This dance studio is like no other. Thier prices are reasonable, their classes are amazing and…read moretheir teachers are patient and understanding. This studio encourages children to grow not only in dance but in self confidence. I have seen my girls bloom at this studio. They have made amazing friends had a great time and have learned to self love. Beyond the staff and the classes this studio fosters a dance family vibe. Parents here are so welcoming and are always quick to understanding, compassion and empathy. Everyone truly just wants everyone to feel welcomed and loved. I have made amazing friends at this studio and could not imagine where I would be without them. Although we all parent differently and have different views on different subjects our love for our kids seems to bond us all. This studio also goes above and beyond by making sure all dances and costumes are age appropriate as well as offering classes for everyone from mommy and me to adoptive to adult jazz and tap ( which is a blast) . I honestly could not emphasize enough how thankful i am for this studio and all they have done for not only for my children but for my whole family and our community.

I don't think 5 stars is enough for such a wonderful studio. Aside from high moral standards that…read morethey help me instill into my little one, they are kind, compassionate, and giving. The staff has never once been anything less than amazing, and my daughter has been coming for two years. The teachers are patient. The studio is well kept. It is all around the best choice in Chesapeake. If you are on the fence about where to send your little dancer, don't think twice about Academie De Ballet.

Now this is where you go if you want to do dance seriously! I used to take lessons here for about…read more11 years in ballet and hip hop. Now, my little nieces go here for ballet. I have gone to other places dance recitals where there is clearly a lack of quality compared to here. Lessons. Typically an hour long. They will place you in class according to your dance level. There are classes that range from 3 year olds to older adults to teach you an array from ballet, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, tap, acrobatics, and more. The instructors who teach have been doing this for years! As for the little ones, you'll be amazed at how much they learn. The instructors are quite good with kids and reward them with stickers for good behavior. Lessons are typically held during the school year, but they also offer summer workshops. Also, if you refer other people to attend the school, you will receive a discount! Pictures. Pictures are always professionally done around the beginning of spring or so. I typically got a package of individual and group photo. You can see past group photos once you walk in the building to see what kind of quality you'll be getting. Recital. Recitals are divided according to level: Petite, Intermediate, Junior, Senior. So far they have all been held at Willet Hall in Portsmouth. The opening performances for each recital level are usually done by the Senior company which goes to show what level you can achieve if you keep at it... quite inspirational. By the end of the year, you truly see quality that you pay for. Overall, if you have a kid that is serious about dance, this is the place to go!

Great dance studio. My kids love going here and the teachers are awesome, high energy and very…read morepatient.

My husband and I took dance lessons here for two years and loved every minute!! We learned TONS of…read morestyles, including swing, waltz, hustle, tango, and cha-cha. Walter and Judy are amazing instructors, and incredibly talented dancers. They explained every step and made even the most daunting dance steps attainable. Our private lessons were filled with information, and at the same time were fun and very laid back. We took a number of group classes and attended social dances as well. Walter and Judy also taught us a dance routine for our wedding, which we proudly showed off with ease, along with all the other dance styles we had learned from them. If we hadn't moved away we would still take lessons today! I can't say enough good things about Two Step Tidewater. We not only learned dance steps and styles, but learned how to have fun while dancing with each other and in a social setting.

The best dance instruction out there! Walter and Judy are wonderful teachers! My husband and I went…read moreto learn to dance for our wedding, and have been hooked ever since. They will teach you all styles, from Latin to Ballroom to Hustle. They are very patient and demonstrate every step. Group lessons are also great, everyone gets an equal chance for dancing and improvement. They also offer social dance parties once a week, which is a great way to work on what you've learned. Highly recommended!!!!

Awesome team! My little one had an amazing time with MiM and we are looking forward to next season!read more

I beg your pardon, my granddaughter was registered well in advance to the start of this class…read more Then, the class was postponed a week later than we were scheduled. (For that, I received a phone call.) My daughter did not just "drop in" to the studio. I am positive that you do not have your facts straight as I submitted all requested registration documents through email to your office manager. Finally, I have reached out to you directly, to no avail, other than this yelp review response. If you had returned any of my correspondence, we could have cleared this up with no hard feelings.

Excellent customer service in terms of attentiveness and time spent during shoe fitting…read more Great selection of kids' dancewear. I went in for dance sneakers. They carry one black Bloch version, which my friends really like. Reasonable pricing.

We have had only great experiences in dealing with Maureen and her staff. The classes are well…read moreorganized and well taught. The space is not modern but it's highly functional for a dance school. This school has served us well over many years and all without costing us a fortune. It's located in a business area and easy to find.

Of course, I find a great place and .... they are closing down and moving! GAH! I've been taking…read moreclasses here for the past two months, and of all the places I've tried, the heels and chair classes here have been the best. They are designed for novices - not like some I've been to where clearly everyone is a pro who's been doing this for ages. The choreography is practical and can be used for "normal" people as well as interpreted for stage performance. I'm really hoping they end up finding a new space and starting back up because I've really loved all the of the instruction I've gotten here over the last few months.

For my birthday, I decided to book a private session at this studio with 8 other ladies. We had a…read moreblast! The instructor was very fun to be around. Energetic and enthusiastic about the class. She was very inspirational as she was a student herself and became an instructor. Miss Princess was very patient, easy going and very fun to be instructed by. Studio is a great place to try something new. The staff are awesome. Not once, did I ever feel self conscious about myself or anyone else. It is all about women empowerment and having a good time. I truly would be coming back to this studio.

I was excited when I saw a new small business, Kidcreate Art Studio was opening in the spring '21…read morein Newport News. I signed my granddaughter up for every activity in her age group. Each class is very affordable! The studio is in a strip mall on Warwick Blvd near Yates Elementary. It is a bright space with a variety of art supplies available to purchase for children, and a bright, colorful creating space with tables and stools. Some little kids fall off the stools but there are chairs available if desired. Ms Karen is the owner and she is delightful. She is very friendly and accommodating, but not overly so. The studio offers classes for children as young as 18 months, and as there is a wide variety of personalities and abilities, some children take awhile to get comfortable and some take to the structure right away. However there is no judgement or pressure for any child who may be having a melt down, and some do, or children who want to put project elements on upside down, or children who would rather sit on the floor or visit the caged birds that live at the studio. Some projects are very difficult for the younger children, but the age range for the classes my granddaughter attends is 18 months to 6 years, so there is quite a bit of adult involvement with the much younger children. The somewhat older children can attend on their own and parents can come back for them. Most projects have messy elements, and one of their "rules" is to have fun and get messy. Child height hand washing sinks are located close by, thankfully! I found a couple of projects too messy for my liking, but then, I'm about 60 years older than the kids the projects are designed for! As with any new business there are learning curves for the instructors who are likely getting all the elements together for a project they have never taught before. However the instructors generally are very hands off and let the children do what they feel comfortable doing while providing everything for a finished project. I look forward to supporting this business for several years to come, as long as my granddaughter is enjoying it.

Kidcreate studio is a wonderful place for kids to explore and learn arts and crafts. Our twins have…read morebeen going there for various functions and classes for several years and they love it! The staff is always friendly, helpful and responsive and we could not recommend this studio more highly!