This is a great new place to learn to dance! They have group classes, private lessons and frequent…read morepractice parties. My husband and I take ballroom dance private lessons from Marta Rodriguez and Nick Rodriguez - in the rhythm styles: Chacha, rhumba, east coast swing, bolero and mambo. Love them! We've also observed Marta giving lessons to a competitive figure skater improving her musicality and expression and a couple preparing to dance at their son's wedding. Really kind instructors who teach you at the level where you are. My husband/dance partner and I are competitive dancers came to Marta looking to add more advanced styling and improve some areas where we weren't in synch. She is a champion dancer (in her native Poland) but is able to "push" us just enough (a little at a time). We've seen Nick for years teaching at other studios and dancing with his students at competitions and showcases. He always makes his students look great -dancing well and feeling confident. Next month it will be us dancing pro/am with Nick (me) and Marta (my husband)! We will also be dancing with each other.

The Dance Lab is upbeat, friendly, and genuinely fun. This is not the stuffy environment one might…read moreexpect from a ballroom studio! From the moment you walk in, you feel welcomed -- whether you come alone or with a partner, it truly feels like joining a dance family. The studio itself is warm, vibrant, and incredibly supportive. As a former dancer, I've experienced some stressful environments in the past. After not dancing for nine years, returning to movement at The Dance Lab has been so refreshing. The owner and instructors are encouraging, positive, and focused on making dance joyful again. The studio is welcoming for all ages, and there are also parties and fun events that make the experience even more special. The Dance Lab is a place where you can learn, grow, and genuinely enjoy dancing. If you are thinking about dancing for the first time or returning to dance, this is your sign!

I took a line dance class, and Kevin was thorough and attentive! I learned so much and had a great…read moreworkout. Brittni served us snacks in between dances and water to keep us hydrated. She was very accommodating. Can't wait to come back!

WARNING: NOT LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY…read more My girlfriend and I came here for their beginners salsa class for a date night and had an unfortunate experience with the instructor, Carl. He gave us a hard time for wanting to dance together and called us out mid class saying "well usually it's men as leads and women as followers but hey, it's 2025, who am I to judge." It was uncomfortable and unnecessary to call us out when we just wanted to be treated like what we are...a normal couple on a date night. I reached out to the owner afterwards to see if they could amend the situation and sadly got no response. I wanted to make sure other queer couples didn't have the same experience as us. We will definitely not be returning and will be sure to let others know about our negative experience.

Went to Jaime before our wedding (11/5/22). She choreographed 2 dances for us. While we are by no…read moremeans professionals, she had us doing spins, lifts, and 1 flip in our routines. I highly recommend her business. She is so fun, kind, and she is an amazing teacher. We are forever grateful and absolutely going back for more lessons because it's also a fun date night!

We have become a part of Elite's Academy of Dance family last year. My daughter loves to dance and…read morewe found this new program to better fit her needs. I have seen the studio perform at a Dance Competition and was impressed with the quality of dance, the choreography, music and costume choices. What impressed me the most, however, was the team's camaraderie. These kids are so supportive of each other that I wished for my daughter to experience something this awesome. They looked so "happy" to be there and doing what they love. The studio has many dancers and parents so it's definitely not possible to know everyone but there is a special inclusiveness that I feel. The staff is phenomenal. The studio Director, Jennie Newman-Scheiwe is an amazing leader that I can't praise enough. What impressed me about her professionalism is how extremely organized she is and how she provides the parents patiently with detailed information about everything and always seems to go the extra mile. Her students are thought to be kind and welcoming towards new dancers and because there are so many kids, it seems like friendships form easily. There is room for any dancer, of any level and commitment. It was a tough choice for my daughter to switch studios and she did not transition easily. It was hard for me as well to watch her struggle and to put herself in this new environment. It was a big challenge for her, but Elite's studio culture and welcoming attitude of the staff, teachers and dancers made it so much easier each time she stepped inside. I consider us still being new to the studio but I am impressed so far and can't wait to find out what the future brings. When people ask me, "how is Elite?" I say "it's truly great", but you would need to see it for yourself to believe it, because it's not something one can explain. Change is good sometimes. I highly recommend Elite Academy of Dance as the best studio around!

From the owner: Elite Academy of Dance Provides Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern Lyrical, Adult & Child Zumba…read moreClasses, Tiny Toes & Combo Classes, Musical Theatre Services to the South Elgin, IL Area.

I have danced at ASA for 5 years and I love it here. I don't know where I would be without ASA ( a…read morestep above dance academy). I don't now if I would be dancing and I am very happy to be at ASA because I have grown so much as a dancer and as a person. I have done amazing at all my competitions with my solos, duets and groups. I feel like Shannon ( the director and owner of ASA) really spends as much time back stage as possible so I can go on stage feeling confident in what I put on that stage. I love ASA.

From the owner: A Step Above Dance Academy offers high quality dance education to all ages and levels. Ballet,…read morePre-Professional Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Acro-dance, Pre-School classes, competitive and performance groups, there is something for everyone. As Batavia's premiere dance studio, we promote proper technique and training in a safe and positive environment for all. ASA has been voted Batavia's BEST dance school in 2015 & 2016! A Step Above Dance Academy features: - 6,200 square feet - 4 spacious studios - Comfortable parent waiting area - Sprung marley floors - ASA Boutique - Large parking lot

Dance Dynamics is an excellent school, and I have danced here all the way up until I graduated as a…read moremember of their competition team. They provided me with the training & technique I needed to join my college dance team, and now I am an NIU Silverette Alumni. So grateful for Brittnie and all of my past instructors at this studio!! This is the most positive, supportive environment you can find in a dance studio.

This is my first year at Dance Dynamics and it has been amazing! The classes are so much fun, the…read moreteachers are super supportive, and I've already learned so much. I'm loving it here and can't wait to keep growing this upcoming season!

After some emails, there was a misunderstanding so I brought my 13 year old on the wrong week for a…read moretrial class. The owner seemed a little rude that week, but I thought maybe she was having a bad day. But that is not my frustration. We returned the second week for the trial class. The entry is very small and we were told to tell the desk we were there for a trial class. First, the owner was very condescending and responded, "Can you give me a moment?" In a very short tone and a fake smile. At that point I was unsure whether this is someone I wanted to deal with on a weekly basis. But the final straw was - we stepped aside and waited, and waited, and waited. She then goes into a class and starts teaching it! We remained ignored. So I asked another woman. In the meantime the class starts. We find out the trial class is with children 11 and under. My 13 year old was done. Had the owner not seemed so nasty at even ONE interaction, it may have changed our mind. But we have already spoken to two other places that had a VERY different approach. ~Dr.K

My daughter has been dancing with Dreams since they opened the doors. She has come so far and has…read morelearned so many life lessons while doing something she loves. Jenny has shown her compassion, patience and her love of dance as well. This is the perfect place for boys and girls to have a wonderful dance experience.

We did lessons with Debbie and had her choreograph our first dance for our wedding, and we are so…read morehappy we did! The whole experience from learning the dance to the actual moment was one of my favorite wedding memories. Every dance lesson was like a little date leading up to the wedding, and then the actual moment was absolutely perfect and something I will never forget. We also got the most amazing pictures from it! I would definitely recommend LUX. Debbie really knows what she is doing and is a great teacher, her studio is beautiful, and she just has an awesome personality and is someone you want to work with.

My wife and I have been attending Lux Studio since it opened. We have our lesson on Friday night…read moreand then go to dinner making a great date night. Debbie is a fantastic teacher with tons of patience. Through her guidance, we have become proficient enough to dance with confidence at weddings, cruises, and other public venues. We are no longer the pathetic couple sitting at the table watching everyone else have fun. We would highly recommend Lux Dance Studio as the place to learn ballroom dancing or prepare for a wedding venue. There are also lux on-site events that help you to take the skills you learned in class and apply them in a public setting. Debbie is the best!!!!!!

Looking at all these nice reviews you would think this place would be amazingly reliable and…read moreprofessional. I was so excited on the day of MY Bachelorette Party to come to this establishment and have some fun with my Brides Maids. Instead, we arrived to locked doors, lights out and no one in the building. We waited and waited to see if anyone would show up. No one did. Someone forgot to actually schedule the class time. So no one knew to be there for our class. I understand mistakes happen. I do. But wouldn't you check to be sure you scheduled our class time before you took our $150 deposit??

Love tiger lily! Great atmosphere and amazing work out! Cara makes every class so much fun!read more

DancEncounter was my home of dance from age 8-18. My training here propelled me to earn a college…read moredegree in dance. Several years after college, I am currently a full time professional dance artist and instructor based in Minneapolis. I always make sure to stop by the studio when I am home. The training/technique is great and the memories and friendships are what make DE special!

If I could, I would assign 10 stars to my experience here. Ms. Tracy and my girls' teacher, Ms…read more Jeni are two of the most dedicated and passionate professionals and are so good at what they do! We found DancEncounter this year after my 2.5 year old twins wanted to try ballet. From day one both Ms. Tracy and Ms. Jeni were extremely patient as they transitioned into the class -despite tears and a learning curve when it came to class time without mom. The girls always arrived excited to see them and left class with a smile. We recently participated in the end-of-year show and beyond my personal experience with the school, I saw firsthand the ripple affect of this wonderful school on dozens of girls and boys of all ages and capabilities. Not only are the instructors talented, but it was obvious by watching this entertaining show that they not only foster and nurture the talents and passions of these kids, but provide a positive environment of encouragement, camaraderie and mentoring that is hard to find. I cannot say enough about DancEncounter! I hope my girls decide to keep dancing and continue to be a part of this wonderful community of dancers.