A welcoming, organized, and fun dance studio in Chesapeake, Ohio, where dancers of all ages can begin with confidence and grow with purpose.
FIND
YOUR
DANCE
SPACE
DANCE IS FOR EVERYONE
OUR MISSION
Through strategic design, Studio 301 is built upon the simple belief that everyone deserves a place to feel confident, supported, comfortable, and inspired.
Whether stepping into the dance world for the first time or continuing your dance journey with us, our mission is to nurture a space of love where dancers feel safe to grow, perform, and celebrate their progress. With this goal, we have structured our entire experience around guiding parents through an organized and easy-to-understand atmosphere where no one feels out of the loop.
WHAT MAKES STUDIO 301 DIFFERENT
BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CULTURE
The ONLY dance studio in the area that specializes in the overall experience of beginner dancers, guiding each family along their own personal journey as they develop into well-trained artists.
We specialize in welcoming dancers who are brand new to dance.
ORGANIZED AND PROFESSIONAL
Studio 301 meets dance families where they are, offering streamlined communication, in-depth planning, and professional customer service.
Clear communication, structured classes, and thoughtful planning help families feel confident and prepared.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Dancers of all ages and levels have the opportunity to participate in a variety of performance opportunities, including free community options and all-inclusive competitive teams.
From recitals to community events, dancers have exciting chances to perform and grow.
POSITIVE GROWTH ENVIRONMENT
At Studio 301, dancers can find the perfect balance of fun and quality dance education, allowing each student to enjoy the journey while getting the most out of their dance class experience.
We focus on encouragement, confidence building, and personal progress.
OUR APPROACH TO DANCE EDUCATION
At Studio 301, dancers progress through structured stages designed to build technique, confidence, and performance skills over time. Each stage focuses on age-appropriate development so dancers can grow safely while continuing to enjoy the art of dance.
A CLEAR PATH FOR GROWTH
IMAGINATION MOVERS → FOUNDATIONS → DISCOVERY → STRENGTH → LEADERSHIP
Student Progress is tracked through our In-House Formulated studio curriculum based on the Dance Masters of America training principles and a variety of other accredited dance resources. Dancers stay on track and focused on achieving goals through completing level cards for each genre.
ENCOURAGEMENT OVER PRESSURE → OUR CULTURE
SUPORTIVE TEACHING STYLE
CELEBRATING EVERY DANCER
MAKING FRIENDSHIPS
BUILDING CONFIDENCE
STUDIO 301 OWNER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
MEET KENZIE BUCHANAN
“If you have the passion, you can pretty much do anything. When you have the support of the community, especially a small town community, you can succeed.” - Miss Kenzie, Herald Dispatch, 2020
A Letter from the Owner:
Studio 301 was started from a deep passion and love for creating, teaching, and most importantly, dancing. From the time I began dance classes at 3-years-old, I knew that I was destined to open a studio where others could find themselves through artistry and freedom of movement, much like I had as a child. In 2020, as a senior in high school, Studio 301 opened for its first season, and everything I had dreamed of was set in motion. The loving and supportive culture has always been a constant for our families, almost as if the most supportive people were forever destined to be a part of our studio. As we end our sixth season and enter the seventh, I am proud to continue learning how to best serve beginner dance families throughout our community. Everyone deserves to have an experience like this. I can’t wait to walk you through each exciting experience, being your biggest supporter in and out of the studio. My students made my dreams come true, and all I can hope is to return the favor.
ABOUT OUR STAFF
COMPETITION ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, Ballet, Tap, Lyrical, Jazz
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Competition Director - Jazz - Lyrical- Tap - Ballet - Contemporary AcroCareer History
Competition dancer for over 12 years
Won multiple overalls and titles as a competitive dancer
Trained with top-notch instructors in jazz, lyrical, tap, ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, acro, and modern
Fun Facts about Miss Sofia
She loves video games
An avid film-lover! She tries to watch at least one new movie every week.
Her favorite animals are turtles!
Favorite Teaching Moment
“When the competition team got a PAC Attack and everyone cheered!”
NEW STUDENT COORDINATOR, Imagination Movers
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New Student Coordinator - Creative Movement Ballet
Career History
Took ballet, jazz, and baton twirling as a child.
Was a cheerleader and in the flag corps in high school.
Participates in local theater with the Huntington Area Regional Theater
Fun Facts about Miss Heather
Her favorite color is Kelly Green. (GO HERD!)
Her favorite foods are sushi and potatoes.
Her favorite animals are owls.
Favorite Teaching Moment
“Seeing my dance kiddos perform at Showcase last year. SO PROUD!”
CURRENT STUDENT COORDINATOR, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Pom
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Jazz - Hip-Hop - Pom/Dance Team Prep
Career History
Participated in Dance the World Nashville and New York City
Collaborated with the JDG Dance Company and Huntington Museum of Art to teach 4th-grade students fine arts.
Trained in various styles of dance, including ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and more.
Fun Facts about Miss Ella
Her favorite color is purple.
She loves nerd clusters!
She loves looking at the sunset!
Favorite Teaching Moment
“I got to teach my ‘little’ my old solo for our dance recital!”
MOVEZ DIRECTOR, Jazz
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Jazz
Career History
Danced at Hesson Dance Studio from the age of 4 in the styles of ballet, tap, and jazz.
Continued studying dance at Marshall University, taking tap, musical theater, and dance history.
Continued training as an adult at True Impact Dance Studio, where she also teaches.
Fun Facts about Miss Haleigh
She has a degree in Psychology.
She loves historical fiction novels.
She enjoys traveling and gardening.
Favorite Teaching Moment
“Seeing my dance students come off stage feeling satisfied in their performance, seeing their confidence growing, and watching them fall in love with dance!”
Ballet, Pointe
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Ballet - PointeCareer History
Began dancing at 2 years old at Huntington Dance Theater, where she trained for 25+ years.
She was the Assistant Director at Huntington Dance Theater for 2 seasons.
She has choreographed multiple pieces, performed, and adjudicated at the West Virginia Dance Festival.
Fun Facts about Miss Melissa
She has designed the set for a major motion picture!
She was recently a test reader for a published author.
Her favorite flower is the gerbera daisy.
Favorite Teaching Moment
“Watching my most recent pointe class perform on stage for the 1st time, and choreographing to my brother’s original music.”
Musical Theater
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Musical TheaterCareer History
An original dancer of Studio 301, where she trained for 4 years.
Performed as Alice in Studio 301’s production of “Dancing Through Wonderland”.
Has been a part of Studio 301 since it’s opening in 2020.
Fun Facts about Miss Lakota
She is a Marshall student studying Studio Art with a minor in Art History.
She loves to travel! Her favorite trip so far has been her cross-country road trip to Colorado.
Her favorite food is sushi, specifically from China Garden Buffet!
Favorite Teaching Moment
“My first time celebrating a student’s milestone with them! Such an emotional time for everyone to see when something just ‘clicks’ for the student.”
Hip-Hop
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Hip-Hop
Career History
Dance at PACE starting at Age 7
Competed in conventions like NYCDA, NUVO, Radix, and more
Was a part of her high school’s pom/kick team for 4 years
Fun Facts about Miss Presley
She has two mini weiner dogs named Bean and Frank.
She loves Taco Bell!
Her favorite color is pink!
Favorite Teaching Moment
“Watching typically shy dancers come out of their shell on stage!”
Ballet
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Ballet
Career History
Performed at NDA Nationals with the Wheeling Park Dance Team
Performed in Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
Participated in Point Park University’s Summer Dance Intensive
Fun Facts about Miss Kaylee
She’s a lefty!
Her favorite animal is the manatee.
She’s never tried any other sports. It’s always been all about dance!
Favorite Teaching Moment
“Watching kids leave at the end of the day with new knowledge and friends!”
Experienced.
Supportive.
Talented.
Professional.
STUDIO OWNER, Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Imagination Movers
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Owner - Ballet - Lyrical- Tap- Musical Theater -Imagination MoversCareer Highlights
Dance Masters of America certified to teach in Ballet & Jazz
More Than Just Great Dancing affiliated Studio Owner
Started dancing at 2 years old at Huntington Dance Theater in Classical Ballet technique
Experience in continued education and professional performance opportunities, including: Bone & Fiddle Dance Collective, United Dance Merchants of America, Dance Teacher Web Conference, Huntington Area Regional Theater, and more.
Fun Facts About Miss Kenzie
Her favorite color is GREEN! (But she LOVES pink too 😉)
She has tons of experience in the cheerleading industry before opening Studio 301.
She opened Studio 301 as a 16-year-old senior in high school!
Favorite Teaching Moment
“Every time I see a shy dancer light up the stage and come back next year even more comfortable in their personality.”
“My 3-year-old just started classes, and we’re obsessed already! She had the best time in her first class and has kept asking when she gets to go back. We love STUDIO 301.”
— Callie Hathaway
“Such a wonderful and great first dance experience! Everyone was very accepting and made my baby have the best dance class!”
— Molly Butcher
“We absolutely love Studio 301! My daughter had been dancing for years prior to coming to Studio 301, she has learned so much! But, more importantly to me than anything is that she has made friends and created her own little dance family which is something she had never experienced before. She is excited to go be with her friends and learn from older dancers. Prices are very affordable, and plenty of opportunities to try all kinds of dances.”
— Grace Hannon
WHAT FAMILIES ARE SAYING ABOUT US
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