Raising 4 kids and teaching about 600 as a public school music teacher I would rate this studio as…read more absolutely worst my kids have been exposed to: inconsiderate placement, unprofessional practices ( no rehearsal or proper preparation given) and utter ignorance of child emotional state. Its not fair to any child to go through what my son went during this year at this studio. Looking at him scared backstage and unable to move ( fear of new places- never had nor dress rehearsal nor run through/ mark up in there)!) in a costume ( black train suit) 3 times bigger his size - ordered by studio and charged. a fortune- absolutely broke my heart. The teachers didn't bother to try to call me or make him feel comfortable-leaving him backstage- " the show must go on " Lesson 1 that I learned: more research before commitment Lesson 2: Owners of the studio might lie( never happened to me before this one but alas)

This is a poorly run unprofessional dance studio. Don't waste your money at this studio.read more

I was brand new to ballroom dance and was very nervous to take my first class. That all changed…read moreduring my first class! The instructors are all caring and knowledgeable and the owners welcome you in as if you have been there for years! I am now addicted and have been dancing there for a few years now. If you are an experienced dancer or a newbie as I was this is the place for you! This has truly been my get away from all the craziness happening in the world at this time. There are several rooms available in addition to a gorgeous ballroom and the studio is always clean! I have improved so much but more than that I have obtained more confidence in myself and made so many new friends that I am truly grateful for! If you have been contemplating trying salsa or smooth or latin this is the place to come! Don't wait...just do it!!

I was with Fire Beat for 14 months til I had a knee injury( not from dancing). As an experienced…read morecompetitor, I must say that this studio, by far, provided me with skill-set apart from other studios I've been to. Instructors are dedicated and patient. Admin director is great. Whether you want to dance competitively or socially, this is the place you will get what you would like, out of dancing.

This school is simply phenomenal- great teachers, lots of training opportunities, and a welcoming…read moreand supportive environment. My daughter has been there since preschool and is now a junior in high school. She met some of her best friends there. BAC has become a second home for us.

I have trained at Ballet Arts Centre for almost fourteen years and throughout my time there the…read morestaff have not only helped me to strengthen my dance technique, but have been extremely supportive as well. BAC provides an environment that allows each student to grow and form friendships through dance. All the teachers know their students individually and always make an effort to form a connection with each each dancer. Ballet Arts Centre provides extremely strong technical instruction to its dancers, all while keeping each class fun and engaging. While many of the students at BAC focus on ballet, there are also jazz, tap, and modern classes available. I would strongly recommend BAC to any potential dancer looking for a studio.

Hands down, NO questions ASKED.... This is where you want your children to learn, experience and…read moregrow. Not only is Brenda one of the most talented artists of her time, and in her career. She has a heart of gold. Which she absolutely gets from her Mom, Terry. She comes from a very caring understanding and loving family. Although Bren is just 5 yrs. older then me, she has always been my role-model. I dressed liked her, wore my hair like hers...(BIG n' 80's). I know, I know.... We all did! Don't hate! ;) I was not fortunate enough to learn from her professionally however. But she was my inspiration!!! She has traveled the world fulfilling her dreams. She has turned in to the fine Woman I knew she could. The fun loving Mommy, the amazing Wife. And last but hardly least... A all around fabulous person!!! I love my cousin & I wish her nothin but many oppurtunities to her and her beautiful family.

My 5 year old daughter went here for ballet/tap combo class. She attended for a year and a half…read more The instructors are good, they teach well. But my daughter actually decided to quit in the middle of her second year because she got bored and wanted to try something else. She now wants to start again, but I will NOT be sending her back to CSDS. The recital is great. Very entertaining. But they're business practices need some work. First off all, the recital tickets are bought on a first come first serve basis. They appoint a time and everyone has to go to the studio at that time and only that time. I had to actually work on the day and time that they had specified, so I asked if I could drop off a check at an earlier time. The director said no, that it wouldn't be fair. So I had to send my mother to the studio for me at the alloted time at 2pm. I came to find out that there was a class in the morning on the same day and that the parents had already bought their tickets that morning and all the good seating was already gone. Is that fair? She says no to me but says yes to others! I don't care if it's only a couple of hours before the allotted time, it's still ahead of time! Secondly, I spent $30 on a dvd of the recital that skipped. I couldn't even watch my daughter's dance. I was told I could get a replacement. I never got it, after muliple emails and speaking to the instructor. Lastly, my daughter's costume was paid in full ($60) before she decided to quit last year. I was told I could pick up her costume when they came in. I called them multiple times to find out if the costume was in. I never spoke to any one. I left messages and got no return phone call. So in the end they took $90 (dvd and costume) and I have nothing to show for it. Not even a phone call. This studio has dance teams that compete, and if you're not on the dance team, they really don't care about you. Their customer service skills are the worst. We'll be going back to Chery's School of Dance in Melrose!

My daughter is wrapping up her 9th year dancing at CSDS, and she LOVES it. The confidence,…read morefriendships, and the feeling of being part of a team ithat has given her is truly priceless.

A hidden gem in Winchester for ballet enthusiasts! I can only speak to the adult ballet classes,…read morewhich are SO difficult to find outside Cambridge/Boston. Coming to class every week has been such a nice treat. Cosmin and Melinda are wonderful instructors; they have such great passion for the art of ballet, and their jobs as ballet professionals and instructors. They teach at both of the Norwell and Winchester studios, which offers convenient class schedules for working professionals. The studio is in the lower level of the St Mary's School by the beautiful historic downtown Winchester, with plenty of free parking in the back. Adult ballet classes are on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings; lots of classes for kids throughout the week.