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OUR ACADEMY

CELEBRATING 54 YEARS

Our studio and Dee Dots was established back in 1967, in Mickleton, New Jersey a town within East Greenwich Township. The studio began its foundation for a well established business of today. Now located in Woolwich Township for the past 40 years beautiful country setting and plenty of parking. In 2017 we celebrated 50 Years of business to the surrounding communities. We are located in our new 6000 sq. ft. facility on Garwin Rd., Woolwich, N.J. The large studio rooms have mirrored walls, AC and large viewing windows.
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OUR
PHILOSOPHY

At Dee Dots Dance Academy, our goal is to provide your child with a structured and fun environment in which they will be educated in the technique and fundamentals of dance.
The progress of each student is important to us whether pursuing competitive dance or dancing for pure enjoyment and exercise. All students will receive excellent instruction throughout the year. Our goal is to provide a fun and healthy atmosphere while raising your child’s self esteem, building confidence, and achieving success in order to excel.

MEET OUR STAFF

Our staff holds 92 combined years of teaching and nurturing children in the arts. Our experience will bring out the movement and rhythm in your child while perfecting a foundation for advanced dancers.

Dorathy A. Garozzo is the owner of the studio along with her family. The instructors at the studio are graduates of Glassboro State College, Rowan College, Rowan University, GCC , Neuman College and Rutgers University. Within the staff, 75% of the instructors are educators during the daytime hours, which we feel is an asset to our staff knowing our staff has an interest and love for children. Most of the staff have a theater or dance background from college, etc. Three of our instructors have performed in their particular colleges productions. One instructor has been choreographing for high schools in the area for 10 years. Our Asst. Director also has her degree in Early Childhood Education. The interest in dance, life and love of children’s accomplishments is important to us. We hope your child becomes a part of our studio and our lives

MISS JUSTINE BRITTON

Director/Instructor

Miss Justine has been dancing and baton twirling since the age of 2. Studying all areas of dance, baton twirling and gymnastics. She was a part of the Marching Band while in HIgh School where she was a majorette. She competed in several competitions while in the Marching Band winning many accolades and accomplishments. She has performed in shows such as “Grease” and “Chorus Line” while in college. She danced in classes at Rowan university! She studied gymnastics at Glassboro State College studying under the well known original owner of Rainbow gymnastics. Justine graduated from Rowan University with a degree in Early childhood. Elementary Education. Justine has now taken over as Director in their well known business that has been operating for over 55 years.

MISS JENN

Dance Instructor

Miss Jen has been dancing since the age of 2 and has not stopped!  She grew up as a Cpmettibe dancer winning several state and National stiles.  Growing up Jen also toured with Sesame Street live, Performed with several theatre Companies, Gregory HInes and Friends Bob Mcgrath, Pennsylvania Orchestra Al Alberts Showcase and with JErry LEwisinAttlantice City.  Jen danced at Rutgers University and has been teaching dance for over 30 year.  She has Choreographed for several Theatre companies in the Tri State area as well as multiple High School Theatre Productions.  Jen loves sharing her love of dance and performing with her students especially with her daughter and sons. 

MISS CHLOE

Dance Instructor

Miss Chloe has also been dancing since the age of 2.  She has a passion and talent for sharing and understanding children and their love for dance.  Miss Chloe has participated in several parades, [performances, and competitions in the Tri state area as well as Florida, Atlantic City and Philapehphis.  Miss Chloe graduated from Neumann University with her BA degree in Early Childhood Education and Special education.

MISS CARISSA

Dance Instructor

Miss Carissa has been dancing since the age of 2, studying ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and pointe!  Carissa performed in several parades, performances and competitions in Atlantic City, Philadelphia, Florida and surrounding areas.  Carissa has a passion for teaching children the art of dance.  Carissa graduated from Neumann University with her BA degree in Early Childhood and Special education.  She has also just completed her Masters degree in Business Leadership and organization.  Carissa enjoys sharing and teaching her love for dance to all ages.

MISS KAREN

Dance Instructor

MISS DESTINY

Dance Instructor

DANCE CLASSES

We teach students of all ages and levels. Our classes range from ballet and jazz to tap, hip-hop, acro-dance, musical theater and much more.
Students training Karate

KARATE CLASSES

“Goju” is a Japanese form of karate. The form, focus, and control of the student’s body and mind are developed during this 45-minute class. Students gain confidence while learning the basics for self-defense.