We have been at Westside Dance for 10 years and absolutely love the boutique feel where the dance…read moreteachers know all the students and their names. The kids also have a sense of belonging because it does feel like a community...especially when everyone comes to together for the special productions like the "Nutcracker Sweet" and the Spring recital. Miss Jen and Miss Kat and Miss Ashley are all incredibly talented dancers in their own rights, but more importantly- they are fabulous role models especially to young girls and they care so deeply about each student. We couldn't be happier and higher recommend Westside Dance to anyone consider a ballet studio for their child.

This will be our eleventh year with Westside Dance, and we feel truly blessed to have found such an…read moreexceptional dance studio. Our daughter has blossomed into a radiant ballerina under the guidance of Ms. Jen and Ms. Kat, whose extraordinary teaching gift has been a constant source of inspiration. We are deeply grateful to be a part of this beautiful ballet journey. Thank you, Westside Dance!

I decided to take my daughter here for to try out their hip hop dance classes. She loved it! The…read moreinstructor was so nice and patient. The owners were also super friendly and answered any questions I had. I'm so happy I found somewhere that is close by, affordable, and a fun place for my daughter to learn little dances!

We tried this studio after having a less-than-great experience at another one in town. The owners…read moreare SO kind and attentive, and fielded my dozens of questions before we even did a trial class. During the trial class, my daughter (2.5 years) was participating and connecting with the teacher within the first few minutes. By contrast, she didn't participate much at the other studio even after multiple classes. And it's because the teachers at the dance network are so compassionate and engaging. We have since told friends and family to join us at the dance network! When you walk into the studio it has such a calm, home-like vibe and it's just completely unpretentious, which is hard to find around here. So glad we found this place!

My daughter started dancing at MDC over a year ago. She immediately fell in love with the…read moreenvironment. As well as the amazing owner Betsy Woyach and the rest of the faculty. She also met some great friends that she had enjoyed dancing with. MDC is an excellent studio that focuses on the quality of their dances and not the quantity of each class. This isn't another overrated but turned out a basic studio. MDC has a unique vibe that is filled with different personalities yet a happy and very healthy dance family. I'm grateful that we found MDC because this has been my daughter's local Disneyland spot, it's her happy place! This is the place to take your child if they love to dance and has a passion for dancing. I also want to mention how heartwarming and friendly all the parents are. The same with each MDC dancer. They're humble and not just great dancers, I mean they can dance (no joke) but they're also very beautiful inside and out as well. Thank you, Betsy, for creating such a wonderful place for our kids. You're the true definition of a great dance teacher! I enjoy watching you rehearse with Yzabelle. Love your dancing with rapping skills. We love you!

So thankful that my daughter has a dance family that is so loving, fun, supportive, and passionate…read more We had no idea when we embarked on this adventure eight years ago, that our daughter would grow into the dancer she is today. She has formed lifelong relationships with dancers that have a similar focus and devoted work ethic. My normally more reserved and shy girl has found a platform where she can really shine and express herself. She loves it and has so much fun! Thank you so much Betsy and the #MDCFamily

My wife and I have been going to Arthur Murray Santa Barbara for about three years, and we…read moregenuinely love it. The instructors are knowledgeable, approachable, and easy to work with. They do a great job meeting you where you are and making lessons enjoyable without feeling intimidating. We're always greeted warmly by Val when we walk in, which sets the tone right away. With all the group classes, parties, and events, the studio really feels like a second family. The social atmosphere is a big part of why we keep coming back, and it's something we truly appreciate. If you're looking for a welcoming place to learn to dance and be part of a community, we highly recommend it.

Arthur Murray Santa Barbara provides a second to none dance learning and enjoyment experience. The…read morestudio offers instruction in dozens of different dances, ranging from smooth style like waltz, tango, and foxtrot, rhythm such as rumba, cha cha, and swing, latin like salsa and bachata, and even country western. The Arthur Murray professional instructors consistently demonstrate complete competence, kindness, and patience. The studio is warm, quite inviting, and tastefully decorated, and is a great place to meet new people, especially during the many offered free group classes. Dancing is excellent for both mind and body health, and whether the desire is to become a good social dancer, or to compete at the various formal annual events, the Arthur Murray program will lead you to fulfilling your dance goals.

Growing up, my mother was an owner of a large dance studio and she taught tap. I spent my childhood…read morelearning lots of dance -- especially ballet, tap and jazz. So when I was looking for a dance studio for my daughter, I wanted the same quality instruction, small classes and creative dance recitals with lots of fun and support. Dance Unlimited fits my requirements perfectly! Lisa, and the other instructors my daughter has taken lessons from, have been just wonderful. I think it especially hard to find someone who really understands tap -- and tap is Lisa's special background. The girls in my daughter's combo ballet/tap class were able to vote if they wanted to do a ballet or tap routine in the holiday recital and they all chose tap! Please come and watch this creative show and support Dance Unlimited! Dos Pueblos High School, Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 6pm-8pm Lisa also does a lot of community outreach and has performed at the farmer's market, Lemon Festival and other events. The prices for classes are very reasonable. This is a great local studio with high quality instruction and lots of heart!

Dance Unlimited is the most wonderful place for kids AND adults…read more The Owner, Lisa Walsh, is one of the sweetest people and a wonderful and patient teacher. She is also one of the best tap dancers in the state. I have been taking lessons off and on for the past 15 years and have loved the experience. She is a real gem in the dance world, and this city is lucky to have her and her wonderful dance studio.

Our youngest daughter has danced at this studio for years. Recently, I witnessed her father…read morebringing recording equipment to rehearsals and filming full performances of other dancers from behind. I documented this and reported it to the studio. Their response? It was "just a parent" filming, and they saw no need to take further action--even refusing to ask parents to only record their own children. In today's world, where recordings of young girls can end up misused online, I expected more awareness and safeguards from the management. A simple policy or announcement would go a long way, but instead, they offered a vague, dismissive response. I find this lack of action concerning and irresponsible. If your priority is your child's safety, I recommend finding a studio that takes it seriously and sets clear boundaries around filming.

We LOVE this dance studio so much! It has such a positive culture that encourages strong girls (and…read moreboys), healthy body image and teamwork. The instructors are encouraging and professional. I love that when I call the studio there is always a staff person I can talk to and they are so helpful. They also want to work with your financial situation and have payment plans or volunteer trades to make it feasible. My daughter dances here 5 days a week and is in company and she's loves it so much!

Every time I'm in SB, my aunt takes me to Zumba here. And I'm ALWAYS exhausted after. Worth the…read moretime, worth the drive. Worth the pain. I found myself looking forward to this class the last time I came to SB. High energy, great music, everyone just likes to have fun. But trust me, you'll feel it. 10/10

This was my first time doing Zumba and I loved my experience! I went on a Tuesday evening with a…read morefew friends and for one hour, we danced, smiled and had a great time. This is great for all ages, genders and experience levels. I lack in coordination but it didn't matter! Everyone was having fun. My one class was $16 but they have discounts if you buy one of the package deals.

Classes are always affordable and teachers are amazing and highly knowledgeable! The environment is…read morealways also so welcoming.

I found ME Sabor when I was interested in learning and improving my Latin dance skills during the…read morepandemic. I saw that they were offering outdoor classes at Oak Park so I began coming to classes every week or so and saw so much improvement in my dancing, styling, and confidence. They were finally able to reopen for social dance nights at the studio (or sometimes at local venues like SoHo) so I started going to those and have had so much fun. Before the social, they offer a partner bachata class for all levels (no partner needed) so that anyone can feel confident going into the social knowing some foundations. The socials always have a live DJ and draw in a crowd of all ages from all over Santa Barbara and neighboring cities. The party goes all night long and is a great way to get some serious cardio on, and meet folks in the community. The studio has three different sized dance floors that can be used to hold simultaneous classes or the spaces can be opened and combined. They also rent out studio space to other dance instructors and groups so you might find other classes at ME Sabor like yoga, samba, hip hop, heels, or aerial hammock. The directors Marco and Erika bring skill, passion, and energy to their classes. Instructors Jonathan and Angela make you feel supported no matter what level you're at when you come in the doors. They offer all kinds of dance classes but are most known for their salsa footwork and bachata partner dancing classes. They also offer folklorico, private lessons, teen and kids classes, and choreograph for weddings, quinceañeras, and other special events. They often host specialized workshops on weekends where they bring in world-renowned dancers from all over which are open to the public. I've had an awesome time taking these workshops and have been able to learn so much. ME Sabor also leads various dance teams which travel to different festivals and perform. These teams are open to all ages and ability levels so anyone can join! They offer classes all throughout the day and evening so you can always find something that fits your schedule. Whether you want to improve your dance technique or spend a night out social dancing, ME Sabor is the studio to visit!