it was AMAZING. i used to go to an old studio where the environment and teachers were SO toxic!! i…read morewould go to dance feeling anxious and scared of what the girls and teachers would say. there was few nice teachers and few nice girls. so cal is an encouraging environment and the teachers and girls are so welcoming and kind!

What can we say other than we love SoCal Dance! Our daughter has been searching for a dance studio…read moreever since her studio closed. It can be challenging to find a dance studio where there's no to minimal favoritism and where it's run professionally. We finally found the perfect studio for our daughter and she is attending her 2nd year now. SoCal is run by a studio owner who really cares about the team culture of the students. She makes the dancers feel like one big family. Pros- 1- Option for Convention and Competition Team. 2- Large new facility. 3- Organized and professional. 4- A wide range of dance classes such as: ballet, pointe, hip hop, jazz, tap, and more. 5- Fair pricing. 6- The studio owner is very involved and is a great support to the dancers. Cons- 1- No novice adult dance classes for moms that are wannabe dancers (like me) :(

We love Signature Dance Academy! My daughter has been dancing here for the past 8 years. It's…read morebecome her second home. Ms. Jenny and the amazing group of dance teachers here are wonderful! Very supportive and passionate about teaching! My daughter has learned so much from them, the growth in her dancing has been amazing to see!

This is a really great dance studio! The classes here are top quality with really great…read moreinstructors. My daughter loves the contemporary classes, the technique classes, and the turns class to name a few. The kids are welcoming and the owner is super sweet. If you haven't checked it out, you must!

Took Paul Lim's intro hip hop class tonight and had a great time. I wasn't in the best mood but man…read morethis class turned my frown upside down. And tonight, instructor was playing some good old school hip hop (Tribe Called Quest probably from my high school days 30+ years ago) and I definitely got into a groove and was very excited about learning the dance steps and got the most of it! I came in a litte down and walked out grinning ear to ear. You know I'll be back for more classes. Love this studio!

I've had a hard time finding a hobby/passion for my son to get him off screens. It's such a joy to…read moresee him learn breakdancing and having fun. Huge thank you to JOE the instructor who makes it fun for the kids! Friendly staff, clean/nice facilities, the class package makes it easy to drop in too!

This review is long overdue since my daughter has been a part of LDI for a few years now. Yes, your…read morechild will receive top notch dance instruction, in a fun, supportive environment...but LDI is more than just a dance studio, it is a lovely community where each dancer's sense of self and confidence are nurtured and encouraged. My daughter loves her teachers and dancing here, and as a mom (and someone whose own experience in dance was the old school approach where you were pushed beyond what was actually appropriate for your young body/mind) I appreciate that proper form and alignment are taught, even from a very early age, in a way that is recognizes her as an individual and builds her self esteem. And although the owners and instructors here are former professional dancers and each accomplished in their own rights, I love that the message at this studio is "LDI for all", whether your goal is for a future in the dance world, or just a nurturing environment for your child to learn discipline and movement. 5 stars!!!

If you're looking for a dance studio, Lynch Dance Institute is the place to be. It will surely…read morebecome a place of joy and magic for your child as they discover their love for dance. Every single staff member trains proper technique and your child will grow leaps and bounds in a really loving environment. The parent community there is wonderful, as well. My 6-year old daughter has been attending LDI for about 1.5 years and participated in 1-week of their Jr. Ballet Intensive summer programs this week. So much was covered in 5-days and she was excited to share about the yoga session, wellness session, learning choreography, ballet, jazz, hip-hop! The 30-minute show at the end of the week was so impressive! We are grateful to have found this studio and would recommend them over and over again!

Caring teachers who know how to balance technique with fun! My daughter can't wait to go to class…read moreevery week.

The fees are high, the costumes, tickets for the shows are too high, very slow improvements for our…read morestudent, when our student got sick and in jured and could not attend her lessons for a few weeks, I was charged continuesly.

We love 4S Dance! We originally chose the studio because it was conveniently located, but it ended…read moreup being so much more than that. When we first joined, we weren't even looking for ballet. Our daughters enjoyed trying different styles like tap, Broadway jazz, and hip hop before finally deciding to try ballet - which they quickly fell in love with. One of the highlights of every year is the Nutcracker production. I love that even the youngest dancers get meaningful roles they are excited about. My daughters have so much fun participating and look forward to it year after year. What stands out most about 4S Dance is the culture. The older dancers are kind, welcoming, and encouraging to the younger students, creating a supportive environment that feels like a true community. I also appreciate the emphasis on age-appropriate choreography and costumes. We are so grateful to be part of the 4S Dance community and highly recommend it!

Still a wonderfully nurturing dance studio with immensely patient and dedicated teachers and staff…read more It's been 9 years, and the studio has grown in space and homegrown talent, which is evident in the ambitious goals the studio successfully executes each year. This is a ballet-based studio with a growing musical theater program, and fun recreational/non-competitive class offerings in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, hip hop and even pilates reformer. The ballet side includes a pre-pro program that is intended to nurture students with professional dance aspirations or just want to be in "club level" ballet (i.e. your young 9 year old kid will be there 2-3 times a week and your 12/13+ tween will be there 4/5 times a week multiple hours a day. Dancers participating in shows will have Saturday rehearsals). The AD has an annual assessment (for pre-pro students) to assess goals and steps needed to achieve them. Recently, many of these students have been invited to well known ballet SIs, including PNB, PBT, SAB, and ABT. The AD further supports their school/ballet balance and many of the pre-pro dancers have been waived out of PE through OCIS (Off Campus Independent Study). Annually, the staff presents "the Nutcracker" where all roles (except 1-2 adult male roles, which are professionally filled) are casted by their classically trained students. Over the last 3 years, they've also presented a shorter storybook ballet of similar caliber. Every year we've been here, there has been an end of year recital series, which is the main opportunity for the non-ballet students to present what they've learned in choreographed pieces. The studio has grown to include a musical theater program, which also provides opportunities to shine in "Mini Musicals". Yes, the hallways can be a little "extra", but that's what happens when students love the place so much that they are there for multiple classes in the afternoons, and on rehearsal weekends. And yes, dance can be pricey, but my experience is that the rec level classes are comparable to any other rec level activity my other kid has done with *professional* teachers, it's obviously more expensive than little league or soccer which are volunteer coached. Further, pricing is on a tiered structure, where "the more classes you take, the cheaper your 5th, 6th, 7th, etc class is." And yes - sounds nuts, but many of the pre-pro kids love it there enough that they're there for that many classes. Lastly, I didn't realize how grateful I am for this until my daughter got older, but the owners refuse to allow revealing costumes and uniforms. You'll find the students in leotards/tights, athleisure wear, and tasteful recital costumes - not a booty short or bra/crop top in sight, as I wish dance culture would be. Overall, a great place to be for those with professional ballet aspirations (and who want to be challenged appropriately), or who want to learn other styles for enjoyment without the expectation to compete.

I am not big on writing reviews but after not only witnessing Robyn B's outburst at the studio and…read morenow reading her untruthful recantation of the events I feel I must comment. My daughter started dancing at this studio when she was 3. She transferred her from another studio due to it's laid back atmosphere. The other studio was a competing studio and the pressure was just too much for a 3 year old . This studio while it is not a competing studio is still ran with the same professionalism you would expect. They put on 2 wonderful performances every year. Kelley puts great thought into the placement of each girl in her studio. She looks at their age, abilities, NOT just how long they have been dancing. To say you have been dancing a year doesn't necessarily mean you have acquired the skills. The girls also want to be placed in a class with their peers and not with girls several years older or younger then them. There are big differences between a 7 year old and a 13 year old. Kelley tried to move those girls into the appropriate classes and they were NOT the baby classes and instead Kelley was the one who was verbally assaulted by her. Whether or not the class was at capacity had no bearing on her daughter being in the class. I truly hope that you take the time out to check out this studio for your daughter(s). It is a warm loving studio. The kids all respect and appreciate one another. You do not see any of the cattyiness you often see with girls here. Everyone has a different personality, style, social interests and yet for the hour they dance they are together as one.

My daughter has been going here for a while and LOVES IT. She can't wait to go to class on Friday…read more Everyone is very nice and my daughter loves her teacher Mr. Ryan.

Their make-up class rescheduling policy is really strict -- They won't allow you to reschedule the…read moresame class at a different time, even when there's availability. All they offer is open gym instead. If I just wanted to send my kids to an open gym, I might as well sign up for Get Air.

Gianna is enjoying her classes and taking advantage of her training at TTC to acquire new skills in…read morea supportive environment. She looks forward to every class and working with the team of coaches.

Hello, I enjoy working out at LA Fitness and especially like the yoga classes. However, for the…read morepast several months, the air conditioning in the yoga room has not been working properly. Yesterday it was so hot that I couldn't finish the class. Before going in, I asked the person at the front desk if the A/C in that room was working, and she said yes. Unfortunately, it wasn't. The main gym area was a comfortable temperature, but the yoga room was extremely hot. I hope this issue can be fixed soon. I enjoy the classes and would like to continue attending them in a comfortable and safe environment. Thank you.

I have been training with Austin C. at LA Fitness Poway for almost a year, and my husband has also…read moretrained with him during that time. The progress I've made has been remarkable, and I can honestly say that joining the personal training program has been one of the best decisions I've made for my health. When I started, I was dealing with weak muscles, excess weight, knee discomfort, and very little confidence in the gym. I was hesitant to try many exercises and often worried about making my knees worse. Austin consistently adapted workouts based on how my body responded, gradually building strength while respecting my limitations. As I improved, he appropriately increased the challenge and introduced more advanced exercises, helping me gain confidence rather than just follow instructions. The progress I've made has exceeded my expectations. I've become significantly stronger, reduced body fat and inches, improved my balance and functional strength, and regained confidence in my ability to exercise safely despite my knee issues. I can now perform exercises I never imagined I'd be able to do. Perhaps his greatest accomplishment as a trainer is that he gave me the knowledge and confidence to train independently. That, to me, is the mark of an excellent trainer. Austin strikes a good balance between encouraging you and pushing you beyond what you think you're capable of, while still paying attention to form and how your body is responding. He celebrates progress, explains the purpose behind exercises, and genuinely wants his clients to succeed. My husband has also had an excellent experience training with him, and we've both benefited from his coaching. We highly recommend Austin to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and motivating trainer. We wish him continued success in his career.

It had been about 25 years since I last touched a ballet barre. After three adult beginner classes…read moreso far, I want to yelp my awesome experience with Southern California Ballet. I'm not a dance mom (yet). Just an older gal dancing in her socks at this conveniently located studio. Our class is a wonderful range of ages and women. I love that. We may giggle as we fumble the steps and lose our balance... but the class offers exactly what it needs to offer. Fun and movement. Me and about 14 others signed up via the Poway Adult School... but the studio offers drop in classes directly as well. I really hope to try them - they just don't jive with my mommy and work schedule like the Thursday am class has. But I'm hopeful they add more classes or I can somehow make it work. This class has been such a reawakening. When you dance as a child and young adult... and quit... you don't have many outlets for enjoying it after the classes and recitals stop. You don't round up the friends like you do for a game of golf or basketball. Enter... the adult dance class. Boom. Toby, our teacher, is wonderful. He is easy-going and clearly talented. I liked the neat little background he gave us on ballet too. The music is a fun mix of contemporary songs disguised in ballet music. Fun. So much better than I remember as a kid. While I do have some lingering memories of dance... my joints and muscles are in a complete state of disrepair. Frankly, it makes me extra happy to be in the beginner's class. At times it is a bit of a whirlwind, but with continued repetition it sinks in. "Osmosis" as Toby says. So I try not to worry about the terms. I just enjoy each class, the break in my chaotic day... and dance (in between the hip cramps and forgotten steps).

We love Black Mountain Dance. They are a non-competition ballet only program starting at the age…read moreof 3. They take their ballet seriously and are excellent at teaching little girls about proper poise and posture. Ms. Katie is a wonderful teacher with the right mix of stern and playful in working with 3 & 4 year old kids.