The owners of Flex Dance Experience in the Township of Washington have a thoughtful teaching philosophy. “We believe every dancer should have a place to belong, grow, and be inspired,” says Joni Medzadourian. She is co-owner and co-director of the studio alongside her sister, Kailey.
“Our philosophy is to create an environment where dancers of all levels can find their passion; and flex their potential from their very first steps to their moments under the stage lights. We celebrate hard work, creativity, and personal growth while fostering a supportive community that feels like home,” Joni continues.
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A Homecoming of Sorts
There’s something special about the 1,500-square foot, state-of-the-art Flex Dance Experience. For one thing, it’s housed in the same space where the sisters first fell in love with dance. Refreshed for a new generation, the space now has freshly painted walls, new mirrors, Stagestep sprung flooring and marley. (A type of vinyl dance flooring.) There’s even a dancers’ lounge with a table surrounded by sofas to do homework and eat meals between classes.
Flex Dance Experience runs a full schedule of classes Monday through Sunday. Competition dancers will log over nine hours a week in peak season, plus private lessons. Their hour-long classes give dancers time to grow and refine their skills, and most classes perform two recital dances. “It’s double the chance to shine on stage for the price of one,” says Joni.
The owners are also excited about their Family & Me program. It’s designed for any family member who wants to share the joy of dance with their youngest dancers. The class is for tots ages 1 ½ to 3. In addition, Joni looks forward to filling out their competition team and ballet/hip hop classes. They even offer a weekly adult fusion class for former/retired dancers.
Behind the Flex Dance Experience
Joni has over a decade of experience training in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, musical theatre, hip hop, ballet, and leaps and turns. She has choreographed award-winning routines for studios and school teams across the tristate area. Joni has also coached high school varsity dance teams. Her career outside of dance focuses on public relations, leading brand strategy and digital campaigns for fintech and blockchain clients.
Meanwhile, Kailey trained in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, ballet, pointe, hip-hop, tap, and musical theatre. She has spent the last two decades as a student, competitor, instructor, choreographer, and studio operator. A communications executive by day, Kailey works with C-suite leaders in financial technology.
The sisters grew up in town. “This small Bergen County town is where our dance careers began. It’s incredibly special to now be shaping the next generation of dancers in the very place our own journey started,” Kailey says.
Visit Flex Dance Experience at 271 Pascack Road in Washington Township. Look for them online to learn more.
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All Photos: © Joni Medzadourian | Flex Dance Experience
