Why we love ACI Dance!

  • ACI DANCE provides a quality dance education in a supportive community that extends from the teachers and staff through the dancers and families. It’s a safe space, and it’s a true environment of diversity and inclusion. Dancers on the competition team are also given “sisters”, pairing together older and younger dancers which builds teamwork, and mentoring opportunities. My daughter has thrived in this environment, gaining skills, strength and confidence each year, as well as making invaluable friendships.

    - Melissa Conklin, 2024

  • "My daughter, age 15, loves ACI Dance. It is her second home. The atmosphere created by Miss Marisa and her staff is one of hard work, caring, fun, freedom, and most of all, profound inspiration. Every dancer is important here; each one is celebrated for the unique gifts that he or she brings to the group. My daughter feels loved and supported at this studio, She, in turn, is giving the opportunity to share her love of dance with the younger students as a student teacher. This fosters a feeling of studio unity between the older and younger students. As a Mom, I am so happy to see my daughter joyful to attend dance classes, and it is truly amazing to watch her grow as a competitive dancer under Marisa and her team's creating teaching. I confidently recommend this studio to any young dancer who wans to learn dance in a stress free environment and grow prolifically in his/her craft while doing it!

    -Kathleen Holz, 2023

  • Where Dancers truly come first. My daughter loves this dance studio! The instructors are talented, patient, and truly care about their students. She has grown so much in skill and confidence since joining. The classes are fun, and the performances are beautifully organized. Highly Recommend!

    - Cody Woronowicz, 2025

  • “My daughter has been going to ACIDANCE for 2 years and absolutely loves it! She takes ballet, gymnastics, tap, jazz and hip hop. Ms. Marisa is a wonderful teacher and spends a lot of time helping all of her students succeed. She puts on a wonderful holiday show that all her students enjoy participating in. In addition to this, she also puts on a spectacular end of the year recital for them. She has been such a great influence on my daughter as have all of her other instructors that help out. I honestly don’t know how Ms. Marisa does it all but she proves that her students and her dance studio are her top priority. ACIDANCE is the best dance studio around!”

    -Dana Bray, 2023

  • “This studio is awesome!! Miss Marisa makes her dancers and her staff all feel important! Two of my children have been guest faculty and thoroughly enjoyed working with Marisa and the students who attend her studio. My youngest daughter has taken workshops here and loves the creative choreography and positive encouraging atmosphere! If you are looking for a great place to take your children to dance this would be it!!! Dancers definitely come first!”

    -Patty Losco, 2021

  • “My two daughters dance at ACI  and I couldn’t be happier with this dance studio. The teachers are fantastic. They  put the dancers first and there truly is no doubt they care for their students not only as dancers but as young women. Both my girls have become better dancers, have grown in confidence and have  made great friends at ACI .  It truly is a wonderful dance family.”

    -Karyn McGrory, 2023

  • “I love the staff at ACI Dance. The teachers make our children feel like family and are very patient with them. If you have a child who loves to do dance or gymnastics I highly recommend coming here.”

    -Tonya Fuller, 2019

  • “We are so lucky to have our little girl being raised at ACI Dance! She broke out of her Shell - the first season we started. She has made friends, loves to dance, competes on stage, is cared for by the teachers and has amazing older students to look up to - all the reasons and then some for why we stayed!

    - Marian Morgan

  • “This school has been great for my daughter. The owner, Marisa, is wonderful and her student teachers are great. I love that the owner is still very involved with her students and is very personable for parents to speak to directly. Highly recommend!”

    -Laura Stupi, 2021

  • Ms. Marisa is absolutely wonderful! She has not only helped my little dancer grow, but also takes the time to really get to know each of her dancers. We love our experience at ACI!

    - Eryn Prado, 2024

  • "When my daughter started ACIDANCE, I was really hesitant because we had a bad experience prior. The way I was reassured that I won't experience any of my prior issues, I said we would give it a shot. I'm so glad we did. We have been with the studio for 4+ years. My daughter has advanced in so many areas and is now on the competition team as as well as a student teacher. ACIDANCE is not just dance for us. It's a place we call family. We love how comfortable and confident she is when dancing. A part of that is because the teachers and owner help her to feel that way. The kids are friendly to each other. I am also thankful that it is also affordable . WE LOVE ACIDANCE!"

    -Tiffany Trowell, 2023

  • “My daughter just finished her first year at ACIDANCE and absolutely loved it. Having a very shy personality she became so comfortable with Marisa and looked forward to dance class each and every week. She learned a lot, made new friends and above all had a lot of fun! Looking forward to another fun year ahead!”

    -Brittney Arroyo, 2019

  • “I can’t say enough about ACIDANCE! Marisa is amazing and has the patience of an angel! This past season was my daughters first and she absolutely loved it. Marisa genuinely cares for all her students. We can’t wait to continue!”

    -Yannery Ferriero, 2020

  • “My daughter has danced with Ms. Marisa in NY & NJ. She is supportive, encouraging and challenges her to grow as a dancer. This studio is perfect for individual attention, while teaching team ethics and performance. It is a positive environment for dancers to learn and grow. The dance intensives bring super talented professionals to expand students abilities and horizons.”

    -Mary Ann Molini, 2021

  • “Marisa is not only an incredible dancer and choreographer but she has a way of making a huge impact on her students. She connects with them in a way that is truly inspiring! Her positive energy and creativity is contagious! I’m so happy I found ACIDANCE!”

    -Liz Currcio, 2018

  • My daughter absolutely loves ACI Dance. Nothing compares to the high level of expertise and professionalism we have found here. The instructors are all amazing and ACI is like her second family.

    - Francesca Hill, 2024

  • ACIDANCE is more than just a dance studio, it’s a dance family. The students are taught to support and respect each other. it’s a safe place for dancers to build their skills, self expression and self confidence. I will be forever grateful that we became part of the ACIDANCE family

    - Dawn Schmauch, 2025

  • I am so glad we found ACI dance! My daughters love the teachers and the director, Miss Marisa. The studio is wonderful and truly makes you feel like family. :)

    - Jessica Regazzini, 2024

Why Choose ACIDANCE?

1) All instructors and highly trained and professional.

2) We offer 2 programs- recreational and competitive!

3) We offer many combo classes to ensure well rounded young dancers while our parents

get the most for their money! Dancers will be motivated all season!

4) We run master classes, intensives, and camps to keep things fresh and continue growth

5) ACIDANCE offers the most affordable prices for registration, tuition, and costumes in the area!

6) Ample parking which is also easy for drop off!

7) ACIDANCE performs two shows per year. We hold Nutcracker performances in

December and our end of the Season shows in May! All dancers perform in both

regardless of what program they are in!

8) Our award winning competition team competes 5 times per year.

9) All ACIDANCE employees are CPR certified.

10) ACIDANCE loves our dancers!

Everyone is treated like family the second you walk through the door!

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452 Uniontown Road

Stewartsville, NJ 08865

Phone
(973) 862-1628

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