Age-appropriate instruction
Classes help dancers build technique, coordination, musicality, and confidence at a pace that supports their development.
Middle Village, Queens · Since 1986
Thoughtful dance education for every stage.
That’s Dancin’ is a family-run studio where dancers can build skills, confidence, and a lasting connection to movement.
Our studio
A place to learn, belong, and grow.
That’s Dancin’ serves Middle Village and surrounding communities with creative, challenging dance classes for ages 2½ through adult, from beginner to advanced levels.
Our family business believes that strong dance education builds concentration, self-discipline, self-esteem, and a lifelong appreciation for music and movement.
What families can expect
Training with purpose and care
A supportive studio community
Since 1986, local families have found a welcoming place for dancers to learn, grow, and make lasting connections.
Room to perform and progress
From recreational classes to the NYC All-Stars Company, dancers can pursue meaningful performance opportunities as their goals grow.
Our teaching team
Meet the instructors
Experienced teachers guide each dancer with high standards, encouragement, and genuine care.
Debra A. Nizza (Mrs. Debbie)
Owner / Artistic Director · Certified Dance InstructorDebra A. Nizza is a highly qualified and energetic director who has shared her knowledge and passion for dance professionally for over thirty years.
Heather Palma (Ms. Heather)
Studio Manager · Dance InstructorHeather has been dancing since the age of three. In her younger years her main teacher was her mom Debra Nizza.
Kristen Black (KB)
Assistant Studio Manager · Dance InstructorAs the daughter of a dancer, she finds dance to be in her blood. Along with being in or around dance since childhood, she spread her wings in college attending Nassau College majoring in dance.
Visit the studio
Find us in Middle Village
Stop by during studio hours, call with a question, or use the map for directions.
That’s Dancin’
79-54 Metropolitan Ave, Middle Village, NY 11379
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4:00–7:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:00–8:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:45–8:15 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–7:45 PM |
| Friday | 4:00–7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
For dedicated dancers
NYC All-Stars Company
Our resident competition company gives serious and advanced dancers a focused path to additional training, rehearsals, and performance experience. Members are selected by audition.
- Audition-based
- Additional training
- Performance opportunities
Studio life
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