Step into the rhythm
Welcome to Candice Meryl Dance Studio, where passion meets precision. Located in the heart of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, we offer a nurturing environment for dancers of all ages and skill levels. Join our community and discover the joy of dance.
Discover your potential
Discover the transformative power of dance at Candice Meryl Dance Studio. Our students not only develop technical skills but also gain confidence, discipline, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts. Join us and become part of a community that celebrates creativity and self-expression.
Our dance programs
Creative Movement
This playful class introduces our youngest dancers to movement through imagination, music, and fun! Dancers explore basic motor skills, rhythm, and spatial awareness using props, stories, and creative play. The focus is on building confidence, listening skills, and a love of movement in a nurturing, age-appropriate environment. Ages 3-4
Contemporary
This class blends elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance to encourage both strong technique and creative expression. Dancers explore fluid movement, musicality, and emotional storytelling through dynamic combinations and improvisation, while building strength, control, and confidence.
Lyrical
Lyrical dance combines ballet and jazz technique with expressive movement to tell a story through music and emotion. Dancers focus on musicality, fluidity, and connection to lyrics while developing strength, flexibility, and artistry.
Pre-Ballet, Ballet 1 & 2
Pre-Ballet introduces young dancers to the foundations of classical ballet in a fun, structured, and nurturing environment. Students learn basic positions, coordination, musicality, and classroom etiquette while building strength, balance, and confidence.
Ballet 1 builds on foundational technique with a focus on proper posture, alignment, terminology, and basic barre and center work. Dancers develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and discipline while learning correct classical form in a supportive, encouraging setting.
Ballet 2 advances technical development with more complex combinations, increased strength and flexibility training, and refined ballet vocabulary. Students focus on control, precision, artistry, and musicality while preparing for more advanced levels of classical training.
Pre Tap, Tap 1 & 2
Pre-Tap introduces young dancers to rhythm and sound through fun, age-appropriate movement. Students learn basic tap steps, coordination, and musical awareness while developing listening skills and confidence in an encouraging environment.
Tap 1 focuses on foundational tap technique and terminology. Dancers learn basic steps and simple combinations that build rhythm, timing, coordination, and clarity of sound.
Tap 2 advances tap skills with more detailed footwork, faster tempos, and longer combinations. Students work on precision, musicality, and performance quality while developing stronger rhythm and control.
Jazz 1 & 2
Jazz 1 introduces dancers to foundational jazz technique, including proper alignment, flexibility, strength, and basic jazz vocabulary. Students learn across-the-floor progressions and fun combinations that build confidence, musicality, and performance style.
Jazz 2 expands on foundational skills with more complex technique, sharper movement quality, and faster-paced combinations. Dancers focus on precision, strength, and expressive performance while continuing to develop style and musicality.
Contact us
Location
Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
United States