About Us

ABOUT US

The Dance Program at DTNJ is one of the leading dance training programs available in our area. Students receive unsurpassed instruction in both the recreational, pre-professional and competitive programs. We provide a fun, high energy and positive environment for all of our dancers. Regardless of program concentration, all students are given the tools needed to exceed expectations and excel to their individual fullest potential.


Dance Theatre of New Jersey is also proud to include AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE®National Training Curriculum, a breakthrough 8 level program that combines high quality artistic training with the basics of dancer health and child development. The ABT® National Training Curriculum consist of a comprehensive set of age-appropriate, outcome-based quidelines to provide the highest quality ballet training to dance students of all ages and skill levels. Primary through Level 5 will be taught by ABT® Certified Teacher, Jaimie Bernstein, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Primary through Level 5 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum.


Our Philosophy

Our purpose is to provide quality, affordable, and professional dance instruction. This allows our students to fall in love with the art of dance, to instill in our students a love and appreciation for dance and the dedication that it requires, and to provide an atmosphere that is FAMILY FRIENDLY and age appropriate. We provide a place where families can feel comfortable entrusting their children to our instructors, instructors who will teach them with patience and professionalism, that will pass on to them their love and passion for the art of dance, instructors that will give extra attention to the age appropriateness of the choreography taught and the selection of music choices for in class use, and for performance. We offer AFFORDABLE TUITION rates, that include costumes. We always make sure our families are up to date and aware of all policies and procedures so that they can feel secure and guided throughout their child’s dance instruction.



We pride ourselves in that we strive for our dancers to be well-rounded. Our program offers a perfect fusion of traditional technical training and cutting edge styles and choreography. Because, much like our Children's Dance Program, our classes are not solely focused on routines. Class work is paramount in our program to properly train students. Our class sizes are limited to afford students plenty of space to move freely and without inhibition, as well as to provide instructors and class assistants the opportunity to grant students ample one-on-one attention.


Our preschool program features an award winning curriculum developed to give our young dancers a great foundation with lots of fun! Our school age program includes classes in Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Acro. Our goal is to create a friendly, warm and supportive atmosphere in which our students can learn the joys of dance and movement. Our experienced faculty is committed to building self-esteem and confidence, while encouraging our students to achieve their personal best.


We offer competitive, and non-competitive performing opportunities. Our Spring Performance is an exciting and fun experience for all our students. While, our competitive company has ample opportunities to compete, perform locally, travel, and participate in conventions that bring the most sought after teachers and choreographers in the nation. Additionally, our performance group performs at local events, nursing homes, charity events, parades, etc. 


Dance Theatre of New Jersey was created to share the love for dance. Dance is a form of art, recreation and physical activity which requires technical training but also allows you to show your creativity, personality and emotions. Dance is meant to be fun, it's meant to challenge you enough that you're working towards goals, but the environment is a place where you enjoy yourself and the people with which you dance.



Our Faculty

Guest Teachers & Choreographers

Michael Susten

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Al Blackstone

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Sam Jay

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Tyler Maloney

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Carmelo Cruz

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Michael Cusumano

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Shannon Grant

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Michael Crawford

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Juliet Bernstein

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Steven Blandino

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Gina Menichino

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Ginny Germakian

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Suzy Fischbach

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Christopher McDaniel

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Michael Pesko

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Mikaela Papasodero

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Michael Susten

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Al Blackstone

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Sam Jay

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