Head Over Heels is a place where students love to learn and learn to love dance!

When you choose our Dance Program, you're choosing excellence in dance education. You're joining a community where every student — no matter their age or experience — is valued, encouraged, and supported. Families are an essential part of our close-knit environment, and every dancer is known by name.

Held at our Parlin and Middletown locations, our state-of-the-art studios feature spacious layouts, 8-foot mirrors, professional sprung dance floors, and high-quality sound systems — all designed with your dancer’s safety, comfort, and success in mind.

Elevate your dance journey with passion, dedication, and community!

Why HOH Dance?

We offer a comprehensive curriculum geared towards everyone from preschoolers taking their first steps in dance to advanced students refining their craft, pre-professional training and even adults looking to embrace the joy of movement. Our experienced instructors prioritize proper technique while fostering a positive and nurturing environment that encourages growth and creativity.

Classes Offered:

Dance With Me - Parent-Tot:

This parent-participation class is the perfect introduction to dance for toddlers! Through playful activities, music exploration, and imaginative movement, little ones will develop gross motor skills, coordination, and rhythm. Parents or caregivers join in the fun as dancers learn basic ballet steps in a supportive and engaging environment. A joyful way to bond, move, and make memories together!

This class does not participate in the annual recital.

Creative Movement:

Designed for young dancers, this class focuses on developing both gross and fine motor skills through imaginative games, music, and movement exploration. Children will discover rhythm and coordination while being introduced to basic ballet steps in a fun, nurturing environment. A perfect foundation for future dance learning!

Combo Classes

These classes are geared to give your dancer a taste of everything HOH has to offer! The student will get the opportunity to study each of the major disciplines in dance (Ballet, Tap, Jazz) following a syllabus that builds upon itself with each level. BRAND NEW for this year we are also offering a combo class where the students will study the major dance disciplines and also get the opportunity to go inside the gym and work on basic tumbling movements! (Ballet/Tap/Tumble) All our combo classes are fun and exciting and keep your child moving.

Groove-N-Gym

EXCLUSIVE to HOH… Discover the perfect blend of dance and gymnastics in this exciting class! Your dancer will enjoy half the time in the dance studio, mastering basic dance technique (Creative Movement for our tiniest dancers, Jazz technique for ages 5+)  followed by half the time in the gym, learning gymnastics skills. This class does participate in our annual recital with the exception of Parent-Tot.

Ballet:

This class introduces students to the fundamentals of ballet in a fun and supportive environment. Dancers will learn proper technique, basic ballet positions, and terminology while developing strength, flexibility, and grace. Through structured and dynamic exercises, students build confidence and a love for dance.

Tap:

Our Tap classes explore rhythm and musicality through dynamic footwork. Dancers will develop timing, coordination, and precision as they progress from basic steps to more complex combinations and techniques. With each stomp, shuffle, and flap, students learn to make music with their feet—all while having fun and building confidence on the dance floor.

Jazz:

This upbeat class introduces dancers to Jazz technique through fun combinations, kicks, turns, and leaps. Dancers build strength, coordination, and confidence while moving to age-appropriate music in a positive and engaging environment.

Lyrical (Beg-Int) & Contemporary (Advanced):

Combines ballet and jazz (lyrical) or jazz and modern (contemporary) techniques, focusing on interpreting music or emotions through movement and facial expressions. Ballet enrollment required for both, with jazz also required for contemporary.

Acro:

Acro combines basic acrobatics with dance. This class helps students build flexibility, strength, and balance through simple tricks, stretches, and movements. A great way for young dancers to grow their confidence while learning new acrobatic skills (rolls, handstands, cartwheels) in a safe and supportive environment!

Musical Theater

Students will study forms of theatrical dance and staging that combine the songs of Broadway musicals with the movement of classic Tap & Jazz styles. This high-energy class will prepare any dancer for the bright lights of Broadway!

Flip & Funk:

This exciting combo class is the perfect blend of beginner gymnastics and hip hop dance. Dancers will spend half the class working on basic tumbling skills and the other half learning high-energy hip hop moves set to fun, age-appropriate music. Flip & Funk is a great way for kids to build strength, coordination, rhythm, and confidence—all while having a ton of fun!

Hip Hop:

This upbeat, high-energy class explores the fundamentals of hip hop through dynamic movement, isolations, and rhythm. Dancers will develop coordination, strength, and musicality while learning a variety of styles including popping, locking, breaking, and vogueing.

From TikTok to Hip Hop: 

This high-energy, hip hop-based class is all about learning the latest viral dances taking over TikTok—while also building a strong foundation in hip hop technique and history. Each week, dancers will learn fresh, fun choreography inspired by today’s most popular social media moves, all while developing coordination, rhythm, and performance skills. Perfect for dancers who love to stay current and express themselves through movement.

Precision Pom:

Get ready to dance with spirit and style! This high-energy class focuses on the fundamentals of pom dance, including precise arm movements, clean lines, synchronization, and dynamic formations. Dancers will build strength, stamina, and teamwork while learning fun combinations and routines set to upbeat music. Perfect for students who love the performance aspect of cheer and dance teams, this class emphasizes performance quality and precision in a fun and encouraging environment.

HOH Performance Dance Company:

Our Performance Company is for serious dancers by audition/invitation only, offering expanded performing opportunities throughout the school year in addition to our annual recital. 

Call to schedule your dancer's evaluation!

Our youngest dancers learn from our most experienced instructors — and so do our most advanced students.

Our Dance Program is staffed by professionals with real teaching experience, each bringing either a degree in dance education, extensive performance background, or both. We’re committed to providing high-quality instruction at every level.

With over 150 years of combined teaching experience, our dedicated staff ensures that each student receives personalized attention and guidance to develop beautiful technique and a deep passion for the art of dance.

Join our Dance Program, where learning is a joyful journey, and every step brings you closer to falling in love with dance. Discover the difference that passion, expertise, and community can make in your dance education. Choose Excellence in Dance Education!

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287 Cheesequake Rd

Parlin, NJ 08859

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Middletown, NJ 07748

33 McGuire Street

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

470 Shrewsbury Plaza

Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

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