About Us
We believe that the arts are for everyone, and hope to instill our love for dancing, music and movement into our little students. We provide our students with an environment that is open, caring, and supportive so each child can grow, learn, explore, and create. They will learn new ways to express themselves using their imaginations and creativity while having fun!
Kristen Conte, Director of Wiggle & Giggle, is a passionate educator and creative force dedicated to inspiring children through dance, music, and movement. A graduate of William Paterson University with a degree in psychology, Kristen has been deeply involved in the world of dance for over 20 years. Her extensive training spans ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip-hop, and theater dance, and she continually seeks opportunities to expand her skills and knowledge.
Kristen’s love for teaching shines through in her work with students of all ages, from preschoolers to adults. She has choreographed and taught countless individuals, helping them develop confidence, coordination, and a love for the arts. Her dream job has always been to nurture children’s growth, encouraging them to believe in themselves and explore their creativity.
Now, as a first-time author, Kristen is thrilled to bring her passion for movement to the literary world with her new children’s book, Wiggle Woods: Dance Class Duo. This delightful story follows forest friends as they discover the joy of dance and the power of confidence and friendship. Kristen is excited to share this new adventure and hopes it will inspire young readers and their families.
Under Kristen’s direction, Wiggle & Giggle continues to thrive, offering a wide range of enrichment programs, including yoga and dance, to schools and centers. She is also excited to welcome new teachers to the team, expanding the company’s ability to bring fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences to children. For Kristen, there’s no better way to spend her day than sharing her love for the arts and helping children shine.
Kristen’s love for teaching shines through in her work with students of all ages, from preschoolers to adults. She has choreographed and taught countless individuals, helping them develop confidence, coordination, and a love for the arts. Her dream job has always been to nurture children’s growth, encouraging them to believe in themselves and explore their creativity.
Now, as a first-time author, Kristen is thrilled to bring her passion for movement to the literary world with her new children’s book, Wiggle Woods: Dance Class Duo. This delightful story follows forest friends as they discover the joy of dance and the power of confidence and friendship. Kristen is excited to share this new adventure and hopes it will inspire young readers and their families.
Under Kristen’s direction, Wiggle & Giggle continues to thrive, offering a wide range of enrichment programs, including yoga and dance, to schools and centers. She is also excited to welcome new teachers to the team, expanding the company’s ability to bring fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences to children. For Kristen, there’s no better way to spend her day than sharing her love for the arts and helping children shine.
"A child sings before it speaks, dances almost before it walks. Music is in our hearts from the beginning."
~Pamela Brown
Why choose Wiggle & Giggle?
- Adding the arts to a child's education has so many wonderful benefits. Just a few being self expression, fine and gross motor development, coordination, rhythm, grace, fitness, discipline, self-confidence, and social interaction.
- Parents save money and time with the opportunity to incorporate extra enrichment activities like, dance instruction, and yoga skills into their child's school day.
- Our qualified teachers run the program completely, there is nothing for you to worry about.
- Your school is protected because we are fully insured for any potential injury that may be your concern in having a dance program at your school.
- We offer an excellent program in which you are able to offer creative arts putting you a step above the rest.
Customer Comments
"Wiggle & Giggle has been such a positive experience for my 2 1/2 year old! Keeping the process fun, my daughter was able to learn simple dance training and gain experience in an atmosphere that was encouraging. I was so happy that Wiggle & Giggle came to her school, it broke up the day (especially those rainy, inside days!) and she has enjoyed coming home to show me all of her new dance moves!!" Dance Parent - Hawthorne
"Miss Kristen has been bringing dance classes into our preschool since 2006. The kids can't wait for their dance day each week! Her classes are up beat, fun, and set to great music, so all the children have a blast! Kristen loves sharing her joy for dance with her students, and it is clear by their enthusiasm that they love it too! We look forward to all our new classes to come!!" Preschool Director - Bergenfield
"We have been working with Kristen of Wiggle and Giggle since 2015 and absolutely love working with her and her company! She offers fun, exciting, creative, and educational classes that our children just love! At our Early Education Center, we work with Wiggle and Giggle to offer, dance, yoga, and cooking. Kristen and her staff are kind and welcoming to all of our children, and our parents are very happy with the program as well. We plan on continuing to work with Kristen and Wiggle and Giggle for many many years." Preschool Director - Wayne
""The Wiggle & Giggle programs are some of the best we've ever had here, and I've tried so many different companies. Kristen really has a quality program and great lessons." Preschool Director - Ringwood
"You're here! I've been waiting for you, I'm so excited!" Pre-K Yoga Student - Oakland
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"Miss Kristen has been bringing dance classes into our preschool since 2006. The kids can't wait for their dance day each week! Her classes are up beat, fun, and set to great music, so all the children have a blast! Kristen loves sharing her joy for dance with her students, and it is clear by their enthusiasm that they love it too! We look forward to all our new classes to come!!" Preschool Director - Bergenfield
"We have been working with Kristen of Wiggle and Giggle since 2015 and absolutely love working with her and her company! She offers fun, exciting, creative, and educational classes that our children just love! At our Early Education Center, we work with Wiggle and Giggle to offer, dance, yoga, and cooking. Kristen and her staff are kind and welcoming to all of our children, and our parents are very happy with the program as well. We plan on continuing to work with Kristen and Wiggle and Giggle for many many years." Preschool Director - Wayne
""The Wiggle & Giggle programs are some of the best we've ever had here, and I've tried so many different companies. Kristen really has a quality program and great lessons." Preschool Director - Ringwood
"You're here! I've been waiting for you, I'm so excited!" Pre-K Yoga Student - Oakland
In the Media
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