I'm a first-time dance mom here of a fresh 5 year old that's been twirling around the house for…read moreyears. We finally gave in and put her in dance. DVDA was the closest to our home so we started there without doing any deep dive into their business practices. The first day seemed great, she had a blast and I got to watch her through an open door along with a dozen or more other parents trying to see their own tiny dancers in the room. The second week in, the teachers shut the door on the parents. At first, I was sad that I wouldn't be able to see those bright happy smiles like last week. Then it turned to concern seeing several other parents' react the same way. After speaking with a few of them, it clearly bothered everyone there. I brought my concerns to Amanda in the office and she made it seem like not a single parent ever brought this up to them. Ever? Really? "That's just not how we operate here". Meaning....? Parents are a distraction so we shut them out and that's how we like it here??? These people are more than happy to take your money whether your child is enjoying it or not. But how would you know unless your 2 or 3 or 4 year old tells you so? Because observing in real-time is out of the question here at DVDA. Parents are "allowed" a few classes a year when we can go in and actually observe our dancers in class....ALLOWED. And they say this with a straight face. Videoing and picture taking is also not allowed. My 5 year old puts on a leotard and a tutu for her first time and they tell me I can't take her picture while she dances? Again...they say this with straight faces! They literally shut the door in the face of a mother of a 2 year old trying dance for her first time. The look on their faces was tragic. 2 years old! DVDA is clearly missing the point here. And to make me seem like the crazy one for having these expectations is just bad business at best, demoralizing at its worst. "We can't help you here with this" when asking why I can't see my baby dance should NEVER be the response. I politely made the suggestion of having a 2-way mirror or even CCTV which would completely solve these issues, but.... I was made to look like a clown for asking such questions. I was made to feel like my child and I were not welcome at DVDA with these concerns. They claim it's for "child safety." Child safety is precisely why parents SHOULD be able to observe their child. DVDA must first earn the trust of parents before they can shut the door on them. They must feel so superior to other studios that making a child uncomfortable for any reason whatsoever couldn't possibly be happening behind their closed doors . Now if my child was perhaps 8 years old or more...this might not be AS concerning. But babies and toddlers, shutting them away from their safe place, is absolutely unacceptable. I'm clearly not alone in this sentiment because there's sometimes 4 or 5 parents all gathered around the tiny window in the door to try to get a glimpse of their tiny dancer and realizing it's of no use, saunter back to the main room completely shut out. It's crushing! DVDA should be embarrassed to treat parents this way. Our children are there to have fun and to show off their moves to the people who matter most to them! They are not there to be professional and disciplined ballerinas while wearing a size 4T tutu! Ironically, the same policies that restrict parents at DVDA are the very reasons OTHER studios would never object to such things. I know. I checked. If you want to share in your child's progress and their joy of dancing, it's a no-brainer to take your business elsewhere. There's plenty in the area who don't believe in these odd business practices and want the parents to feel welcome too.

From the owner: Mommy & Me | Pre-Ballet | Ballet | Jazz | Tap | Contemporary | Hip Hop | Teen Beginner Ballet…read more Delaware Valley Dance Academy is the premier Dance Studio in the area. Our dance classes are designed to take students from their first introduction to dance to a full and varied course of dance training. Our school caters specifically to parents who seek the best for their children and who are aware of the benefits dance training can bring to them. At DVDA, we maintain a reputation for setting a standard of excellence for all of our students. It is our goal to bring out the best in every student. Our experienced faculty share their passion for dance and encourage students to set their goals high, not only in dance and drama, but in all areas of their lives. In addition to our own faculty, we offer opportunities to take master dance classes featuring many of Philadelphia's well-known dance professionals. Our training culminates in two fully staged productions each year including "The Nutcracker" as well as a Story Ballet each spring. DVDA students come to us from a wide segment of Montgomery County and Upper Bucks County, including the communities of Chalfont, Doylestown, Dublin, Harleysville, Hatfield, Lansdale, Montgomeryville, New Britain, North Wales, Perkasie, Souderton, Sellersville and Telford.

My 4 yr old started dance here on a Groupon 2 years ago. We couldn't be more proud to start season…read more3 with Synergy at their new studio. Since the beginning, the owner has treated our family with respect and has exemplified that they are more than qualified to own, teach, compete, and do much more in the field of dance. I'm shocked by the previous review considering the fact that the recital outfits we've purchased have never exceeded $40. Furthermore, bc of my daughter's age she wasn't asked to have her hair or make up done, and I'm sure we all know that most studios require the use of cosmetics and an up-do of sorts. In addition to the low cost of recitals, the cost of tuition and the summer dance camp is more than manageable. Most recently they began selling the leotards, shoes and tights they ask the students to wear and have done their due diligence for their customers to find the cheapest and best products so we don't have to. As always, though, someone has to find something to complain about, right?

My daughter is about to start her second year of lessons at Synergy Dance Center and we both are…read morevery happy there! The staff is professional and you can really tell that they love dance and teaching kids! I think the tuition for the lessons is reasonable, too! Looking forward to see what my daughter learns this year!

Dance Arts Collaborative is definitely the top dance studio in the Doylestown and Central Bucks…read moreregion. There are many studios to choose from but I chose DAC. Firstly, they are the top technique school in the whole area. In researching studios for my Granddaughter, I discovered that all the teachers are highly educated in their fields of dance with backgrounds with Boston Ballet and Pennsylvania Ballet ( now known as the Philadelphia Ballet) Being a competition school, DAC always places high at these competitions and never fails to get the overall Technique Award. Teachers are knowledgeable and caring and all are talented choreographers. Students will come away well educated in dance as well as developing self-confidence. As a former professional ballerina, I could have chosen any number of schools but my choice for my Granddaughter is DAC.

My girls have been attending Studios on Main for several years and they love it. They offer…read morecompetitive classes for my one daughter, and non-competetive for the other, which makes them the perfect fit for us. My girls enjoy every style of dance SOM has to offer and they are learning proper technique and how to carry themselves appropriately as dancers and young ladies. Bonus is the the great tumble program. We just adore all the instructors and studio as a whole. Highly recommend.

My girls have attended this studio for over five years and we love the family atmosphere and focus…read moreon correct technique. They push the girls to be their best!

Good but it takes a long time to get to intermediate and they are not mean but like midread more

I love this place for our toddler! She is getting comfortable in the parent & tot class with all…read morethe equipment and starting to learn how to be apart of a "group". It's all about learning comfort at this stage!

Edge is an amazing and welcoming studio!…read more The staff and teachers are dedicated, friendly and fun, yet also instill the importance of teamwork, pride and a good work ethic when pursuing your passion for dance. My daughter loves her teachers and looks forward to every dance class. I highly recommend Edge for anyone looking for a dance studio that feels like home. I love the sense of community and family and look forward to many more years at Edge!

I love this studio! My daughter has been dancing there since she was 3 1/2! The last 5 years have…read morebeen supportive especially as we transitioned from another studio! Great teachers, a focus on technique, musicality and most of all it's a family atmosphere! On a side note I appreciate a clean and organized studio with transparency in dates and fees--- something the other studio locally did not have. My daughter enjoys the time and looks forward to seeing her dance "sisters".

This is my daughter's 9th year at DAC. She started at age 3. Throughout the years she has developed…read moreskills in numerous dance genres, including jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop and many more!! She began competing at age 6, which further developed her performance abilities! DAC is more than a dance studio, students are treated like family. We've made so many friends and shared tons of amazing memories. Whether your dancer is interested in dancing for fun or is a more serious dancer, DAC has something for everyone. They offer free trial classes. Just call and ask for Helen, the studio owner...she is a super lady. Noell is the artistic director and will assist your dancer in finding the classes/curriculum to fit their every need. Come visit and join in the fun of our 10th year celebration!!! Great teachers, great students and great families!! Happy 10th Anniversary DAC!!!

The best of the best! All 3 of my daughters have been here for years and between the amazing…read moretechnique, competition team opportunities and endless friendships we would never consider any other studio!