Hands down the best studio in Visalia…read more For a small studio, the competition team has successfully made a name for itself in the dance world. For at least the last five years, Dancers Edge competition team has produced national champions - at least I know my cousin has had routines win national competitions for that long. This studio is known for technique and extensions. Search "Dancers Edge" on YouTube and you will find a plethora of phenomenally choreographed routines which highlight the dancers' talents. NOTE: Dancers Edge is no longer located on Main St. They have a new studio on Pershing. http://www.dedance.com/

They are obviously doing something right as witnessed by the hundreds of darling girls(and a…read morehandful of boys) who grace the LJ Williams Stage in Visalia every year for their annual recital. My niece has been taking lessons there for 9 years and had her final recital last night. She's moving on to high school and is being pulled by other extra-curricular activities. She has blossomed into a wonderful teenager and her training in the arts has been an important part of that. Keep those dancers moving Dancer's Edge:)

This dance studio is truly amazing and very welcoming. We have been looking for months for a dance…read morestudio for our daughter and have been very blessed to find this place. Miss Serena and Mr. Jadrian welcomed us like family since day one and we would recommend them to anyone. They offer hip hop, break dancing, popping, ballet, tap and other amazing classes at a very reasonable price. All the teachers pay close attention to their students, they are patient and care about the student as an individual. We love it here! If you are looking for a dance studio... this is the place to go!!

Great dance center with highly experienced teachers! I love the variety of classes and levels for…read moreall ages. Typically I'm very hesitant to try new dance studios for fear of "dance moms" and an unwelcoming environment, but from the moment you walk in EVERYONE was so kind and welcoming. My daughter was made to feel like she had been a part of their school forever! She has such a deep love for dance now.

Went to our first salsa dance class with my partner. She was patient and was very helpful can't…read morewait to continue classes for the upcoming month

Eileen helped us create one of the best memories we have of our wedding. We wanted our first dance…read moreto be memorable and it truly was. We are by no means dancers and more than beginners but Eileen helped us feel comfortable with what we could do! I swear I have watched our first dance video more than a million times and it wouldn't have happened without Eileen! Thank you so much

John Gonzales the director of this company is a world class Folklorico instructor who understand…read moreand knows what it takes to be a professional Folklorico performer. From experience in dancing for Mr. Gonzales the past 10 years I have become a better person not just in Folklorico, but in life as a whole. I highly recommend this Folklorico company as it stands behind a mission and life values worth living for. I would continue to leave more in this review of all the great things this man and his academy have done for the community and myself, but I would never be able to finish. Thank you!

From the owner: At Gonzales Dance Academy, our goal is to create a welcoming environment for students of all ages,…read morewhether they have dance experience or are just starting out. Here at GDA, our passionate instructors are dedicated to helping every dancer reach their full potential in the art of Folklorico. Through our emphasis on culture, traditions, and heritage, we aim to not only build a strong foundation in dance but also empower everyone to become the best version of themselves both on and off the stage.

Definitely a diverse and inclusive dance studio. I like how they are family oriented and have such…read morea wonderful supportive community. You can tell they care. It's hard find a dance studio where people truly want to see your kids grow.

!WARNING! If you have a daughter with hearing loss please pay attention. I signed up my daughter…read morelast week on Monday 6th, 2023 because I was told she'd be in a 5:45 class for 4-5 by the owner Mr. Edgar Villegas. Sure the class doesn't let you see your kid while they dance (there is a curtain blocking the windows and one mom told they only open it some days which is lowkey kind of creepy) but I gave it the benefit of the doubt because Edgar appeared warm and welcoming that first day even offering my daughter a lollipop. My daughter has prior experience dancing in LA and just recently did wonderful at a recital. I explained all this to Edgar and even showed him a picture of her recieving a medal. My daughter is deaf from one ear but in her class in LA she never had to wear her hearing aide because it was never a problem. The teacher in LA had her in the front row in a small class of six. Unfortunately I wasn't able to go today Monday, 13, 2023 as I was caught up at work and had my mom take her instead. Sadly the nice experience I had BEFORE I paid last Monday was apparently nonexistent today. My mother claimed she witnessed Edgar being rude to my daughter through a crack in the curtain as he measured her with a measuring tape from the middle of her private parts to the top of her shoulder (which I guess is normal for fitting l even though the other teacher in LA knew their size just by eyeing them) and also overhead him talk negatively of my daughter to other parents after the class stating quote "she said she had experience and had danced in another class before but I don't think so she's not ready for a recital...." I wasn't present so I called Edgar and told him what my mom said and he denied it was about my daughter stating he spoke directly to the parent about their kid. I almost believed him but then right after he said he actually wanted to talk to me because he felt my four year old daughter needed to be moved to a class for two year olds because she "doesn't listen" and kept "jumping around." I told Edgar before I paid to sign her up that she's deaf and needed to be in the front of the class to be able hear properly to which he agreed. But today it was a class of thirteen or more kids so my daughter ended up all the way in the back. It's just strange that all of a sudden I confront him about possibly being unprofessional and he suggests this now. I even told Edgar I can just put her hearing aide on for the next class but he still dismissed her saying she'll be better in the other class for two year olds because it is a small class of six but yet again...why didn't he suggest that in the first place until now ? The first day I signed up he told me the class she's currently in would be perfect for her because she's four and because she has prior experience but all of a sudden "she doesn't listen." I finally told him I won't be able to make that class as I get off later than the time it starts but he just suggested MY MOM take her. So I'm just going to try to talk to him or the other owner Alyssa in person tomorrow to make sure they permanently remove my card from the file as I won't be able to attend another class after today. I rather continue to pay more for her classes in LA than have my daughter be treated like a piece of dirt here for her disability.

The staff here are genuinely nice. I am new to the 'dance population'. My daughter has wanted to…read morejoin dance forever, and I suck as a mom, so I barely signed her up this past September. I'm so bummed I didn't start her sooner! She LOVES the class! Now, let me explain my little one. She is really active, loves all sports, hates all dresses. I don't think "girly" has ever been a word to describe my 9 year old daughter. Feisty? Yeah, that one I've heard a few times to describe her... ;) So, when she joined the hip hop class, on the first day I was a bit intimidated by the bling, mini shorts, and hot pink shirts the other girls were wearing, but the instructors do an amazing job of making the girls feel comfortable and have fun. The facility is organized, clean, and inexpensive! ($50 a month for one class) However, I understand dance 'can' get pretty expensive (just like any extracurricular activity), so, I can't speak in terms of the prices for the competition dance classes or costumes.

We love La Bella Dance! They do a great job working with your child and helping them learn the…read moredance moves and routine. My daughter is a beginning dancer so she was a little nervous starting but loves it after this years dance recital. They were very classy! Her instructor Taylor is great!! The owner seems very nice.

Whether you're a day 0 beginner or an experienced dancer, Dance Fix Studio has you covered. With a…read morewelcoming staff and all-inclusive environment, I found this place to be the first place in Visalia that I've felt comfortable enough to let myself just enjoy dancing around others. It's awesome to see an adult dance studio in town. They have a variety of instructors teaching different dance styles of all experience levels. I personally attend their Hip-Hop classes the most. Each time it's a fun experience, the instructors are patient, and it's always a productive learning session. I've had the pleasure of getting to know Alice and the other instructors like Viktor, Vincent, Gimena, and many more. Each are welcoming and always willing to teach when you ask for more help. Book a session and come meet everyone in the ever-growing dance community! I'd love to meet other beginners like myself.

I have only been to one dance class my entire life as I did not have a pleasant experience and felt…read morejudged and not friendly folks. Here I am 47 years old and joined a line dance class at Dance Fix Studio here in town. My amiga, Cilicia was teaching and I thought, why not, try something knew and just have fun. That it was. CiCi is a fun and energetic instructor who likes to have a good time and makes you get your dance on! I will be back. The atmosphere is pleasing, very friendly folks, and several options to chose from. Thank y'all so much. I am looking forward to improving balance and coordination amd this is the trick. Y'all need to go check their site out and try a class as so many variations.

We just saw, You're a good Man Charlie Brown. The program is digital, which is great for saving the…read moreenvironment. It would have been nice to have a paper one as a memento as my cousin was the leading lady. This was a very well done production. The sound/acoustics was really good. The seats were comfortable and there was plenty of leg room. The concession stand had a huge variety. I got the snoopy cookie for $5 and it was just as delicious as it was cute. There was plenty of parking in the back lot. The bathroom was bigger than I expected being a small theater. There are 2 stalls in the Women's and a unisex bathroom soon as you enter the Ice House in the lobby. The Ice House is surrounded by a wrought iron fence. It doesn't look like your typical theater as it used to be an ice house, thus that's how it got its name. It's easy to find if you use your gps to get you there. The only gripe I have is it was so cold in there. I brought a jacket and was still a bit chilly.

I just saw Miscast Cabaret. The performers were great, when we could hear them. Was anyone working…read moresound? One mic didn't work at all, and the other was just bad. The music was so loud it overpowered the singers. So disappointing. Bravo to the entire cast, tho. You guys were awesome.