
Elite dance academy serving Ridgewood and Bergen County with comprehensive training in all styles and competitive teams with national recognition.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Ridgewood location
Classical ballet studio offering professional-level training with connections to New York City Ballet and international performance opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Professional Ballet Training
Fields: Bergen County location
Professional dance studio with Manhattan connections offering elite training and performance opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: New Jersey location
Premium dance studio offering professional training with international competition opportunities and Manhattan connections.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: New Jersey location
| Name | Address | Amenities | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgewood Dance Academy | Ridgewood, NJ | elite studios, professional equipment, NYC connections | Elite dance facility with professional studios and connections to New York City dance community. |
| Bergen County Ballet Academy | Bergen County, NJ | ballet studios, professional equipment, performance space | Classical ballet facility with professional studios and performance opportunities. |
| New Jersey Dance Project | New Jersey, NJ | professional studios, Manhattan connections, performance space | Professional dance facility with Manhattan connections and performance opportunities. |
Keep it playful for younger ages; add speed and combos for older kids.
| Provider | Details |
|---|---|
| Ridgewood Dance Academy Summer Intensive | Elite summer dance intensive with New York City connections and international performance opportunities. |
| Bergen County Ballet Summer Programs | Classical ballet summer programs with professional training and New York City performance opportunities. |
| New Jersey Dance Project Summer Camps | Professional summer dance programs with Manhattan connections and performance opportunities. |
| Dance Educators of America Nationals | Major national dance competition with multiple categories and professional judging. |
|---|---|
| New Jersey State Dance Championships | State-level dance competition with multiple categories and age divisions. |
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