To nurture dancers of all ages in the joy of dance through a quality dance education.
An inspiring, enjoyable place to work and contribute positive communication and relationships among teachers and staff members to create an atmosphere conducive to positive education for students.
Conveniently located across the hall from the studio.
Testimonials
We are going into our 4th year at SMSD and we absolutely love it! Studio leadership works so hard to make the whole experience wonderful for dancers and their families. The recitals are phenomenal! Everyone we’ve met here, from the owner, director, manager, instructors, and sales associates at The Dancers Den have been nothing but welcoming, helpful, and kind. I’m extremely thankful that we found this studio years ago. To all of the hardworking staff at SMSD: thank you for everything you do for us! We appreciate and love you!
I can’t say enough good things about this dance studio! It is a very friendly atmosphere with a variety of classes for all levels of dancers. I would highly recommend this studio to anyone who is looking for a dance home.
I put on my first pair of tap shoes when I was 58 years old. Having never taken a dance class I had no idea what to expect. I truly treasure meeting and getting to know all the tappers that I otherwise would not have known, and I have enjoyed every minute of every class I have taken. Can’t imagine my retirement without tap. I love it!
I hit the jackpot when I discovered Shirley McPhail School of Dance. After not tap dancing since middle school, I was ready to give it a try again, but a little nervous, too. Over my first five years at SMSD, I’ve gained confidence and circle of toe-tappin’ friends. Adult instructors Edwina & Patti are consummate professionals, they make learning tap FUN, creatively stimulating for your mind-body coordination, and oh-so rewarding in a supportive, friendly atmosphere—at all skill levels.
SMSD has been my home since I was 2 years old. From Mrs. Trish’s combo class to all of my teachers today, thank you for letting me express myself and grow my relationship with y’all! I know I will always miss my home and my family. I love y’all and will never forget the woman and dancer you all helped me to become.
This is a wonderful dance school with lots of choices of classes and an especially robust adult tap program. The administrative staff are professional and friendly, and there is a nice variety of skilled teachers who have different styles of classes and choreography. I recommend this school for its super safe, nurturing atmosphere, which is so comfortable for beginners and dancers at all levels.
SMSD has been such an extraordinary part of my life. I not only discovered my love for dance here, but I truly discovered myself. I’ve had the opportunity to dance and learn alongside amazing peers and teachers who have inspired me. I am truly thankful to all of my wonderful SMSD teachers over the years for guiding, inspiring, and pushing me to be the best dancer I can be.
The teachers at SMSD are caring and truly enjoy instructing and engaging their students. Our child is a student on the toddler class and looks forward to it every week. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for making Cotillion possible for our students. My son has really enjoyed it and we are so thrilled he has this opportunity!
