Coach Allison and Coach Dee did such a wonderful job for our daughter's 6th birthday party. The…read morecoaches had great energy and the kids had an amazing time. The kids were so excited for every game and activity the coaches were playing. I was so impressed with how creative the coaches were with integrating the party's theme (Trolls movie) with the games and activities. Our daughter loves the Trolls so this made the party extra special. We mainly invited 5-6 year olds from my daughter's class and some younger siblings joined the party. The coaches had no problem interacting with the older kids along with including the younger kids. I also loved the flexibility of choosing any location for the party. We had the party at a local park and the Playball coaches brought all the necessary equipment for the games and activities. If you plan to throw a party with a lot of kids and need some help with entertainment and activities, Playball is a wonderful option. I really could not have hoped for a more successful celebration.

Excellent skills being taught by Elvis, one of the teachers there. I highly recommend you try this…read morefor your little ones. They will benefit so much from learning not only physical skills but social skills as well. Nancy the owner of play ball is doing an amazing job.

My child has been dancing here for 6 years now and still loves every minute. Summer dance camps…read more Tap, jazz, ballet, acro, hip hop and modern. As a city run program the classes are affordable and summer camp for $123 ?? So much fun and learning in a great environment !!

I took adult classes at Civic for a couple of years. While I enjoyed my instructor very much, I…read morebecame disenchanted with the amount of class time spent on working on a dance for the year end recital. And then are the costumes you have to buy. Perhaps they could offer non-performance classes, as well.

My husband found Creative Dance Theatre 3 years ago when we were looking to move to another studio…read moreafter aging out of the current school. I messaged with the owner and office manager and my child was able to attend a class to see if it was good fit. It was. First year they took tap/ballet and a yoga class. Year 2 was tap/ballet and cheer/pop, year 3 is ballet/contemporary and Acro. They have a wide variety of classes, with varying age groups, offered daily at various times, making it easy to find a class to fit your child's age and schedule. Because it is a small studio, it is a more personalized experience. Class sizes are a reasonable amount, the same teachers teach year to year, the owner and office manager are very responsive to emails (my primary way of communication). The school dance "year" follows SDUSD schedule. Starting in August and finishing in May. The yearly recital is held in May and is optional. If your dancer wants to participate they can, but if they prefer not to do they do not have to and their dance "year" ends at the end of the current payment cycle (end of February). In addition to dance classes during the year, they have added dance camps. They host birthday parties and have a summer session if kids want to dance during the summer. Since the summer classes are a shorter length of time it is a great time to try a type of dance that your dancer may not be as sure of. With that said if your child is at an age where they can do 2 different classes with an age range for example ballet/tap 4-6 years old or ballet/tap 6-9 years old if you start in one class and feel like your child would be a better fit in another you can swap. I think it is dependent upon the teacher agreeing. I feel like when we switched to this studio my child did the younger and older class and the teacher is like "they would be fine in either" so we selected the older aged class. The teachers do a great job of teaching a group of kids with varying experiences. They are patient and explain the dance steps and make recommendations or modifications based on the child. The classes are a stretch, warm up, dance and then dismissal. Since this is a non competitive school each child is met where they are and allowed to learn and grow at their own pace. The other thing, I have enjoyed as well as my child is that while there is an "adult" teacher there is also a "student" teacher. These are usually students who are in high school who also dance at the studio. Many of these student teachers have been dancing at CDT since they were the age of my child! Billing switched last year from monthly to 3 payments spread out at enrollment, November and February. If doing the block payments is an issue if you reach out to the owner and office manager they are very reasonable with finding payment terms that work with your family and budget. If you take multiple classes there is a 10% discount. The dress code is dance wear but they are very flexible in what the kids can wear. No pressure to buy from them or a certain studio. For ballet ( my child is not en pointe) I have ordered leotards and ballet shoes on Amazon. I also ordered tap shoes on Amazon, as at this age the size changes quickly. The studio even keeps a supply of shoes at the studio (usually previous dancers shoes in good condition) so if your child forgets them or maybe in between sizes you can "try before you buy." All of the information about the studio, pricing, classes, attire is found on their website. It is easy to communicate with the owner and office manager. If there was a downside I would say that it is not being able to communicate directly with your child's teacher if they might be absent (due to illness). I typically just email the office manager and owner and ask them to pass along the message but there have been some hiccups this year with some information being communicated and needing a response in one class but nothing was communicated in the other class. It was easily resolved by an email to the owner and office manager, and I understand they are busy managing a lot of teachers, kids, parents etc but it is truly the only compliant I can think of. If you live in the area, have a child in the area I highly recommend checking them out!

This studio is a great spot to help kids of all levels become comfortable with dancing! All of the…read morestaff are so welcoming, while providing the students a discipline of learning new skills. Rosie loves going to dance at this studio for the last five years!!!

Our son has done two camps and a "rising stars" show at SDMT Academy. If my son could, he'd be at…read moreSDMT Academy every day. I can't say enough good things about it. The level of instruction is top tier with professional training for singing, dance, and acting. The level of fun and comradery is so high that he's come away with friends he still hangs out with a year later. The best part for the kids is the show they put on at the end of the camps or the rising starts production. For the short amount of time they work on the show in the camps (longer for the production), the kids put on an amazing show that blows the audience away. Anyway, it checks all the boxes for me: fun, friends, learning, growth.

We absolutely loved Ms. Yuru's classes! She is kind, professional, fun, and incredibly interactive…read morewith the children. The classes were very hands-on and included wonderful sensory activities that kept my child engaged and learning through play. My child genuinely loved attending and looked forward to every class. It was so nice to see her having fun while practicing sensory skills, exploring, and interacting. Ms. Yuru creates such a welcoming and positive environment for little ones. I would definitely recommend her classes to other parents!

Our son started Ms. Yuru's class when he was just 7 months old. Looking back, finding her class and…read moreenrolling our son, was one of the best things we could have done for his growth and development. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed, supported, and truly cared for. Each class feels so creative and intentional. You can tell how much time, love, and effort Ms. Yuru puts into making every class engaging, interactive, and developmentally meaningful for the kids. As parents of a preemie, watching our son grow and thrive in her class has meant so much to us. We've seen him build confidence, reach important milestones, and become more curious and engaged week after week. He genuinely lights up during class, and as parents, there's nothing better than seeing your child so happy and excited to learn!! What makes the experience truly special is Ms. Yuru!! She is incredibly warm, patient, caring, and genuinely loves every child in her class. She creates such a positive and encouraging environment where every child (and parent) feels included and supported. It's so clear how much heart she brings into what she does, and we are beyond thankful for the impact she has had on our son and our family. Seeing so many parents return and re-enroll their children session after session is a true reflection of how meaningful, impactful, and beneficial Ms. Yuru's class has been for our children's growth and development. 1000/10 will recommend this class! A little bit of the structure of the class. The class meets once a week for 45 minutes, and every session is so thoughtfully planned. At the beginning of each session (which runs for 6 weeks), we receive a box (like the size of a medium sized shoe box) with instructions and materials of what to bring to class each week. Ms. Yuru does a great job of warning us of the potential hazards some of the materials pose so that we are extra careful when playing with our children at home. There is also a warning on the instructions inside the box for reassurance.

Children's Film Academy summer camps are incredible! Mr. V is an exceptional teacher who teaches…read moregenuine techniques and sparks creativity in his students, all while keeping things fun and playful. These camps are great for kids with a passion for cinematography, as well as those who are brand new to it. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Children's Film Academy is a place that allows kids to dream, play with cool tech, learn how to…read moretell stories, and feel proud when they see their ideas come alive on screen. The best part? Watching your child's eyes light up when they show you their very own movie at the end! Cinematography is a real magic that allows kiddos to turn all those big feelings and wonderful ideas in their head into something they can share with everyone. Thanks, Valente!

We were so fortunate to find this studio and our incredible teacher Liz Moyer. My daughter was a…read moretotal beginner and Liz made her feel comfortable and excited about singing. She helped my daughter build confidence and explore lots of different styles. Absolutely wonderful experience!

My 8 year-old has taken group piano classes this school year. I am really impressed with the novel…read moreapproach to teaching piano. Their approach is that playing piano is about rhythm and focusing on this percussive side of piano is essential to becoming a good player. Not only essential, but a lot of fun. My daughter loves practicing and going to class. She and her friends who attend together have fun playing the rhythm games even out of class.

Our daughter Ariana attended San Diego Academy of Ballet from the time she was four until about…read morefive and a half, and her experience there was truly wonderful. Her teacher, Kelsey, was patient, kind, and incredibly attentive, creating a calm and encouraging environment where young children could learn and grow with confidence. Ariana loved her classes and often talked about them at home, practicing movements and expressing genuine excitement about ballet. The teaching style struck a beautiful balance between structure and warmth, helping her build coordination, musicality, and a love for the art without pressure. We had to pause due to welcoming a newborn and a particularly busy season for our family, but we absolutely plan to return once things settle down. San Diego Academy of Ballet left a very positive impression on us, and we would happily recommend it to families looking for thoughtful, high-quality ballet instruction.

My daughter Raelyn attended here and we simply loved it! Ms Simone was as actually really nice and…read moremade sure my child felt seen and pushed her to her limits and beyond! being a military family going into this school my daughter had to make new friends and although she does well the staff did a great job making her transition smooth! Ms Simone holds the kids to a high standard as well as the parents and as long as your following policy and being prompt you will really enjoy this studio. The performances are beautiful and truly a work of art!