amazing my son dances here and he comes home with a smile on his face and always saying this was…read moresuper fun

My daughter attended MelRoes for 5 years. She loved everything about dance and we loved seeing her…read morehappy to go each week, steadily we increased her classes each year. Once Covid happened our daughter participated in the online class videos and chats with her dance class. Around June, the studio decided to hold in person classes and we were hesitant. We had a brand new baby at home, so we decided our daughter would not go back for the season, therefore wouldn't be participating in recital. We made this tough choice because we didn't feel comfortable with taking the risk of exposure with a 2 month old. We informed MelRoes of our decision and we're told they would contact us to pick up recital items that we paid for once they came in. However, this DID NOT HAPPEN!!! After each attempt to collect the 3 recital costumes, tights and accessories I purchased I was given excuse after excuse as to why I could not get the items I purchased. Week after week I would see social media posts about costumes, recital costumes on friends of ours still in dance, posts about recital pictures etc. When I would reach out, ANOTHER excuse that my child's costumes weren't ready. Recital has since come and gone, STILL NO COSTUMES, TIGHTS, or ACCESSORIES. Recently posts were made on social media that brand new costumes were donated to charity and I wonder, "were those my child's?" I have been asking for what I purchased for OVER 5 MONTHS, still no costumes and what's worse, now, there is no response to my requests to make this right and give me what I purchased. The most disheartening part of this is my daughter had to suffer, she deserves her dance costumes, even though our family decided to end our 2020 dance season early due to a PANDEMIC, she should not be punished!! Moral of the review, think long and hard before sending your child to a studio that refuses to right their wrongs.

Very fun and family oriented. My girls love dancing here and I really like the modesty of this…read moredance studio that allows kids to be kids!

From the owner: Miss Dianna opened her dance studio in basement of a neighbor's house at the age of 15 and has been…read morea part of the Northland Dance Community for over 40 years. Now her two children are her partners in the studio.

I love ballet, and this ballet studio is perfect for anybody that wants to be a ballet dancer, or…read moreanything it's just perfect ballet teacher it's I love it !!

My daughter loves attending ballet North & learning classical ballet! Other then KC Ballet they are…read morethe only classical ballet school in the KC area, believe me I check! :-) The teachers as well as the owners are awesome. I love that they communicate with you, not all dance schools do that. I also love that the students are truly learning the correct ballet techniques, terms & etc. I am very picking & I don't have any compliant s about this school or their teaching methods.

What do you get when you combine a group of eager to learn kids with adults that love their craft…read moreand want to teach at a reasonable price? KCYA!! They have all sorts of classes from ballet, instrument, creative movement, acting, musical theater and improv. They have classes for all ages. Semesters are spring and fall with extra camps over spring and summer breaks. The teachers are fun but are there to teach. My 5yo learned how to present a monologue, stage directions and how to walk as a model all while playing and having fun. If you have kids interested in theater, music or dance I highly recommend these professionals!

Professional-level dance instruction at affordable prices. I would highly recommend anyone with…read morekids interested in dance consider this option. My daughter is only 3 and the classes were a bit too focused, serious, and expectations for behavior and quiet-levels were a bit much for kids that age, but if her interest in ballet remains going forward, I'll definitely and gladly return with her.

High quality teaching, dancing, and discipline. This studio produces both professional ballet…read moredancers as well as supports dancers with other goals. Beautiful professional quality productions, costumes and sets. Students acquire professional level skills.

From the owner: Focusing on classical ballet classes and instruction, the American Dance Center is the premier…read moredance studio in the Overland Park area of Kansas City. The American Dance Center's program serves the development of its students from their first encounter with music and movement to their emergence as knowledgeable dancers. The curriculum is carefully designed to introduce the correct technique and instruction appropriate for the age and physical development of the student. While many students may go on to pursue professional careers, the focus of the training is on the excellence and joy of dance at each level of achievement. Over ninety percent of our dance classes are ballet and each class is taught by a professionally experienced dance teacher. Every ballet class is capped to ensure each student receives the personal attention that is required to excel.

An incredible dance studio for children at all skill levels. My daughter felt embraced from day…read moreone, and has learned so much in her first year. Highly recommend this dance Studio and cannot wait to see how my learns and grows as she continues to attend class this year!

We recently started my daughter in one of the classes here. It's a pretty big school. They…read moreoccupy one whole side of a building. They span over about 6 spaces in the center on that one side. The staff and volunteers are so nice. My daughter enjoys her instructor, Ms Missy. They prorate your tuition if you get in after they've begun. You can even try a class to see if you like it before you enroll. They discourage parents hanging around and potentially distracting the class (with younger kids) but our night class has been great thus far. Since it's dark out, the kids can't really see the parents outside. They start my daughter's class off with tap shoes and then change over to ballet on the latter part of the class. Price is about par with other places around town but we chose it based on longevity and experience.

As a first-time dance mom, I couldn't ask for a better studio than Catherine's. From day one, this…read morehas been a place where kindness and encouragement are truly lived out. The owners and instructors are incredible, and what's been especially meaningful to me is how supported we feel not only by the staff, but by the entire studio community. The older dancers are kind, patient, and welcoming, and they model exactly the type of culture you hope your child is learning from...confidence, respect, and empathy. Most importantly, my daughter loves coming to dance. She absolutely adores Ms. Catherine and her instructors, and I've watched her grow in ways that go far beyond technique. She's learning how to be comfortable in front of a group, how to try new things, and how to believe in herself...all in an environment that feels safe and encouraging. If you're looking for a studio where your child will be nurtured as a person, not just trained as a dancer, Catherine's is truly something special. We feel so lucky to be part of this community. Thank you Ms. Catherine and staff, for more than I can ever put into words! We love you!

My daughter has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and instead of supporting her, this studio excluded…read moreand ignored her. Instructors and even the owner often refused to engage with her, and she was removed from dances when she couldn't participate fully -- even though she was willing to sit, watch, and learn. This environment was anything but supportive. If you want a kind, inclusive place where children are treated with respect, I recommend looking elsewhere.

I highly Recommend Street Style Academy for the young and old. The instructors are very…read moreprofessional and knowledgeable. My son Lukas started SSA at age 9 with Zonte. Years later Zonte and Lukas teamed up to create an amazing school. Ten stars!

SSA puts on the best live performances and events! It's a great family fun experience!read more

My stepdaughter just started ballet/tap/tumbling classes here and loves it! She is in the 4-5 year…read moreold evening class and all of the girls seem to really like it. The teachers and instructors that I have interacted with seem young, but knowledgeable and passionate about dancing. They also seem to be really well the kids. My biggest complaint is the "waiting room," or lack thereof. Parents aren't allowed to sit in on classes (except specific times when a recital is coming up or something) but there is not enough space or seating to accomadate everyone. We usually wait in the car. Also, the waiting room is always blistering hot. But so far, I am satisfied with the service and will continue to take my stepdaughter.

From the owner: Our dance program is being offered to you by Cathy Zeysing; elementary and secondary teacher,…read moreprofessional dance, choreographer, owner and artistic director of Cathy's Creative Dance School. Our mission is to provide a quality dance arts education that includes research based methods of instruction developmentally appropriate for children of all ages and levels. This arts education is focused on a variety of experiences in all disciplines of dance including an appreciation for theatrical performances and the pursuit of lifelong physical fitness.