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TRAIN AS A DANCER, GROW AS AN ARTIST.
Step 1 Dance 2 Academy (S1D2) is a welcoming, non-competitive dance studio that nurtures a supportive, family-oriented community. Committed to innovation and personal growth, S1D2 empowers students to build confidence, self-esteem, strength, flexibility, and a deep love for dance. Our encouraging environment allows dancers of all ages to develop their skills, grow as artists and performers, and thrive as individuals.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Little Movers
Pre Dance
Intro to Contemporary/Jazz
Intro to Hip Hop/Acro
BALLET & TECHNIQUE
Ballet
Pre-Pointe
Pointe
JAZZ & CONTEMPORARY
Jazz
Contemporary
Choreography & Improv
Partnering
HIP HOP & STREET STYLES
Hip Hop
Jazz Funk / Kpop
Break
Adult Hip Hop
TAP & BROADWAY
Tap
Broadway
Adult Tap
SPECIALTY CLASSES
Acro
Ballroom
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We can't wait for @trevorsones and @hannahgossett__ to be in the building ...💥
Intensives and yes ADULT CLASSES ....
Sign up is still open so get on that...💥
Intensives and yes ADULT CLASSES ....
Sign up is still open so get on that...💥




🌊 Intro to Hip Hop & Acro is coming June 15-18 Monday thru Thursday 5:30-6:15pm
Got a little one who loves to move, groove, tumble, and have fun? This class is the perfect mix of high-energy hip hop and beginner acro skills designed just for young dancers! Styles rotate Daily.
✔️ Build confidence
✔️ Learn basic skills, tumbling and acro
✔️ Explore rhythm, musicality & movement
✔️ Make new friends and have a blast
No experience needed just bring your energy and a smile!
Spots are limited..join the Surge at S1D2
Got a little one who loves to move, groove, tumble, and have fun? This class is the perfect mix of high-energy hip hop and beginner acro skills designed just for young dancers! Styles rotate Daily.
✔️ Build confidence
✔️ Learn basic skills, tumbling and acro
✔️ Explore rhythm, musicality & movement
✔️ Make new friends and have a blast
No experience needed just bring your energy and a smile!
Spots are limited..join the Surge at S1D2
POV - Prom Runway 💥
Just a bunch of legends 💫
#prom #dancestudio #dance #step1dance2
Just a bunch of legends 💫
#prom #dancestudio #dance #step1dance2




More than a prom.
More than a studio.
A family. ✨
Ending Season 15 the same way we spent it—
together. 🪩💜
#dancestudio #prom #dancers #step1dance2
More than a studio.
A family. ✨
Ending Season 15 the same way we spent it—
together. 🪩💜
#dancestudio #prom #dancers #step1dance2
⚡️ MATT SMITH IN THE HOUSE ⚡️
Season 16 SURGE officially kicked off last night, and what a way to start.
The energy was high, the room was buzzing, and ALL our dancers were challenged, inspired, and pushed outside their comfort zones. Watching them train, grow, and soak up every moment is what these summer intensives are all about.
A huge thank you to @mattjsmith_ for sharing your talent, passion, artistry, and knowledge with our dancers. We are so grateful you spent your evening with the S1D2 family and helped us launch Sz 16 SURGE in such a 💥💥💥 way.
And of course, no Maryland visit would be complete without ending the night with some Maryland crab. 🦀
Thank you for an insane start to the summer. If last night was any indication, Season 16 is going to be one for the books.
⚡️ SURGE is officially underway. 🌊🌊🌊
Season 16 SURGE officially kicked off last night, and what a way to start.
The energy was high, the room was buzzing, and ALL our dancers were challenged, inspired, and pushed outside their comfort zones. Watching them train, grow, and soak up every moment is what these summer intensives are all about.
A huge thank you to @mattjsmith_ for sharing your talent, passion, artistry, and knowledge with our dancers. We are so grateful you spent your evening with the S1D2 family and helped us launch Sz 16 SURGE in such a 💥💥💥 way.
And of course, no Maryland visit would be complete without ending the night with some Maryland crab. 🦀
Thank you for an insane start to the summer. If last night was any indication, Season 16 is going to be one for the books.
⚡️ SURGE is officially underway. 🌊🌊🌊




Happy Birthday to our Protege, Waverly! 💜 aka WAVY
It feels like just yesterday you walked through our doors as a tiny 4-year-old with big dreams and an even bigger smile. Watching you grow over the years has been such a gift. We’ve had the privilege of seeing your confidence blossom, your talent shine brighter each season, and your kind heart leave an impact on everyone around you.
You are such a special part of our studio family, and we are so proud of the incredible young person you’re becoming. Never stop believing in yourself, chasing your dreams, and sharing your light with the world.
We hope your birthday is filled with as much laughter and love as you bring to those around you. We love you, Wavy, and can’t wait to see all the amazing things this next season holds for you! 💫
Let's drop some 💜 for Wavy in the comments below!
Happy Birthday! 💕💕
It feels like just yesterday you walked through our doors as a tiny 4-year-old with big dreams and an even bigger smile. Watching you grow over the years has been such a gift. We’ve had the privilege of seeing your confidence blossom, your talent shine brighter each season, and your kind heart leave an impact on everyone around you.
You are such a special part of our studio family, and we are so proud of the incredible young person you’re becoming. Never stop believing in yourself, chasing your dreams, and sharing your light with the world.
We hope your birthday is filled with as much laughter and love as you bring to those around you. We love you, Wavy, and can’t wait to see all the amazing things this next season holds for you! 💫
Let's drop some 💜 for Wavy in the comments below!
Happy Birthday! 💕💕
Season 15 is officially in the books, and tonight was all about celebrating the people who helped make it so special.
Between the axe throwing 🎯, hibachi, birthday celebrations, endless laughs, and reliving all the memories from this season, my heart is so full. These women have shown up day after day with passion, dedication, creativity, patience, and so much love for our dancers.
Running a studio takes a village, and I am incredibly grateful for this one.
We missed having Tia with us tonight, but she was definitely there in spirit. We know she would have beat us all or tied with Leoni...😂
Here’s to an unforgettable Season 15 and a team that continues to inspire me and one I can trust every day. Bring on Season 16. 🌊🌊
Between the axe throwing 🎯, hibachi, birthday celebrations, endless laughs, and reliving all the memories from this season, my heart is so full. These women have shown up day after day with passion, dedication, creativity, patience, and so much love for our dancers.
Running a studio takes a village, and I am incredibly grateful for this one.
We missed having Tia with us tonight, but she was definitely there in spirit. We know she would have beat us all or tied with Leoni...😂
Here’s to an unforgettable Season 15 and a team that continues to inspire me and one I can trust every day. Bring on Season 16. 🌊🌊




⚡️☀️ SEASON 16 SURGE SUMMER STARTS TOMORROW! ☀️⚡️
The countdown is over and our Season 16 Summer Series officially kicks off tomorrow with the incredible Matt Smith!
And we’re just getting started…
✨ @mattjsmith_ Intensive
✨ S1D2 Prom
✨ Intensives with @trevorsones
✨ Intensives with @hannahgossett__
✨ Weekly Intensives
✨ Summer Camps
✨ Adult Classes
✨ Technique, Training, Growth & Connection all summer long
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your technique, try something new, or simply keep dancing all summer, there’s something for everyone.
Adult dancers — don’t forget, we have classes for you too!
⚡ Registration is open.
Sign up online under SURGE SUMMER and get ready to make waves this season.
Let’s SURGE into Season 16 together! 🌊 ⚡️☀️
The countdown is over and our Season 16 Summer Series officially kicks off tomorrow with the incredible Matt Smith!
And we’re just getting started…
✨ @mattjsmith_ Intensive
✨ S1D2 Prom
✨ Intensives with @trevorsones
✨ Intensives with @hannahgossett__
✨ Weekly Intensives
✨ Summer Camps
✨ Adult Classes
✨ Technique, Training, Growth & Connection all summer long
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your technique, try something new, or simply keep dancing all summer, there’s something for everyone.
Adult dancers — don’t forget, we have classes for you too!
⚡ Registration is open.
Sign up online under SURGE SUMMER and get ready to make waves this season.
Let’s SURGE into Season 16 together! 🌊 ⚡️☀️
A few days to refresh, recharge, and get ready for all that’s ahead.
S1D2 is closed June 1–3 and reopens June 4th as we kick off our Season 16: SURGE Summer Intensives with @mattjsmith_
Summer classes are underway, Studio Prom is June 5th, and our Season 16 schedule drops June 22nd.
Big things are coming. Stay tuned. 🌊🌊🌊🌊
S1D2 is closed June 1–3 and reopens June 4th as we kick off our Season 16: SURGE Summer Intensives with @mattjsmith_
Summer classes are underway, Studio Prom is June 5th, and our Season 16 schedule drops June 22nd.
Big things are coming. Stay tuned. 🌊🌊🌊🌊




As we celebrated our Radiate Season 15 Showcase this weekend, I can’t help but reflect on what this season has truly meant.
Season 15 was about so much more than dance. It was about growth, connection, perseverance, confidence, and discovering the light within ourselves. We watched dancers take risks, overcome challenges, build friendships, and become stronger both on and off the stage.
From our tiniest movers to our adult dancers, every dancer brought something special to our studio family. Every rehearsal, every breakthrough, every laugh, every lesson, and every memory became part of the story we created together.
To our dancers
thank you for trusting us, working hard, and sharing your hearts with us. Watching your growth is one of the greatest gifts.
To our families
Thank you for the carpools, the costume changes, the late nights, the early mornings, the endless support, and for allowing us to be part of your children’s lives. Your support makes all of this possible.
And to our staff, teachers, and mentors—thank you for pouring your hearts into every dancer. The impact you make reaches far beyond the studio walls and this doesn't exist without you all apart of it.
This weekend wasn’t just a showcase it was a celebration of an entire season filled with love, dedication, growth, and unforgettable moments.
As we close the chapter on Radiate Season 15, remember this: keep growing, keep believing, and never be afraid to shine brightly for the world to see.
Thank you for an incredible season. Thank you for the memories. And while this chapter comes to an end, the love, memories, and impact of this season will stay with us forever. ☀️💛✨
Here’s to the magic we created together and to all that lies ahead. Forever grateful for our S1D2 community.💫⚡️🫶🏻
Season 15 was about so much more than dance. It was about growth, connection, perseverance, confidence, and discovering the light within ourselves. We watched dancers take risks, overcome challenges, build friendships, and become stronger both on and off the stage.
From our tiniest movers to our adult dancers, every dancer brought something special to our studio family. Every rehearsal, every breakthrough, every laugh, every lesson, and every memory became part of the story we created together.
To our dancers
thank you for trusting us, working hard, and sharing your hearts with us. Watching your growth is one of the greatest gifts.
To our families
Thank you for the carpools, the costume changes, the late nights, the early mornings, the endless support, and for allowing us to be part of your children’s lives. Your support makes all of this possible.
And to our staff, teachers, and mentors—thank you for pouring your hearts into every dancer. The impact you make reaches far beyond the studio walls and this doesn't exist without you all apart of it.
This weekend wasn’t just a showcase it was a celebration of an entire season filled with love, dedication, growth, and unforgettable moments.
As we close the chapter on Radiate Season 15, remember this: keep growing, keep believing, and never be afraid to shine brightly for the world to see.
Thank you for an incredible season. Thank you for the memories. And while this chapter comes to an end, the love, memories, and impact of this season will stay with us forever. ☀️💛✨
Here’s to the magic we created together and to all that lies ahead. Forever grateful for our S1D2 community.💫⚡️🫶🏻
Season 15 RADIATE ☀️
Heartfelt, sappy post coming soon… but first…
✨ LET’S GO DAY 2! ✨
Last Time • Best Time 💫⚡️⚡️
To every dancer, family, staff member, and supporter thank you for helping make Season 15 so special. You radiate in our studio, throughout our dance community, onstage and off, and always in our hearts. 🫶🏻
🎥 @shawful @conjoinedcreative
#step1dance2 #dancestudio #season15
#showcase
Heartfelt, sappy post coming soon… but first…
✨ LET’S GO DAY 2! ✨
Last Time • Best Time 💫⚡️⚡️
To every dancer, family, staff member, and supporter thank you for helping make Season 15 so special. You radiate in our studio, throughout our dance community, onstage and off, and always in our hearts. 🫶🏻
🎥 @shawful @conjoinedcreative
#step1dance2 #dancestudio #season15
#showcase




⚡️ TECH DAY 2 IS A WRAP! ⚡️
Our younger level dancers absolutely lit up the stage yesterday! From the biggest smiles to the sweetest moments, they came ready to dance, perform, and shine. ✨
And now… it’s SHOWCASE DAY! 💫
Good luck to all of our Season 15 dancers. We are so proud of each and every one of you. Watching your growth, confidence, dedication, and love for dance this season has been such a privilege.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of it. Now it’s time to take everything you’ve worked for and let it RADIATE on stage. ⚡️
Here’s to an incredible Season 15 Showcase. Dance big. Smile bigger. Make memories. We can’t wait to celebrate all of you. 💫🫶🏻
Our younger level dancers absolutely lit up the stage yesterday! From the biggest smiles to the sweetest moments, they came ready to dance, perform, and shine. ✨
And now… it’s SHOWCASE DAY! 💫
Good luck to all of our Season 15 dancers. We are so proud of each and every one of you. Watching your growth, confidence, dedication, and love for dance this season has been such a privilege.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of it. Now it’s time to take everything you’ve worked for and let it RADIATE on stage. ⚡️
Here’s to an incredible Season 15 Showcase. Dance big. Smile bigger. Make memories. We can’t wait to celebrate all of you. 💫🫶🏻
THEIR POV for this SHOWCASE weekend! 🤩💫😆
#itsshowcasetime #season15
#itsshowcasetime #season15




✨ A little sneak peek • That’s a wrap on Tech Day 1 ⚡️One step closer to SHOWTIME 💫
Tech Day 2… you’re up next
Tickets are still on sale for May 29th and 30th
#showcase #dancestudio #step1dance2 #kentislandmd #techday
Tech Day 2… you’re up next
Tickets are still on sale for May 29th and 30th
#showcase #dancestudio #step1dance2 #kentislandmd #techday
Happy TECH DAY 1 to all our Season 15 Dancers ⚡️💫




