Christy's DancExplosion

Hailey Warren

I danced with CDE growing up and now we drive half an hour each week for my daughter to do the same. It’s so much more than just a dance class and each instructor takes the time to truly teach your child something new. We couldn’t ask for a better dance family and we highly recommend trying it out!

Heather Younts

CDE is by far one of the best dance studios in our area! We have tried several, and the time and care that Christy and her team take to teach technique and really get to know your child is above and beyond! We have been going to CDE for a little over a year and already every teacher (even those she hasn’t taken from yet) and office staff member know my child by name and make it a point to speak with her and encourage her on her dancing. Aside from the excellent technique that is taught, choreography is always age appropriate and gives each age group enough of a challenge. There is not a class that goes by where a teacher is not directly instructing your child by speaking with them one on one at their level or even getting down on the floor and helping make sure footwork is exactly as it should be. The entire staff is welcoming, allowing you to view your students at any time and they are always open to sitting down and speaking with you at any time. We are so happy and proud to be a part of CDE!

Emily Hagene

I am truly thankful we found a dance studio my girls love. We are going on fours years now with the studio. Every year my girls want to keep coming back and add more dance classes. The dance instructors are so talented and caring to every student. My girls have really grown to have passion for dance and take something they learn home. We will continue to enjoy what Christy's DaceExplosion has to offer and watch these girls grow. Thank you!

Lori Kurimsky

Christys Dance Explosion (C.D.E.) is my favorite discovery since moving to NC four years ago. I didn't know anyone when I moved here, so it was pretty lonely. Then Covid came along and isolated me - which didn't help. Next, I endured two difficult surgeries in 2020, after which I was put on prescription steroids for an extended period of time. That resulted in major weight gain, and other physical ailments, which led to my feeling even worse. Physically, mentally and emotionally - I no longer recognized myself. In an effort to get my health back on track, I decided to re-visit my long lost love of dance. I danced semi-professionally in my 20s, but that was 25 yrs and 85 pounds ago. I was scared to dust off my dancing shoes knowing my reflection in the studio mirrors wouldn't be what it once was. Honestly, it was a challenge to find any adult classes at all. I tried another studio over the summer, but the instructor spent more time talking with the other adult students about their kids and school than teaching dance. When I finally took my trial class at CDE, it was like a long lost piece of my heart and soul had been reignited. I felt a spark inside of me for the first time in years! The instructors are true professionals. They are not only incredibly talented, but kind, patient and encouraging. Their example truly lights a flame inside of me each week. There is a range of ability levels, ages, sizes and shapes of the adult students, but everyone is down to earth, hard-working and welcoming. I felt at home from day one! I'm shocked at how much I genuinely enjoy my tap class and my ballet class gives me the chance to feel graceful again. Both classes stretch my mind, body and soul as I work to recall combinations and the technical details of executing them properly. Without a doubt, CDE has contributed to my improved health and happiness. I'm catching glimpses of myself again and it feels great! Now I understand why the studio is called Christy's Dance Explosion. My feet are on fire and I'm truly grateful to Christy and her incredible staff.