Why KBDS?
At Kathy Blake Dance Studios we support and nurture the love and joy of dance! We believe that life lessons are learned at the studio and that dance is an important part of a child’s full educational experience. At our studio, we provide quality education through a team of professional teachers who are committed to inspire, train, and develop students of all ages and abilities. Experience our vibrant arts community devoted to professionalism and excellence in our classes, administration, performances, and general operations.
Here’s why…
DANCE. LOVE. JOY.
In 1974, a gallon of gas was 55 cents, if you could find any. A gallon of milk was $1.50. A gallon of water was… free.
In 1974, we had bell bottom jeans, 4 TV channels, and platform shoes… for men.
In 1974, Amazon was a river in South America. Tweeting was something only birds did and Apple… was a fruit.
And in 1974 Kathy Blake Dance Studios held its very first dance recital.
A lot has changed in the past 40 years, but one thing hasn’t: the studio’s commitment.
To teach, and nurture, and inspire young people through the art of dance. Season after season, through generations past and for generations to come.
Kathy Blake Dance Studios welcomes you to the next 40 years!
Poem by Rich Schofield (member of KBDS family)
“THANK YOU!! You are the best dance studio in town! We don’t even need to look elsewhere and compare. Thank you for being so gracious to us!!” – Jennifer F. and family
“We enjoyed the dance recital so much! It is so classy, especially compared to others that I have attended for my other grandchildren…I am so grateful to you for celebrating the United States at the end of each recital. We had such a great time watching and cheering for our children and grandchildren and then get to end with such a proud moment. Thank you, Kathy, from the bottom of my heart. Your enthusiasm and hard work don’t go unnoticed!” – Barbara C.
“I just wanted to say again how much I enjoyed this weekend’s recital! Every year I walk away from the recital so amazed at the quality of the show. Nicole and especially Nathan looked fabulous in their costumes. We are looking forward to next year!” – Judy S
“My family and I thought that was the BEST Recital we have ever been to! I have had my girls in ballet and tap since they were 3 and this was by far the most organized and well run!! I just wanted to say how much I appreciated the fact that you do your rehearsal in studio. The lighting and all the flow from dance to dance was perfect and would have appeared that you had done numerous rehearsals. So, thank you for making that work somehow without one. That was new to me and absolutely WONDERFUL! Also, the way you did the tickets was also affordable and greatly appreciated. I thought the Arts Center was a great place to watch the dances and the lay out didn’t matter where you sat, all were great seats!” – Jennifer F. and family
Awards & Media
Thank you to our wonderful dancers and families who voted for us!
“Best Dance Studio of Souhegan Valley” 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2022 & 2023
“Best of Greater Nashua” award for the Best Dance Studio category 2020
Kathy Blake Dance Studios voted Family Favorite Dance Studio, Parenting NH Magazine 2014 & 2015
