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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
Ready to Enroll?
Adults—It’s Your Time to Dance! 💜🤍🪩
This summer, we’ve got the perfect schedule just for you! With different styles each week, you can mix it up, try something new, or stick to your favorites. Pick the classes that fit your schedule and let’s move!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
💡 Special Offer: Discounts available—email us for details!
No pressure, just passion—pick a day, pick a week, and dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#summerseries #summerdance #danceclass #danceclasses #kentislandmd #bestdancestudioontheeasternshore #step1dance2 #kentisland
This summer, we’ve got the perfect schedule just for you! With different styles each week, you can mix it up, try something new, or stick to your favorites. Pick the classes that fit your schedule and let’s move!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
💡 Special Offer: Discounts available—email us for details!
No pressure, just passion—pick a day, pick a week, and dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#summerseries #summerdance #danceclass #danceclasses #kentislandmd #bestdancestudioontheeasternshore #step1dance2 #kentisland
You all Showed UP! 🩷💜🪩💜🩵
We are thrilled to announce that our dance families have once again demonstrated their unwavering support and passion. We are deeply grateful to be voted Best Dance Studio on the Eastern Shore for 2025. Our dedication to dance stems from a genuine love for the art form. While steps and moves are fundamental, it is the inspiration within a community that unites in love, support, and encouragement that truly embodies our mission. Dance is art, and s1d2 is the place to be!
To our incredible dancers: your countless hours in the studio, your drive to challenge yourselves, the meaningful friendships you forge, and your commitment to realizing your goals make each fleeting moment memorable. We cherish every season spent with you.
Thank you, S1D2 family. As we approach our SZ14 Annual Showcase, our Summer Series, and Season 15, we look forward to discovering all that you are capable of and watching your light shine even brighter!
Check out our new website at www.step1dance2.com
For all schedules, events and happenings.
#trainandgrowats1d2 #bestoftheeasternshore #step1dance2 #bestofthebest #kentisland #kentislandmd #danceclass #dancestudio #dancers
We are thrilled to announce that our dance families have once again demonstrated their unwavering support and passion. We are deeply grateful to be voted Best Dance Studio on the Eastern Shore for 2025. Our dedication to dance stems from a genuine love for the art form. While steps and moves are fundamental, it is the inspiration within a community that unites in love, support, and encouragement that truly embodies our mission. Dance is art, and s1d2 is the place to be!
To our incredible dancers: your countless hours in the studio, your drive to challenge yourselves, the meaningful friendships you forge, and your commitment to realizing your goals make each fleeting moment memorable. We cherish every season spent with you.
Thank you, S1D2 family. As we approach our SZ14 Annual Showcase, our Summer Series, and Season 15, we look forward to discovering all that you are capable of and watching your light shine even brighter!
Check out our new website at www.step1dance2.com
For all schedules, events and happenings.
#trainandgrowats1d2 #bestoftheeasternshore #step1dance2 #bestofthebest #kentisland #kentislandmd #danceclass #dancestudio #dancers
This moment deserves its own spotlight on our social platforms. Aubrey, affectionately known as Pnut, has been part of S1D2 since she was just six months old, joining her sister in Mommy and Me classes.
Watching Pnut excel and grow each year has been a true blessing for me as a teacher. Yet when she was recognized by someone else, it left us all utterly moved. She’s always been the supporter and cheerleader for everyone—always rooting for others—and that day was her time to shine.
We were all left speechless 😭. Thank you, @tommytoes7 , for gifting us this core memory, and thank you, @embodydanceconference , for valuing every human being.
Congratulations @pnut.h2612 for showing up and spreading JOY! We love you 💜
Watching Pnut excel and grow each year has been a true blessing for me as a teacher. Yet when she was recognized by someone else, it left us all utterly moved. She’s always been the supporter and cheerleader for everyone—always rooting for others—and that day was her time to shine.
We were all left speechless 😭. Thank you, @tommytoes7 , for gifting us this core memory, and thank you, @embodydanceconference , for valuing every human being.
Congratulations @pnut.h2612 for showing up and spreading JOY! We love you 💜
EMB🦋DY
Congratulations to all dancers and parents!
How you feel about your performance is the voice that matters most. 💙💙💙💙
Ashley Mowrey
EMBODY DANCE CONFERENCE
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Special Recognitions
• Gavin – Elect Selection
Gavin – Bloc Selection
• Skye – Improv 12 & Under WINNER
• Adriana – Whole Mover Runner-Up
• Ruby – Trailblazer Award
Large Group/Special Awards
• Northern Attitude (429) – Resilient – Breath of Fresh Air Award
• Peanut (513) – Resilient – Pure Joy Award – Embodiment Award
Small Group Awards
• Best of My Love (301) – Resilient – Top 9 Junior Small Group – Feet on Fire Award
• Work (308) – Resilient – Concept & Creativity Award – Top 10 Junior Small Group
• Motiv8 (313) – It’s Your Time – Top 10 Teen Small Group – Closing Show Reperformance
• Me Against the Music (325) – Resilient
Solo Awards
• Skye (159) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment – 3rd Overall Junior Evolve Solo
• Gavin (523) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Solo
• Kayla (563) – It’s Your Time – Top 17th Teen Solo
• Addison (627) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Emerge Senior Solo
• Christina (643) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Ashlyn (652) – It’s Your Time – 19th Overall Senior Solo
• Emeline (683) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment
• Millie (100) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Ruby (105) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 7 Emerge Mini Solo
• Scarlett (107) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 10 Emerge Mini Solo
• Eila (110) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Evolve Solo
• Caroline (111) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Mia (120) – Enough – Embodiment
• Adog (129) – Resilient
• Mary (132) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Kiera (146) – Resilient – Embodiment
Duo/Trio Awards
• Worthy (200) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• When I Grow Up (202) – Resilient – Top 6th Junior Duo/Trio
• It Takes Two (208) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Diamonds (214) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Covergirl (215) – Resilient
• Bulletproof (222) – Resilient
• Family Affair (226) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Duo/Trio
• Shelter (232) – It’s Your Time – More Than Dance Award – Top 5th Overall Senior Duo/Trio
Congratulations to all dancers and parents!
How you feel about your performance is the voice that matters most. 💙💙💙💙
Ashley Mowrey
EMBODY DANCE CONFERENCE
💙🦋💙
Special Recognitions
• Gavin – Elect Selection
Gavin – Bloc Selection
• Skye – Improv 12 & Under WINNER
• Adriana – Whole Mover Runner-Up
• Ruby – Trailblazer Award
Large Group/Special Awards
• Northern Attitude (429) – Resilient – Breath of Fresh Air Award
• Peanut (513) – Resilient – Pure Joy Award – Embodiment Award
Small Group Awards
• Best of My Love (301) – Resilient – Top 9 Junior Small Group – Feet on Fire Award
• Work (308) – Resilient – Concept & Creativity Award – Top 10 Junior Small Group
• Motiv8 (313) – It’s Your Time – Top 10 Teen Small Group – Closing Show Reperformance
• Me Against the Music (325) – Resilient
Solo Awards
• Skye (159) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment – 3rd Overall Junior Evolve Solo
• Gavin (523) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Solo
• Kayla (563) – It’s Your Time – Top 17th Teen Solo
• Addison (627) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Emerge Senior Solo
• Christina (643) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Ashlyn (652) – It’s Your Time – 19th Overall Senior Solo
• Emeline (683) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment
• Millie (100) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Ruby (105) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 7 Emerge Mini Solo
• Scarlett (107) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 10 Emerge Mini Solo
• Eila (110) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Evolve Solo
• Caroline (111) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Mia (120) – Enough – Embodiment
• Adog (129) – Resilient
• Mary (132) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Kiera (146) – Resilient – Embodiment
Duo/Trio Awards
• Worthy (200) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• When I Grow Up (202) – Resilient – Top 6th Junior Duo/Trio
• It Takes Two (208) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Diamonds (214) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Covergirl (215) – Resilient
• Bulletproof (222) – Resilient
• Family Affair (226) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Duo/Trio
• Shelter (232) – It’s Your Time – More Than Dance Award – Top 5th Overall Senior Duo/Trio
Monday FUNday sillies in full effect! We just had to hop on this trend—especially after such an incredible weekend!
#mondayfunday #trending #afterclassfun #fyp #youmakethefaceandimakethesound #step1dance2
#explorepage
#mondayfunday #trending #afterclassfun #fyp #youmakethefaceandimakethesound #step1dance2
#explorepage
2-Day Summer Series! ☀️✨
Perfect for busy families and summer vacations, this flexible, focused option allows your dancer to sharpen their skills, stay on track with their goals, and dive into specific styles—all in just 2 days!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
‼️Enrollment Opens April 7th at 12pm
💡: Discounts available—email us for details!
Pick a day, pick a week—just dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#radiate #summerseries #kentislandmd #kentislanddance #bestoftheeasternshore #dancers #danceclasses #summerdanceclass #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #artist #dancer #dancestudio #explorepage
Perfect for busy families and summer vacations, this flexible, focused option allows your dancer to sharpen their skills, stay on track with their goals, and dive into specific styles—all in just 2 days!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
‼️Enrollment Opens April 7th at 12pm
💡: Discounts available—email us for details!
Pick a day, pick a week—just dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#radiate #summerseries #kentislandmd #kentislanddance #bestoftheeasternshore #dancers #danceclasses #summerdanceclass #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #artist #dancer #dancestudio #explorepage
Embody 💙🦋💙
@embodydanceconference is truly something special—an experience so powerful it often moves us to tears, from dance to dance and recognition to recognition.
But before we dive into accomplishments and accolades, this moment calls for reflection on an incredible weekend.
Some of our dancers emerged into performances and classes for the very first time—improvising onstage, parents getting their first taste of the hustle, and our evolved dancers stepping into their movement with confidence, feeling valued for their artistry.
Teams and companies don’t thrive on competition. They thrive on support, encouragement, shared passion, and joy in the experience. The real dance world is about community—finding your people who share your love for the art and the values that make it meaningful.
So before we celebrate the awards, we celebrate the moments—every dancer who showed up, every breakthrough in class, and even our alumni, like Cam, Abby, Tia returning to be part of it. Full-circle moments like these are everything.
This weekend was a reminder to always love what you do—to keep showing up, putting in the work in classes, and supporting those who share this passion with you.
Congrats, fam, on a weekend that became a core memory for so many. 💜💜💜
Thank you, Embody, for being YOU—for creating a space that nurtures, inspires, embodies, and truly values every dancer.
Full recap coming soon but reveling in these moments first.
#step1dance2 #trainandgrow #embodydanceconference #embody #season10 #performance #company #explorepage
@embodydanceconference is truly something special—an experience so powerful it often moves us to tears, from dance to dance and recognition to recognition.
But before we dive into accomplishments and accolades, this moment calls for reflection on an incredible weekend.
Some of our dancers emerged into performances and classes for the very first time—improvising onstage, parents getting their first taste of the hustle, and our evolved dancers stepping into their movement with confidence, feeling valued for their artistry.
Teams and companies don’t thrive on competition. They thrive on support, encouragement, shared passion, and joy in the experience. The real dance world is about community—finding your people who share your love for the art and the values that make it meaningful.
So before we celebrate the awards, we celebrate the moments—every dancer who showed up, every breakthrough in class, and even our alumni, like Cam, Abby, Tia returning to be part of it. Full-circle moments like these are everything.
This weekend was a reminder to always love what you do—to keep showing up, putting in the work in classes, and supporting those who share this passion with you.
Congrats, fam, on a weekend that became a core memory for so many. 💜💜💜
Thank you, Embody, for being YOU—for creating a space that nurtures, inspires, embodies, and truly values every dancer.
Full recap coming soon but reveling in these moments first.
#step1dance2 #trainandgrow #embodydanceconference #embody #season10 #performance #company #explorepage
New Website coming soon 👀👀👀
New This Summer! ☀️✨
Introducing a daily week schedule for our Little Movers, Intro, and Pre Dancers (ages 2–7)! Perfect for busy families and summer vacations, this flexible option lets your young dancer jump into the fun of dance without missing out.
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2. Enrollment Opens April 7th at 12pm online.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
💡 Special Offer: Discounts are available for those enrolling in more than 2 weekly classes—just email us to apply it to your account!
Pick a day, pick a week—just dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#kentislandmd #easternshoredance #step1dance2
#bestoffheeasternshore #dancers #dance #explorepage✨ #danceclass #beginnerdance
Introducing a daily week schedule for our Little Movers, Intro, and Pre Dancers (ages 2–7)! Perfect for busy families and summer vacations, this flexible option lets your young dancer jump into the fun of dance without missing out.
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2. Enrollment Opens April 7th at 12pm online.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
💡 Special Offer: Discounts are available for those enrolling in more than 2 weekly classes—just email us to apply it to your account!
Pick a day, pick a week—just dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#kentislandmd #easternshoredance #step1dance2
#bestoffheeasternshore #dancers #dance #explorepage✨ #danceclass #beginnerdance
Always watching 👀 #anxietydoechi #trending #tiktok #contemp4 #step1dance2 #trainandgrow #fyp
Ready to soak up another incredible weekend with our dance fam at @embodydanceconference ! Let’s go!
#season10 #performancecompany #step1dance2
#trainandgrow #s1d2dancefam
#season10 #performancecompany #step1dance2
#trainandgrow #s1d2dancefam
🪩 Summer training starts here! ☀️💪
Kick off the season with our one-day training series!
✨ June 10 – Acro & Stretch
✨ June 17 – Hip Hop, Turns & Technique
Enrollment opens April 7 at 12PM online—set your reminders! ⏳ Don’t miss this chance to level up your skills and train with us at S1D2! #TrainAndGrow #S1D2 #RadiateSummer
Kick off the season with our one-day training series!
✨ June 10 – Acro & Stretch
✨ June 17 – Hip Hop, Turns & Technique
Enrollment opens April 7 at 12PM online—set your reminders! ⏳ Don’t miss this chance to level up your skills and train with us at S1D2! #TrainAndGrow #S1D2 #RadiateSummer
End-of-Season 14 Celebration plans are officially underway, and you don’t want to miss it! THESE EVENTS ARE FOR ALL STUDENTS
For our Level 2+ dancers, get ready to glitter and disco the night away at our prom featuring a DJ, photo booth, snacks, hair tinsel, dancing, and more. Hat and Shirt Bar with Mama and Babes (preorder shirt link to come) or bring your own jean jacket or shirt to decorate with “Mama and Babes”! @mamaandbabesclothing
For our Level 1 and under dancers, join us for a fun-filled bounce house celebration complete with Kona Ice! @shorepartyrentals
All events will be held at the studio location. Sign-ups are open now LISTED BELOW, so check your dancer’s level and secure your spot for the ultimate celebration!
SZ 14 REVIVAL PROM https://app.thestudiodirector.com/step1dance2academy/portal.sd?page=Enroll&cident=1727826012388&class_day=2025-06-06
SZ 14 BOUNCE HOUSE https://app.thestudiodirector.com/step1dance2academy/portal.sd?page=Enroll&cident=1727826021896&class_day=2025-06-04
For our Level 2+ dancers, get ready to glitter and disco the night away at our prom featuring a DJ, photo booth, snacks, hair tinsel, dancing, and more. Hat and Shirt Bar with Mama and Babes (preorder shirt link to come) or bring your own jean jacket or shirt to decorate with “Mama and Babes”! @mamaandbabesclothing
For our Level 1 and under dancers, join us for a fun-filled bounce house celebration complete with Kona Ice! @shorepartyrentals
All events will be held at the studio location. Sign-ups are open now LISTED BELOW, so check your dancer’s level and secure your spot for the ultimate celebration!
SZ 14 REVIVAL PROM https://app.thestudiodirector.com/step1dance2academy/portal.sd?page=Enroll&cident=1727826012388&class_day=2025-06-06
SZ 14 BOUNCE HOUSE https://app.thestudiodirector.com/step1dance2academy/portal.sd?page=Enroll&cident=1727826021896&class_day=2025-06-04
BTS ASH Philly #2 ✨
It takes a team to make these weekends as fun, exciting, and special as they are—especially with the whirlwind schedules! But we do it because we love these kids and love watching them thrive in what they do. Support, encouragement, passion, fun, and hard work all come together to make it happen.
Ready for another round this weekend! S1D2 fam, let’s go! 🫶🏻
Stay tuned for another Parent Edition coming soon!
#step1dance2 #passion #bts #company #ashphilly #s1d2fam #trainandgrow #artistsimplyhuman #season10
Audition invite sign ups open April 9th
It takes a team to make these weekends as fun, exciting, and special as they are—especially with the whirlwind schedules! But we do it because we love these kids and love watching them thrive in what they do. Support, encouragement, passion, fun, and hard work all come together to make it happen.
Ready for another round this weekend! S1D2 fam, let’s go! 🫶🏻
Stay tuned for another Parent Edition coming soon!
#step1dance2 #passion #bts #company #ashphilly #s1d2fam #trainandgrow #artistsimplyhuman #season10
Audition invite sign ups open April 9th
What an incredible and inspiring weekend at @artistssimplyhuman ! Congratulations to our Company Members and Solo Team for showing up and growing on stage. Watching your confidence and artistry evolve is what it’s all about!
Award Highlights:
✨ Choreography Awards – Ashlyn, Skye, Shelter
✨ Entertainment Awards – Family Affair, Me Against the Music
✨ Standout Award – Northern Attitude
✨ Judges’ Choice & Invitational Award – Gavin
✨ Studio Selection – Motiv8
Nationals Scholarships:
Stella
Amelia
A heartfelt thank you to the entire ASH Faculty, and @brahamlogancrane , whose leadership fosters a family-based atmosphere where artistry is deeply appreciated.  Your dedication to creating such a positive environment has been instrumental in our dancers’ growth.
Special shoutout to Gavin, Skyelynn, Adog, and Ashlyn for another unforgettable weekend with ASH the Company! We’re so proud of each and every one of you. Let’s keep growing! 🪩💜✨
#season10
#performancecompany #dancers #dance #ashdanceconvention #dancersofinstagram #step1dance2 #trainandgrow #s1d2fam
Award Highlights:
✨ Choreography Awards – Ashlyn, Skye, Shelter
✨ Entertainment Awards – Family Affair, Me Against the Music
✨ Standout Award – Northern Attitude
✨ Judges’ Choice & Invitational Award – Gavin
✨ Studio Selection – Motiv8
Nationals Scholarships:
Stella
Amelia
A heartfelt thank you to the entire ASH Faculty, and @brahamlogancrane , whose leadership fosters a family-based atmosphere where artistry is deeply appreciated.  Your dedication to creating such a positive environment has been instrumental in our dancers’ growth.
Special shoutout to Gavin, Skyelynn, Adog, and Ashlyn for another unforgettable weekend with ASH the Company! We’re so proud of each and every one of you. Let’s keep growing! 🪩💜✨
#season10
#performancecompany #dancers #dance #ashdanceconvention #dancersofinstagram #step1dance2 #trainandgrow #s1d2fam
BTS at ASH Convention: Parent Edition!
We asked our dance parents to recreate their favorite moments from their kids’ solos… and let’s just say, they ATE! The results? Absolutely 🔥.
We love our amazing dance parents!
#sz10 #bts #dancefam #step1dance2 #company #trending #explorepage #dancers #convention
We asked our dance parents to recreate their favorite moments from their kids’ solos… and let’s just say, they ATE! The results? Absolutely 🔥.
We love our amazing dance parents!
#sz10 #bts #dancefam #step1dance2 #company #trending #explorepage #dancers #convention
Email Miss Ashley (alowman@step1dance2.com) for more info!
@artistssimplyhuman Philly here we come! Support our dancers from home by watching the live stream.
@parallelparadigms1d2 #performance #dancers #ashdanceconvention
@parallelparadigms1d2 #performance #dancers #ashdanceconvention
1 sleep until our next convention—ASH Philly! 🔥 We’re ready, locked in, and pumped… let’s go!
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
Not expected but Please be Safe and see you tomorrow 💨⛈️
Locked in and unstoppable—these girls are FIERCE
#jazz #predance #dancers #danceclass #dancestudio #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #sz14
#jazz #predance #dancers #danceclass #dancestudio #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #sz14
3 sleeps until our next convention—ASH Philly! 🔥 We’re ready, locked in, and pumped… let’s go!
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
💜 Todays Happy Birthday shout out goes to, Miss Tia!
From the moment we met when you were an S1D2 student, you’ve grown into more than just a mentor, an alumni, and a staff member—you’ve been family. Your heart is pure gold, always filled with kindness, patience, and unwavering support. You lift others up, believe in every dancer, and inspire us all to be better, not just in dance but in life.
Thank you for always showing up, for leading with love, and for being the kind of person who makes the world brighter just by being in it. Wishing you the happiest birthday, filled with all the love and joy you so effortlessly give to others!
We love you! 💜
Show Tia some 💜 in the comments! 🤍💜
From the moment we met when you were an S1D2 student, you’ve grown into more than just a mentor, an alumni, and a staff member—you’ve been family. Your heart is pure gold, always filled with kindness, patience, and unwavering support. You lift others up, believe in every dancer, and inspire us all to be better, not just in dance but in life.
Thank you for always showing up, for leading with love, and for being the kind of person who makes the world brighter just by being in it. Wishing you the happiest birthday, filled with all the love and joy you so effortlessly give to others!
We love you! 💜
Show Tia some 💜 in the comments! 🤍💜
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Hopped on this trend #acro4 @tatemcrae #fyp #explorepage #tiktok #trendingreels #tatemcrae
Hopped on this trend #acro4 @tatemcrae #fyp #explorepage #tiktok #trendingreels #tatemcrae
CONGRATULATIONS to our STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR FEBRUARY!!!!
KEEP RISING AND REVIVING!!!! 🪩💜🪩💜
KEEP RISING AND REVIVING!!!! 🪩💜🪩💜
4 sleeps until our next convention—ASH Philly! 🔥 We’re ready, locked in, and pumped… let’s go!
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
5 sleeps until our next convention—ASH Philly! 🔥 We’re ready, locked in, and pumped… let’s go!
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
Already looking forward to those post-convention photos! 😭
#ashdanceconvention #company #sz10 #performance #conventions #s1d2bustamove
Open Acro Success w/ new skills unlocked! We 🫶🏻 when all levels come together to put the extra work in 💪🏻
#acrodance #dance #acro #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #kentislandmd #danceclasses #training
#acrodance #dance #acro #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #kentislandmd #danceclasses #training
RADIATE Summer Series is NOW online March 1st—plan your summer training with s1d2! We offer a variety of styles, guest classes, and private lessons (available upon request via email).
RADIATE Sz15 Summer Series Schedules are all on our website and linktree.
https://step1dance2.com/radiate-summer-intensives/
https://linktr.ee/s1d2
✨ Flexible options:
• Week-long evening series / Guest Series
• 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives (perfect if you have vacations booked!)
• Classes for all ages (2–adult)
Explore styles like ballroom, Broadway, hip hop, jazz, tap, acro, contemporary, ballet, choreography, improv, and more!
Choose a day or commit to a week—let’s do this!
#summerdance #kentislandmd #step1dance2
#bestoftheeasternshore #trainandgrow
RADIATE Sz15 Summer Series Schedules are all on our website and linktree.
https://step1dance2.com/radiate-summer-intensives/
https://linktr.ee/s1d2
✨ Flexible options:
• Week-long evening series / Guest Series
• 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives (perfect if you have vacations booked!)
• Classes for all ages (2–adult)
Explore styles like ballroom, Broadway, hip hop, jazz, tap, acro, contemporary, ballet, choreography, improv, and more!
Choose a day or commit to a week—let’s do this!
#summerdance #kentislandmd #step1dance2
#bestoftheeasternshore #trainandgrow
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series drops online March 1st, so start planning your dance-filled summer season with S1D2. From Ballroom and Broadway to Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Acro, Contemporary, Ballet, Choreography, and Improv—we have something for everyone! In addition to Guest Classes with the best in the industry.
Flexible options to fit your summer plans:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes
🪩 Private lessons (available upon request via email)
Open to all ages (2–adult), this is your chance to train, grow, and Radiate. Pick a day, a week, or more—and dance with us!
Enrollment opens April 7th at 12pm online
#summerats1d2 #step1dance2 #radiate #trainandgrowats1d2
Flexible options to fit your summer plans:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes
🪩 Private lessons (available upon request via email)
Open to all ages (2–adult), this is your chance to train, grow, and Radiate. Pick a day, a week, or more—and dance with us!
Enrollment opens April 7th at 12pm online
#summerats1d2 #step1dance2 #radiate #trainandgrowats1d2
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Studio Events
21 days to the eventApr 13, 2025, 12:00 AM – Apr 20, 2025, 11:59 PMCLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK
47 days to the eventMay 09, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM2025/2026 Protege Auditions
68 days to the eventMay 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jun 01, 2025, 5:00 PMREVIVAL Showcase Weekend
Adults—It’s Your Time to Dance! 💜🤍🪩
This summer, we’ve got the perfect schedule just for you! With different styles each week, you can mix it up, try something new, or stick to your favorites. Pick the classes that fit your schedule and let’s move!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
💡 Special Offer: Discounts available—email us for details!
No pressure, just passion—pick a day, pick a week, and dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#summerseries #summerdance #danceclass #danceclasses #kentislandmd #bestdancestudioontheeasternshore #step1dance2 #kentisland
This summer, we’ve got the perfect schedule just for you! With different styles each week, you can mix it up, try something new, or stick to your favorites. Pick the classes that fit your schedule and let’s move!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
💡 Special Offer: Discounts available—email us for details!
No pressure, just passion—pick a day, pick a week, and dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#summerseries #summerdance #danceclass #danceclasses #kentislandmd #bestdancestudioontheeasternshore #step1dance2 #kentisland
You all Showed UP! 🩷💜🪩💜🩵
We are thrilled to announce that our dance families have once again demonstrated their unwavering support and passion. We are deeply grateful to be voted Best Dance Studio on the Eastern Shore for 2025. Our dedication to dance stems from a genuine love for the art form. While steps and moves are fundamental, it is the inspiration within a community that unites in love, support, and encouragement that truly embodies our mission. Dance is art, and s1d2 is the place to be!
To our incredible dancers: your countless hours in the studio, your drive to challenge yourselves, the meaningful friendships you forge, and your commitment to realizing your goals make each fleeting moment memorable. We cherish every season spent with you.
Thank you, S1D2 family. As we approach our SZ14 Annual Showcase, our Summer Series, and Season 15, we look forward to discovering all that you are capable of and watching your light shine even brighter!
Check out our new website at www.step1dance2.com
For all schedules, events and happenings.
#trainandgrowats1d2 #bestoftheeasternshore #step1dance2 #bestofthebest #kentisland #kentislandmd #danceclass #dancestudio #dancers
We are thrilled to announce that our dance families have once again demonstrated their unwavering support and passion. We are deeply grateful to be voted Best Dance Studio on the Eastern Shore for 2025. Our dedication to dance stems from a genuine love for the art form. While steps and moves are fundamental, it is the inspiration within a community that unites in love, support, and encouragement that truly embodies our mission. Dance is art, and s1d2 is the place to be!
To our incredible dancers: your countless hours in the studio, your drive to challenge yourselves, the meaningful friendships you forge, and your commitment to realizing your goals make each fleeting moment memorable. We cherish every season spent with you.
Thank you, S1D2 family. As we approach our SZ14 Annual Showcase, our Summer Series, and Season 15, we look forward to discovering all that you are capable of and watching your light shine even brighter!
Check out our new website at www.step1dance2.com
For all schedules, events and happenings.
#trainandgrowats1d2 #bestoftheeasternshore #step1dance2 #bestofthebest #kentisland #kentislandmd #danceclass #dancestudio #dancers
This moment deserves its own spotlight on our social platforms. Aubrey, affectionately known as Pnut, has been part of S1D2 since she was just six months old, joining her sister in Mommy and Me classes.
Watching Pnut excel and grow each year has been a true blessing for me as a teacher. Yet when she was recognized by someone else, it left us all utterly moved. She’s always been the supporter and cheerleader for everyone—always rooting for others—and that day was her time to shine.
We were all left speechless 😭. Thank you, @tommytoes7 , for gifting us this core memory, and thank you, @embodydanceconference , for valuing every human being.
Congratulations @pnut.h2612 for showing up and spreading JOY! We love you 💜
Watching Pnut excel and grow each year has been a true blessing for me as a teacher. Yet when she was recognized by someone else, it left us all utterly moved. She’s always been the supporter and cheerleader for everyone—always rooting for others—and that day was her time to shine.
We were all left speechless 😭. Thank you, @tommytoes7 , for gifting us this core memory, and thank you, @embodydanceconference , for valuing every human being.
Congratulations @pnut.h2612 for showing up and spreading JOY! We love you 💜
EMB🦋DY
Congratulations to all dancers and parents!
How you feel about your performance is the voice that matters most. 💙💙💙💙
Ashley Mowrey
EMBODY DANCE CONFERENCE
💙🦋💙
Special Recognitions
• Gavin – Elect Selection
Gavin – Bloc Selection
• Skye – Improv 12 & Under WINNER
• Adriana – Whole Mover Runner-Up
• Ruby – Trailblazer Award
Large Group/Special Awards
• Northern Attitude (429) – Resilient – Breath of Fresh Air Award
• Peanut (513) – Resilient – Pure Joy Award – Embodiment Award
Small Group Awards
• Best of My Love (301) – Resilient – Top 9 Junior Small Group – Feet on Fire Award
• Work (308) – Resilient – Concept & Creativity Award – Top 10 Junior Small Group
• Motiv8 (313) – It’s Your Time – Top 10 Teen Small Group – Closing Show Reperformance
• Me Against the Music (325) – Resilient
Solo Awards
• Skye (159) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment – 3rd Overall Junior Evolve Solo
• Gavin (523) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Solo
• Kayla (563) – It’s Your Time – Top 17th Teen Solo
• Addison (627) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Emerge Senior Solo
• Christina (643) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Ashlyn (652) – It’s Your Time – 19th Overall Senior Solo
• Emeline (683) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment
• Millie (100) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Ruby (105) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 7 Emerge Mini Solo
• Scarlett (107) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 10 Emerge Mini Solo
• Eila (110) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Evolve Solo
• Caroline (111) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Mia (120) – Enough – Embodiment
• Adog (129) – Resilient
• Mary (132) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Kiera (146) – Resilient – Embodiment
Duo/Trio Awards
• Worthy (200) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• When I Grow Up (202) – Resilient – Top 6th Junior Duo/Trio
• It Takes Two (208) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Diamonds (214) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Covergirl (215) – Resilient
• Bulletproof (222) – Resilient
• Family Affair (226) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Duo/Trio
• Shelter (232) – It’s Your Time – More Than Dance Award – Top 5th Overall Senior Duo/Trio
Congratulations to all dancers and parents!
How you feel about your performance is the voice that matters most. 💙💙💙💙
Ashley Mowrey
EMBODY DANCE CONFERENCE
💙🦋💙
Special Recognitions
• Gavin – Elect Selection
Gavin – Bloc Selection
• Skye – Improv 12 & Under WINNER
• Adriana – Whole Mover Runner-Up
• Ruby – Trailblazer Award
Large Group/Special Awards
• Northern Attitude (429) – Resilient – Breath of Fresh Air Award
• Peanut (513) – Resilient – Pure Joy Award – Embodiment Award
Small Group Awards
• Best of My Love (301) – Resilient – Top 9 Junior Small Group – Feet on Fire Award
• Work (308) – Resilient – Concept & Creativity Award – Top 10 Junior Small Group
• Motiv8 (313) – It’s Your Time – Top 10 Teen Small Group – Closing Show Reperformance
• Me Against the Music (325) – Resilient
Solo Awards
• Skye (159) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment – 3rd Overall Junior Evolve Solo
• Gavin (523) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Solo
• Kayla (563) – It’s Your Time – Top 17th Teen Solo
• Addison (627) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Emerge Senior Solo
• Christina (643) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Ashlyn (652) – It’s Your Time – 19th Overall Senior Solo
• Emeline (683) – It’s Your Time – Embodiment
• Millie (100) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Ruby (105) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 7 Emerge Mini Solo
• Scarlett (107) – Resilient – Embodiment – Top 10 Emerge Mini Solo
• Eila (110) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Evolve Solo
• Caroline (111) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Evolve Mini Solo
• Mia (120) – Enough – Embodiment
• Adog (129) – Resilient
• Mary (132) – Resilient – Embodiment
• Kiera (146) – Resilient – Embodiment
Duo/Trio Awards
• Worthy (200) – Resilient – 1st Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• When I Grow Up (202) – Resilient – Top 6th Junior Duo/Trio
• It Takes Two (208) – Resilient – 2nd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Diamonds (214) – Resilient – 3rd Overall Mini Duo/Trio
• Covergirl (215) – Resilient
• Bulletproof (222) – Resilient
• Family Affair (226) – It’s Your Time – 3rd Overall Teen Duo/Trio
• Shelter (232) – It’s Your Time – More Than Dance Award – Top 5th Overall Senior Duo/Trio
Monday FUNday sillies in full effect! We just had to hop on this trend—especially after such an incredible weekend!
#mondayfunday #trending #afterclassfun #fyp #youmakethefaceandimakethesound #step1dance2
#explorepage
#mondayfunday #trending #afterclassfun #fyp #youmakethefaceandimakethesound #step1dance2
#explorepage
2-Day Summer Series! ☀️✨
Perfect for busy families and summer vacations, this flexible, focused option allows your dancer to sharpen their skills, stay on track with their goals, and dive into specific styles—all in just 2 days!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
‼️Enrollment Opens April 7th at 12pm
💡: Discounts available—email us for details!
Pick a day, pick a week—just dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#radiate #summerseries #kentislandmd #kentislanddance #bestoftheeasternshore #dancers #danceclasses #summerdanceclass #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #artist #dancer #dancestudio #explorepage
Perfect for busy families and summer vacations, this flexible, focused option allows your dancer to sharpen their skills, stay on track with their goals, and dive into specific styles—all in just 2 days!
Get ready to RADIATE this summer! Our Summer Series is online, so start planning your dance-filled season with s1d2.
Tons of choices for all ages (2–adult), including:
✔️ Week-long evening series
✔️ 1-, 2-, and 3-day intensives
✔️ Guest classes & private lessons (available upon request via email)
‼️Enrollment Opens April 7th at 12pm
💡: Discounts available—email us for details!
Pick a day, pick a week—just dance with us!
Train as a dancer, grow as an artist!
#radiate #summerseries #kentislandmd #kentislanddance #bestoftheeasternshore #dancers #danceclasses #summerdanceclass #trainandgrow #step1dance2 #artist #dancer #dancestudio #explorepage
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