Studio of the Dance Arts

ody placement and technique are taught in all classes. This is essential to prevent injury and produce accomplished dancers. The Studio prides itself on providing a healthy learning environment. No negativism is allowed! Please feel free to contact Doreen regarding summer and fall class offerings. Whether pursuing the dance arts as a career or just for fun, Studio of the Dance Arts has the right program for your child and you! Doreen Leary McCann is the director of the Studio of the Dance Arts. She has over 30 years of teaching experience and holds a BA in dance from SUNY Brockport. While at Brockport she had the opportunity to study under Garth Fagan and Suzanne Newman. Doreen has completed teacher training and continues to attend teacher workshops and dance intensives to keep up with the latest dance information. Doreen is also the director and choreographer of the Studio of the Dance Arts competition teams. Her choreography has won the “Outstanding Choreography” Award at both “Footloose” and “Star Systems” competitions. In addition, Doreen has won the “Top Teacher” Award. Her teams consistently place well and have brought home many high gold and first place trophies. Her dancers have won various title competitions such as “Junior Miss Dance USA of NY”.