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    Lisa Taylor Academy Of Ballet & Dance Arts - Small class sizes mean each student gets the individual attention they need to do their best work.

    Lisa Taylor Academy Of Ballet & Dance Arts

    4.3(6 reviews)
    1.1 miHertel Avenue, North Buffalo

    going there for ballet currently as an adult and i love it!! i was worried because I've been to…read moremany adult fitness classes where it feels like the instructors look down on you for not being in tip-top shape, but this environment is encouraging, welcoming, and fun! really enjoying my time here and looking forward to growing stronger as a dancer. it's very laid back with no recitals unless you choose to train for one outside of class

    I've been an adult student of Lisa's for over 15 years. My daughter also started dancing at the…read morestudio when she became old enough and stayed until she left for college. Now that she has returned to WNY, she's back in the studio enjoying her lifelong passion for dancing and helping with administrative responsibilities. Lisa's students often return as adults and many send their children to the studio, too. Many of Lisa's students have gone on to dance professionally and she trains dance teachers from many of the local surrounding schools. Lisa has a strong reputation for training students to perform with the most exquisite technique. She teaches students to avoid the bad habits that can form in early years that will prevent them from advancing in later years. Students learn to love ballet as an art form and as an expression of oneself, to appreciate the beautiful lines created by body and movement and to develop strong technique which is critical for a professional career or for long-term recreational dance. The atmosphere within the studio is one of rich values: Respect for yourself, respect for others, teamwork, and leadership. Students are encouraged to help each other, for example, by demonstrating or teaching steps or working offline on pieces of choreography together. Students rise to high expectations and are accountable to be focused, kind, and hard working. Everyone is respected, supported, included as part of the team and have similar opportunities. Diversity and inclusion is encouraged, practiced, and expected of everyone. Contrary to another Yelp recommendation, Lisa does not promote or discuss any particular religion or religious views. There are families and students of all different faiths, beliefs, and backgrounds. This is exactly the environment where you want your children to learn and understand that each individual is unique and appreciate our individual differences. Lisa challenges students to strive for personal excellence who are open to growth. She expects them to be competent, confident, supportive of others, and committed to their study of ballet. She encourages everyone to set high personal standards in order to achieve their full potential. We are reminded to be grateful for our abilities and achievements and yet to strive to do and be more. Through Lisa's Apprentice Program students have the opportunity to develop their own leadership skills and qualities. Students are taught how to formally assist others in learning ballet, gradually given more responsibility as class assistants and eventually invited to step up and lead class. Through the "Lisa Taylor Dancers" performance group, students have an opportunity to showcase their abilities in a community service-oriented program. Performances are offered to (among others) schools, nursing homes, and in conjunction with other community groups. This provides education and exposure to the performing arts in a fun venue to elementary school children, residents of health care facilities and is used as fund raisers for other non-profit organizations. It helps teach students to give back to the community through themselves. Lisa is a leader, a role model, and a mentor. She is always going above and beyond for her students by creating curriculum, programs, opportunities, and performance venues for her students. She creates an expressive, healthful opportunity for all people to explore and enjoy movement through dance.

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    Lisa Taylor Academy Of Ballet & Dance Arts - Intermediate students studying at the barre

    Intermediate students studying at the barre

    Lisa Taylor Academy Of Ballet & Dance Arts - Every December, students of all ages are invited to perform with the Towne Players Christmas Show.

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    Every December, students of all ages are invited to perform with the Towne Players Christmas Show.

    Salsa for the Soul - Dance at Canalside, Buffalo, NY Photo: Hector Pagan

    Salsa for the Soul

    5.0(2 reviews)
    1.5 miParkside

    My boyfriend and I took private salsa lessons from Sarah in the fall of 2014. It was a gift from…read moremy boyfriend to me, and I was pretty apprehensive going into the first lesson. It didn't take long before I realized that all of my anxiety was for nothing; Sarah is amazing! Every lesson with her was a fantastic learning experience and so much fun. While we were taking the lessons, we were also in the middle of a cross-country move, we had to put a beloved pet to sleep, and in general my boyfriend and I were losing our minds. These lessons were better than relationship counseling and really allowed us to reconnect and relax with each other. I'm not dramatic enough to say that without Sarah our relationship would have been in trouble, but I am positive that Sarah and her salsa lessons helped us during a difficult time. Plus we were totally able to impress the heck out of all of our friends at a recent wedding with our mad dance skills! I recommend Salsa Sarah to everyone! Her lessons are fun and empowering, and Sarah herself is compassionate and supportive. Go experience her excellent teaching and vivacious personality for yourself!

    As a Latin dance instructor as well, I have observed and taken Sarah's dance classes. She is very…read moreknowledgeable, inviting, and personable, and provides a fun class with a welcoming atmosphere for all. Her love for dance and inspiring others shines through in all her classes and performances! I'm grateful to have her in the Buffalo dance community.

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    Neglia Conservatory of Ballet - Creative Movement with Angela Hastings. Photo Credit: Gene Witkowski

    Neglia Conservatory of Ballet

    5.0(3 reviews)
    1.8 miMain Street, Eastside

    Five years ago, my son enrolled in Neglia's free summer "Boys Dance, Too" 2-week program. He had…read morepreviously taken jazz, tap, and 4 months of ballet. He fell HARD for the discipline and artistry there and was offered a scholarship at the end of the two weeks. Despite living an hour and a half south of the city, we decided to give it a try twice a week. Fast forward to this year: he has completed his fifth summer intensive at Neglia and attends class 6 days a week. Yes, we still live 1.5 hours away. My son has discovered -under his excellent teachers at Neglia- that he wants to dance professionally, and there is no one anywhere near us that matches the quality of instruction he gets there. Besides that, the close knit studio environment has made them feel like family at this point! Each dancer gets excellent personalized instruction and honest appraisals of their abilities and potential. I highly recommend them!

    Neglia is the best ballet studio in Buffalo. My daughter has grown so much as a dancer since…read morestarting at Neglia. She loves the girls in her class. Neglia is not for everyone. It is for committed individuals who are serious about ballet. The program is rigorous and demanding, but my daughter thrives under these circumstances. Sergio and Heidi are real professionals. They know ballet. They love ballet and they know how to make great dancers. I was skeptical about Neglia being a "family" environment because most dance studios are not, but our experience at Neglia is that it is like family for these girls. They expect a lot , but they give everything thing they have in return. Girls are expected to go above and beyond, but in our family, we live by that rule everyday.

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    Neglia Conservatory of Ballet - Pictured: Neglia Ballet Pre-Professional Student Photo Credit: Gene Witkowski

    Pictured: Neglia Ballet Pre-Professional Student Photo Credit: Gene Witkowski

    Neglia Conservatory of Ballet - Adult Ballet Photo Credit: Gene Witkowski

    Adult Ballet Photo Credit: Gene Witkowski

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