Learn the magic of dance at Saipan Studio

Saipan Studio dance students are seen executing a dance move during one of their lessons in the Saipan Studio dance class in Middle Road. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)

Saipan Studio, a dance studio led by instructor Jasmine Liang, teaches the magic of dance through professional dance education to children and adults alike.

The dance studio primarily teaches various forms of dance including ballet, jazz, and modern to young children ages 4-16 and to adults as well. They also have studio space available for those looking to practice on their own. They seasonally have adult exercise and yoga classes available. 

Saipan Studio dance students are seen following along with dance instructor Jiaxin Liang, front right, during one of their performances in the Taste of Marianas. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)

For the dance classes, the schedule is every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm, for children aged 4 to 6; Thursday from 8:30am to 9:30am for adults, and 3:30pm to 4:30pm for children aged 4 to 6; Friday, from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for children ages 10 to 16; and Saturday from 9am to 10:30am for children aged 7 to 10, while from 10:30am to 12:30pm are for children aged 10 to 16 years old. 

The dance studio is located on the second floor above Kylie’s Bakeshop and across from Eucon International School along Middle Road.

Liang, wife and mother of two, started her dance career at the age of 4 in China. 

Saipan Studio is located on the second floor above Kylie’s Bakeshop and across from Eucon International School along Middle Road. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)

She brings six years of professional dance training from Sichuan Dancing School and has completed an undergraduate degree with a dual major in education and dance from Southwest University, in Chongqing, China. 

Liang is also one of the youngest people to be recognized by the China Dancers Association, which granted her a national certification to train and certify new dance teachers. She is regularly requested to appear on national television as a judge for dance competitions. She was recognized as a business leader and invited to an international convention for business collaboration and innovation in Chongqing, China, because of her contribution to art development in the city.

She continues teaching her passion of dance through her studio, which she opened in March of this year, and hopes to brighten the lives of young women in the CNMI through the magic of dance.

Liang moved to Saipan in 2016 and has since then worked closely with the Saipan Mayor’s Office, Marianas Visitors Authority, the CNMI Women’s Association, and the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs. 

She performs with her students at least every three months, with her students having performed during the Flame Tree Arts Festival, Taste of the Marianas, and Fiesta Fridays held at the NMI Museum Grounds, among other events. She looks forward to her dance students performing in Guam in the near future. 

For more information and class prices, contact Liang at (670)-989-3303 or email her at JiaxinLiang33@gmail.com.