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Dance, music, and fitness studio in the heart of Ridgewood, NJ.
 
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HeART in Motion is more than a studio to meet your dance and fitness goals with trained professionals-it’s a community welcoming you to experience joy, positivity and nurture your creative soul. Our mission is to provide high-quality and memorable dance experiences for all ages, levels, aspirations, and abilities, and to enrich the vibrant performing arts community and culture in Bergen County, NJ. We offer a compassionate and nurturing learning environment while also maintaining an emphasis on proper technique and artistry from the heart. We believe in setting high but manageable expectations to allow students to grow and be pushed in a way that also sets them up for success.

 
 

Our Approach

Here at HeART, we focus on a nurturing and welcoming class environment for students of all ages and abilities while still providing quality training across all disciplines. Our instructors are well versed in their techniques and come from a wide variety of accredited backgrounds including Mason Gross School of the Arts, Tisch School of the Arts at NYU, Alvin Ailey, and The School of American Ballet.

We are a non-competition based school meaning we do not participate in local or traveling dance competitions and instead focus on creating a well rounded education within our studio walls. We participate in many community performances and events throughout Bergen County to allow students to get involved in their community. Younger students will experience a range of technical steps to fun activities and movements in class while intermediate and advanced students will experience different styles, dance history, and music theory to broaden their education.

 

Performance Opportunities

Students of all levels are eligible for various performance opportunities throughout the year. All performance opportunities are optional to create a pressure free environment for students. All students are able to perform in our Recital at the end of the school year, and students aged 7+ are able to join us for our performance of The Nutcracker in December. Various community driven events occur throughout the year where intermediate and advanced students may be invited to participate as well.

 

Student Teaching Opportunities

Students ages 12+ have the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom through teaching experience. Student Teaching Assistants help with a variety of Pre-School, Kindergarten, and Level 1 classes in giving corrections, demonstrating, and providing extra personalized attention to students alongside the main instructor. Student Teaching provides students with experience in leadership and opens a pathway for those interested in teaching dance in the future.

 

Hear What Youth & Adult Students Are Saying

 
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AM

“Finding this studio was the best thing that could have happened! I am a professional dancer and have found it difficult to find many dance studios in New Jersey that offer adult classes beyond an absolute beginner level.”

ES

“This is the place where I see my teenage daughter being happy!”

VS

“The studio is small and we feel a very personalized approach to each student. My daughter will definitely continue taking jazz classes, as well as musical theater. I would highly recommend this dance studio!”

NR

“Communication from the instructor is key when taking people through a restorative class and the instructor does a phenomenal job with doing just that; all the while keeping us engaged with a clear mind. The instructor also explains WHY things are done the way they are. For me this has helped understand the practice of yoga as a whole and has ultimately enhanced my appreciation for such a practice.”

EB

“After countless dance and exercise programs, I can say - hands down - HeART in Motion's pilates class is by far the best! I feel strong, I like the way my clothes fit, and ABOVE ALL I leave classes with heightened confidence and a sense of calm necessary for other areas of my life.  The class is composed of varying levels of abilities, lots of laughs and warmth.  It truly is the best way to begin the day!”

KA

“For the past year that I’ve been taking classes at HeART, I have refound my passion for dance. I thank every staff member for helping me find my love again. Your studio has provided my new dance home and I am so glad you welcomed me in with open arms. Everyone is so positive and uplifting and has proved such a happy learning environment. I’m lucky to have found you.”

 
 

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Come spend your morning with us this St. Patrick's Day! 🍀 This Sunday, join us for either Me & My Shadow or Family Yoga - both with themed movements and activities 🌈 Registration page linked in bio. We hope to see some of you there!
Join us Sunday for a “Pink Party” including music & dance performances, in celebration of Women's History Month and Barbie's Birthday! There will be a drinks, desserts, prizes, and a magical Meet & Greet with Barbie and her friend
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