Ella and the staff keep this AF cleaner than any AF I have ever been in. The equipment is kept in…read morerepair also better than many AF I have attended.

Best in town and I love everything about it. Great prices and selection of hours and styles and…read moreteachers.

My daughter has danced here for 4 years. All of the teachers are very kind and helpful. They may be…read moretough at times but they really care about the dancers. They push the girls to be their best. This studio has taught my daughter many important life lessons. Everyone at this studio is very kind and helpful. Especially the seniors, they are very helpful and responsible. They are wonderful leaders and are always helping younger girls with anything from makeup to figuring out their competition schedule. If you want a studio who cares about your kids and their well-being, go to KMoniques!

My daughter has danced at K. Monique's for six years and we could not be happier with the training…read moreshe has received, but more importantly is the love and encouragement she is shown daily from the instructors here! It truly is a family and we love it! Ella has developed a bond with the girls at the studio that will last a lifetime. Thank you Kristin, Cassi, and Bradi for all the love and direction you have shown Ella. I can't wait to see what the future holds!

We highly recommend Karen to anyone interested in ballroom dance! She is professional, and highly…read moreknowledgeable about many different styles of dance. We also appreciate her patience and enthusiasm as an instructor. Our lessons were always fun, enjoyable, and productive!

From the owner: Welcome! Experience the grace, rhythm, and beauty of ballroom dancing with Compass Rose Ballroom…read more With care and attention, we tailor lessons to meet your needs and goals. Choose from over twenty unique dances including Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Salsa, Tango, Rumba, and more. Whether you’re dancing socially, preparing for a special event, or aiming for competitions, we’ve got you covered. Benefit from the expertise of our professionally certified dance instructor, who brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to every lesson, inspiring you to excel in your dance journey. Join us and embark on a dance adventure like no other! - Professionally Certified through AIDA & DVIDA - Over 10 years of teaching experience - Currently Competing Professional - Professional Smooth Rising Star and Open Finalist - Holds current membership with the NDCA, PDF, AIDA, and USA Dance

My daughter started at Pure Dance Works 2 years ago in the Dewdrop program when she was 18 months…read moreold. This year she entered the Sparkle program and attends class by herself now. She just got the opportunity to be in her first performance! Every staff member I've encountered has been extremely kind, knowledgeable, and professional. Pure Dance Works does a great job communicating regularly with parents, and everything is extremely well organized. The positive and encouraging environment they provide and the values for which they stand will keep us coming back. My daughter loves going to dance here, and I love all she is learning!

My daughter started here when she was three and it's been a year and a half now of watching he…read moreblossom into a little dancer! She adores all her teachers (as do I) and looks forward to dancing with her ballet friends every week. I truly love this studio for the community they facilitate and love for dance they've instilled in my daughter. I get to watch her learn discipline and respect while making friends and enjoying every minute of class!

I have been taking lessons at Fred Astaire Fort Wayne for about a year and it has been an amazing…read moreexperience! All of the instructors are wonderful people and very knowledgeable dancers. They truly care about you and help you progress as a dancer and as a person too. The other students are fantastic people as well. They are extremely welcoming and happy to have someone new begin. Personally, dancing with Fred Astaire Fort Wayne has been very therapeutic for me and ironically, I didn't realize I needed something therapeutic in my life. I have been very blessed to stumble upon this new hobby that will be with me the rest of my life. My only regret is that I didn't start sooner!

Fred Astaire is a welcoming and hospitable dance studio. The instructors are well-trained,…read moreencouraging who will create a program for you at your level. In addition, students have the opportunity to practice their new skills at dance parties, which also provide a great way to have fun and make new friends. I would recommend this studio to anyone. Christel G.

Last month I took my family to see the Nutcracker Ballet by the Fort Wayne Ballet in the Arts…read moreUnited Center. My family have seen that ballet done before in Miami, Florida by the Miami City Ballet. We moved nearby to Van Wert, back in 2020, and were excited to finally see ballet again. My family and I also love in particular the Nutcracker ballet so we were especially excited. Moreover, my mother's breast cancer surgery was schedule a few weeks after this and I was hoping this would cheer her up. First thing i will say, is I love how the ballet company was selling nutcracker Christmas ornaments. One of my two Christmas trees in my house is one decorated in that theme, so I took advantage and bought several ornaments I did not have to add to my tree. The ornaments are made by Kurt Adler, which are great quality... well worth the price. They also sold nutcrackers (of course), and they were selling nutcracker themed chocolate from local chocolatier DeBrand Chocolates. Since I am chocolate obsessed, I also bought some. Already just a few steps in, I was happy due to the goodies I was taking home. Before I entered the area in the Arts United Center where the ballet was taking place, there was a booth for the Fort Wayne Humane Society. They were there to get support from the public and also go showcase a few of the animals they have up for adoption. Two small little black kittens, who were a few months old and two cute dogs. I thought it was very nice of the ballet company to have this booth there, i love animals. What was really cool, is those two dogs up for adoption actually were part of the ballet. They showed up as the dogs of several of the adults who brought their children to the Christmas celebration that forms the beginning of the ballet. What a clever idea! The scenery of the ballet was incredibly well done. The Arts United Center is a bit spartan, less beautiful and decorated than other theaters I have gone to. To make it beautiful, and make you believe you are in a literal winter wonderland, you have to have incredible set design... which they did. I loved how before intermission, right as the curtains were dropping... artificial show came down from the ceiling onto everyone watching the ballet. Wow! Magical! Were the dancers as polished as those in Miami? No. But wow, I enjoyed the ballet more in Fort Wayne due to all the things I described above. It was just a better overall experience. When my family got home, I got onto their website and got tickets for future productions. My family had a wonderful time! My mom left with a smile on her face! I added some beautiful ornaments to my tree! I love Fort Wayne Ballet!

Excellence in dance instruction from a World renowned professional company of dancers. I highly…read morerecommend training your young dancer and they even have dance classes for adults. There numerous options for the classical ballet dance enthusiast, as well as the modern and lyrical dance enthusiast throughout their performance series. Don't miss out on our region is most incredible performances, and dance!

I am both a grandmother to dancers at Sparkle and Shine Dance and the proud mother of the studio…read moreowner, and I couldn't be more proud of what this place has become. I've had the joy of watching it grow from the very beginning, and it's incredible to see the community it has built. The studio is so warm and welcoming. I've watched children's confidence bloom here, friendships form that will last a lifetime, and dancers continue to advance in their skills. Many of the kids think of it as their "dance family," and I can see why. The dancers themselves are turning out to be such wonderful little role models--kind, encouraging, and always making others feel welcome. Miss Christy pours her heart into this studio. She not only teaches and choreographs most of the classes but also puts so much thought and care into every detail--making sure things are done right and done well. She is wonderful with the kids--patient, encouraging, and clearly passionate about what she does. And while Christy is the heart of the studio, she has a couple of other wonderful teachers alongside her, who also bring their own energy, talent, and care to the classes. The tumbling program has been especially exciting to watch grow. Christy and Miss Jordan work together with the tumblers, helping them push toward new skills and celebrating with them when they succeed. It's a joy to see their faces light up when they finally master something new. I also want to take a moment to thank Heather for all of her help. There is so much work that goes into running a studio beyond what people see on the surface, and Heather's help has truly been a blessing. Another thing that makes Sparkle and Shine Dance stand out is Christy's dedication to keeping dance affordable. She works hard to make sure prices are significantly lower than other studios in the area because it matters to her that every child who wants to dance has the chance to. Whether kids are interested in recreational classes for fun or want the challenge of joining the competition team, Sparkle and Shine Dance offers a supportive, uplifting environment for them to thrive. As both a grandmother and a mother, I feel an enormous sense of pride in everything Christy and her team have accomplished. Sparkle and Shine Dance is truly something special.