
ABOUT US
At Formations Dance Center, LLC you can expect to find the perfect blend of classical techniques fused with the freshest styles. There are classes offered for all ages including ages 2 and up. Recreational and Competition students can take classes in a wide variety of dance styles.
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You can be assured that you are receiving QUALITY education. Leslie Murphy, owner and instructor, has a BFA in Dance from Webster University and 15+ years of dance experience and education. MaKayla Hunter, instructor and assistant competition director, has her BA in Dance from Anderson University as well as a minor in nutrition. At Formations, we desire to give our students an understanding of proper technique and injury prevention as well as a knowledgeable dance vocabulary.
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We preserve an environment for dance that is APPROPRIATE. For this reason, music is edited as needed to keep lyrics clean. Students are required to wear a leotard and leggings (or tights) for every class. Additionally, recital and competition costumes are carefully picked with modesty in mind.
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At Formations we hope that all students will be INSPIRED to perform to their highest level of artistry in a caring and nurturing environment.
No Classes (Winter Break): December 21st-January 3rd 2021
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Aerial Showcase: March 26th & 27th 2021
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No Classes (Spring Break): March 29th-April 4th 2021
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Recital Picture Week: May 17th-22nd 2021
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Recital Dress Rehearsal Week: May 24th-29th
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Last Day of Classes: Thursday, June 3rd
Competition Showcase: Friday, June 4th at 7:00pm
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Recital: Saturday, June 5th at 2pm & 7pm
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Leslie Murphy
Owner, BFA in Dance, Dept. Honors
MaKayla Hunter
BA Dance, Minor Nutrition
Annie McClain
Dancer/Cheerleader, UMSL Student
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REVIEWS
KERRI
Clean fun comfortable studio! Staff very friendly and patient with all the kids.
RHIANNON
My daughters and I adore this studio! We all take classes and are learning so much this year. The variety of classes is excellent. The teachers are all awesome and excellent at choreography. We highly recommend Formations Dance Center.
LINDA
My grandgirls love this studio and the instructors. I highly recommend Formations!