MAD is more than an academy it's family. From the moment my daughters and I entered the building we…read morefelt confident we had found what we have been searching for. Having the option of musical theatre for our older daughter and ballet/tap for our toddler all in the same loving and safe environment truly is rear. Mr. Chris is excellent musical theater instructor. His years of prior Broadway experience has equipped him to challenge and nurture his student's talents. Ms. Darby is the most attentive and supportive Director we've ever encountered. Look no further for a great and wonderful experience you and your family will enjoy!

No one works harder for our kids! I've been a MAD mom for 8yrs and have loved watching my child be…read morenurtured and continually challenged as well as the studio(s) growth as a respected Business! Ms. Darby ushered nervous parents and anxious kids through Covid isolation by quickly adapting to an online format and provided several social outlets like family hip classes and coloring online with the kids. This Spring she even taught a Father Daughter class and gifted us with such a special memory to treasure. The last two years the addition of Musical Theatre has opened up a whole other avenue for expression for my child. This past year you could see a real focus on advancing technology and diverse modes of communication to reflect the times and keep parents informed. From dance, to theatre, to summer camp we are glad to be a MAD family.

Morton street dance center is a great place to attend dance classes if you are living in or around…read morethe Baltimore city area. They have a variety of choices, but I can only speak to the modern dance class. Both the beginner and advanced dance classes are well taught - starting with warm-up, then some basic across-the-floor steps or technique, and ending with some choreo. The beginner modern class is every Thursday at 7:30PM and advanced is every Thursday at 7:00PM, located in 2 separate studios. It is a little bit difficult to find, but it is located in the back of a huge bldg complex, with plenty of parking available in the lot. The beginner class is perfect for those who either have not danced before or have some modern dance experience from the past, but have not danced for a while. The advanced class is for those who have some dance experience. The teachers are wonderful and really tailor the lessons to each individual. My only gripe is the cost of the classes. $17/class if you want to take one 1.5 hour class. Or you can get the 5 class card or the 10 class card option, which is cheaper (these cards have time limits though). I had bought the 5 class card once, and am taking a break as it is too expensive to maintain.

From the owner: Originally established in 1992, Morton Street Dance Center is one of Baltimore's best and most…read morecomprehensive dance schools. Morton Street's exceptional teaching staff offers exciting, age-appropriate, developmental instruction for professional level dancers and every member of the family age 3 to adult.

Kinetics Dance Theatre (KDT) is truly a gem among the local activities available for kids in this…read morearea! They are a non-profit organization that is more interested in teaching dance as an art form than making a buck. I've had at least one of my munchkins going here for the last 4 years (ever since we moved to this area). Between them they've taken Ballet 1, 2, 3, 4, Pre-Pointe, Pointe, Modern Dance, Tap, and Jazz...so I think we've seen quite a variety of classes. We could not be happier with KDT. It has been and continues to be a positive place for our munchkins to learn dance (and made some good friends to boot). If you're in the market for a place for your little ones (or even big ones) to learn about dance I'd definitely suggest checking them out.

My thoughts on this studio:…read more 1. Don't bother with the dress code. I purchased my dancer specific dancewear after talking to the Registrar, Flora, about the dress code. The majority of dancers are not following the dress code. 2. Don't expect a peaceful studio. The handbook specifically says under the sharing spaces section: keep voices at a low volume to reduce distractions and noise and show each other respect and kindness. This was not enforced. After every class, the dancers coming out of the prior class were extremely noisy for 30-45 minutes outside the studio. It was extremely disrespectful to my dancer's class. After I politely requested for quiet in the studio, my request was ignored and the behavior continued. 3. Don't expect to feel welcome as a new dancer. Priority is given to dancers not new to the studio. I had questions about my dancer, and the school director, Alex, could not be bothered to evaluate my dancer. 4. Be prepared for a weird smell. The smell of the studio made my asthma worsen. I want to mention this because I know how frustrating it can be to enter a space that triggers asthma for those who suffer from it.

I would say CYB is the best ballet school/studio in the area. My daughters have been dancing with…read morethem since COVID. Very dedicated teachers, great students/teammates, and supportive parents together makes a positive and encouraging ballet community.

From the owner: Ballet academy following the "Vaganova Method" direct by First Soloist of Cairo Opera House.read more

Very impressed with this studio. Very clean. Communication very clear. We attended summer camp my…read moredaughter has learned so much hip hop in such a short period of time I'm impressed. I'm also very impressed with the studio manager sending emails to keep us in the loop of things going on. Ellen is very pleasant. Such a friendly joyful studio manager. All the instructors and assistants on deck to assist is commendable. Fully staffed. Only hang up is the location the parking lot is odd to navigate. If your child loves hip hop this is the place.

My daughter has attending the school since September 2020. She is now in Crew 2. She has had a…read moregreat experience with Mr. Ryan and Ms. Aminya. I would recommend the school for budding dancers and more skilled dancers. My daughter loves the choreography and the friends she has made so far. I have noticed an increase in her confidence and dance moves/ability in this small time period. I feel like I am getting a good deal. The classes meet twice per week, but the school offers virtual and in-person classes. They strictly follow COVID rules and do not allow parents into the facility to sit while class is in session. The registration process was quick and easy and I am able to find important information on their user-friendly website. If there is anything I have a question about, I can email and get a response same day most times.

Our boys (now 5 and 8) have gone to Coppermine Fieldhouse for the past two summers and absolutely…read morelove it. The staff is awesome--super friendly, energetic, and great with the kids. They do a great job keeping the days fun, active, and really well organized. There's always a mix of sports, games, and creative activities, so the kids are never bored. They come home tired (in the best way) and excited to go back the next day. It's been a great fit for our family and we'll definitely be back again this year. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a fun and safe summer camp!

SO MANY OPTIONS for all ages of children to learn and enjoy new sports and activities. Classes…read morestart at 16 months with the Parent & Child programs and children grow and develop along the way and as they gain their independence. There is no membership required, and classes are offered year-round along with summer camps, swim lessons, birthday parties, special events and schools out camps. There are numerous locations in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County, and Carroll County that offer children's programs, camps, and classes! Great opportunities for children to have fun, develop and learn new skills, socialize and be a part of a fun and engaging environment! Lots to explore!

My daughters absolutely love their dance class at BSD. I have also had the pleasure of taking some…read moreof the adult classes taught by Miss Amy. She is a fabulous teacher. I love the way she formats the classes for the littlest dancers; besides a basic warmup, she incorporates a story into the class, which the Children get to act out in costumes EVERY WEEK! It is such an excellent way to expose children to dance, as dance is storytelling at its core. We love Miss Amy AND we LOVE BSD!!!!

My whole family loves Baltimore School of Dance! Amy makes…read moreyou feel like part of the family as soon as you walk in the door. My kids love the kids ballet classes. They get to dress up every class! I danced as a child and have found my skills improving beyond what I was formerly capable of. I cannot say enough about this place! We just love it!

The kind of place I wish I had nearby growing up! Bring your family, your date, or the people you…read morewant to introduce to nature or local history. And especially bird&insect photographers. It's free! You might know it only as an event venue, but there's: * Nice walking trails and farm country views. * A few segments would count as hiking if you want to introduce somebody! * Creekside access in the woods. Fiddling around a natural creek is a formative experience * A selection of beautiful older trees that survived from colonial times * Including a massive ancient white oak, Maryland's state tree and quite rare now. If you've never seen a "big tree" in person this is a must-see. It has presence. * Restored buildings and history displays * A resident ambassador owl. Go closer to dusk to see him active * Restored natural meadows (great macro photography) * Examples of bee keeping, different types of gardening, etc. Lots to play / do / learn, or for us older folks, walking around and taking photos. A couple of notes: * hours on maps are for the venue, the grounds are actually open dawn-to-dusk * the hiking is pretty mild but there's a lot to see. * alltrails isn't accurate for many of the paths, but everything is really well signed (or grab the map from their own website) * if you're doing the full circuit of trails, wear those ankle-support shoes/boots - it might seem silly for the easy terrain, but the angle of the farm trails is "hard" in sneakers, and you'll appreciate that support. Enjoy it! Another Howard County gem.

Such a wonderful place that I never knew existed until this weekend when We attended a wedding…read morehere. Actually, I officiated. So, I got to check out the grounds around the main building before the bride and groom arrived for rehearsal. They have a wonderful wandering Garden with Fountains and water features. I could sit by a loud water feature for hours. The wedding was in the garden, but the facility had prepared the Veranda in case the rain didn't clear up. In addition to the new main structure, they have Historical buildings and Summer camps.

One of the best Martial Arts school around. This is one of the few Martial Arts schools that…read moreembodies the true virtues of martial arts of respect, integrity, dicipline. Master Huang is an Amazing human being! Grandmaster Huang is a legend!

I want to express my frustration with my experience at this establishment, particularly with Mr…read more Harris (or Mr. Harrison). He didn't clearly explain the contract terms, which is essential. I called on July 15 to discuss my family's in-progress move and was only able to schedule an appointment for July 23. During our meeting, I wanted to cancel the contract, but he said I must keep making payments until August, even though an extra fee was charged to my account right after signing. We're moving away, making it impractical to attend classes, yet they insist my child participate in a promotion ceremony on August 23 and that I can only withdraw after that. It's frustrating because my child isn't receiving proper instruction; although we have videos proving he isn't engaged, the instructor claims otherwise. This program seems more focused on profits than education, and I'm left confused about how to end this situation, especially with concerns about potential charges for August, September, and the mystery additional charge already taken.

My daughter has been dancing at MCPA since she was 3 years old - starting in Kinderdance and then…read morejoining the pre-professional program, and it is hands-down one of the very best things in her life! The teachers are incredibly dedicated and go above and beyond to support the students; the quality of dance training is something you won't find anywhere else in the Baltimore area; and the entire studio feels like a family. She's learning lessons here that won't just help her in the world of dance, but will benefit her across all areas of life, including respect, discipline, support and teamwork. I can't say enough good things about this studio and feel so grateful that we found it!

As an open-level parent who has seen first hand what this studio does for children, Miss Lindsay,…read moreMiss Shannon, all the faculty and parents, know that your impact is seen, felt, and deeply appreciated by those of us who have spent time here and seen you work with our children. It's hard to find a space for young children that is both enriching, caring, and also willing to provide structure. I spent too many frustrating hours and hard earned dollars watching my child in activities (gymnastics, dance, soccer) where there was no structure, no discipline, and also no learning and growth. These classes were such a breath of fresh air!! I texted my Mom pictures on the first day because I couldn't believe that a group of 4 and 5 year olds were easily listening to the teacher and following a structured ballet class. Within a month, she had learned more than in a year of her gymnastics class at the time, where we were lucky if they spent 2 minutes on an actual skill and we mostly paid for the kids to throw foam blocks at one another. At the end of her first season, she performed 2 dances on stage in the gala with her class. A group of 4 and 5 year old children learned ballet and tap choreography, walked themselves on and off stage, and performed with confidence! We could see Miss Lindsay in the wings patiently demonstrating the moves, but we could also see a group of children standing proudly by themselves, looking out at their parents, and demonstrating that they had the practice, the confidence, the self-assurance, and the internal joy in what they'd learned to be able to do this on their own! Honestly, I'd pay double the monthly costs for the benefits you get from this studio, and for the absolute joy and confidence this place has fostered in my child!