This might be a great dance studio if you signed your kid up young and then have been there for…read moreyears and years but if you have a child that is older, fourth/fifth or sixth grade, it's not great at all. Everyone, including the teachers are very much a clique and not the most welcoming. They don't take time with new kids or kids that are new to dance. They don't do anything to encourage a comfortable atmosphere for new kids and are very non-responsive when trying to get a hold of them. My daughter really wanted to be part of dance but after a few classes felt so disconnected and uncomfortable I just couldn't force her to go anymore. If you sign up, just know that if it doesn't work out you need to give a 30 day notice of cancellation, even if your child doesn't attend during that time, you will be charged.

We are new to BDC this year and their performing company tap classes are first rate! My daughter…read morehas also really enjoyed rec jazz and hip hop. The performing groups are competitive but supportive of each other, and everyone has a blast.

We signed up for Tiny Toes in preparation for preschool. To…read moremy shock the classes is not just follow along songs. They are  working motor skills, balance and listening skills without even realizing they're learning. And I get to see all this thru their viewing window while she learns some independence. Miss T and Miss Erika are seriously the best and they always have sticker incentives which are a BIG hit lol. We can't wait to start our next class.

My daughters has been attending Moonstar Dance Studio for the past 3 years, and I couldn't be…read morehappier with the experience they're having. From day one, the staff has been warm, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth--not just as dancers, but as confident young individuals. The instructors are incredibly talented and nurturing. They strike the perfect balance between discipline and fun, which has really helped my daughter develop both her technique and her love for dance. She comes home from class energized, excited, and proud of what she's learning. I also really appreciate the studio's clear communication with parents, and commitment to creating a positive and inclusive environment. Recitals and performances are beautifully done, and it's clear how much effort the staff puts into every detail.

All classes are very advanced and very cis white female. I wish there was more inclusion and…read moreinformation before signing up.

ETA - In response to Tasha S's review below. First and foremost, NONE OF THE WOMEN pictured are the…read moreowner. In fact, the owner is a single woman with no human child of her own. In addition on the day of the encounter, the owner was busy at the studio all day with auditions. The studio should not be held accountable for an alleged interaction with the studio's customers. That review has nothing to do with the studio or the owner. In addition, as a fellow fat dance mom I can confirm that every one of those women has been welcoming to me and my daughter. I have never felt a speck of judgment for my weight or body. These women and their daughters have always been kind and respectful. My daughter left her studio of 6 years in her junior year just for the opportunity to train with the staff at Elevate. We were extremely nervous about making such a significant decision so far into her dance training but to say that we are thrilled with the results is an understatement! Not only is the staff at Elevate top-notch but the dancers welcomed my daughter and made her feel like she had always been a part of their company. I highly recommend this studio!

I have been dancing with Maralee's for over 10 years and have absolutely loved my experience here!…read moreStarting dance later in life at age 14 can have its challenges; however, the instructors and studio atmosphere at Maralee's made me feel at home. I tried other studios in the past, but ultimately felt a sense of family and belonging here. The instructors did an incredible job of challenging me while also allowing me to grow at my own pace which is not always the case at every studio. The Worthington's are truly like family to me, and I have made friendships to last a lifetime. Now as an instructor, I feel incredibly grateful to have had these experiences as I get to teach other kids during such formative years of their life. Confidence, musicality, kindness and connection are some of the attributes you can expect to gain from coming to Maralee's Dance.

I cannot say enough great things about this place and the family who runs it! I work for an…read moreorganization that provides advocacy services to survivors of human trafficking. I reached out to Tammy, at Maralee's, about the idea of hosting a survivor leadership event at their studio. She was quick to respond and so incredibly generous, offering not only their space but access to their tables, chairs, lights, sound system, beverages, everything we could ever want or need. Not only that, but the staff here were so helpful and supportive along the way, offering to help set up and asking nothing in return. Everyone had such a fun and memorable time dancing the day away. So thankful for Maralee's!

child has A.d.h.d and certain delays, has been to physical, speech therapy and has an IEP…read more We were invited to join some of the Ballet classes by a friend of ours who has used this dance studio in the past. We were informed we could try out the classes once before deciding if we would be joining the studio. My friend was the one who brought my daughter to the first class which she got the times mixed up and my daughter and her friend ended up in the level three ballet class on Tuesday at 5:00 pm. In class my daughter was concerned about another student, and decided to ask the teacher about the other student who was sitting out at the time. The teacher in an unprofessional and snappy manner instructed my daughter to mind her own business. This is a Grown adult talking to a child, and very unprofessional. We let it slide thinking everyone has a bad day, and decided we would try again ,we ended up coming back this week for the level 2 ballet at 4. From what I was told, is the Teacher who does the level 3 class also runs the level 2 class. From what the front desk told me, was my child was disruptive in the classroom, and the teacher was having trouble keeping her on track, instead of excusing my daughter from the classroom , saying this level was not for her , the teacher proceeded to ask my child with disabilities how old she was in front of the other students and when she answered 10, the teacher asked other students to participate in raising their hand if they were also 10 , and when the class did she publicly bullied and embarrassed my daughter by telling her she should act more like them. My child and her friend exited out into the bathroom and my child cried and wanted to leave ,They left the studio shortly after. This is grown adult, talking to and teaching children, including ones with disabilities .The teacher should have professionally excused Ashley from the classroom, It is unacceptable for a teacher to behave in a unprofessional manner towards anyone let alone children. I emailed the director , and never received anything back , it's been over a week. So if you would like your children with or without disability be bullied by a teacher and humiliated , while being ignored by the director herself , this is the place for you and your child. Please do better

My daughter has been dancing at Element for 6 years. Element has a team of professionals who truly…read morecare about each and every dancer in their program. My daughter has her sights on a dance career and I trust the staff at Element to help her realize her goals!

Leilani has been INCREDIBLE! We have been working with her on the first dance for me and my fiancé…read moreand the father daughter dance. We decided to go with the 7 dance package which seems like a great amount. My fiancé and I did 4 classes while my dad and I took 3. Leilani is giving us some great tips and tricks to make our dances look amazing. She is so encouraging with me and my fiancé and is also very encouraging and patient with my dad who does not have much past dance experience. I think 4 lessons is a great amount for a first dance since we are doing a minute and a half and we have a relatively good sense of rhythm. This will definitely be dependent on how quickly you can learn though (my dad and I covered in 3 lessons what my fiancé and I covered in 1). We had such a wonderful time learning from Leilani and now that our wedding has happened my husband and I have gotten so many compliments on how lovely our dance was. TLDR: patient and encouraging instructor, worth the investment

Going to a ton of weddings recently, I realized for my own wedding I didn't want to high school…read moreslow dance in front of all my friends and family for 5 minutes to start off the reception. Instead, I wanted something "cool". I don't know how to dance. My wife does a bit... but I move like a rock... We hired Leilani to help choreograph our first wedding waltz for our wedding. The classes were about once a week for about 8 weeks. Each lesson was 45 minutes and at the end we had a beautiful waltz which we presented at our wedding. Things I really liked: Leilani was super easy to work with. We basically told her what we wanted, and she built a dance routine exactly to what we were envisioning. She is also nice to a fault. Sometimes I messed up so badly, but instead of reprimand she always had something nice to say. I've never failed so badly yet have someone complement the gracefulness of the way I failed. She recorded the dance steps each weekly so we could study and emailed us the queues. I think the most impressive thing to me was none of the routine was recycled. We constantly moved across the room throwing in different movements. We got in a lift, a drop, and a really nice ending pose. The final result was a gorgeous routine. Everyone at the wedding raved about how awesome it was. Definitely money and time well spent.

Holly and her team are wonderful teachers and dancers and are so great with the kids. Hillsboro…read moreDance Center is also concerned and taker precautions for the children's safety and my concerns as a parent of a 4-year-old girl. They couldn't be in better hands for dance classes for kids. Positive Communication, Professional, High Quality, and a Great Value.

My dance partner and I had danced on Sunday and really enjoyed the Beauty of the Ballroom , the…read morepeople and the music. I have a new partner who I have interest in coming back to dance. I was wondering if they still offer the dancing on Sunday later in the evening. I really enjoyed it. Thank you. Keith Neuman

Moving your feet isn't so bad when you have a company like this leading the way. It's the…read morepractical way of pursuing one's Dancing With The Stars dream, only in a much slower pace just short of a Dance Dance Revolution. From the fox trot to the tango, they've got it all. Classes are going to range from $35-50 per month / 5 weeks, which I think is a fairly good deal considering all of the dance instruction. Most people who I've encountered here seem very happy with the whole set up. Facilities are top notch as there is plenty of room to dance and rest along the sidelines. Though class enrollment fills up quickly, the actual onsite classes have just enough people to make sure everyone gets some bit of individual attention. The instructors here are super friendly and specialize in all sorts of different dance styles. Not everyone is born with twinkle toes, but they seem to do a great job in being patient and helping people get to where they want to be. Fear not solo visitors, they're also very good at pairing people with the right skill level. For those interested in taking their dancing to another level, this is a place to also train for competition. I've seen some photos of locals who are now professionals after taking their first dance steps here as a beginner. Whether you're a notice or a professional, this is an excellent place to learn. And if that's not enough, this is an excellent alternative to the gym for people looking to get fit.