Dutchess School of Performing Arts is a premium dance studio in Poughkeepsie, New York, offering ballet, tap, Irish step, and contemporary instruction. Opened in 2013 under the artistic direction of Denyse Looney, the studio emphasizes small class sizes, a non-competitive environment, and strong technical training. Its faculty includes experienced professional dancers with backgrounds ranging from professional ballet companies to Broadway tap and Riverdance, providing personalized instruction for dancers of all levels and interests.