JLP's Leap of Faith Dance Studio

08/30/2026

We strive to make things easy for you! Here is a GET STARTED GUIDE 💜

1. Classes organized by age group
2. How to register
3. Payment and policies

08/30/2026

The stage. The lights. The teammates beside you. The confidence that comes from doing something you LOVE. ❤️

At JLP’s Leap of Faith Dance Studio, we’re not just teaching choreography—we’re building confidence, friendships, determination, and memories that last far beyond the stage.

💫 Your dancer’s journey can start right here.
Classes available for a variety of ages and experience levels.

Come dance with us and see where your Leap of Faith can take you! 🩰✨

Registration is open—join the LOF family today! 💕

08/28/2026

Our youngest dancers learn so much from dance 💜

08/27/2026

Register for dance today 💜

08/26/2026

Come dance with us 💜

Classes start September 14th ✨

Schedule and registration info in the comments 👇🏻

08/02/2026

🍂 The Wait is Over… Our 2026–2027 Fall Schedule is Here! 💜🩰

We are thrilled to announce our 22nd Dance Season at JLP’s Leap of Faith Dance Studio! For 22 incredible years, we’ve been blessed to share our love of dance with families throughout our community, and we can’t wait to welcome returning dancers and new faces for another unforgettable season.

Whether your child dreams of twirling in ballet, tapping across the floor, shining in jazz, hip hop, lyrical, poms, musical theater, or trying dance for the very first time, there’s a place for them here! 💙

✨ Classes begin the week of September 14, 2026.

📣 new this year TUMBLJNG, brought to you by a certified tumbling coach👐

At Leap of Faith, we’re more than just a dance studio—we’re a family. We believe in building confidence, friendships, discipline, and a lifelong love of dance in a positive, encouraging environment.

📅 Check out our new fall schedule and our online registration platform is live via jackrabbit. 🚨New interested dancers, email us at [email protected] to start your jackrabbit account.

🌐 Visit JLP's Leap of Faith Dance Studio⁠ for more information.

Come dance with us this season… we can’t wait to welcome you to our dance family! 💜

08/02/2026

06/20/2026

🌟 RECITAL DAY IS HERE! 🌟

Today we proudly present our 21st Annual Dance Recital, Hidden Happiness! After months of hard work, rehearsals, and dedication, it's finally time to celebrate our incredible dancers.

📍 Richmond High School Auditorium
35320 Division Road
Richmond, MI 48063

🩰 SHOW TIMES
✨ Show 1 – 9:00 AM
✨ Show 2 – 12:00 PM
✨ Competitive Showcase – 2:30 PM

⏰ ARRIVAL TIMES

⭐ Show 1 dancers:
Arrive between 8:00–8:30 AM
Studio warm-up on stage from 8:30–8:45 AM

⭐ Show 2 dancers:
Arrive between 11:00–11:30 AM
Studio warm-up on stage from 11:30–11:45 AM

⭐ Competitive Showcase dancers:
Arrive between 1:30–2:00 PM
Studio warm-up on stage from 2:00–2:15 PM

💙 IMPORTANT REMINDERS

**all dancers will be wearing black leggings for production with their recital tshirt

• Dancers must enter through the front entrance and check in at the table located on the left side of the auditorium.
• Arrive dressed in your first costume with hair and makeup complete.
• Hair should be a middle part with a low bun unless otherwise instructed by your teacher.
• Please ensure all costumes, shoes, tights, and accessories are clearly labeled with your dancer's name.
• Costume bags should include your dancer's name, class name, and performance number to assist our volunteers.
• Bring clear drinks and non-messy snacks. Please remember we are a nut-free studio.
• An oversized button-up or old shirt makes a great costume cover-up while waiting.
• A garment bag or duffel bag is the best way to keep everything organized.

💐 Flowers will be available for purchase today for $20 and programs may be picked up at the ticket booth in the front lobby.

📸 Please remember there is NO flash photography or videotaping during performances. Mixer L.L.C. will be professionally recording the recital.

💙 To our parents and families—thank you for trusting us with your children and for supporting them every step of the way.

💙 To our volunteers—thank you for helping keep our dancers safe and making this day possible.

Please be patient during check-out as it may take a few extra minutes for volunteers to gather dancers and their belongings. Dancers will only be released to a parent unless alternate arrangements have been made at check-in.

Most importantly, enjoy every moment. These memories will last a lifetime.

Let's celebrate the joy, friendships, and hidden happiness found through dance. ✨

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06/19/2026

As a reminder tickets cannot be
purchased at recital, they must be
purchased in advance!

Ticket links 🔗 are not valid.
Last minute tickets will be available until 7am Saturday.

Please message Mrs. Laura 586-557-4390

06/19/2026

🎭 IT'S DRESS REHEARSAL DAY! 🎭

Today we step onto the stage and begin bringing Hidden Happiness to life! We can't wait to see all of our dancers shine.

✨ To our dancers:
• Trust yourself.
• Smile big.
• Support one another.
• Most importantly—have FUN!

💙 To our parents:
Thank you for the countless rides, costume changes, hair buns, encouragement, and love you've poured into your dancers this season. We couldn't do this without you.

💙 To our volunteers:
Thank you for helping everything run smoothly and for caring for our dancers backstage.

📍 Richmond High School Auditorium
35320 Division Road
Richmond, MI 48063

⏰ DRESS REHEARSAL SCHEDULE – Friday, June 19

⭐ Competitive Showcase Rehearsal
12:00 PM–2:30 PM
Production will run promptly at 12:15 PM.
All competitive dancers must attend rehearsal for both Show 1 and Show 2 Production numbers.

⭐ Alice in Wonderland Cecchetti Ballet Production
2:45 PM–3:15 PM

⭐ Show 1 Rehearsal
3:30 PM–5:30 PM
Production runs promptly at 3:30 PM.
Students may leave once their final dance is complete.

⭐ Show 2 Rehearsal
5:45 PM–7:45 PM
Production runs promptly at 5:45 PM.
Students may leave once their final dance is complete.

⭐ Daddy Daughter – 7:45 PM
⭐ Dad's Tap – 8:00 PM
⭐ Mom's Hip Hop – 8:15 PM

🩰 REMINDERS

• Arrive dressed in your FIRST costume.
• Bring labeled costume bags for dancers with multiple dances.
• Pack nut-free snacks and drinks.
• Please send a cover-up shirt to protect costumes while eating.
• Be patient as we work through lights, sound, and stage spacing for the first time.
• Hair should be a middle part with a low bun unless your teacher has given different instructions.
• No recital tickets will be sold at rehearsal or recital.
• Flowers will be available on recital day for $20 each.
• Recital T-shirts, medals, and certificates can be picked up at the front of the stage today.

⚠️ Production dancers should wear the 2026 recital T-shirt with black leggings for recital day only. Recital T-shirts WILL NOT be worn for dress rehearsal.

Tonight we'll finish rehearsal, and tomorrow we'll celebrate all that these dancers have accomplished.

Let's make some memories! 💙