Thank you for visiting the virtual home of Sugarloaf Performing Arts! Here you will find detailed information about our class curriculum, artistic staff, and performing companies. We invite you to take a tour of our new facility! For additional information, please contact our office staff at 770-682-5333.
We are proud of our reputation for providing excellent dance and tumble instruction to beginning through pre-professional artists. Our mission is more than just a statement, it's a promise to all of our students. Sugarloaf Performing Arts is a family-oriented studio founded on professional dance technique and training.
We are proud of our reputation for providing excellent dance and tumble instruction to beginning through pre-professional artists. Our mission is more than just a statement, it's a promise to all of our students. Sugarloaf Performing Arts is a family-oriented studio founded on professional dance technique and training.
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We have recently moved to our brand new state-of-the-art 22,000 square foot facility! Conveniently located on Northbrook Parkway, our beautiful facility houses seven studios including the Arona Theater, our in-house black box theater. We understand how important school is, and know that students may need to work on homework in between classes.
Excellence in arts education isn't just something we say, it's something we exemplify. Our instructors are passionate professionals who are highly trained in the art of dance education. They love to teach as much as the love to dance. We strive to give our students the fundamentals they need to grow as dancers and artists in a nurturing environment.
In addition to our extensive class offerings, we offer a Boys Only ballet class. This class is designed to build confidence as the students improve strength, technique, and artistry in an environment geared towards motivation and success. Alumni of our program have gone on to dance with Miami City Ballet, Joffrey Ballet School, Tulsa Ballet, Florida Dance Theatre, and the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB).
We are the proud to be the home of the Sugarloaf Ballet, our performing company. The Sugarloaf Ballet gives students the training and opportunity to perform in public exhibitions, dance productions, theatrical events, competitions and local festivals. The dancers in our company are committed and dedicated individuals who have a passion for dance and performing.
Housed at Sugarloaf Performing Arts, the Sugarloaf Ballet Conservatory offers an alternative training environment for young artists interested in pursuing dance as a career path. Led by Artistic Director, Lori Zamzow-Wire, the concentrated curriculum provides pre-professional instruction in the areas of ballet, dance history, nutrition, and injury prevention.
Reviews (10)
Holly Sawyer
Jan 25, 2019
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I have had children at this studio since around 2005. (Honestly, we've been there so long that it's hard to remember when my girls started.) Through the years, my daughters studied many styles of dance, and enjoyed every teacher that they've had.The teachers give excellent instruction, and the front office staff takes time to get to know the parents and the students. We feel fortunate to have found this studio.
Mary Andrews
Jan 21, 2019
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The faculty at Sugarloaf Performing Arts (SPA) is a group of highly trained and very talented professionals who are invested in helping their students grow and improve. In addition, both faculty and office staff are very caring and make it a priority to get to know their students on a personal level. The studio itself is a brand new facility with seven large studios (including a tumble studio) and a large waiting area for parents. My daughter has danced at SPA for over eleven years and we have been very happy with the quality of instruction over the years. I highly recommend SPA to anyone who is
Adalius Thomas
Dec 21, 2018
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The receptionist is very nice and pleasant. My daughter likes & enjoys the school.
Update.. since writing the last review the owner Lori met with us about my review and was vey concerned about the 2 stars I initially gave. She asked that I change it after or discussion about her employee being rude. She said she would retrain her. SHE THEN NOTIFIED US THIS WEEK THAT OUR DAUGHTER WOULD NOT BE APART OF COMPANY IF I DIDN'T TAKE THE REVIEW DOWN OR CHANGE IT FROM A 3 STAR WHICH WE AGREED TO IN THE MEETING. THIS IS A FORM OF BULLYING AND I WONDER IF SHE TREATS THE KIDS THIS WAY WHEN WE ARE NOT AROUND
Update.. since writing the last review the owner Lori met with us about my review and was vey concerned about the 2 stars I initially gave. She asked that I change it after or discussion about her employee being rude. She said she would retrain her. SHE THEN NOTIFIED US THIS WEEK THAT OUR DAUGHTER WOULD NOT BE APART OF COMPANY IF I DIDN'T TAKE THE REVIEW DOWN OR CHANGE IT FROM A 3 STAR WHICH WE AGREED TO IN THE MEETING. THIS IS A FORM OF BULLYING AND I WONDER IF SHE TREATS THE KIDS THIS WAY WHEN WE ARE NOT AROUND
A. P.
Nov 11, 2018
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Update: Owner contacted me after my review to address what is not satisfied at my side and seeking for improvements. Afterward, there were multiple emails from SPA admin to communicate with parents and I do appreciate their reactions and effort so far. So I am giving 3 stars and will update the review after the season.
This place might be for those who looking for ballet but completely not for hiphop learners. I have 2 kids learning hiphop once a week in here but advertised teacher rarely come to classes. Substitute teachers are terrible at teaching and don't concern whether kids are learning
This place might be for those who looking for ballet but completely not for hiphop learners. I have 2 kids learning hiphop once a week in here but advertised teacher rarely come to classes. Substitute teachers are terrible at teaching and don't concern whether kids are learning
Kathryn Cassidy
Sep 09, 2018
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Sugarloaf Performing Arts offers first rate instruction in both dance and tumble all in an amazing facility. The instructors are highly trained professionals who work to help every dancer obtain their personal best. As a long time student and company member my daughter has learned so many useful life skills (discipline, commitment, teamwork, time management, etc) in addition to continuing to grow and improve as a dancer each and every year. I personally drive almost 20 miles one way multiple times a week because I feel SPA offers the best program in Gwinnett county.
Brad Anderson
Aug 02, 2018
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Jennifer Dawson
Jul 05, 2018
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We have been at SPA since 2014 and love it. The staff and teachers are wonderful and truly care about all the dancers. The owner Mrs Lori is very professional and her studio produces very talented and technical dancers. I would recommend this studio to anyone interested in a well rounded dance education and we plan on being around for a very long time.
Julian Duque
Jun 07, 2018
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I decided to dance for fun at this studio, and it literally changed my life. It was here that I realized I wanted to become a professional, and it was thanks to the help of its loving and caring teachers that I am where I am now.
For training, it is the best you can get as far as classical technique in the greater Atlanta area, not including Atlanta Ballet and the back in the day Georgia Ballet. They also offer a variety of classes to help round out the less balletically inclined dancer. These include Gymnastics, Jazz, Modern, and Contemporary Dance with some Hip Hop.
After a year of training
For training, it is the best you can get as far as classical technique in the greater Atlanta area, not including Atlanta Ballet and the back in the day Georgia Ballet. They also offer a variety of classes to help round out the less balletically inclined dancer. These include Gymnastics, Jazz, Modern, and Contemporary Dance with some Hip Hop.
After a year of training
Bartley Cross
Jun 14, 2017
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Margie Mack
Aug 10, 2015
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We moved to the Duluth area this summer and needed to find a new ballet school for my daughter. We were so happy when we found Sugarloaf Performing Arts. We instantly felt part of the "family" and were very impressed with the instruction and presentation. The teachers and staff are both knowledgeable and pleasant to speak with. We were beyond impressed with the performances we have been a part of since joining the company. Practices are handled without stress and are efficient which results in maximum effort produced on stage. I strongly recommend this school for instruction and the performances