The June Taylor School of Dance is a gem in the world of ballet training…read more Students are trained and prepared with the highest level of technique assuring them an excellent future whether it be for a professional life or merely vocational. Students will also be recognized as having the finest training available anywhere and parents can be proud and grateful that they are receiving a training that is not only technically excellent but also anatomically caring and correct so as to not damage their young bodies in any way. Sadly, many students are not cared for to this degree and incorrect training can ruin dreams and chances for a future career when individual bodies and range of motion are not taken into account. Congratulations June Taylor for your impeccable, beautiful school where many of your students can grow, thrive and reach for the stars eventually fulfilling their many, many hopes and dreams of a life in the ballet and dance. Pamela Hayes Classical Ballet

My daughter did a summer intensive at this studio in 2012 & we weren't impressed. Maybe coming from…read moreThe Portland Ballet our standards are high. The studio felt unorganized and run more like a community recreational center program not an advanced ballet academy.

We've had my daughter enrolled here since she was a toddler and now she's 8. I love supporting…read morelocal business and these women running this place are teaching young girls great dances and quickly while making it affordable.

Their website and communication with parents is terrible! . The staff never informs the students…read moreabout any details / regarding their performance or schedule, it's a guessing game all the time. So unhappy with their service and communication with students and parents, especially when it comes to the final performance and practice.

Rachel is a fantastic instructor, so happy to have found her place. Adult classes too yay!! Great…read morespace lots of class options and great prices.

Kathleen is amazing. I am surprised to hear someone review negatively at all! Every class in West…read moreLinn is taught by Kathleen herself and I've seen only joy and talent come out of her as a teacher! The mood is non-judgmental and kind. For the very little kids (under 5), it's less structured because they are so little and wiggly, but the progression as the kids move into ages 5-6, and then ages 6-8 is totally seemless and more structured as they age. If you're looking for strict scary or pushy, this isn't the place for you! Kathleen is hardworking and encourages the kids to be as well, but there's no undue pressure for perfection or mean disciplinary nonsense. It's just a friendly and magical place to dance and have fun!

This is not only the best dance studio around this is a family! Miss Kathleen has really done a…read morefantastic job creating this family. She and all of her wonderful staff are truly talented teachers. They are not only gifted dancers but outstanding award winning singers as well. What ever your looking for in a studio whether it be creative movement for your little one or Broadway singing and acting lessons you'll find it here. I also appreciate that they strive to teach the students to love themselves and their teammates.

I've been taking classes from Linda and her instructors for over a year now and they are all…read morefantastic. I really like how they have Intro classes to the social dances which teaches the very basic steps and a couple of patterns and then progress up to Intermediate classes where you learn lots of patterns. Mostly I appreciate how they tailor the speed of the class to the level of the students enrolled. Taking ballroom and social dance classes has really been good for building my confidence, self-esteem and stamina. Highly recommended!

Upon arriving at this place, we didn't know what to expect. We had almost given up when google maps…read morebrought us to another location. But we were pleasantly saved by retrying and driving around, and glad we went. The fact that they do a lesson to start is absolutely charming. There were many ages here, from teens to elderly and everything in-between, and everyone was full of spirit. People were very willing to invite us nervous Nellies to dance, and helping us try new moves with enthusiasm. Made us feel extremely welcome. There is a small buffet of food, and gave us the idea to next time bring a dish. Also drinks too. First tome is only $5, which is an incredible deal. There are three amazing ballrooms. I was so impressed with the layout of this place. Linda is such a nice woman. She has charisma and grace, and is a marvelous dancer. The other room was more for west coast swing. I was taught basic steps of WCS, rumba, and foxtrot. I was so excited! Classes are available too, I'm definitely into taking some classes. People were dressed nice. Everything was so classy and interesting. I absolutely adored everything. There is also parking. EXCELLENT!

I had my first class with Jake the other night and he was friendly, knowledgeable and professional…read more I've taken ballroom classes at other schools and was impressed with his level of detail while keeping the class fun and light. Unlike other ballroom studios, Jake does not use high pressure tactics to sell more classes. Instead, it's a low pressure learning environment. I will definitely come back for many more classes with Jake and highly recommend Dance For Fitness!

I struck gold when I discovered International Latin dance with the talented & dedicated instructor…read moreJake Famme. In this past year, I have been a member of both his group classes and now regularly work with him in private sessions. His expertise & personalized approach in teaching is rich with technique, and invaluable in my growth as a dancer. Since I have begun his classes, he has helped me achieve my goals in dancing including my 1st pro/am competition & showcase...I am currently continuing my growth & preparation for an upcoming competition with Jake... He's simply the best! Diane

This might be a great dance studio if you signed your kid up young and then have been there for…read moreyears and years but if you have a child that is older, fourth/fifth or sixth grade, it's not great at all. Everyone, including the teachers are very much a clique and not the most welcoming. They don't take time with new kids or kids that are new to dance. They don't do anything to encourage a comfortable atmosphere for new kids and are very non-responsive when trying to get a hold of them. My daughter really wanted to be part of dance but after a few classes felt so disconnected and uncomfortable I just couldn't force her to go anymore. If you sign up, just know that if it doesn't work out you need to give a 30 day notice of cancellation, even if your child doesn't attend during that time, you will be charged.

We are new to BDC this year and their performing company tap classes are first rate! My daughter…read morehas also really enjoyed rec jazz and hip hop. The performing groups are competitive but supportive of each other, and everyone has a blast.

child has A.d.h.d and certain delays, has been to physical, speech therapy and has an IEP…read more We were invited to join some of the Ballet classes by a friend of ours who has used this dance studio in the past. We were informed we could try out the classes once before deciding if we would be joining the studio. My friend was the one who brought my daughter to the first class which she got the times mixed up and my daughter and her friend ended up in the level three ballet class on Tuesday at 5:00 pm. In class my daughter was concerned about another student, and decided to ask the teacher about the other student who was sitting out at the time. The teacher in an unprofessional and snappy manner instructed my daughter to mind her own business. This is a Grown adult talking to a child, and very unprofessional. We let it slide thinking everyone has a bad day, and decided we would try again ,we ended up coming back this week for the level 2 ballet at 4. From what I was told, is the Teacher who does the level 3 class also runs the level 2 class. From what the front desk told me, was my child was disruptive in the classroom, and the teacher was having trouble keeping her on track, instead of excusing my daughter from the classroom , saying this level was not for her , the teacher proceeded to ask my child with disabilities how old she was in front of the other students and when she answered 10, the teacher asked other students to participate in raising their hand if they were also 10 , and when the class did she publicly bullied and embarrassed my daughter by telling her she should act more like them. My child and her friend exited out into the bathroom and my child cried and wanted to leave ,They left the studio shortly after. This is grown adult, talking to and teaching children, including ones with disabilities .The teacher should have professionally excused Ashley from the classroom, It is unacceptable for a teacher to behave in a unprofessional manner towards anyone let alone children. I emailed the director , and never received anything back , it's been over a week. So if you would like your children with or without disability be bullied by a teacher and humiliated , while being ignored by the director herself , this is the place for you and your child. Please do better

My daughter has been dancing at Element for 6 years. Element has a team of professionals who truly…read morecare about each and every dancer in their program. My daughter has her sights on a dance career and I trust the staff at Element to help her realize her goals!