The staff is wonderful and spent extra time to make sure our kids were in the right classes!read more

We've been a part of this studio for years, and we absolutely love it. The sense of community here…read moreis incredible, thanks to Miss Kellie's vision and leadership. From the dedicated teachers to the supportive students and parents, everyone is driven and encouraging, creating an environment that's truly special!

Great place, I felt comfortable as a beginner and the instructor are great teachers and patientread more

Wow, it has been years since I've written a review, yet I feel strongly enough to do so today…read more My daughter has been going to Academy 831 for the past year or so, and she started when she was around 4 years old. In the beginning, I enjoyed having my daughter here because there are big windows where I can see how she is doing, and the place is clean and spacious enough to not feel crowded. That is still the case, and the front staff is very friendly, accommodating, and informative with everything that goes on at this studio. I have had very little interaction with the owner so I can't speak to that, but overall this place seemed like a good fit for the past year or so. However, over the past 6 months or so, I've noticed a change in my child's behavior when it comes to participating in dance class. I believe that difficult situations can make my kid stronger in most regards, so I chose to observe rather than pull her out of dance as soon as she wanted. I am able to take my daughter to dance class every other Wednesday, and what I've observed is a complete lack of empathy, compassion, and kindness from Miss Megan, one of the dance teachers that teaches on Wednesday's from 5-6 pm. Over the course of a few months, I noticed some instances that I kind of brushed off as structure and a part of the growth process; but now that I look back on it, I was so very wrong. Some instances include: when my kid was having a bloody nose before dance class and she wanted to come out to blow her nose during class, Miss Megan did not allow her to. When my kid said she needed to use the restroom, Miss Megan did not allow her to. I have heard Miss Megan say, "you're fine, you don't need your Mommy" on multiple occasions. Yesterday, was my final straw. Yesterday, my kid was having a rough day. She fell during class, and she had a noticeable cry out. She looked like it hurt her to continue. I opened the class door to say "what happened?" Miss Megan said "oh she just fell, she's fine." Did Miss Megan physically walk over to check on her? No. Later on towards the class, my kid got her finger slammed by the door while going into the classroom after changing into her tap shoes. She immediately fell to the floor. While I'm holding my 2 year old, I yell out to my husband to go help my child who is on the floor in tears from the pain. Where is Miss Megan? Sitting on her bottom. The only thing she moved were her eyes. Not even a single intent to move her body to check on an injured child. This speaks volumes to how much she cares about the children she "teaches." Thank you to the owner, Christa (I'm gathering from yelp review replies), for offering an ice pack, as I'm fumbling to try to get a cold water bottle from the vending machine, and a bandaid for my inconsolable child. My kid's finger has a huge cut and her nail is black and blue, I wouldn't be surprised if the nail falls off during the healing process. I'd like this to serve as a reminder. These "dance teachers" are teaching CHILDREN. Children have immature brains and cannot process situations easily. They need to feel safe and nurtured and they need to feel like their basic needs can be met easily, such as having the freedom to use the bathroom when they need to or find their Mommy to blow their nose if they can't breathe through it. We will be finishing up this "season" of dance because my kid likes to perform, and we will be looking for a new studio that has a little more compassion and passion for teaching children. I'm a pediatric provider, and this is 100% NOT the way we should be treating our kids. As long as Miss Megan is a teacher at this school, there is no place for my children here.

look no further, this is it for R&B. I took the R&B class here for months and it was pure fire. I…read morewould take a two hour drive all the way from Malibu to get here, the only conflict recently is that I now work closing hours . As a dude that is whiter then sour cream and can't dance to anything this helped me become a much better dancer. I wanted to try R&B since I have found it fascinating on social media the attention it gets and it's a great way to impress the ladies without saying a word. It's like a combination of slow hip hop and breakdancing. It feels daunting in the beginning but Rey walks you through all the steps and explains the technique behind each individual complex move. He takes a move that looks impossible to do and he makes it possible to do for an average guy like me. I would without a doubt call Alejandro Rey the Royce Gracie of R&B since he truly has a deep love for the music and you can clearly see that through his teaching. He doesn't only instruct but he travels and performs R&B consistently around the country so there is no better teacher you could ask for since he is always sharpening his skills. Never had a mundane class, each one is unique and you will always learn something new to add onto your dance tool belt. One thing I like about Rey is that he will change a move on the spot to fit the music. You will learn a complex R&B routine and if one detail is off or can be made better Rey will throw in some really cool move so there is no wasted space in the song. Also you will see professional R&B dancers taking the class with you. It's kind of a trip because you will see these guys on tiktok or instagram weeks prior and on a Wednesday night they're right next to you in class learning from the best. R&B also bleeds into other areas of dance and builds confidence within yourself because it's not easy to perform in front of others. When you consistently show up you get consistently better and slowly you consistently becoming more confident with yourself since you are doing stuff you never thought you would be able to do. For me that was the most important aspect since I started talking to people (ladies) that I was too shy to talk to before. Also I know that I can do a dance most guys have a hard time doing but Rey was able to guide me through the weeds of it. Lastly Rey has couple R&B which is the perfect date. Take your lady here and the car ride home will be much different.

The owner of this studio only cares about money. She doesn't care about her dancers or the fact…read morethey are children. If you want a place where your daughter will thrive and grow as a dancer this is not the place. She belittles the kids and humiliates them in front of the class. Clearly this lady has never taken a class in child development. She stuck in her ways of tearing down girls to build her own ego.

This is the best dance company in So Cal. If you have a dancer or a desire to dance do yourself or…read moreyour child a favor and take them to So Cal Dance Academy...The icing on the cake is the office staff they give a feeling of family.

Ms. Jackie and all of the teachers here are the absolute best. My daughter has been dancing at this…read morestudio for 4 years and every single staff member makes us feel like family. There are multiple styles of dance taught and classes are very affordable. Even the Moms and Dads dance! How many studios have that much involvement and enthusiasm from the parents? Not many! I was shocked to see a negative review. But then I saw similar reviews written by the same person and noticed a very negative pattern. This dance studio is fantastic, plain and simple. If you want a great experience and a warm, welcoming environment, then come and see for yourself.

My three daughters have been dancing with the teachers at Studio J for the past 13 years, and we…read moretruly feel like part of the family. The love and dedication these teachers pour into their students is unmatched. Now 11, 15, and 16, my girls have grown so much--not just as dancers, but as people. They've learned discipline, teamwork, time management, commitment and built friendships that will last a lifetime. My two older daughters now dance competitively in high school, and their training at Studio J prepared them for it all. The new location is beautiful--such a fresh, fun space that the dancers are excited to be in. It's so special to see the studio grow under a teacher who helped shape my girls from a very young age. We couldn't imagine being anywhere else!

This studio has been such a special place for my daughter. In just one year, she's grown so…read moremuch--not only as a dancer, but in confidence and friendships, too. I've watched her believe in herself more, push her limits, and fall in love with dance even more. The teachers are incredibly kind and truly care about each student. We're so grateful to be part of this amazing dance family.

If you've ever been curious about pole dancing but felt intimidated, this is the perfect place to…read morestart. The beginner series is a thoughtful introduction, the instructors are compassionate and knowledgeable, and the studio is always clean and welcoming. There are four poles, and while you sometimes share, it's part of the fun! You learn from each other, and the teachers keep everything safe and inclusive at every level. What makes this studio special is the way it builds not just strength, but confidence and connection to your femininity. I've been coming for 2.5 years and have been amazed at how capable I've become and how supported I feel. Jenny, the owner, keeps the curriculum fresh and there are monthly members-only workshops that deepen your practice and teach you the coolest moves. Personally, this studio has been life-changing. After a miscarriage, it gave me a safe place to heal, and years later I was able to celebrate my twin pregnancy here at my baby shower here! It's been a source of strength, joy, and empowerment through every season of my life. If you're on the fence, just try the 3 classes!!! It's not just fitness, it's community and a beautiful way to reconnect with yourself.

I absolutely love this studio ! I use to live nearby so I would come frequently. I moved 30 min…read moreaway and just recently started doing some open workouts to practice. I've tried studios other than inversion but the vibe just isn't the same as here. The girls and atmosphere are immaculate. I've never felt so comfortable and confident to just be myself. I'm never scared to try new things here. The staff is professional, energetic, and motivating. They dim the lights upon request during open workouts and often let you choose your own music. If you're looking for a fun hobby then this is it ! Plus my body has never felt stronger ! Thanks to everyone that works here !

There's definitely something to be said about a place whose positive reviews are from family…read moremembers. If all the mothers who have left this studio came on here and posted a review this studio would be shut down due to things like verbal abuse, and discrimination. How would you like to have your kid enrolled in a studio where they called ugly behind their back or fat to their face? Where their physical appearance gets criticized? Yeah, me neither. That's why we left and so many others. Beware of this place. It's cheap, but you get what you pay for.

Just would like to say that the ladies at the front are not very welcoming. putting myself in…read moresomeone's shoes that's new to the world of dance, I would hate it based on this experience. Don't think it's kind or wise to treat people with attitude especially if you own the business.

I 100% recommend Uptown School of Dance!! If your looking to…read moreput your child into dance this is definitely the place to be. My daughter & two nieces dance here. This will be our 2nd dance season with Uptown. My daughter is in cheer & hip hop. The teachers and staff always make the kids feel super comfortable. I love how when my daughter could be having a hard day, they are able to encourage & uplift her to participate and join in on the fun. Super grateful for all the amazing staff. Miss Alanna is so sweet! You definitely feel like part of the dance family here :) can't wait for more season/events with Uptown.

We trust this studio with three of our girls. It's family friendly environment that has SO many…read moredifferent opportunities for dancers to grow and challenge themselves.