Scarsdale and the Westchester 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 York schools and studios with workshops and networking opportunities.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
Elite 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: Scarsdale location
Comprehensive dance academy serving Westchester County with competitive teams and performance opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Westchester location
Professional dance studio with Manhattan connections offering elite training and performance opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Westchester location
Premium dance studio offering professional training with international competition opportunities and Manhattan connections.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Westchester location
| Name | Address | Amenities | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scarsdale Ballet Studio | Scarsdale, NY | elite ballet studios, professional equipment, NYC connections | Elite ballet facility with professional studios and connections to New York City Ballet. |
| Westchester Dance Academy | Westchester County, NY | multiple studios, professional equipment, performance space | Comprehensive dance facility with multiple studios and performance opportunities. |
| Manhattan Dance Project | Westchester County, NY | 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 |
|---|---|
| Scarsdale Ballet Summer Intensive | Elite summer ballet intensive with New York City Ballet connections and international performance opportunities. |
| Westchester Dance Academy Camps | Comprehensive summer dance programs with professional training and performance opportunities. |
| Manhattan Dance Project Summer Programs | 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 York State Dance Championships | State-level dance competition with multiple categories and age divisions. |
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