Wonderful dance studio :) I can't speak highly enough of the teachers and owner. Check it out, you…read morewon't be disappointed :)

Walking into some dance studios you get the impression that there are already these groups formed…read moreof the students and that its going to be hard to integrate yourself or your kid into the mix. Walking into Legacy I have never had that experience. Each new person is brought into our family. I have been going to this studio for 9 years and each year brings new experiences, great people, and a whole lot of fun. I've found myself wanting to explore every form of dance that has ever been created and goodness knows this studio has no shortage of them. I'm amazed that in 9 years I have not only expanded on my technique but I never ran out of things to learn.

I moved to NC, and was trying to rekindle some of the creative theater kid energy I have lost over…read morethe years. I have physical disabilities and took dance for many years growing up, but it can be hard to find an inclusive experience as an adult. Davis Dance Company is just that. I love their musical theater happy hour classes, and the drop in options they have without committing to a regular class schedule. I have always felt welcome, and the vibes have always been positive. I'm making it a goal to go more regularly in the new year, and I recommend anyone who is curious about dance or wants to let their creative side shine, check it out!

I've been leary about body image concerns in introducing dance but this studio is amazing and…read moretotally focused on empowerment and what amazing things kids bodies can do. My daughter has been doing the musical theater class "Lights, Camera, Action!" with a YouTube video of their choreographed dance to a different musical each week. The teachers go above and beyond and really make everyone feel comfortable as they are. Easily accessible off the highway, and they have Boozy Ballet and Tipsy Tap classes I'm dying to try! Truly can't say enough about the teachers (recent alums from Eastern Carolina and sisters!). They're so sweet and do a great job with all of their classes. I can't wait to see them take off once the world discovers this gem of a studio!

When I found out that this studio was opening close to my house and offered adult classes, I was…read morebeyond excited! I took my free class and fell in love with the contemporary dance class. The instructor was very knowledgeable and skilled and made the class fun and inviting. I like how you can purchase 10 classes at a time too! Very clean and spacious room.

I wish I could give this school an extra 5 stars! Graceful Expressions is hands down the best dance…read morestudio in the area. The teachers are magnificent, the administration is helpful. We literally feel that our daughter's love of dancing is their primary focus. This is truly a supportive and nurturing place to learn to enjoy dancing.

Professional and fun. I walked in and was immediately impressed with the energy and enthusiasm of…read morethe students and staff. I haven't been in ages and was immediately welcomed right into a group class environment. I would highly recommend this location as a safe, accommodating and friendly environment!

Non Buyer Beware -My 68 year old mom went with a friend of hers to this studio for a "Bring a…read moreFriend" night. She had a nice time but had no intention of pursing lessons she was there just supporting a friend. After the class ended Paul approached her with a contract and began the sales pitch. Which you know I get it, you are trying to get business. My mom politely declined several times. I'm not sure if Paul misses social cues or is just not used to women saying no but he then got completely inappropriate. He asked her if she was declining because she had body issues then proceeded to tell her she must not love herself all because she wouldn't sign up for his stupid dance classes. Really? She's almost 70. This is a pathetic sales tactic, how dare you make women feel bad about themselves for saying no to you. If you did this to my mom I'm sure it's being done to other women once you can't make money off them. Do better.

Our daughter was there for a few years, and as much as she loved some of the teachers, the bullying…read morefrom the other dancers just got to be too much. Nothing was done about it because 4 girls paying for classes is greater than the 1 girl they were constantly bullying (emotionally, physically, and through the dance group social media.) She is sooooo much happier at another studio now, one of my biggest failings as a father was not stepping in and having her moved sooner.

We've been at CDP for a few years and really enjoy it. The teachers are passionate and great with…read morethe kids. The studio space is large with 5 different studios so they can offer a variety of times for age groups- which is great for this working mom. Their recitals are top notch and a real production. Their communication is great! Our only downside- they frequently have issues with the plumbing in their building which causes the toilets to be out of order (requires a run across the street to McDonalds for the bathroom).

My daughter and I absolutely love our studio. They have the highest quality training you will…read morereceive in North Carolina! If you are not ready for intense training, great ballet training, and year around classes then this may not be for you. But, if you want to receive top notch technique/ballet training and be trained to go professionally after high school then this is the place you want to come to! They have all levels to start from with Exel, Extreme, and Elite level companies. They have amazing quality teachers and the studio owner Summer is amazing and runs an amazing program!

My daughter has been dancing competitively for almost a decade now at a top notch dance company in…read moreWestern Wake, and we decided the time was right to try a different studio. I had heard mixed reviews of Renner, the main complaint being the lack of professionalism and the constant lying from both the owner Summer and the office administrator Debbi. In hindsight, I should've listened to the advice of those telling me to avoid Renner like the plague. Due to COVID, I first contacted Debbi and Summer about starting out with virtual classes. I was given very few options, but decided to enroll in a ZOOM class with Claudia another with Coleen, leaving the option open for adding many more classes in the near future. The first week went fine. Two classes, two successful ZOOM sessions. The second week, however, Colleen neglected to let the virtual dancers into class. After I sent Debbi and Summer and email telling them the situation, I was guaranteed they Colleen "had been talked to" and it was not going to happen again. Well, the following week, Colleen again failed to let the ZOOM dancers into class. Another email was composed to Summer and Debbi and again I was promised that it wouldn't happen again. Another week came and to my surprise, Colleen's class went without a hitch. This time, however, Claudia chose not to let the virtual students in the class, effectively shutting out all ZOOM students. I once again contacted Summer and Debbi and I was offered a make-up class on a different evening. However, after asking several times for the ZOOM codes for this make-up class, I was completely ignored by both. Out of eight classes I had paid for, only three classes were actually held. After inquiring about whether these classes were cancelled, I received a very unprofessional email from Summer making excuses and instead of solving the problem that so many students are having, she placed the blame on everyone else besides herself. If you want to be lied to, if you want to be jerked around, if you want to be a part of a disorganized mess with questionable business practices and mediocre instructors, this place is for you. If not, there are too many honest dance studios in Pittsboro-Cary-Apex-Holly Springs that are leaps and bounds over this amateur-ish operation. Choose one of the others instead.

3 stars is maybe generous here, but I'd be not so honest to give anything higher. We've been here…read morefor going on a year and my daughter learned more in one day from the princesses at Disney than she has here. The location is great for us and my daughter just likes acting goofy so we let her stay for now. If she continues to be interested, I will put her in a more serious program. On the administrative side, it's been less than stellar given early troubles with costume ordering. We followed details to a T, and as a first time dance mom was a bit neurotic. Costumes arrived and you not only had to melt her I to it, but craftsmanship was poor as there were visible tears in the fabric in multiple spots. Uncertain of what to do, I naturally turned to the dance studio front staff who were rude and basically said I must not have paid attention to the instructions. Needless to say, I was clearly on my own to find a remedy which was not only irritating and confusing but costly. On a side note, and maybe by design but the front lobby is always packed and boiling degrees given it's small cramped size.

I was skeptical to start my daughter in dance lessons at 4 years old, but she expressed a love for…read moredance so we gave Starpath a try. Their teachers really understand and know how to work well with children. I'm amazed at the patience they have with the young age groups and how they can not only keep young ones engaged in a class, but also manage to have relative success in teaching them routines. When my daughter started at Starpath she had a hard time focusing and doing what the class was told to do, but after a few months she was focusing and following instructions better, memorizing steps and routines, showing off what she was learning to us at home, and having a blast with the music and activities incorporated in class. Students are awarded with stars and get a lot of encouragement. They performed their recital at the Carolina Theater. I thought my daughter would be shy on such a large stage, but the teachers gave them multiple opportunities to get a acclimated to it and had practiced with the students so much that they did great. I was so proud to see my daughter front and center in her group on stage performing her choreography and smiling brightly. She loved the experience and is now half way through her second year at Starpath. I love seeing her grow as a dancer and have a great time in class with her friends. The Starlight Tots and Starlight Kids classes have been a great foundation to develop her love of dance and music. Now when she dances, she performs the choreography confidently and really shines.

My daughter just completed the hip hop summer class and I am so impressed by how this whole…read moreinstitute is run! Hats off to the enthusiastic teachers! Compared to other dance places we've been to...this is by far the best. Plenty of seating for parents. Monitors up for you to watch your kiddo. And everything so organized and well run. Thanks DDI and I hope we'll be back soon for more!

After being at this studio for ten years here are the reasons I would not recommend it…read more 1. . If you're looking for a studio with an owner who doesn't have a backbone this is the studio for you. 2. If you're looking for a studio that allows volunteer parents to discipline students without the other child parents being present this is the studio for you. 3. If you're looking for a studio that allows kids to rip masks off other kids faces with no consequences this is the studio for you. 4. If you want a studio where kids are allowed to come to class after being home from school the same day with fevers this is the studio for you. ( This happened multiple times and the administration did nothing) my child had the kid who came with a fever cough in her face and thought it was funny. This is the studio for you. 5. If you're looking for a studio where you volunteer over 600 hours in one year and are still treated like crap by the owner this is the studio for you. 6. If you are looking for a studio where parent volunteers basically manipulate to get what they want for their kids and are allowed to get away with whatever they want even lying and having other families ask to leave the studio ( after ten loyal years) this is the studio for you. 7. If you want parent drama, bullying ( by students and parents), and false accusations made about you that are never even investigated this is the studio for you. WFYB I give 4 out of 5 But DDI 1 out of 5 This studio has changed over the years and not for the best. If you are taking recreational classes you will probably be fine but if your child is asked to join any of the companies I would be very concerned.