We love 4S Dance! We originally chose the studio because it was conveniently located, but it ended…read moreup being so much more than that. When we first joined, we weren't even looking for ballet. Our daughters enjoyed trying different styles like tap, Broadway jazz, and hip hop before finally deciding to try ballet - which they quickly fell in love with. One of the highlights of every year is the Nutcracker production. I love that even the youngest dancers get meaningful roles they are excited about. My daughters have so much fun participating and look forward to it year after year. What stands out most about 4S Dance is the culture. The older dancers are kind, welcoming, and encouraging to the younger students, creating a supportive environment that feels like a true community. I also appreciate the emphasis on age-appropriate choreography and costumes. We are so grateful to be part of the 4S Dance community and highly recommend it!

Still a wonderfully nurturing dance studio with immensely patient and dedicated teachers and staff…read more It's been 9 years, and the studio has grown in space and homegrown talent, which is evident in the ambitious goals the studio successfully executes each year. This is a ballet-based studio with a growing musical theater program, and fun recreational/non-competitive class offerings in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, hip hop and even pilates reformer. The ballet side includes a pre-pro program that is intended to nurture students with professional dance aspirations or just want to be in "club level" ballet (i.e. your young 9 year old kid will be there 2-3 times a week and your 12/13+ tween will be there 4/5 times a week multiple hours a day. Dancers participating in shows will have Saturday rehearsals). The AD has an annual assessment (for pre-pro students) to assess goals and steps needed to achieve them. Recently, many of these students have been invited to well known ballet SIs, including PNB, PBT, SAB, and ABT. The AD further supports their school/ballet balance and many of the pre-pro dancers have been waived out of PE through OCIS (Off Campus Independent Study). Annually, the staff presents "the Nutcracker" where all roles (except 1-2 adult male roles, which are professionally filled) are casted by their classically trained students. Over the last 3 years, they've also presented a shorter storybook ballet of similar caliber. Every year we've been here, there has been an end of year recital series, which is the main opportunity for the non-ballet students to present what they've learned in choreographed pieces. The studio has grown to include a musical theater program, which also provides opportunities to shine in "Mini Musicals". Yes, the hallways can be a little "extra", but that's what happens when students love the place so much that they are there for multiple classes in the afternoons, and on rehearsal weekends. And yes, dance can be pricey, but my experience is that the rec level classes are comparable to any other rec level activity my other kid has done with *professional* teachers, it's obviously more expensive than little league or soccer which are volunteer coached. Further, pricing is on a tiered structure, where "the more classes you take, the cheaper your 5th, 6th, 7th, etc class is." And yes - sounds nuts, but many of the pre-pro kids love it there enough that they're there for that many classes. Lastly, I didn't realize how grateful I am for this until my daughter got older, but the owners refuse to allow revealing costumes and uniforms. You'll find the students in leotards/tights, athleisure wear, and tasteful recital costumes - not a booty short or bra/crop top in sight, as I wish dance culture would be. Overall, a great place to be for those with professional ballet aspirations (and who want to be challenged appropriately), or who want to learn other styles for enjoyment without the expectation to compete.

The staff at Step x Step has been exceptional! Over the past three years and 10 classes between…read moreboth our daughters, we've truly loved every instructor. The costumes are always tasteful, the choreography is consistently age-appropriate in a world that tends to push kids to grow up too quickly, and--most importantly--our girls look forward to dance every single week. On a more personal note, our oldest daughter went through a difficult medical journey where she experienced severe frontal lobe volume loss and significant memory challenges. During her recovery, her neurology team encouraged us to find an activity that could help rebuild memory and strengthen new neural pathways. We decided to try Step x Step, and it has been one of the biggest blessings for her healing. The team met her exactly where she was, encouraged her with patience and compassion, and helped her rediscover confidence in herself. She has grown so much--not only as a dancer but as a person. We will forever be grateful for this studio and the love they pour into every student.

Amazing! I grew up at this studio and now my nieces dance here and love it. Best teachers, best…read moreclasses, so fun and the owner Ryane is amazing. Recitals are excellent!

If you're looking for the perfect place to learn to dance for any occasion, Danelle's studio in…read moreCarmel Mountain is it! This studio instantly makes you feel like family as soon as you walk in the door. Emily and Emma make the classes and privates not only fun, but very engaging with easy-to-follow instructions. They go above and beyond by providing videos so you can continue practicing at home or staying late to go over anything that wasn't clear. Special shoutout to Emily and her stellar knowledge paired with great energy! She took me and my fiancé from looking like confused penguins at a disco to dancing like Beyonce and Michael Jackson in 4 weeks. Well, maybe not that good, but she gave us that level of confidence to dance at our wedding! I cannot recommend this place enough!!

Different from other dance studios this one demands you take private lessons instead of being able…read moreto simply join group classes. The actual pricing is not listed anywhere; they only keep repeating their "special intro offer". I tried stopping by to ask some more questions but could not get inside because an unleashed dog was blocking the dance floor there.

We love this place! Our son has some special needs and the staff here is super personable and…read morecaring, making him feel welcome and accepted while he gets great exercise and all his wiggles out. Additionally, they are partners with SDRC, which is great from financial support standpoint. I highly recommend Gyminny Kids 4s to any parent looking to find a supportive environment where your kid(s) can get exercise, make friends and learn some valuable skills.

My wife and I have two daughters, Noemi and Nicole, who have been going to Gyminny Kids 4S Ranch…read morefor over a year and they love it! The coaches are amazing - patient, encouraging, and truly invested in the kids. They make gymnastics fun while helping the girls build real confidence, strength, and skills. The facility is always clean and welcoming. We've seen both girls grow so much, not just in gymnastics but in their self-assurance. We're so grateful for the wonderful staff. Highly recommend it to any family. We couldn't be happier!

It had been about 25 years since I last touched a ballet barre. After three adult beginner classes…read moreso far, I want to yelp my awesome experience with Southern California Ballet. I'm not a dance mom (yet). Just an older gal dancing in her socks at this conveniently located studio. Our class is a wonderful range of ages and women. I love that. We may giggle as we fumble the steps and lose our balance... but the class offers exactly what it needs to offer. Fun and movement. Me and about 14 others signed up via the Poway Adult School... but the studio offers drop in classes directly as well. I really hope to try them - they just don't jive with my mommy and work schedule like the Thursday am class has. But I'm hopeful they add more classes or I can somehow make it work. This class has been such a reawakening. When you dance as a child and young adult... and quit... you don't have many outlets for enjoying it after the classes and recitals stop. You don't round up the friends like you do for a game of golf or basketball. Enter... the adult dance class. Boom. Toby, our teacher, is wonderful. He is easy-going and clearly talented. I liked the neat little background he gave us on ballet too. The music is a fun mix of contemporary songs disguised in ballet music. Fun. So much better than I remember as a kid. While I do have some lingering memories of dance... my joints and muscles are in a complete state of disrepair. Frankly, it makes me extra happy to be in the beginner's class. At times it is a bit of a whirlwind, but with continued repetition it sinks in. "Osmosis" as Toby says. So I try not to worry about the terms. I just enjoy each class, the break in my chaotic day... and dance (in between the hip cramps and forgotten steps).

We love Black Mountain Dance. They are a non-competition ballet only program starting at the age…read moreof 3. They take their ballet seriously and are excellent at teaching little girls about proper poise and posture. Ms. Katie is a wonderful teacher with the right mix of stern and playful in working with 3 & 4 year old kids.

Everything!!!! The dance instructors are expertly trained to…read moremake dancing "joyful" for everyone. I recommend for any couple to dance and increase their intimacy and enjoyment for each other. Don't put this experience on the back burner. Get out and let go in a very safe and supportive environment.

Fernando is a highly skilled and professional dance instructor. He is patient, encouraging, and…read moremakes learning to dance so much fun! The entire staff is amazing, I highly recommend if you are looking for dance lessons at any level.

Excellent place to learn to dance. Opening studio in RB and a Groupon ad got us back to a dance…read morefloor again after a long break. RB location has been very convenient for us, Brian has been a great teacher and we have had fun and gained confidence to dance with anyone. Nice studio, just needs more people to join the classes. Web site looks good but could be a little more logical. Thanks!

Previously a ballroom studio owned by a Polish couple, this place is now one of 3 A Time To Dance…read morestudio locations in San Diego - and a good place to learn to dance if you are in the area. The studio itself is a bit hard to find, but has a nice dance floor and plenty of free parking. This is also the place oven chosen for Saturday San Diego Salsero Social events - attracting many of those on performance dance teams (so there is also usually a lesson and some kind of show in addition to social dancing).