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Dance excellence

The studio is designed to extend to children and adults the benefits that can be derived from an educational and professional dance program. Dance is the most physically and mentally demanding subject within the arts. We strive to instill in our students the knowledge of dance technique, feeling of movement and the emotional qualities required for the art of dance.

Mission Statement

Surry County Dance Center was opened in August of 2021 and is located in Mount Airy, NC. The company is an expansion of our Hillsville, VA location, Carroll County Dance Center, which was founded in August of 1997. Through this expansion, KMG Ensemble was created and is the franchise umbrella that houses both studios. Since 1997, we have been educating young people in the art of dance.

At both the Carroll County Dance Center and the Surry County Dance Center, we have one true goal – to provide a nurturing, fun and safe environment for all to practice their craft. We aim to offer options for families to find activities that are geared toward keeping their children active and learning.

The classes our staff provides are about the betterment of oneself. We believe, wholeheartedly, that the greatest importance for every student is that their best efforts are met with encouragement, positivity, and proper instruction.

We inspire confidence.
We encourage fun.
We stress inclusivity.

It is our hope that when students leave our program, they will have developed a stronger character, an excellent background in dance, and a special love and confidence of the individual beauty within them.

Creative Movement

Classical
Ballet

Jazz
 

Tap
 

Lyrical /
Modern

& More!

Kelly Gray Krantz

About Kelly G. Krantz

KMG Ensemble
Carroll County Dance Center
Surry County Dance Center

Founder/Owner/ Artistic Director/Educator

Kelly started her dancing career at the age of five under the direction of Ms. Cindy Joyce with the Patrick County Dancing Arts Center in Stuart, VA. Kelly started her teaching career at the young age of 15, at which time she started assisting Ms. Joyce with students in Patrick County. While under the direction of Ms. Joyce, Kelly had the opportunity to perform for the Virginia Legislature. She was also a member of the PCDAC travel competition team. While part of that group, she traveled Nationwide to leave her mark on the dance world…
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Administration Staff

Kelly Krantz 
Founder, Owner, Director 
Tabitha Dalton
Administrative Coordinator
Katie WIlber
Marketing Director 
Linda Wilson
Accounting Manager

Instructors

Brenda Leath

Brenda Leath began dancing at the age of eight under the direction of Kelly Krantz at Carroll County Dance Center. Brenda was a member of the CCDC Performance Company for twelve years and during that time, she had many performance opportunities such as Carnival Cruise Lines…
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Katie Wilber

Originally from Newport, Tennessee, Katie moved to Cleveland in January of 2014 to join Inlet Dance Theatre as an Apprentice. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Theatre with a Dance focus and a minor in Interdisciplinary Writing and Speech from Middle Tennessee State University.
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Ginny Thiele

Ginny Thiele began studying dance under Kelly Krantz at the age of five. She continued her education at Radford University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Dance in 2015…
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Ella Bash

Ella Bash

Ella is from Hillsville, Virginia but her and her family moved to Holly Springs, North Carolina, when she was really young. At the age of 13, Ella began dancing at Holly Springs School of Dance where she fell in love with dance. She decided that after high school she wanted to continue to pursue dance and began in the Fall of 2022 at Radford University. Ella is currently attending Radford as a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Bachelor in Business Management double major…
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Tabitha Dalton

At the age of 13, Tabitha began dancing at Carroll County Dance Center, under the direction of Kelly Krantz. Tabitha was a member of the CCDC performance company for four years. That came with many performance opportunities. Salem Red Sox, Carnival Cruise Lines, Universal Studios, and many more…
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Student Assistant

Kaylee Edwards

Anna Dowell

2023 Model Student of the Year

Olivia Fordyce

My name is Olivia Fordyce and I received the 2022-2023 Model Student Award from Surry County Dance Center. I moved to Mount Airy from New Jersey in 2017 when I was 5 years old. I started dancing at the age of 2 and continued after we moved to North Carolina. I am a rising 6th grader at Mount Airy Middle School…
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"Surry County Dance Studio is our dance family and we wouldn’t have it any other way! We were fortunate to join Carroll County Dance Center nearly 10 years ago, coming from another similar studio, and we have never looked back. Our daughters have been dancing with Mrs. Kelly since they were three years old, first in Carroll County and now at the Surry County Dance Studio. We spent 2 years traveling from Mt. Airy to Carroll County just to take dance from Mrs. Kelly, Miss Brittany, and Mrs. Brenda. Our girls were ecstatic to find out in 2021 that they were expanding locally. This studio has fueled their love for dance and given them so many opportunities to enhance their skills, participate in community events, and perform for many different groups of people. The supportive and family oriented atmosphere, the outstanding teachers and choreographers and the opportunities you provide your students through performances and community events in a fun and exciting atmosphere make SCDC unique. All of the instructors are professionally trained, yet provide an energetic atmosphere that students love. Thank you, Mrs. Kelly, Miss Brittany, Mrs. Brenda and all the staff at SCDC, for everything you do to spread your love of dance and the lasting relationships you build every day!"
Emmalee & Alivia’s Family
Emmalee & Alivia’s Family
"Nahla had the most amazing year last season at SCDC! She progressed in technique and her self-confidence grew. Recital really showcased her vast improvements in her solo and group performances. The studio environment was always instructional, positive, fun and professional at all times. The expansion of the studio this past year has vastly improved the learning opportunities. The staff is always supportive and always provides each student an opportunity to grow and learn. They always have time for my questions and concerns as well. Nahla is so excited for this upcoming season and I can’t wait to see her grow and learn in dance as I feel it will help her grow and learn in all aspects of life."
Nahla’s Family
Nahla’s Family
"We found Surry County Dance Center in 2021. Prior to that we had been with the same dance studio for six years. Like many other businesses, they had to close during the pandemic and did not have the resources to reopen. We were devastated and desperate to find another dance studio. We were looking for a place that could provide professional instruction, a variety of dance classes, and an environment that would instill poise, grace and confidence. We found all of that and more in Surry County Dance Center. The teachers deliver top notch instruction and work hard to develop the technique and talent in each dancer. We have been very pleased with the combination of education, technique and fun that each class provides. I highly recommend Surry County Dance Center for all dancers from beginners to advanced!"
Abby’s Family
Abby’s Family
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2023-2024

Class Schedule

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Monday
TimeAgeClassLength
4:30-5:20(3rd -5th grade)Ballet I1 class
5:20-6:10(3rd -5th grade)Jazz & Tap I1 class
6:10-7:00(2nd -12th grade)KMG Ensemble
7:00-7:50(6th -12th grade)Jazz II1 class
7:50-8:20(6th -12th grade)Tap II1 class
Tuesday
5:00-5:30(7th -12th grade)Pointe1/2 class
5:30-6:20(7th -12th grade)Ballet II1 class
6:20-7:10(7th -12th grade)Modern II1 class
7:10-7:40(6th -12th grade)Hip Hop II1/2 class
Wednesday
4:30-5:20(Ages 3-4)Preschool I (Ballet & Tap)1 class
5:20-6:35(2nd -3rd grade)Combo II (Ballet, Jazz, & Tap)1 1/2 Classes
6:35-7:05(K- 3rd grade)Hip Hop I1/2 class
7:05-7:55(2nd -5th grade)Acro II1 class
Thursday
4:30-5:20(Ages 4-5)Preschool II (Ballet & Tap)1 class
5:20-6:10(Ages 3-1st grade)Acro I1 class
6:10-7:25(K-1st grade)Combo I (Ballet, Jazz, & Tap)1 1/2 class
7:25-8:15(6th -12th grade)Dance Acrobatics1 class
Monday
TimeAgeClassLength
4:30-5:20(3rd -5th grade)Ballet I1 class
5:20-6:10(3rd -5th grade)Jazz & Tap I1 class
6:10-7:00(2nd -12th grade)KMG Ensemble
7:00-7:50(6th -12th grade)Jazz II1 class
7:50-8:20(6th -12th grade)Tap II1 class
Tuesday
5:00-5:30(7th -12th grade)Pointe1/2 class
5:30-6:20(7th -12th grade)Ballet II1 class
6:20-7:10(7th -12th grade)Modern II1 class
7:10-7:40(6th -12th grade)Hip Hop II1/2 class
Wednesday
4:30-5:20(Ages 3-4)Preschool I (Ballet & Tap)1 class
5:20-6:35(2nd -3rd grade)Combo II (Ballet, Jazz, & Tap)1 1/2 Classes
6:35-7:05(K- 3rd grade)Hip Hop I1/2 class
7:05-7:55(2nd -5th grade)Acro II1 class
Thursday
4:30-5:20(Ages 4-5)Preschool II (Ballet & Tap)1 class
5:20-6:10(Ages 3-1st grade)Acro I1 class
6:10-7:25(K-1st grade)Combo I (Ballet, Jazz, & Tap)1 1/2 class
7:25-8:15(6th -12th grade)Dance Acrobatics1 class

2023-2024

Tuition Rates

* There is a discount for enrolling in multiple classes. This discount is also offered to siblings as a family rate on tuition.
* Add all of your classes together and your discounted rate is listed below.
* There is also a discount for paying your tuition before the 15th of each month.
* If you would like to pay for the entire year (9 months) upfront, there is a 10% discount offered.
Payment must be made by June 15, 2023.
If paid or post marked BY the 15thIf paid or post marked AFTER the 15th
1/2 Class$35 Per Month$50 Per Month
1 Class$50 Per Month$65 Per Month
1 1/2 Classes$60 Per Month$75 Per Month
2 Classes$70 Per Month$85 Per Month
2 1/2 Classes$100 Per Month$115 Per Month
3 Classes$110 Per Month$125 Per Month
3 1/2 Classes$130 Per Month$145 Per Month
4 Classes$140 Per Month$155 Per Month
4 1/2 Classes$170 Per Month$185 Per Month
5 Classes$180 Per Month$195 Per Month
5 1/2 Classes$210 Per Month$225 Per Month
6 Classes$220 Per Month$235 Per Month
6 1/2 Classes$250 Per Month$265 Per Month
7 Classes or more$260 Per Month$275 Per Month
Your tuition will revert to this rate if payment is not made by the 15th, no matter the circumstances

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It is our hope that when the students leave the Surry County Dance Center they will have developed a stronger character, an excellent background in dance, and a special love and awareness of the individual rhythm and talent within themselves.

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About Kelly

Kelly started her dancing career at the age of five under the direction of Ms. Cindy Joyce with the Patrick County Dancing Arts Center in Stuart, VA. Kelly started her teaching career at the young age of 15, at which time she started assisting Ms. Joyce with students in Patrick County. While under the direction of Ms. Joyce, Kelly had the opportunity to perform for the Virginia Legislature. She was also a member of the PCDAC travel competition team. While part of that group, she traveled Nationwide to leave her mark on the dance world.

Kelly is a graduate of Radford University with a Bachelor of Science degree in dance. While at Radford she participated in numerous productions as part of her curriculum and was selected to perform in many special performances sponsored by the university. Kelly has served as a guest teacher at Radford University. She was asked to teach tap within the dance department as part of their effort to bring subjects not regularly taught by their faculty.

During her Junior year at Radford, Kelly opened the Carroll County Dance Center in Hillsville, VA. She has seen great success over the last 25 years, educating local youth in the art of dance. Through her 25 years, based on her education, experience, and research, she has designed her own curriculum that accommodates dancers at any level. Kelly believes that all children should be offered the opportunity to experience the beauty of dance.

After graduation from Radford, Kelly was accepted into the American Dance Festival to study modern, jazz, and ballet disciplines. Kelly has also participated in numerous workshops all over the country to learn the latest styles being used and developed throughout the dance world.

For 6 years, Kelly was as staff member for Dance Troupe, Inc, a National dance competition and convention. Kelly was hired to travel the United States judging competitions and teaching seminar classes.

In 2019, Kelly accepted a position with the Carroll County School System as the Varsity Dance Team Coach. With this position, she strictly choreographs routines for technically trained dancers. These routines are part of the athletic program to promote enthusiasm and school spirit.

In 2021, Kelly purchased Surry County Dance Center and in less than a year, moved into a bigger studio space due to demand! Now running for 3 years, the Surry County Dance Center continues to grow in numbers. Voted “Mt. Airy’s Best Dance Studio” for two consecutive years, Kelly is beyond thrilled to be educating young dancers in the Mt. Airy community and looks forward to many more years of incredible success. Now operating two studios, Kelly has franchised her business as KMG Ensemble.

About Brenda

Brenda Leath began dancing at the age of eight under the direction of Kelly Krantz at Carroll County Dance Center. Brenda was a member of the CCDC Performance Company for twelve years and during that time, she had many performance opportunities such as Carnival Cruise Lines.

At the age of twelve, Brenda began assisting classes at CCDC and in 2007 she became an instructor. Brenda educates all ages in ballet, jazz, and her favorite style, tap. She also has a great passion for working with ages 3-7. Helping them explore their creativity and developing their foundation for technical development is where she feels most accomplished.

After graduation, she worked with Dance Troupe Inc. traveling on the competition circuit as a staff member. Brenda has also worked with local church organizations incorporating Praise & Worship dance routines into their services.

Brenda attended Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga. She has been able to bring her knowledge back to CCDC and help prepare students for higher dance education both mentally and physically.

Throughout her professional teaching career, she has studied under nationally-renowned choreographers and instructors. This exposure has helped her expand her own dance vocabulary and given her more tools to use when educating students at CCDC.

Brenda resides in her home town of Fancy Gap with her husband Seth and their two daughters, Savannah and Emma.

About Katie

Originally from Newport, Tennessee, Katie moved to Cleveland in January of 2014 to join Inlet Dance Theatre as an Apprentice. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Theatre with a Dance focus and a minor in Interdisciplinary Writing and Speech from Middle Tennessee State University.

While at MTSU, Katie worked with multiple guest artists, most notably Alberto del Saz, Stefanie Battan-Bland, T. Lang, and Patty Foster. During her collegiate years, Katie traveled all over the country, cities in China, and London performing and studying dance. She spent her summers attending different intensive programs such as Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan, Alambradodanza in Florence, Italy, and Joffrey Jazz and Contemporary Summer Intensive in Florida.

Katie was a Company Member with Inlet for 6 years touring nationally (Ohio, Michigan, Iowa, Massachusetts, Alabama, Philadelphia), and teaching educational residencies regionally. Through Inlet, she has been a lead instructor of dance education at the Newton D. Baker School of Arts and a lead instructor and choreographer of the Newton D. Baker Student Dance Ensemble for 3 years. Notably, Katie performed with Inlet at Jacob’s Pillow as part of the Inside/Out Series. Most recently, Katie performed a leading role in the internationally renowned production of “What Do You Do With An Idea?” at the International Performing Arts for a Youth Conference in Philadelphia and the 2020 National Tour of the production before the COVID-19 shutdown. In 2017, Katie became the Social Media Coordinator authoring the monthly e-newsletter, “In the Current” and other social media platforms. She also served as Costume Coordinator for the company. Additionally, she was a subcommittee member of the Inlet PR/Marketing Committee. Katie was appointed to be the Company Dancer representative of the Capital Campaign’s Project Leadership Team in 2019 (working toward the acquisition of a building as Inlet’s new home).

As an independent dance instructor and choreographer, Katie has served as teacher/choreographer at various dance studios in Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee. She also has had the privilege of traveling as a guest choreographer winning multiple choreography awards throughout the Midwest region.

Now residing in Southwest Virginia, Katie is a Marketing & Advertising Consultant for various dance and entertainment organizations across the country and Australia. She continues her love of dance through teaching and choreographing various dance styles and ages through KMG Ensemble and travels nationally as a dance artist teaching residencies and choreography.

About Ginny

Ginny Thiele began studying dance under Kelly Krantz at the age of five. She continued her education at Radford University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Dance in 2015. While at Radford, Ginny performed in Harmony in Motion, The Nutcracker, Fall Dance Fest, Dancing On The Edge, and student choreography showcases in 2013, 2014, and 2015. She was also a student choreographer for Modern pieces that were performed in student choreography showcases in 2014 and 2015. While studying and rehearsing at Radford, she taught Creative Movement, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Pointe, and Modern techniques to a range of ages at Holli’s Academy of Dance in Christiansburg, VA. For two years following graduation, she was a guest choreographer at Carroll County Dance Center. Ginny and her family moved back to her hometown in the summer of 2019 and she began teaching at CCDC the following season. At CCDC, she teaches Modern classes using Modern, Contemporary, and Improvisation techniques. She and her husband, Kurt, are happy to be back in the mountains raising their two daughters, Porter and Blakely.

About Ella

Ella is from Hillsville, Virginia but her and her family moved to Holly Springs, North Carolina, when she was really young.

At the age of 13, Ella began dancing at Holly Springs School of Dance where she fell in love with dance. She decided that after high school she wanted to continue to pursue dance and began in the Fall of 2022 at Radford University. Ella is currently attending Radford as a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Bachelor in Business Management double major.

She has had the opportunity to perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in both 2018 as well as 2021. This past year at Radford, Ella was cast in Fall Dance Fest and Dancing on the Edge. She is so excited to see what this year of teaching dance has in store for her!

About Tabitha

At the age of 13, Tabitha began dancing at Carroll County Dance Center, under the direction of Kelly Krantz. Tabitha was a member of the CCDC performance company for four years. That came with many performance opportunities. Salem Red Sox, Carnival Cruise Lines, Universal Studios, and many more.

In 2015, Tabitha started as a student assistant. She fell in love with teaching the technique of all styles of dance to the CCDC students.

After graduating, she continued to work under Kelly. She has worked with three different local churches, incorporating worship dances into their ministries. Tabitha continues to study at Liberty University for her Bachelors of Science in Christian Leadership.

In June 2023, Tabitha was able to travel to Panama with the World Missions Ministry of the IPHC, The Awakening. While in Panama, she was able to be apart of the program that shared the gospel to many children and young adults. Missions is where her heart lies.

Tabitha continues to pursue leading at the Carroll and Surry County Dance Centers when she is able and is honored to still be apart of the amazing dance community that she grew up in.

Tabitha continues to pursue leading as the Administrative Coordinator for the Carroll and Surry County Dance Centers. She is honored to still be a part of the amazing dance community that she grew up in.

About Olivia

My name is Olivia Fordyce and I received the 2022-2023 Model Student Award from Surry County Dance Center. I moved to Mount Airy from New Jersey in 2017 when I was 5 years old. I started dancing at the age of 2 and continued after we moved to North Carolina. I am a rising 6th grader at Mount Airy Middle School.

My parents, John and Rochelle Fordyce, have always supported me in any activities I have wanted to be in. I also have an older brother, Domenic, an older sister, Sophia, and a baby brother, Carson, who always come and watch me perform.

When I am not at dance, I like to draw, read, spend time with friends and family. I also like to be a part of choir at school and I enjoy performing on stages.

I am grateful to have been chosen for the Model Student Award. I am thankful to Mrs. Madison and Mrs. Kelly for helping me build my education in dance and showing me to have confidence in myself and my dancing.