2.5 Out of 5 I rate Arthur Murray Fort Worth right in the…read moremiddle. First thing to know - If your considering trying dance lessons DO IT! You will never regret it! Pros: AM has an awesome staff of instructors! They have some of the brightest, funnest, and skilled Dancers I have seen yet. Their professionalism and ability to teach you to dance is absolutely solid! Cons: Price and Exclusivity. Price - AM is around 65% higher than independent studios in the area. They may tell you to weigh the "all you can take" group lessons, but even with that in mind the total cost is high since many studios do charge for groups but the price of group lessons is very low. Also, the additional "shows" are very costly not only to get into, buy into "heats' and the additional lessons to consider. They will push going to shows very hard. Exclusivity - the management of AM will aggressively call you out if you talk about outside dance events not associated with AM. In my case I was posting about dance events around town and got a stern reprimand from the owner that he could not allow me to do this. Needless to say that as a consumer I am now exercising my rights to do business elsewhere. Bottom line - if you want to learn to dance well they can for sure teach you to do so - it will just be very costly. If you want to get into the entire spectrum of dancing at multiple venues around town then it is best to look at other options!

I have mixed feelings about Arthur Murray…read more Pros: The staff is super nice and friendly. My fiance and I came in to start lessons slightly embarrassed by our lack of grace on the dance floor, but they made us feel very comfortable. Our personal instructor was Stephanie and she is AWESOME. Our first introductory lesson was 30 minutes and was free - we loved it so much and ended up booking their basic foundations package (4 private lessons, 45 minutes each). Cons: While they are very nice, this may not be the best place to learn to dance unless you have a nice disposable income. The foundations package was $540, but each lesson was really only 30 minutes long with the last 15 minutes of the class just talking about technique and planning what to do for future lessons. The one thing that we really disliked is how pushy the staff is for you to schedule your next lesson with them... it's almost like they are forcing you to ensure that you come back. Stephanie, fortunately, was the only one who seemed to understand our hectic schedule and allowed us to schedule our lessons at our convenience. All in all, I highly recommend taking dance lessons, and if you are unsure if Arthur Murray is a good fit for you, try out their introductory lesson and see how you like it. We now have a new found love and appreciation for dancing after taking several lessons here

Office described my child's Instructor as "preferred" & "very patient"…read more Her regular actions/face DID NOT show the same. The school performs (for small car shows & as warm-up for small community performances like at high schools). 1 minor holiday show & 1 recital anually. If you are not looking for much, this works. Approximately $75 - $85 monthly (excluding annual fees, costume(s) fees, show ticket fees, etc.). Expenses outweighs the benefits.

My daughter has danced here since 2015. Great facilities and caring, knowledgeable staff. Her her…read moredance technique continues to improve each year, even on year 11 of training.

This is an incredible small business, run by women who have a good understanding of what dancers…read moreNEED, in terms of technique and also support! They give all of their students opportunities and attention, love and patience. It's the best one in Arlington by far, if you want your dancer to have an experience where they learn truly excelent technique in a safe and positive environment!!!

Ten years and counting as a UPAC family, and we couldn't be happier with the instruction,…read morecommunity, and care that our daughter has received. If you're considering dance lessons at any age or stage, we wholeheartedly recommend you consider UPAC.

studio one is a Christian base dance studio and let me tell you they are amazing. My daughter…read morestarted at 2 years old and we have been going strong for four years now. within those years we got to be in their preschool classes on Tuesday/thursday 9am to 2pm. She progressed so much from those two days a week. they go over a Bible story which is beautiful!! They have a spring recital at the end and you see all of their progress from the start of the ballet season. And a huge plus is that they have a daddy daughter dance and it's one of my daughters favorite thing to do!!! It one dance studio that you will not be disappointed at. They are the most loving people/teachers you and your little ones will love!!!

My daughter started her 5th year of dance this year and has loved every moment of it she says she…read morewill never quit dancing she has had almost every teacher over the years who have been so kind and helped her blossom from her shy quiet self into a girl with such passion for her craft and her fellow dancers my son was in as well and even with his transition troubles crying they would be so patient and work to bring him in because once he was back there he just loved being there and dancing they never made me feel like he was a burden or to much they just worked to help him I am so grateful for this studio

There are not enough words to express how amazing this studio is. From the staff who love every…read morechild like their own and are amazing at what they do....to the amazing family atmosphere that the studio has. We truly are one big family. My daughters have learned so much here and we could not imagine being anywhere else.

Kiddos love it there!!! The teachers are super friendly and genuinely care for the kids. The…read moredirector, Ms. Sarah is super responsive and helpful. We've been there for 3 years and wouldn't dream of being anywhere else! SDC is the place to be!

Amazing studio! We just moved to the area back in February and were eager to find a good ballet…read morestudio for my daughter asap. After doing lots of searching and looking online before the move I came across this studio I had reached out even before we moved to ask if it was to late to get my daughter in. I was ALWAYS responded to quickly by the office staff especially miss Angie! The first day we went in to try a class I instantly felt welcomed and like family already. This studio was a lot smaller than our previous one so I was a bit nervous at first but we felt an instant connection and looked no further. We love the values of this studio and how much they lean into faith in all they do. We had our first recital with them in June and enjoyed it, all the staff works really hard and I have found that the "smaller" studio to us made for a better home studio for us where people really get to know you and your child's name. I pray my daughter continues to grow here and be challenged to become a better dancer and better person.

This is my daughters 3rd year attending dance here and I can't recommend this studio enough. The…read moredance teachers are wonderful and kind. They keep the classes fun for the younger ones to hold their interest.

Art Ballet Academy is an wonderful place! If you are interested in Vaganova method ballet, this is…read morethe place to be. My family has had a dancer there there since 2011. Our director, Mariya Kudyakova, is an exceptionally excellent teacher, who is well qualified. Additionally Mrs.Kudyakova is very good with children and teens. She has many, many years of dedicated experience. Many former students all over the country call her their mentor, and ABA her their home studio. From professionals, to those that move on to college and other endeavors, she helps so many students learn to have grace, poise, strength, and a true love of the arts, including the very best of ballet! Professional productions / performances happen twice a year, including The Nutcracker and another performance of choice (ex.: Don Quixote, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Alice). We are grateful to have such an extraordinary studio in our very own city, for our beloved daughter to attend.

I do not recommend this place. They are frigid and unwelcoming. We have been to other studios, but…read morethis was the only one my child has ever dreaded going to. Pros: Conveniently located--right off the service road and very close to restaurants, grocery stores, and a dance shop. Affordable--tuition is much less than other studios in the area. Very good technique--teachers are extremely knowledgeable. This is a great place to advance skills and prepare for a career in ballet. This studio is for serious dancers. Cons: Toxic--students are clique-ish, teachers are condescending, and moms are snooty. I can't stress enough the frigidity of this place. They only encourage a career in ballet, not love of dance. If your child isn't serious about ballet, consider going elsewhere. They are very obvious with who their favorite students are. Every time you walk through their door, be prepared to get snubbed by teachers and/or parents. Cheap--tuition may be low, but they will nickel and dime you for every little thing. Those things may be optional, but you will stick out like a sore thumb and be made to feel like an outcast. Also, there are kids who run around acting like they live there, bringing in fast food and stinking up the place. (Contradicting right? How dare you snub people but bring in fast food?)

I've had a really positive experience as an adult beginner dancer at the Ballet Center of Fort…read moreWorth. I took their adult beginner workshop and enjoyed every class. Amy is a great teacher who creates a friendly atmosphere. The classes break down ballet into simple steps, so I've been able to dive into dance without intimidation. The studio is welcoming of adult beginners, which is not something I've experienced at other studios. I'd highly recommend Ballet Center of Fort Worth to anyone looking to dip their toe into ballet classes for the first time!

Danced here for nine years since I was three. Once I turned 13 and started to mature, the owner…read morebody shamed me in class, basically called me fat. I told my mom and we all had a meeting.. The owner said something along the lines of I eat too much fast food, etc. LET ME REMIND YOU I WAS A CHILD. This happened to a couple of friends that also danced here. They will body shame your child if they aren't a stick bug. Don't let your child come here. This caused me to have a lot of body image issues, and I'm still struggling with them today.