There is a reason why this store has such good reviews. The staff is kind, friendly, and welcoming…read more They took time to explain the difference between jazz shoes, and they helped with color matching a pair of tights for my daughter. It was 100% worth the drive from Martinez. We will only be going to A1 for dance supplies from now on.

It's so great to have a dance supply/outfit store in Castro Valley. We've gotten tap and ballet…read moreshoes for our kid here and the staff is always nice and accommodating.

I took my daughter for her first pointe shoe fitting in the San Francisco location with Elseana…read moreyesterday. We had a great experience! Elseana was very friendly and welcoming when we first arrived. She took her time to examine the fit of different pointe shoes on my daughter's foot to make sure it was comfortable. She also took her time to explain how to maintain the pointe shoe, how to use the extra inserts/covers needed to protect her toes, when it would be time to replace them, etc. They also sell the sewing kit and straps for the pointe shoe. They also sell stockings and regular ballet shoes. Thanks Elseana for a wonderful experience for my daughter's first Pointe shoe fitting! Tip: Set aside extra time to find parking because it's only street parking available.

My daughter had her first pair of pointe shoes fitted here several months ago. It was all so…read moreamazing with all those new shoes and excitement. Don't get carried away. We just discovered yesterday at a different shop that she was poorly fitted, and that her shoes have told a story of wrongly fitted shoes and frustration about her own competency and strength on the shoe. The fitter at a different shop educated us, something the Pointe Shop did not do. The fitter at the other store spent 1.5 hours with us. I remember getting booted out pretty fast at the Pointe Shop because there was someone else coming into the shop. There was no detail, no instructions, no seriousness around the pointe experience. This is not entirely the shop's fault. I blame the studio AND the fitter. Dancers come and go. Kids quit. Little girls just want to look pretty in their pointe shoes, right? I get it. It's business. If you are not a former ballerina mom, then make sure, MAKE SURE, that the studio has educated you thoroughly about the commitment and care because the fitter at the Pointe Shop doesn't. I must have spent thousands of dollars on my daughter's dance education but it has now occurred to me after 12 years that not all dance schools or shops care about the kids. We parents are just dollar signs. So make sure you have a good teacher/studio, and if you don't, then advocate/demand that the fitter takes care and educates your dancer instead of just selling her some shoes. Walk out if she doesn't. I didn't know any better, and they knew it. I've fortunately changed studios and fitters after discovering all this.

I am so fed up with the Pointe shop and came to yelp to give them a negative review but instead…read moredecided to positively review the places I like, like Dancer Dejour. I was surprised to see the low rating for Dancer Dejour but like someone else said, it looks like all the negative reviews are for a previous owner which brought down its rating. I'm glad to talk about the new owner. She is available by text and when I needed pointe shoes ASAP (same day) when all other stores were sold out, she was there for me, thank God! It's Nutcracker season and we need these shoes. Her prices are also comparable to online stores if you pay cash which is amazing. Thank you so much Dancer Dejour!

My daughter and I looked up dance supply stores on the SF Peninsula when the place closest to our…read morehome was closed on Mondays. The owner was friendly & helpful on the phone. When we arrived we were pleasantly surprised at the large selection of dance shoes & clothing. My daughter chose 2 pairs of half soles-a canvas pair & a leather pair, as well as a bra with interchangeable clear or nude straps for her recital costumes. I was surprised when she told us the total. Our usual store has higher prices. Even though this store is further from home for us, my daughter & I decided this is our new dance store. It'a in a beautifui neighborhood, in a little strip mall with cute restaurants and a market. The owner was super patient and really helpful assisting her with brand info for picking the best fit for both the shoes and the bra. We will definitely be back.

In a time when small, independent dance stores are disappearing, this place shines -- and you can…read morefeel the love and care the moment you walk in. Jacqueline, the owner, brings true heart to the store, and it shows in every detail. As a professional dancer with over 20 years in the field, I can say this: there is a huge difference between ordering gear online or walking into a chain store vs. being welcomed into a space like this -- where your pointe shoes are properly fitted, your dancer feels excited to be there, and there's a kind of quiet magic in the air that only a well-loved, well-run dance shop can offer. I'll be recommending Bay Area Dancewear to my own students and to directors I work with. It's in a very accessible location for dancers and families throughout the Bay. Go visit. Walk in. See how it feels. I think it'll speak for itself.

Excellent shop with very friendly and responsive staff. They were quick to respond to phone…read moremessages and made sure I got the perfect fit for my dance shoes. Staff was extremely kind and knowlegeable, catching fit issues I didn't notice and figuring out solutions. This expertise and care is something you cannot get from online shopping! I am so thankful to have a shop like this nearby!

Kind staff and great service…read more Dance shoes are a hard find and I was able to call ahead to ask about some shoes. When I arrived, staff already set the shoes aside for me without my having to ask since I mentioned I would drop by. I was able to pickup a pair of leather dance shoes at a great price and was introduced to a few other options. I recommend this spot and would be back :)

Great service, super kind owner. Julia was very helpful. Great selection of dance shoes and…read moreleotards. We love a family business!

Great selection and service! This location is open…read more "We are Open! We're thrilled to announce that SF Dance Gear has acquired Contra Costa Dancewear, bringing our passion for dancewear to the East Bay. Our new Walnut Creek location at 675 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Ste B104, will be opening soon. We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure a smooth transition. Our team is dedicated to providing the same exceptional service and high-quality products you've come to expect. We can't wait to welcome you to our new store and embark on this exciting journey together. Stay tuned for updates on our opening date and special promotions. In the meantime, feel free to visit our San Francisco location at 551 Hayes St. For more information, visit our website at sfdancegear.com. You can start shopping now at sfdancegear.com If you have any questions please email our team info@sfdancegear.com Thank you for being a valued part of our dance community. Warm regards, The SF Dance Gear Team"

no idea what's going on with the studio. i dropped by today May 30th, and it appears that nobody…read morehas been in the studio for quite some time as there is a pile of mail on the floor and the sign on the door says that the store will reopen early may. the hours on yelp/google/the studio itself do not align at all either.i hope the studio does reopen as it was a great place to try on shoes and get appropriately fitted.