Our Mission

At Next Stage Dance, our mission is to make the world a better place — one dancer at a time.

We believe in:

  • Nurturing creativity, confidence, and joy in every child.

  • Creating meaningful, magical dance experiences that families treasure.

  • Sharing our love of dance with the next generation — including our own children and yours.

  • Building a dance community that encourages, uplifts, and supports — never tears down.

  • Providing a place where dance is fun, expressive, and transformative — not toxic or perfectionist.

Core Beliefs

Joy and Growth Go Hand-in-Hand

Every class is designed to ignite creativity, build confidence, and challenge dancers to reach their full potential — all in a positive, encouraging environment.

Every Child Feels at Home

Our space is clean, comfortable, and welcoming — from organized supplies and fresh-smelling studios to warm parent lounges and safe, happy changing areas.

Great Teachers Make a Difference

Our team combines high-level dance training with a passion for mentorship, fairness, and kindness. We hire teachers who inspire, correct with care, and help students grow through discipline and love.

Dance Builds Lifelong Skills

From toddler classes to teen performance groups, our curriculum supports progress, community, and personal development at every stage — socially, emotionally, and physically.

Parents Are Partners

We foster a healthy, positive relationship between families and the dance world. Everyone — moms, dads, caregivers — is invited to be a supporter of their child’s journey, not a bystander.

Performances Are a Celebration

Our recitals are full of color, energy, and story — a chance for students to feel proud of their hard work and shine on stage in front of their biggest fans.

Meet the Owners

  • Jenny & Chris

    Hi, we’re Jenny and Chris! While Jenny has never been a dancer herself, dance has been a part of her life for over 30 years—first as a proud supporter, bringing her cousins, nieces, and nephews to class, and now as part of the heart behind the scenes at Next Stage.

    Chris is always ready to pitch in and support the studio however he can, whether it’s lending a hand at events or cheering on our dancers. Together, we’re raising our little guy, CJ, who already keeps us on our toes—and who we can’t wait to see take his first class once he’s walking.

    One of the things we love most about Next Stage is getting to work alongside family and be part of a community that feels like home. Watching our students grow in confidence, skill, and joy is the most rewarding part of what we do.

  • Alejandra & Mike

    Hi, we’re Alejandra and Mike! Dance and the arts have been a part of Alejandra’s life since she was young, and she’s thrilled to share that passion through her work at Next Stage. With over 10 years in retail management, she brings a unique mix of creativity and business know-how—handling everything from marketing and event planning to social media.

    Mike, a lifelong New Jerseyan, may not be in the studio every day, but you’ll often find him lending a hand at our events and cheering on our dancers from behind the scenes.

    One of the things we’re most excited about is watching our daughter take her very first Creative Movement class here at Next Stage. To us, the studio isn’t just a place to dance—it’s a space where families connect, kids grow in confidence, and everyone feels welcome. We’re so grateful to be part of this incredible community.

  • Sarah & James

    Hi, we’re Sarah and James! Dance has been a part of Sarah’s life for as long as she can remember, starting in her hometown just outside of Chicago and now continuing here in Moorestown. She loves sharing that passion not only with our students at Next Stage, but also with our three kids—Josie, JJ, and Joshua—who keep us busy, laughing, and constantly moving.

    James, originally from central New Jersey, may not have grown up in the dance world, but he’s fully embraced his role as the ultimate Dance Dad—cheering at recitals, helping behind the scenes, and making sure every big moment is celebrated.

    What we love most about Next Stage is the community it creates. It’s more than a studio—it’s a place where students grow in confidence, creativity, and joy. We’re so grateful to be part of the family that makes this place feel like home.