The Dance Project

The Dance Project Classes offered on a Recreational & Competitive level
πŸ† β€˜19 β€˜21 β€˜22 β€˜23 β€˜24 β€˜25 National Grand Champions
⭐️ 2020-2025 ADCC Studio of Excellence

Get to know us!Amy Brooks is a seasoned dance educator, choreographer, studio owner and program manager with over 30 yea...
06/05/2026

Get to know us!

Amy Brooks is a seasoned dance educator, choreographer, studio owner and program manager with over 30 years of experience in the dance industry. Throughout her career, Amy has served in many leadership roles including dance teacher, studio owner, director and program manager bringing in a well rounded and deeply informed perspective to every aspect of dance education. As a program manager at The Dance Project, Amy has a built a strong, supportive and professional training environment centered on both technical excellence and personal growth. Her commitment to fostering positive and disciplined studio culture has helped shape generations of dancers while creating a space where students feel encouraged, challenged and inspired. With more than three decades of experience in the competitive dance industry, Amy has worked extensively as both a choreographer and adjudicator, giving her a comprehensive understanding of performance standards, scoring, stage presence and industry expectations. Her choreography has earned numerous award and recognition at both regional and national competitions.

As a former Miss Connecticut America, Amy has dedicated over 20 years of volunteer service to the Miss America Organization. Throughout that time, she has served in multiple leadership roles local pageant producer, state choreographer, and contestant training coach, mentoring young women in performance, confidence, professionalism and personal development. Amy and her husband are proud parents to three children: Averie, Autumn and Austin. Averie is currently a trainee with American Repertory Ballet, Autumn will soon begin the BFA Dance Program at University of Massachusetts Amherst while also joining the UMASS Dance Team and Austin is entering high school.

Amy’s passion for mentorship is reflected in the success of her students. Many of her dancers have gone on to pursue professional dance careers, collegiate dance programs, BFA programs, dance teams and careers as dance educators themselves - continuing her legacy of strong training, leadership, and dedication to the art form. Amy continues to inspire and elevate the next generation of performers.

Get to know us!Kelly Cohen A Graduate of Naugatuck Valley Community College, Kelly Blankschen Cohen received her degree ...
06/03/2026

Get to know us!

Kelly Cohen

A Graduate of Naugatuck Valley Community College, Kelly Blankschen Cohen received her degree in Visual and Performing Arts with a focus in Dance. Born and raised in Wolcott, CT, she has taught in towns and cities across the state for many years.

Kelly brings more than twenty years of dance experience. As a former competitive dancer at Studio 1 Dance Center, her dancers and choreography have been recognized at both regional and national levels.

At a young age, Kelly trained with the Radio City Rockettes for four summers and traveled to Shanghai, China in 2009, representing the United States with her dance studio.

She is a founding member and choreographer for ATTAK Dance Company, a professional modern dance company based in West Hartford, CT, performing in festivals and concerts throughout the state.

Professionally, Kelly performed at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, FL. She appeared on the Magic Kingdom Castle stage in Celebrate the Season and in the ABC special Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade on Christmas Day. She also spent the summer of 2014 performing as a member of the CT Sun WNBA Solar Power Dance Team.

Kelly continues to expand her impact in the dance industry, traveling nationally as a judge for Star Dance Alliance competitions, where she shares her knowledge and experience with dancers of all ages.

She has been named Choreographer of the Year from 2019-2025 and her dancers have earned National Championship titles for the past 7 years. Her choreography has also been nominated for an Industry Dance Award. Her students consistently receive national recognition each year and go on to pursue training in both professional and collegiate dance programs.

Above all, Kelly is passionate about teaching and performing and is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of dancers.

Kelly and her husband are the proud parents of their 5-year-old son, Jaxson.

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Season 9 Registration Opens Tomorrow at 7:00 PM! πŸ’š Fall classes run September through MayπŸ’š End-of-Season Recital in MayπŸ’š...
06/02/2026

Season 9 Registration Opens Tomorrow at 7:00 PM!

πŸ’š Fall classes run September through May
πŸ’š End-of-Season Recital in May
πŸ’š Classes start at 18 months old
πŸ’š All Star & Competitive Programs
πŸ’š Qualified, experienced, and caring instructors
πŸ’š Safe, friendly, and nurturing environment
At The Dance Project, we’re focused on more than just teaching the art of dance. We are committed to helping children build confidence, develop discipline, learn teamwork, and grow into kind, respectful, and responsible young adults.
Because while great dancers are wonderful, helping raise great humans is even more important. πŸ’š
Our classes fill quickly each year, so don’t wait!
Registration Opens Tomorrow at 7:00 PM

Join Miss Mandy for 4 Saturdays in June featuring Jazz, Contemporary & Conditioning! βœ¨πŸ’š Ages 14 & UpπŸ’š Post-Graduates Alw...
06/01/2026

Join Miss Mandy for 4 Saturdays in June featuring Jazz, Contemporary & Conditioning! ✨
πŸ’š Ages 14 & Up
πŸ’š Post-Graduates Always Welcome

Join the fun! β€οΈπŸ’™πŸ’›πŸ’œFour week Saturday classes in June start next Saturday! Summer camps, clinics and drop in classes are...
05/30/2026

Join the fun! β€οΈπŸ’™πŸ’›πŸ’œ

Four week Saturday classes in June start next Saturday!

Summer camps, clinics and drop in classes are all listed on our website!

Register today πŸ’š

Season 9 All Star Schedule Released πŸ’šRegistration will open Wednesday, June 3 at 7 PM!  Classes are limited in size and ...
05/29/2026

Season 9 All Star Schedule Released πŸ’š

Registration will open Wednesday, June 3 at 7 PM! Classes are limited in size and will sell out 🀍

Fall Classes run September- May πŸ’šπŸ€

Save the date! πŸ’š
05/27/2026

Save the date! πŸ’š

05/26/2026
Just a reminder, we are closed for Memorial Day πŸ’™β€οΈAll classes resume tomorrow!πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
05/25/2026

Just a reminder, we are closed for Memorial Day πŸ’™β€οΈ

All classes resume tomorrow!πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

Address

2 Barlow Street
Bristol, CT
06010

Opening Hours

Monday 3:30pm - 9pm
Tuesday 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 3:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday 3:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+18605827680

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