We have been part of the SMDC family since 2018 when my daughter was 6 and it's been a 2nd home…read more Being a woman (and mom!) owned and ran business, everyone there really focuses on helping our children grow up into good people, not just great dancers. The studio recently won the Sportsmanship award at a recent competition and that really showcases the values of the studio. Not only that, they focus on my daughter's growth. When all the pressure of being a teenager hits, I can meet with the studio owner and get help working through it...whether it be taking a break from dance classes for a week, or great mom advice. It's also a great dance school.

We've been part of SMDC for almost 10 years, and it has truly been an incredible experience for our…read morefamily. My daughter has trained in a wide range of styles--jazz, lyrical, tap, and ballet--and the quality of instruction across the board has been outstanding. The teachers and staff are not only highly knowledgeable, but also genuinely warm and supportive. They create an environment where dancers feel encouraged, challenged, and valued. Being part of the competitive dance team has been especially meaningful. It's helped my daughter grow tremendously--not just as a dancer, but as a person. She's gained confidence, discipline, and lasting friendships. One of her absolute favorite experiences each year is performing in The Nutcracker. It's such a special opportunity, and SMDC makes it feel magical while still maintaining a nurturing, positive atmosphere. We're so grateful to be part of such a loving and dedicated dance community. I highly recommend SMDC to anyone looking for a studio that combines excellent training with heart.

This place honestly feels more like a community service dedicated to teaching people how to dance…read morethan a business trying to get rich. At the time of writing this review, the drop-in rate is only $17, and you can purchase a 5-class bundle for just $15 per class. $15... what can you even get for $15 these days? Lol. The best part is that the classes never expire. You literally get a physical card, and the owner/instructor hole-punches each class off old-school style. I actually love that. I've been to two classes so far, and the male-to-female ratio has been pretty balanced. Everyone has been friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. For the price, atmosphere, and quality of the community, it's really hard to beat. I'm honestly so glad I live nearby and have a place like this where I can learn how to dance.

5,6,7,8...that's all I hear after taking a class here. Mix in some salsa music, and you've got a…read morekick-ass salsa class! This ballroom studio is such a fantastic place to learn salsa and/or bachata for all levels! We recently joined this ballroom studio and bought an 8-class pass. We're currently on our fourth session, and although the moves are a bit challenging, the instructors here really do try to get to every individual and see what each student's challenges are. What's great is that you will never find yourself with the same partner when you are here, which helps I feel helps you learn better as well. The place is definitely well kept, neat, and they have mirrors all around the facility! The prices are very affordable in comparison to some of the other studios we've seen in the past. Thank you to our awesome instructors! We can't wait to keep coming back!

I've been taking lessons here with my partner for about a year (Viennese Waltz, Salsa, and next we…read moremight try Tango or Swing), and so far we've really enjoyed our experience!! Our dance instructor Daria is the best, as good as they come. She knows a bunch of dances as both the leader and follower, and her instruction has really helped me improve my technique and confidence in regard to footwork, frame, and general move repertoire. Beginner friendly. Very flexible with scheduling. I've also attended a couple social dances and competitions here and the vibes are always friendly and fun. This is very much a hidden gem dance studio, I highly recommend checking it out

Amazing, experienced instructors who can teach anything from social dancing to international…read moreballroom. They tailor lessons to the student's level, whether the students are beginners or top competitors. We love Olga. You can't find a better dance studio.

I took an adult intermediate ballet class with Yelena recently and she was great! Her teaching was…read moreoverall clear - she demonstrated the moves and would call them out as well while the music was playing - making it easy to follow for visual and verbal learners. She also pointed out how to better hold my posse on releve and attitude as well as tips on how to improve my overall balance. It's been over a decade since I danced so having an instructor make sure I have correct posture and positioning is important to prevent injuries. Yelena was also kind enough to encourage me after class was over. While I'm sad I'll be moving away in a couple of months, I'll enjoy her classes as well as any adult intermediate ballet classes with other instructors here while I'm still in the area!

On July 25, 2025, I brought my 4-year-old daughter to her 4:00 PM gymnastics class. We arrived at…read more3:59 PM and, as directed by the front desk, walked through the ballet room to get there. The ballet class was already past its scheduled end time, so we waited until the students finished before passing through. Halfway across the room, the ballet teacher suddenly began yelling at us aggressively. My daughter was terrified. I calmly asked her to lower her voice, but she continued screaming--following us into the gymnastics room in front of dozens of children. I have a heart condition and began feeling unwell from the stress, yet she would not stop. No staff intervened. I assumed the school would handle it properly, but I was wrong. Later, the owner defended the teacher, accused me of being a "criminal," and took zero responsibility. The real victims were my daughter and the many children who witnessed this unprovoked outburst. Parents should be aware of three serious concerns: 1. Poor safety - No security, unattended front desk, and children can easily wander outside to the street. I personally saw a 6-year-old disappear for 20 minutes. 2. Emotionally unstable ballet teacher - Multiple online reviews mention her history of yelling at kids when parents aren't present. 3. Unprofessional management - Canceled classes without notice, no accountability, and intimidation tactics from the owner, Serge. I regret not calling the police that day. If I had, maybe fewer children would be subjected to this behavior. Parents, please protect your children. A school should be a safe, nurturing place--not one where kids are traumatized and parents are threatened.

We just started during the summer and Centre Stage already feels like home! Coming from my…read moredaughter's old dance studio was tough because she loved them. The transition was smooth and seamless. All the instructors are super nice and have been great with all the dancers. Allison is the best! Thanks for making our baby girl feel right at home!

A gem in the Monrovia community! 3 spacious studio rooms with sprung marley flooring, a nice size…read morewaiting area, free street parking, and a variety of classes/styles for kids of all ages plus adults. You can tell the owner Alison has a passion for dance and working with kids and made us feel very welcome here. Grateful to have found this studio!

We are newlyweds and my husband and I like trying new things. We loved our intro with Bailey and…read morefound the time for another private class (which was today). It was so fun and we learned so much more about each other after dancing! Almost like couples therapy! Thanks for being patient with us Bailey!

Bailey was amazing! We needed a last minute first dance for our wedding that was less than two…read moreweeks away. She helped us choreograph a cute dance routine to a song that we had picked. Even though our dance was simple, it looked smooth and polished thanks to Bailey's tips and tricks. She made sure we were able to do all the moves perfectly, and we even got to do a cute dip at the end. The first dance was exactly what we were looking for. We did 3 classes which was the perfect amount for us. In less than one week, we had already learned the entire dance. She even filmed us so we could practice more at home. Bailey was so responsive and helpful, and the best teacher. Highly recommended!

We've been coming to Ballet Kukan in Monrovia for a little over a year and it has been such a…read morewonderful experience for my daughter. She started as a pretty shy beginner at age 6 in the ballet program and has grown so much in confidence and technique. The instructors are patient but very knowledgeable, and I really appreciate that they follow the Royal Academy of Dance curriculum so there is a clear structure and progression. I can see that they provide real training rather than just a casual dance class. We also tried their jazz and hip hop classes and loved how organized and age-appropriate everything is. The environment is fun, but you can still tell the students are actually learning proper technique. I also like that the studio is clean and welcoming, and they have clear communication about schedules and progression. The performances are amazing as well. We're very happy to have found a studio in San Gabriel Valley that balances discipline with encouragement.

Here's your translation:…read more My son has decent athletic ability. At four, he could climb a pole at the park, and by five, he was riding a bike without training wheels. So, I enrolled him in this street dance class. After a year, he still can't do anything. The teacher probably doesn't even know the basics, like the Thomas spin, yet started teaching others. We've decided to stop wasting time with this useless street dance class. If you want your child to actually learn something, don't come here. If you just want to waste your own and your child's time, feel free to sign up. --------------------------------- Reply to this owner: Obviously, my son has been attending classes with you. You're trying to dodge responsibility by claiming he hasn't. I'll be coming tomorrow to cancel your terrible and useless course. Also, your response will be shared with everyone. Not only do you fail at teaching dance, but your attitude is poor, and you have a habit of shifting blame.

Located in a unassuming modern business virtually no parking and a few street parking spaces but be…read morecareful Pasadena is notorious for ending up the inch away from the curb is the warning so when you go to this place you have to walk through a small walkway then walk to a door and then you walk through another hallway and there is a small I'm assuming sign a huge Warehouse converted into a gymnastics studio with Sky High it is a very clean facility they do not have video that does not encourage parents are a family members and friends to watch that could be a good thing I guess fairly new facility so far we love it. Other similar facilities in the area watch out you now have more competition for customers

If you care about your child's physical and emotional well-being, stay far away from this school…read more On July 25, 2025, I brought my 4-year-old daughter to her 4:00 PM gymnastics class. We arrived at 3:59 PM and, as directed by the front desk, walked through the ballet room to get there. The ballet class was already past its scheduled end time, so we waited until the students finished before passing through. Halfway across the room, the ballet teacher suddenly began yelling at us aggressively. My daughter was terrified. I calmly asked her to lower her voice, but she continued screaming--following us into the gymnastics room in front of dozens of children. I have a heart condition and began feeling unwell from the stress, yet she would not stop. No staff intervened. I assumed the school would handle it properly, but I was wrong. Later, the owner defended the teacher, accused me of being a "criminal," and took zero responsibility. The real victims were my daughter and the many children who witnessed this unprovoked outburst. Parents should be aware of three serious concerns: 1. Poor safety - No security, unattended front desk, and children can easily wander outside to the street. I personally saw a 6-year-old disappear for 20 minutes. 2. Emotionally unstable ballet teacher - Multiple online reviews mention her history of yelling at kids when parents aren't present. 3. Unprofessional management - Canceled classes without notice, no accountability, and intimidation tactics from the owner, Serge. I regret not calling the police that day. If I had, maybe fewer children would be subjected to this behavior. Parents, please protect your children. A school should be a safe, nurturing place--not one where kids are traumatized and parents are threatened. I've attached a video showing my daughter's reaction after being traumatized by the teacher--no child should ever go through this.

What started as a fun Mommy & Me ballet class has blossomed into a beautiful three-year dance…read morejourney for my daughter. The loving, supportive teachers and welcoming staff have given her the space to grow into her own little dancer at her own pace. I truly believe the positive and nurturing environment at SoCal Arts is what made her fall in love with dance. Watching her confidence grow alongside her passion for dance has been such a rewarding and heartwarming experience for me as a mom. Through SoCal Arts, we've also met some incredible people -- including my daughter's best friend and my own dance mama bestie

Our daughter has been Dancing here for about 5 months and she absolutely loves it! She's only 3 but…read moreasks to go to ballet class on a daily! We love all our teachers and all the friends we've made along the way!

Very nice and clean studio. They always have well maintained and well stocked restroom. I always…read moresee a cleaning lady around to clean the studio and their restroom. Antibacterial wipe are always provided, they have free mat and rolls and blocks and more..... you can borrow without any fee too. I been to couple group classes. They are all good. I especially love Joella's yoga class. Very gentle and great stretches. Highly recommended!

For starters, the address is wrong. There's a gravel lot with 4 different buildings on it. The…read moresignage on each building is incorrect, so other students who were waiting in the parking lot, explained it to me. The lot has stone pebbles, however there's no parking instruction so, cars are just randomly using up way more space than they need to. Otherwise you have to park on a very crowded street and walk. I was there for a 10 AM class, I walked out at 10:10! The class prior to the 10 AM was still there talking and getting shoes,water, and cleaning up their mats while these students from the next class, we're trying to get in. No teacher was there when I walked out 10 minutes after it was to begin. Also, a dog ran around the studio while some students pet it. Gross! I couldn't take anymore! I left without even doing a workout. I would never go back!!!!!