I realize that most people have enough common sense to do their own research and not believe…read morebaseless bad reviews. Nevertheless please be sure to read this one in response to the completely dishonest one posted before it. I have been a CDC VIP parent for 5 years and on staff for 2 years. Not only is this disheartening to read, it's also simply untrue. It's fine for a family to share their experience but it is absolutely unacceptable to lie about it to gain sympathy and fire people up. It's not ok to twist the truth and bash the studio when this family did not properly communicate their need. Each summer before auditions our competition parents have a meeting with the studio owner and director and are given an information packet with all rules and guidelines and a full year calendar from August of that year through August of the following year. We know that we are committing to the team for the full season when we make the decision to allow our students to audition. Before allowing a child to audition, parents are to read through the information, rules, dates etc and then we have to sign that we read it and agree to adhere to the rules. Scheduling updates which include hours needed to rehearse and prepare are given throughout the season with plenty of notice. The rehearsal was absolutely not planned at the last minute. CDC is proud to be family oriented and while commitments are expected, the studio always schedules around commitments if given proper notice. Our director always works with people who have schedule conflicts as long as it's prior to schedules being released. The studio has always worked around everyone's schedule to make sure each family is able to be accommodated. This parent did not contact the studio or the director about this wedding until after the rehearsal schedule was released. When schedules are released they come with a forewarning about rehearsals being mandatory and it is communicated very clearly that no exceptions will be made at that point. Multiple parents contacted the studio well ahead of the same schedule being released and as a result of following the rules, the schedule was adjusted to allow those students to participate in whatever they needed to do. A wedding is not planned in a day. There should have been plenty of time to notify the studio and had the studio been notified before the schedule was released there would have been no problem at all and they wouldn't have had to choose. The parent had a conversation with the director after the schedule was released. During the conversation, they agreed that they failed to contact the studio when they should have and that they would " figure it out." The director made it clear to this parent that the student would have to be in rehearsal to be in the routines at recital and nationals. So whichever rehearsals they were in, they would have been able to participate in those dances at recital and nationals. The student was at rehearsal earlier in the day and then left with their parent without telling anyone they were leaving. The student missed about 3 hours of rehearsal. I know this because my children were at those same rehearsals that this student missed. The student was allowed to participate in our annual recital and our nationals competition for any of the routines that they were at rehearsal for. The parent decided to break the commitment they made and withdraw the student from the program. I must say that I was absolutely shocked, saddened, and genuinely grieved when this parent decided to send some of the most vicious, hateful,and dishonest emails to the studio that I've ever seen in my life and I had always assumed that this parent was one of integrity. The bottom line is that this never had to happen. The parent should have just communicated their conflict to the studio in a timely manner and I can say with all certainty that the schedule would have been adjusted to allow the student to be in the wedding. This student was and still is very much loved and cared for. We would have loved to have them participate in the recital and nationals. It breaks my heart that this family is now bashing our studio when this all could have been prevented with proper communication in advance so that the schedule could have been set up to work around this event. It's really that simple.

This is the best dance school in the area. My two daughters have received excellent instruction in…read morea nurturing family environment They gained, besides exceptional dance instruction, self confidence as well as help in personal development in a structured, but fun, environment. Love this place!

My daughter has danced at Miss Donna's since was 3 years old. She transitioned to competition at 5…read moreand has enjoyed learning all genres of dance. She takes tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, technique, and ballet classes. When she was younger she also took tumbling courses. The teachers have been great, from her recreational teachers to all of her competition teachers. I've met friends that have become family and will always be a part of our life. We love this studio!

I appreciate the energetic dance teachers who teach at the Sardis Rd and Harrisburg locations. I…read morehave two kiddos with polar personalities and if one entered classes crying or nervous they always left happy and fulfilled. My kiddos absolutely love the tap/ballet combo classes. I highly recommend either of these schools due to the excellent and engaging teaching staff!

Been to many dancing classes in Charlotte for all these years, Rumabo Latin Dance is my number 1…read morechoice for anyone from beginners to advance to performance. I started from November 2021 as a beginner. They have many instructors for different dances & levels. I also enjoy traveling with them to different conventions. Pricing : from drop-in to monthly to team, their prices are super reasonable. Locations : they have 3 locations for students to choose. Level of classes : from beginners to level 4 Dances : major in salsa & bachata, there are others such as Zouk, Casino/Rueda, Chachacha and Argentina Tango. Lately, they have children classes. Time Schedule : Monday - Thursday there're classes every evening at every location I call myself a senior dance maniac, students are all ages, very friendly, nice and decent people of all walks of life. I encourage anyone who wants to learn salsa / bachata dancing for any reason should check it out from their website. www.rumbaolatindance.com

Multiple classes almost every day of the week--including important fundamentals like bodywork that…read moreare challenging at every level, casual student practice hours frequently available and a great culture around this element, 90% of their instructors are so well-versed they could step in mid-class two seconds after waking up and it would still be an amazing experience with clear instruction. They encourage students to film the end of class recap to take it home and practice. They're generous with their time and feedback, and patient with different learning speeds and styles. Real socials (with lesson) at least once a month. Even starting to do kids classes!!! Drop in, try it out, and once you're hooked (you will be!), get the unlimited class pass which is definitely the best bang for your buck and allows the most flexibility. La mayoría de los instructores hablan español suficientemente (si no son nativos!) para estudiantes que no hablan inglés y a veces las clases parecen bilingües--no tengan vergüenza, vengan!!!

Great place the teachers are great and the kids love it so much…read more I Recommend this school to parents and kids interested in learning different styles of dancem

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Alex helped us choreograph an amazing first dance for our wedding. An experienced dancer herself,…read moreshe is knowledgeable, fun, kind, patient, and even helped us edit our song choice to the perfect length/timing. She has a wealth of online resources which we utilized, and we also took several in-person classes with her, which were the best part! We are so happy with our how first dance turned out and we now have beautiful pictures to show for it. Thank you, Alex!

Alex is so great!! The on-line tutorial is amazing. She has SO many songs to pick from and it…read moregives step by step instructions and videos. We also booked an in-person lesson and she watched what we practiced and gave us tips and feedback to help. We ended up booking a second in person lesson to change a couple things. She is so accommodating and helpful! In addition to learning our first dance, we now know how to dance in general. I recommend First Dance Charlotte!

My daughter has been dancing here for going on eight years. We love the modest dance costumes. My…read moredaughter has made great lifelong friends through this dance company. She loves to compete on stage and enjoys the wide array of dance classes offered.

Nothing positive to say as of the last several years. Lack of organization, costumes not ordered in…read morea timely manner, speaks of inappropriate topics with the girls.

Went to see the Nutcracker by Charlotte Ballet on 12/11/2026 in the Belk Theatre. The dancer they…read morecasted as Clara did not even know how to walk as a ballerina, much less dance as one. They did have other pretty good dancers in the show though.

I recently volunteered at the Charlotte Ballet for the current performance of 'Breaking…read moreBoundaries.' As a first-time volunteer, it felt good to be among friendly and well-organized staff. I look forward to volunteering in the future. The performance was simply incredible! A must see for sure! The upper level of the venue has a display of artwork from local artists which is amazing to share with the public. The location was easy to find. The surrounding streets where there is limited parking is well-lit at nighttime so you feel safe getting to your car. This location and venue is definitely a 5/5.

Horrible place to send your kid. My high schooler would come home upset from staff members telling…read moreher she isn't a good dancer. She was constantly ridiculed and beat down so frequently that it lead to mental health issues outside of the studio. Never in my life would I expect grown adults to act like children; so much so that two of the staff members are frequent Disney visitors... It is truly unacceptable the way these ADULTS act. Another instance is when a teacher told the whole class they will end up homeless on the streets of NYC if they didn't start dancing better. These people pick and choose favorites and if your daughter or son isn't one of them... best of luck to you and go ahead and start looking for a therapist because your kid will need it. They claim to have a nurturing and confidence boosting environment but that couldn't be farther from the truth. The environment they create is uninviting, cold, competitive and cruel.

Great dance instruction for children and teens. I have one child currently taking tap and ballet…read morehere and one who took modern dance. The quality of the instruction is great. The recital is truly spectacular, held at Queens University, it is very exciting and professionally done. The studio itself is easy to access-- behind Park Road Shopping Center, and sells all the dance shoes, leotards, and tights they might need, at reasonable prices. No running out to Morris Costume shop! This studio is more pricey than the Y but the instruction is more technical and precise. I have done both-- loved the Y but the convenience and the instruction at Jami Masters won me over. They also do a monthly draft, so my scattered brain does not have to remember to pay monthly.

We have enjoyed being a part of this dance family family for many years. It is a positive and…read moreloving atmosphere . Our daughter looks forward to her classes every week. The dance costumes are always appropriate which we appreciate as parents.

From the owner: Experience Only The Best in A Positive Dance Education…read more Dance Ages 2 1/2 thru Adults.Tap, Jazz,Ballet,Shag, Hip Hop, Modern dance. Schedule Performances Available for the local community.

PSMD provides a great environment for kids who are serious about dance or music. My daughter has…read morebeen taking ballet and jazz classes for several years and this is her first year en point. The instructors have taken the time to educate her on point shoes fit, lacing and even sewing your ribbons as well as tips on foot care. She also has taken piano, voice and guitar lessons over the years as her music interests have changed and grown. PSMD offer lessons for all and worked with us to schedule around dance classes. My daughter likes to perform but finds competitions at times stressful so having the opportunity to perform in recitals both in dance and music multiple times a year has always been a fun highlight. If you have a child that loves to dance, sing or play music, check it out.

After dancing at a local school since the age 4, my daughter decided she wanted to take dancing to…read morethe next level. I did my research and found PSMD, the owners, instructors and staff are the definition of professionalism! If you want your child, to dance at a higher level and want to do it in a fun, family friendly and positive learning atmosphere then PSMD is the place for your dancer!