ABOUT US
Because all dance studios are not alike
Hedy and Patrick Perna are the Directors and Owners of the Perna Dance Center, which has been serving your community for more than 37 years. We offer quality dance education in a fun, non-competitive and nurturing environment and believe that dance is for every student.
The PDC has a reputation for solid dance training, exceptional performance opportunities and a place where friendships are made that last a lifetime.
When you dance at the PDC, you’ll benefit from the following advantages
Continuity & Legacy
Our studio has been family owned and operated in the same location since 1988. Now entering our 38th year, we have a reputation as a family-friendly place that provides a quality dance education in a fun and exciting environment! We are proud that many of our students stay with us from their first dance class at three years old until high school graduation. We are also honored that many of our former students and graduates have now brought their own children to dance with us as “legacy” students!
Professional Teaching Staff
Our studio employs experienced adult dance educators that are reliable, devoted, and make dancing fun! Many of our teachers are “homegrown” graduates of the Perna Dance Center that carry on our studio philosophy in every class. Our faculty also regularly participates in continuing education to further their knowledge and provide the best possible dance experience for your child!
Non-Competitive Performance Opportunities
As one of the only non-competitive dance studios in our area, we choose to focus on performance opportunities for all dancers! There are many events throughout the year that students are invited to participate in, including local events, parades, and festivals. We also offer larger opportunities and trips to bring our talents across the country and expand our dancer’s horizons. Whether or not your child becomes a professional dancer, they will always remember these experiences and will learn valuable life lessons along the way
Classes for All Ages & Abilities
We run a convenient schedule with over 60 classes per week - not including additional opportunities and rehearsals! Our studio offers classes in the subjects of ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, acro, contemporary, and musical theater so there is something for everyone. Placement is based on both age and ability, and our class structure allows for your dancer to grow year after year in their dance journey.
Annual Production & Holiday Show
Every year, we stage a full-scale professional production to showcase your “star”! This isn’t your average dance recital, one routine after the other that nobody wants to sit through. Our themed production is second to none with stunning sets and scenery, dazzling lights, professional sound, and fabulous costumes. We strive to create a performance that is entertaining for all attendees, and our shows are a core part of who we are and what we do!