My 5 year old daughter went here for ballet/tap combo class. She attended for a year and a half…read more The instructors are good, they teach well. But my daughter actually decided to quit in the middle of her second year because she got bored and wanted to try something else. She now wants to start again, but I will NOT be sending her back to CSDS. The recital is great. Very entertaining. But they're business practices need some work. First off all, the recital tickets are bought on a first come first serve basis. They appoint a time and everyone has to go to the studio at that time and only that time. I had to actually work on the day and time that they had specified, so I asked if I could drop off a check at an earlier time. The director said no, that it wouldn't be fair. So I had to send my mother to the studio for me at the alloted time at 2pm. I came to find out that there was a class in the morning on the same day and that the parents had already bought their tickets that morning and all the good seating was already gone. Is that fair? She says no to me but says yes to others! I don't care if it's only a couple of hours before the allotted time, it's still ahead of time! Secondly, I spent $30 on a dvd of the recital that skipped. I couldn't even watch my daughter's dance. I was told I could get a replacement. I never got it, after muliple emails and speaking to the instructor. Lastly, my daughter's costume was paid in full ($60) before she decided to quit last year. I was told I could pick up her costume when they came in. I called them multiple times to find out if the costume was in. I never spoke to any one. I left messages and got no return phone call. So in the end they took $90 (dvd and costume) and I have nothing to show for it. Not even a phone call. This studio has dance teams that compete, and if you're not on the dance team, they really don't care about you. Their customer service skills are the worst. We'll be going back to Chery's School of Dance in Melrose!

My daughter is wrapping up her 9th year dancing at CSDS, and she LOVES it. The confidence,…read morefriendships, and the feeling of being part of a team ithat has given her is truly priceless.

We love this dance school. My daughter is 3 years old and had a terrible experience with another…read moredance school when someone recommended Chiampa. They are so great with young kids, so friendly, very calm and organized Drop off and pickup. Love love love it. Smaller classes which is great for young kids.

We went here for two years and left. We selected the school…read morefor its location and waiting room. The list of unreasonable requirements just added up over the years and worn me out: * Being reminded every week, that payment is due on the first of the month, when you personal never missed a payment. * The recital ticket distribution method leads to grown adults standing wee hours of an cold April morning for little girls and boys dance recitals ( Red sox tickets I could understand, dance recitals... just a tad bit silly). * Lessons during April vacation * The recitals are two towns(15miles) away from the studio. * Recital is a three day commitment (WThF) for Memorial Day weekend. Probably 4 days, if you wanted your 10 minute last lesson, but that was just to silly to consider. The kids were great. They tried really hard and seemed to be having fun during their classes. The instructions was uneven. Some teachers very good, some not so good. But I bet that is everywhere. The classes helpers were also great, on time and kind to the other children After looking around for more a reasonable schedule and modern attitudes toward family workloads, I found that the costumes look just as nice, the kids try just as hard( and might even smile a little more), and the dance routines are "fresher" at other studios which are just a close.

Raising 4 kids and teaching about 600 as a public school music teacher I would rate this studio as…read more absolutely worst my kids have been exposed to: inconsiderate placement, unprofessional practices ( no rehearsal or proper preparation given) and utter ignorance of child emotional state. Its not fair to any child to go through what my son went during this year at this studio. Looking at him scared backstage and unable to move ( fear of new places- never had nor dress rehearsal nor run through/ mark up in there)!) in a costume ( black train suit) 3 times bigger his size - ordered by studio and charged. a fortune- absolutely broke my heart. The teachers didn't bother to try to call me or make him feel comfortable-leaving him backstage- " the show must go on " Lesson 1 that I learned: more research before commitment Lesson 2: Owners of the studio might lie( never happened to me before this one but alas)

This dance studio provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students to build their dance…read moretechnique while also increasing confidence and social skills. The teaching staff at the studio are some of the most caring people!

It's going to hurt, ankles will be rolled, muscle strained, toes destroyed, but it's worth it. You…read morewill be yelled at (probably in an Irish accent) but you will know your dances, you will be the best you can be. This is probably one of the best schools you can go to.

I have been talking piano lessons with Lilit Endeman at stage music center in Winchester for a…read moreyear and a half now . And I can say that I do not regret signing up ! She is talented ,patient, professional and makes you enjoy each and every lesson. I Highly recommend her to anyone who is passionate about music .

I do not have enough words to express my gratitude to this music school. Teachers there are so…read morepassionate about their job and they know how work with kids! Highly recommend this place!