Mainstreet Dance Connection is a family business that has been a part of the community for decades. It is owned by Michelle Elliott. We strive to provide the best instruction possible at an affordable price, as well as to give back to our wonderful Port Huron community. Our Port Huron studio is conveniently located on Whipple Street, just off of Tenth Street, in the former Dale Ann School of Dance/Port Huron School of the Performing Arts building. We also have a second location inside Birchwood Mall in Fort Gratiot. The spacious storefront includes a boutique with a variety of dancewear and gifts, a party room, and a huge fully accessible dance room with plenty of space for dancers of all abilities and their caregivers.

 

Lifelong appreciation of dance and friendships are built at our studio. Our instructors are accomplished dancers themselves and work hard to give our students individualized instruction in a fun, structured setting.  

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We offer classical ballet instruction with students able to try pointe when they are mature enough to safely practice this dance form. Tap dancing is very popular at our studio and many students continue tap dancing as adults. Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Acro, Tumbling, Musical Theater, Ballroom, and other options are also taught.  

 

Our adorable tiny tots learn about following instructions while developing fine and large motor skills and social skills. Our grade school students learn about working together as a team and encouraging each other, all while growing as dancers and athletes. Our teens have opportunities for leadership roles and mentoring while perfecting their skills and taking on new challenges. We also offer a variety of adult classes that do not participate in our recitals!

 

It is never too late to start dancing! All ages and levels are welcome. Click here for the current class schedule. If you are looking for specific dance instruction, just ask!

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Mainstreet Dance Connection hosts a competitive dance team. We practice weekly and focus on teamwork, skill development, and FUN! Click here for Dance Team information. 

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Our yearly spring recital is a first-class production. We have an exciting theme and students get a chance to be a part of a real theatrical production with great music and beautiful costumes. Our youngest dancers tend to steal the show with their sheer cuteness, while our more accomplished dancers inspire and entertain with the fruits of their hard work and dedication. We take pride in using age appropriate music, choreography, and costumes. Recital weekend is a really special weekend for our dancers and their families. 

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In addition to our spring recital, we also put on a holiday recital, as well as a ballet showcase where our ballet students perform pieces from different ballets. We also put on a show every fall where dance meets theater, such as "Alice in Wonderland" or "The Wizard of Oz." These shows are open to other dancers in the community, not just our students. If you're interested in performing in one of our fall shows, check out our Facebook page for announcements about auditions!

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Community involvement is a big part of our mission at Mainstreet Dance Connection. Our students have danced at local nursing homes and perform throughout the year at various locations. We participate in the Rotary International Parade every summer and the Santa Parade in downtown Port Huron every holiday season. Our Competitive Dance Team works at many community events such as the Port Huron Recreation Department's Halloween Stroll. We also collect items around Christmas time to make the holidays a little brighter for our neighbors. 

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Mainstreet Dance Connection wants you to check out what we have to offer your family- boys and girls, young and young-at-heart...we have it all in a relaxed, yet professional studio with talented and experienced staff!