This is our third year at Dance Academy of Mansfield and we love it! My daughter started when she was two and was very shy and attached to me (that's why I wanted to try dance out just to see how she would do with other kiddos and a teacher that wasn't mom). The first day of class she walked right in and didn't even miss me. I was shocked because she would not stay with anyone besides mom, dad or grandma. She had a blast, the teacher was very kind and welcoming. She has loved all of the teachers she has had throughout the years. They are very professional at dance academy of Mansfield, but also are kind and understanding to the girls as well as the parents. I like that they incorporate different muscle groups in their practices as they do core, balance and stretching as well as dancing. I have notice improvements in my daughters feet and core strength. She has always had flat feet and has had some trouble with balance/coordination and I have noticed since starting dance that has improved. Lastly the production they have at the end of the year is amazing. So cool to watch as a parent. I love that DAOM is not ashamed of their faith and to talk about the Lord and pray; and for that reason is why I drive from Waxahachie to come here. My daughter loves it. I also like that they have classes during the day so homeschool parents can take their kids as well. read more

This was our first year at the DAOM and will be our last. Our daughter was in the pre-k group. The staff was nice and she had a lot of fun while there. The instructor seemed in control of the classroom from what I saw on the two observation days. However, restrictive policies make this a bad choice for parents. Classes for that age group are an hour long and go from September until June. If you believe your four-year-old might become disinterested after nine months of dance, please consider this factor heavily. If your child misses more than five classes in that time, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. You will not be refunded the $180 in production fees. This year, the academy followed the MISD schedule. This means that for those of us that signed up for a Monday class, we were scheduled to receive 5 less classes than those signed up on other days of the week and there was no cost offset. With the multiple bad weather days, we were actually out of class 8 days and got one makeup class on exception (as the policy is that academy does not schedule any makeups and your child may not attend a different class). I suppose I bear some of the blame in this instance since I simply assumed there would be an opportunity for make-up classes and did not actually ask. I emailed the director regarding my dissatisfaction with this issue. We were told they would not follow that schedule next year, but no price offset was offered for this year. They also follow the MISD schedule for bad weather regardless of current conditions. For example, when MISD cancelled school at 6am due to possible ice then at 10am the roads were melted and completely clear, the evening class was still cancelled. Your production fees do not include tights for the costumes. They do not include alterations, those will come out of your pocket or the pocket of your stage mom. If your child has ripped tights or the wrong tights, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. If your child has too many absences, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. If your child will not be still long enough for you to put on red lipstick, mascara, eyeshadow, foundation, and blush, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. Yes, even your three year old. There are no exceptions to refund the production fees per the policy. My daughter doesn't know, nor would she care, about all the restrictive policies of this studio. She was raped lol just kidding had the stamina to go 9 months with little complaint. She got to do worship dance and talk about God while doing tap. But, for me, there was just too much in the way of bad policy for me to enjoy taking her here. read more

This was our first year at the DAOM and will be our last. Our daughter was in the pre-k group. The staff was nice and she had a lot of fun while there. The instructor seemed in control of the classroom from what I saw on the two observation days. However, restrictive policies make this a bad choice for parents. Classes for that age group are an hour long and go from September until June. If you believe your four-year-old might become disinterested after nine months of dance, please consider this factor heavily. If your child misses more than five classes in that time, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. You will not be refunded the $180 in production fees. This year, the academy followed the MISD schedule. This means that for those of us that signed up for a Monday class, we were scheduled to receive 5 less classes than those signed up on other days of the week and there was no cost offset. With the multiple bad weather days, we were actually out of class 8 days and got one makeup class on exception (as the policy is that academy does not schedule any makeups and your child may not attend a different class). I suppose I bear some of the blame in this instance since I simply assumed there would be an opportunity for make-up classes and did not actually ask. I emailed the director regarding my dissatisfaction with this issue. We were told they would not follow that schedule next year, but no price offset was offered for this year. They also follow the MISD schedule for bad weather regardless of current conditions. For example, when MISD cancelled school at 6am due to possible ice then at 10am the roads were melted and completely clear, the evening class was still cancelled. Your production fees do not include tights for the costumes. They do not include alterations, those will come out of your pocket or the pocket of your stage mom. If your child has ripped tights or the wrong tights, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. If your child has too many absences, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. If your child will not be still long enough for you to put on red lipstick, mascara, eyeshadow, foundation, and blush, she will not be allowed to dance in the production. Yes, even your three year old. There are no exceptions to refund the production fees per the policy. My daughter doesn't know, nor would she care, about all the restrictive policies of this studio. She had the stamina to go 9 months with little complaint. She got to do worship dance and talk about God while doing tap. But, for me, there was just too much in the way of bad policy for me to enjoy taking her here. read more

We are half way through our first year at DAM and couldn't be happier. This studio is VERY ORGANIZED, well run, and the teachers are great. I've heard the productions are incredible, so we are looking forward to that. Yes, the production fees are non-refundable, but that is common at any dance studio. Great place! read more

My daughter has been with Dance Academy of Mansfield for 5 years. We absolutely love this studio. Not only for the great dancer and person they are helping to shape my daughter into becoming but they are there for her in other aspects of her life. The teachers there love the kids and make them feel special. The director is someone she has had many deep conversations with and has helped her through some hard times. This studio is not just a GREAT dance studio but it is apart of our family and we are proud to be apart of theirs. read more

There are not enough words to express the amazing experience we have had with Dance Academy of Mansfield! Not only are they well organized in the front office, but the quality of the instruction integrated with their faith makes this studio stand out from the others! My girls have been a part of this studio for two years. Within this time frame they have gained many friends, they have strengthened their personal relationship with God and they have grown significantly in their dancing ability! The staff is friendly, professional and prompt when it comes to communication and consistency! We love this studio and are SO grateful for their consistent effort and hard work to provide outstanding service to our kids! read more

There's not enough that can be said about what dance academy of Mansfield offers girls (and boys) in the world of dance. Yes, their technique is great, costumes are modest, and music is tasteful. But beyond those factors, there is a deep spiritual and worship element that is lacking from everyone other dance studio in the area. My daughter started at age 3, and has enthusiastically looked forward to the new year (and now summer camps) each year. She hasn't not lost any gusto and in fact any time I check in with her to make sure she's still enjoying it she responds emphatically,"yes mommy! I just want to dance to praise God all the time!" I mean that's what she is learning here! Incredible! And she's just 8 years old. We've been here going on 6 years and used to live 10 mins away. Now we live 40 mins away and we make the drive for that response. Because let's be honest, that would not be instilled in her anywhere else. ALL the teachers are top notch. Ms Amy and Ms Christie love these children and consistently pour themselves out to serve. This can be seen clearly during the annual production. It's truly an amazing experience and you will feel the Holy Spirit and come away changed. Dance is costly no matter where you go-but at least I know my daughter is getting a abundance of truth and the Spirit as she learns and grows here. read more

My daughter began dancing here at age 3 and took lessons for six years. We loved every year here. The teachers were all wonderful. I loved that this dance studio has a Christian foundation and all of the costumes are modest and tasteful. We took a break to pursue other interests, but will be returning next year! read more