My daughters have been attending Ohana Dance since 2021 and it's been a 2nd home to us. The girls started with hula for keikis (littles) and have continued with hula over the years and added ballet to their schedule. We really appreciate how the owners/directors/teachers/staff nurture the dancers to learn and grow within their particular dance form within the framework of a family-like community, or "ohana." If you're looking for a dance studio that offers brilliant technique, amazing teachers, and down to earth people this is it! read more

So glad we stumbled across a free trial class one day during an instagram scroll. We got locked in that very day & now go twice a week! From the staff to the teachers to the other parents it has been an amazing experience & a wonderful addition to our family routine! read more

Ohana Dance is an incredible organization. Such incredible talent has come out of this studio in Redondo Beach. I have two daughters that have really found their thing by dancing on their competitive team and in the magical productions the studio puts on twice a year. So professional and impressive. From dancing en pointe in ballet to incredible jazz and contemporary performances - even hip hop. The range the studio teaches is from novice to advanced. Ohana has taught discipline, technique and teamwork to my kids. We have met amazing families and friends at the studio. Really special teachers and friendships have been made that have made my kids feel like they are truly in a family environment. I love watching my girls dance on stage and shine- thank you to Ohana Dance for everything you do for my kids. It's been a truly wonderful experience and I cannot recommend the studio enough. read more

I feel compelled to respond to the studio owner's public statement, as several claims made in response to my review were not only misleading but factually incorrect. First, regarding the competition team: we were removed because we did NOT sign a new contract granting rights to use my daughter's likeness. This was NOT a part of the original competition team agreement that we signed at the beginning of the season. The likeness release was a new, separate contract sent digitally just two weeks before the scheduled competition -- not something we had previously agreed to. To imply we were aware or had signed off on this earlier is simply untrue. It is incredibly concerning and ethically questionable that a child could be excluded from a team they've trained with, simply because a parent is not comfortable signing over rights to their child's image. Consent, especially when it involves minors, should never be coerced. Second, regarding the band and recreational classes: we did NOT state we wished to discontinue. We were removed, the studio still billed our credit card but removed us from the recreational band group. We continued to pay for recreational classes despite what happened. We ultimately chose to leave hula class specifically because of age-inappropriate disciplinary practices. We raised these concerns via email at the time and before this incident and we also have messages from other parents echoing similar concerns. There were repeated instances of children crying due to the instructor's tone and lack of patience with younger students, not an isolated issue. If this studio claims to be committed to "transparency," I welcome that. I have saved the emails, class communications, and parent messages that support every word of this response. Dance should foster joy, confidence, and creativity- not fear or shame. A child should never feel intimidated or punished in a recreational activity meant to uplift. I hope this encourages a moment of reflection. Families entrust their children to your care -that should never be taken lightly. read more

It started with one class and then it became two and well now, let's just say I can list Ohana as my second home. :) My daughter left a negative dance environment and was really trying to find her way in the dance world. I am so happy we found Ohana. She is thriving! I have seen her grow as a dancer while attending Ohana. The teachers - are dedicated to their craft and have a joy of teaching those eager to learn. They have fun, they are tough and they want to bring out the best in their dancers The owners - have a dedication to the studio and the dancers that is top tier. I have witnessed each of them give advice and support that goes beyond dance. They listen and adjust things, if needed. The families- the more seasoned parents will offer help and guidance to the new families joining. Some times new families want to hear from parents just like them. When I started I knew I could ask the staff and when I did, I got great detailed answers. But there were times I wanted to talk to a dance mom and get their take on a question I had. I'm happy and my dancer is happy! We have found our Ohana. read more

Ohana is supposed to mean "family", but you're certainly not treated that way here. Some of the teachers here are great with the kids, but the management and ownership are something else. They preach a respectful and supportive environment, but the irony is they allow kids to be treated awful by their peers, have teachers tell them they aren't good and on top of that are disrespectful to the "clients" aka the parents by talking down to them or flat out yelling at them. The lack of empathy is astounding and does not nurture any sort of positive environment. They act like they care, but it all just seems like a facade. Sadly, we're not the only ones this has happened to and I'm sure we won't be the last. Just make sure you keep your mouth shut and smile as a parent. That's what you're expected to do according to the conduct policy. Parents that are still there that I know have had similar experiences -- I encourage you to speak up and not be talked to in a condescending fashion - just keep in mind they'll probably tell (not ask) you to leave if you do. You have a voice and there are other studios that will not talk to you like this and that actually have a respectful environment. I've talked with plenty of other teachers at various studios that were appalled to hear the way business is conducted here. I hope the studio management and ownership reads this and takes a good look in the mirror at the treatment of their customers. The hypocrisy displayed by them is a real thing and they certainly don't deserve the name Ohana until they earn it. read more

My daughters have been dancing with Ohana for the past five years. Before that, we tried two other local studios, but they never felt connected enough to stay. My kids were shy, but the teachers and directors at Ohana made them feel welcome and supported from the beginning. Our experience has always been positive. The directors, Krista and Jack, are consistently seeking ways to improve and are open to addressing any concerns that come up. My conversations with them have always been respectful, and I truly feel heard--never dismissed or spoken down to. Now that my kids are part of the competition team, Ohana has become their second home. They spend hours training and rehearsing, and the friends they've made have become like a second family. Their time at Ohana has helped them grow into confident and positive individuals. Ohana has provided a nurturing and inspiring environment where my daughters have not only grown as dancers but as people. The supportive community, dedicated leadership, and focus on personal development make Ohana a place we are proud to be a part of. read more

Ohana has been a second home to my daughter for many years. Over the course of her time with the studio, she has made great friends and formed strong bonds with several teachers, especially Mr Jack. He has shown her support, guidance and a level of selflessness that he is well known for. My daughter chose to transition to this studio herself for these reasons. Miriam has been a guiding light for her. We are extremely grateful for her time with Ohana. read more

Ohana Dance - There are no words to express how amazing this studio has been for our kiddo. Considered "late" to dance training at age 11, over the past 4 years our (now teenager) has flourished and grown. With the goal of being a professional dancer, the Admin, Owners, and Choreographers have been nothing but supportive and wonderful through the years. Now that our teen is headed to LA County High School for the Arts in their Dance Program, our dancer will continue training at Ohana in addition to the training she will receive at school. We could not be more grateful for or say enough wonderful things about Ohana Dance. read more

We have been part of Ohana for 9 years and our kids are extremely happy with their forever dance home!

My daughter has been dancing at Ohana Dance for over 5 years. We have danced at two other South Bay studios but found our home here. The main reason we have stayed with Ohana is because of the way it has welcomed my daughter (and family). The teachers and staff are all positive, encouraging, and supportive. She has made best friends here and this studio has become her happy, safe place. I am the type of mother that always has questions and the staff is always available to answer my questions in person, by phone call, or by email. The owners are very transparent and are available to go over contracts and billing when you have a question, or two, like me. My daughter has been in all their productions as well as the competition team so I appreciate their constant communication and patience with me. The studio is clean, well-maintained, and has a TV in the lobby with a live feed so parents can see their dancers in class, which I love. We would wholeheartedly recommend Ohana Dance Studio for anyone looking for a dance studio in the South Bay. read more

This is a summer camp must! Mr. Jack and his team are amazing! Fairytale dance week has been an absolute blast for my little dancer! It was magical every day, filled with learning dances, crafting, field trips and fun! Mr. Jack is one of the best teachers and I can't recommend him and his studio enough! We will definitely be doing another summer camp with Ohana Dance!! read more

My daughter has been going to Ohana for years. She is on the competition team and looks forward to the nutcracker every year. She has excelled so much I love watching her dance and compete. The teachers are all amazing and very professional. Her friends there have become more like family bc they spend so much time together. I just signed up for all her fall classes, she cannot wait to go back next week!!!!!! read more

My daughters just started a few months ago and they love it. Ms Jacky is amazing and so encouraging. Management is also amazing. There's always someone there to greet you and answer questions. I've emailed admin a couple of times (since we're new) and they are always helpful and respond quickly. My daughters are looking forward to the summer camp! Thanks Ohana! read more

Very bad sign-up experience. +++++++++ We signed our girls ages 5 & 6 up for Mini Jazz on Saturday. We were all very excited. Automated email told us to come at 6.40pm. It reminded us the day before at 6.40pm. We arrived at 6.30pm Saturday and no one was there. We called and emailed Krista. She did reply via email one time; saying MiniJazz was for Saturday morning, and linked to a schedule. The schedule didn't list Mini Jazz for Saturday morning; but did list a Jazz 1 for Wednesday. On Thursday night, I asked Krista and Angela via email to clarify the time on Saturday. It is Sunday; and no response from either Krista or Angela. Thanks! read more

Parking... parking was very spacious especially for the time I went which was on Saturday at 11am. The front door was closed but walked to the back and went in thought there. Service... it being my daughters first time there they said your first lesson is free. They have several options regarding payment and how frequent you will be going. Make sure you talk to the woman in the office regarding pricing. Instructor... Ariene I believe her name is. Well my daughter loved her. Especially how she tried to include everyone in different activities and different kind of drills. This was the Tahitian dance. My daughter is half Hawaiian so for her to learn from another islander was great. Final thought** well if my daughter loved it then I love it. So I signed her up. Not like I had a choice since she begged me. read more

Ohana Dance - My little girl had a blast. - Performing Arts Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

We've been trying to find a dance studio that has nurturing environment that will make my daughter enjoy dancing and leave with confidence and great memories .I believe we found it. It's like a family . The second class my daughter took the teacher and the staff remembered her name. Ohana staff are amazing .. They answer your question via email or person right away, instead of leaving your hanging . They are very accommodating. read more

I take the adult ballet classes here at Ohana. Mia, the instructor , is wonderful. She has strong technical knowledge and is able to make good corrections that helps the dancer grow. She has the ability to adapt the class to the skill level of the dancers that day - from basics to challenging an experienced dancer. This is a great skill with adult ballet ! The people at the studio are very friendly and welcoming. I think it's a great place whether you are beginning to learn ballet or keeping your technique learned long ago. read more

My coworker and I attended a free trial class and we chose the Hula for adults. Krista, owner and instructor was amazing!! I never thought my hips could sway that way. LOL we learned a full dance with the song La'ieikawai by Hoku Zuttemeister in an hour. It's not as easy as you think coordinating your hands, hips, and feet but Of course practice makes perfect! Krista makes the class fun and easy to follow! Her dance studio is very clean and simple. Her office is so cute and has a small fridge for those who need to purchase water or a sports drink. She offers a variety of classes for adults and children. From hula to hip hop. You must check it out!! Fun atmosphere! read more

Love this place. The teachers make you feel so welcome and I always feel challenged and supported.

My daughter and I attended the adult Hula class last night and signed up for weekly classes today. Krista is a wonderful instructor and immediately made us both feel welcomed. The above may not seem like much, but we have checked out a few different dance schools in the area and this is the first time we didn't feel judged or leave feeling less than. Looking forward to learning hula with everyone at Ohana Dance. read more

What a great studio! Unlike Dance 1, this place has nice people that work there. The ballet teacher is the best and the kids are so happy. All of the dance instructors are great and very easy to talk to. Angela at the front desk is very helpful. Best part for my son is that there are plenty of other boys in the classes which I loved. read more

Great community and excellent teachers. I am not a coordinated human being. I can shake my body, I don't know if I could call it dancing. LOL. Krista has the patience of a monk with her students. I've watched her teach kids classes as well and her relationship with them is really special. All of her classes end with a hug (for the kids) and she has a great way to explain dances in technical ways as well as visual, for those specific types of learners. This studio has fantastic prices and I highly recommend trying one of their classes out. read more

I chose this dance studio because they made me and my daughter feel welcomed and it offers something that is rare these days: a loving, nurturing environment where my daughter can learn how to dance, build her confidence and self-esteem and come out with wonderful memories. My daughter is currently taking a class with Ms. Allynne. Ms. Allynne is patient, attentive, caring and fun. My daughter and the other children absolutely LOVE her. read more

Glad I found this studio since my daughter was interested in Hula dancing. Krista and her staff are helpful in finding the right class for your child. My daughter also loved her hip hop classes. There are many dance class options that include Hula, Jazz, ballet, breakdancing, Tahitian, and hip hop. They have an annual dance concert that showcases all the student's hard work. They are moving to a new location soon so stop by and check it out. read more

I feel so lucky that I came across the Adult Hula class at Ohana Dance! Ohana offers a free trial class which was a great opportunity to come in and check it out. Our hula instructor and studio owner, Krista, and the rest of the staff are very welcoming and friendly. Krista is a graceful dancer with years of experience and is very patient and thorough with her instruction. From the get go, I felt welcomed not only by Krista but also by the other dancers in class. I started just over a month ago and this class has quickly become a highlight of my week. Looking forward to continuing to practice and learning at Ohana Dance! read more

I had the pleasure of taking a couple classes at Ohana Dance Studio. I took Hip Hop, Jazz and Contemporary. I had such a wonderful time! The instructor Ms. Joey is so great, high energy and extremely talented. The owner Krista, truly has a passion for dance and it shows by all the hard work she has put into the studio. The studio is beautiful, clean and well lit. Over all, I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a place to send their kids. They also have lessons for adults as well which is a definite plus! I look forward to seeing all of Ohana Dance Studios success! read more

This is the perfect dance studio for the whole family. I wasn't able to find anywhere to dance hula when we moved to the south bay, so I was so excited to find an amazing studio to dance with awesome teachers. The space is really bright and clean and everyone is so nice and welcoming. If you are looking for somewhere to dance hula this is the place and the benefit is they offer tons of other dance classes as well! read more

My daughter and I had the pleasure of taking her first ballet lesson at this studio. It was truly a magical experience. The studio is gorgeous and the teacher is absolutely brilliant. She works so well with little ones and all the little girls look up to her! My daughter felt like a tiny little princess. The next morning she woke up and asked if we were going to ballet. We are now officially signed up and can not wait for our next class! Highly recommend to all parents! read more

Breakdance and HipHop! We moved to the Southbay in '15 and my son wanted to continue taking breakdance and hiphop. We were excited to find Ohana Dance and all the talented choreographers so close to LA. The friendships he's made and commitment from the instructors is priceless. I recommend trying out Ohana and you'll understand why it's named a FAMILY dance studio. read more

I found this dance studio the week after they opened in February 2015, and quickly signed my 2 year old daughter up for Creative Movement classes. And then, just as quickly, signed myself up for adult ballet! Ms. Allynne teaches both classes and is amazing. She is loving and b-e-yond patient with the little ones and is just as nurturing to my class and me-- out-of-shape mama. (I danced when I was younger, but it has been 19+ years and two kids later). For both classes, she meets students where they are at and then stretches you to learn and grow. If my daughter has mastered a technique, she asks her to try a new one. In the adult class, stretches or steps can be modified for various abilities, tailored to skill level or adapted for old injuries. Adult ballet class is fun but after the hour you feel accomplishment (both mentally in "getting" a technique as well as in your stretched out muscles!) There are plenty of laughs and I quickly noticed progress in my stretches. Ohana really is family-oriented. Both adults and children are encouraging and genuine (in class and in the waiting area). Krista, the owner, and Brianna in the office, are both great! read more

My son had so much fun taking hip hop here!!! FUN FUN teacher, super friendly staff, very accommodating and the studio isn't intimidating. I have several friends that have kids who come here and they ALL LOVE IT!!! read more

I love taking hula classes here!! I have never considered myself a dancer but I am really enjoying learning how to hula and Krista is an amazing and patient instructor. I have a new found love for dancing and Hawaiian music!! read more

We are so grateful to have found Ohana Dance ! The instuctors are so amazing. My Granddaughter enjoys her time here.I recommend Ohana Dance to everyone who loves to dance. Come give it a try. read more

We are so happy to have found Ohana Dance, not only are the classes and teachers fantastic, but the studio is beautiful! With four spacious dance rooms, they have so many options for various types of classes, including tumbling. My daughter loves dancing at Ohana and has made such good friends here in the last year that she has been here. Thank you to all of the wonderful staff at Ohana for welcoming us!! read more

I took my son at Ohana to learn Hip/Hop & Breakdance to help build his confidence. After taking classes at Ohana for 10 months he is now part of the dance company and have competed five times. He gained his confidence through dance. All the kids that he dances with are his friends. I am so happy with Ohana Dance Studio. I also love the family atmosphere. Krista really cares about every family that are in this studio. I highly recommend Ohana! xoxo read more