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Testimonials
I've loved taking Hip Hop and a breakdancing with Matt. He's a
wonderful teacher and is extremely talented in what he does. He's taught me
a whole new way of dancing to music, with accenting bass and drum kick's and
not solely dancing to an 8-count which was a brand new experience for me. I
feel that his class challenged me and has made me into a better dancer. I
would recommend his dance classes to anyone, no matter how old or how
experienced!
~Carmen Reedy
Current Student
I have been taking hip-hop and breakdancing classes from Matt Steffanina at Dance Explosion, and love it! Matt is a wonderful instructor- fun, helpful and full of energy. He is a great dancer and always brings exiting, new choreography to every class. Matt really makes his classes enjoyable for students of all ages and skill levels and seems genuinely proud to see us grow each week. His classes are really fun, and a great workout. I will definitely continue taking classes with Matt and recommend them to anyone who wants to have a great time!
~Kristin Hagan
Current Student
"At half time for one our home girls Basketball games, both the Albemarle fans and those of our visiting team enjoyed the exciting performance of Dance Explosion. Every one of all ages loved the upbeat music and marveled at the talent these performers brought to the floor. Thank you for putting a captivating smile on the face of everyone sitting in the stands. It was fantastic!"
~Deb Tyson
Athletic Director
Albemarle High School
"I continually find myself referencing and rediscovering the things I learned in
Lea's classes. She was always able to push me to explore both emotional and physical
realms in my dancing; these ideas carry over into every form and aspect of the art.
Her classes complemented my classical ballet training in their attention to correct
alignment and technique, while also providing me with new skills and ways of conceptualizing
movement. Under Lea's encouraging and perceptive guidance I discovered many of the
reasons I am dancing and performing today. She is a truly gifted teacher and artist."
~Stephanie Oakes, Former Student
Currently MFA Student ('07), New York Univeristy
"Lea Moore is a complete package - dancer, choreographer, and instructor! As a
former student and fellow instructor, I appreciate not only the dance technique
I learned from her, but also the teaching technique. The encouragement she gave
me as an adult student still spurs me on to try different dance forms every
chance I get. Lea relates well to children and adults of all dance ability,
even in mixed age- and ability-level classes. Her integrity is evident in
her physically sound and age appropriate classes and choreography. She teaches
dance AND respect for self and others."
~Denise McCoy
Ballet, Tap, Jazz Instructor (Perpetual Student)
Eastern Virginia School for
the Performing Arts (EVSPA), Williamsburg VA
"Ms. Lea to me was the one dance teacher I learned the most from. Not only did
she teach me new steps but she also taught me how to have fun while doing them.
Because of her I put more emotions into the dances. Out of all the classes I
really enjoyed coming to hers the most because she made them the most fun."
~Katie Brontranger, Former Student
Currently student of Eastern
Virginia School for the Performing Arts (EVSPA),
Williamsburg VA
"In my youth, I took more dance classes from her than any teacher. All of her
students loved her and she always demanded the best from us, challenged us,
made dancing fun, was an excellent choreographer, and most of all she cared
about us. Lea is her devoted to her students and her students were to her. No
other dance teacher I have had since has compared. I not only grew as a dancer
under her instruction, but I also grew as a person. Lea has had a big impact on
my life. She exemplifies the kind of teacher I want to be. The life skills I
have learned from dance and from Lea’s instruction have helped make me into the
person I am today. My hopes are that this testimonial will convey the caliber
of person Lea is, her devotion to her students, and her love of dance. I am in
full support of her efforts to bring the next level of dance to the
Charlottesville area. It will not doubt be an invaluable service to the
community and its people."
~Emily Clark, Former Student
Currently Sports Information Director, Hillsdale College
"I have really enjoyed taking ballet with Heidi and Elicia and Lyrical with Lori. They are such amazing dancers and teachers, and so patient and kind every week in our lessons. I am just so thrilled to dance with them, and so happy to have found a dance studio that has such caring, patient, and amazing teachers."
~Brooke Mahanes
Current Student
Some photos courtesy of Ben Trumbo.