News Summary
En Pointe Dance Academy has officially relocated to a new venue at Williamsburg Marketcenter after a decade in Norge. The new space offers expanded facilities for both youth and adult dance programs. The community celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, signaling a new chapter for the academy, with a focus on providing a welcoming and family-like atmosphere for all dancers. Registrations for school-year dance programs are now open, inviting dancers of all ages to join the movement and discover their passion for dance.
Williamsburg Welcomes En Pointe Dance Academy to its New Home!
Excitement fills the air in Williamsburg as the community celebrates the relocation of En Pointe Dance Academy to its new digs at Williamsburg Marketcenter! After a wonderful decade spent at the original studio in Norge, the Academy has officially moved to a spacious new venue, and they couldn’t be more thrilled. To mark this momentous occasion, a festive ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on July 15, where the dance community came together to honor a journey that began from the ground up.
A Glimpse into the Past
As the owner and artistic director of the academy, Rebekah Keese has had quite the emotional ride over the years. She reminisces about building the first studio with her father, transforming a stark industrial space into a warm and inviting dance haven. This new facility is an exciting next chapter in that story!
More Room, More Opportunities!
The new space is absolutely buzzing with possibilities! With an additional 1,000 square feet of rehearsal space, En Pointe Dance Academy is ready to grow and expand. Inside this modern setup, dancers will find:
- Two spacious studios dedicated to rehearsals
- A cozy parent waiting area for family members
- A private office for administrative tasks
- An innovative physical therapy room
- A bright and organized costume storage space
- Upgraded, sleek bathrooms
- New, professional-grade dancing floors
- An inviting front desk area to greet visitors
With such an impressive upgrade, it’s poised to provide an enriched experience for both students and their families. The goal is to foster a family-like atmosphere where dancers of all ages can feel welcomed and supported as part of a lifelong community.
Expanding Horizons for Adult Dancers
- Adult ballet
- Adult tap
- Adult hip-hop
For those adventurous spirits looking to try something new, they will have a beginner adult Irish dance class launching in fall 2025—how cool is that?
Join the Dance Movement!
As the new location opens its doors, community members are encouraged to jump on board the dance craze! They are currently accepting registrations for school-year dance programs, which means it’s the perfect time to get moving, grooving, and twirling into a new adventure.
To learn more or to register, interested dancers and their families can visit the En Pointe Dance Academy website at enpointedanceva.com. With fresh opportunities constantly blossoming, there’s no better time to discover the joy of dance in Williamsburg!
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- Williamsburg Families: The Movement Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty
- Google Search: Dance Academy Williamsburg
- WYDaily: En Pointe Dance Academy Relocates
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Dance
- Brooklyn Eagle: South Brooklyn Ballet Company to Debut Charles Carol
- Google News: Ballet News
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