Let me start by saying I am/was new to "all things" guitar related. I didn't even know what the…read moreparts of the guitar were called beyond maybe 4-5 things. Let me stress here, I knew zip, zero, nada about guitars, but I wanted to learn how to play. So.... When I first found Elite Academy I was on the fence about whether to learn to play the guitar on my own by watching YouTube videos, or go for in-person lessons. (which I was quite fearful of doing due to covid and living with an extremely high-risk person) I'd decided to start out with just a couple of in-person lessons, to at least get a semi-proper start with a bit of feedback, and then mainly stick with YouTube. I NOW realize how completely naive that idea was, assuming you truly want to learn that is! Anyway, I talked to Damian, who is the director of Elite Academy, and after discussing my concerns with in-person instruction he told me online lessons would likely be the best fit for me personally. (I'm sure he quickly realized I was over-the-top paranoid about in-person lessons. Lol) I thought I'd give online lessons a try, even though I honestly assumed "online lessons" wouldn't be as beneficial as in-person lessons. WRONG! What occurred next changed EVERYTHING!! We set up a time for an online lesson. Prior to my 1st lesson Damian sent me a few of his beginner videos to watch as well as other info/charts to look over. The information was presented in a crystal clear fashion, it was easy to understand and retain, and it became instantly clear to me that a TREMENDOUS amount of time and thought had been put into his lesson plans, and they were structured in a way that was absolutely intentional in helping a beginner learn in the easiest and fastest way possible. After the first lesson I knew without a doubt I'd accidentally hit the jackpot in finding Damian! I'm now 2 months in with weekly online lessons and I can't believe what I've learned in such a short time. I'm beyond impressed with Damian as an instructor! If you are searching for a guitar instructor, all I can say is give Damian a call and take a lesson or two. His fees are extremely reasonable and it's worth a try. If you aren't happy then move on, but I'm 100% sure after a lesson or two you won't be going anywhere! (because then you'll know what I already found out... JACKPOT!! Lol)

I had been 'playing' guitar off and on for thirty five years but could never seem to improve…read more After about one year with Damian I've learned the scales, theory and technique that have made music one of the greatest pleasures in my life. Damian is brilliant, talented, patient, kind and funny. He is not only the best music teacher I've ever had, but a true friend. If you want to learn to play guitar, you will not find a better teacher. Anywhere.

We went to view our friends who were in a competition at the Goldstar ballroom from different…read moreareas. They were doing a competition and we went to support our friend who is a paraplegic dancing at this event. It was a $20 ticket. Seating was pretty tight for us. It said it was offering lunch. They offered three types of chicken tenders from Publix that I carried in because the people were struggling to get the food inside numerous salads and charcuterie. There was no knives for the cheese there were no knives for the chicken, which was ice cold, it was fried chicken tenders three different kinds ice cold that you had to eat with your hands. This is probably not something. The ballroom is known for this event that was held at the ballroom. It's very dated looking with the white Christmas lights and the ugly curtains. It really needs a facelift if they want to bring in premier dancers that's what I think as a spectator.

It was not what I expected. There was a group of about 16-18 people there to learn Basic Cha Cha…read more If you've never taken ballroom dance lessons before, you might be in trouble. Marta, the instructor illustrates the steps in front of the group and then the group tries to repeat the steps to music. If you're not immediately catching on, that's too bad because you won't be shown what you're doing wrong - even if you ask for help! The instructor never attempts to intercede in the group to help those who need a little extra help in learning how to move correctly. The corrections are directed at the whole group with things like "Some of you are doing this. That's wrong. It should go like this". Then everyone switches partners in a rotating fashion so if you went there to learn to dance with your wife, you do so after you've danced with 8 or 9 other partners in the rotation. You could go the whole hour doing something wrong and never get help to correct your mistakes. A simple demonstration to show you how to do the steps right would go a long way. If you're like me, never having any structured dance lessons, then you'll never learn the dance and the group will proceed leaving you behind to catch up on your own. A practice session was scheduled for one night but the instructor doesn't attend these. You're on your own among other people who are taking different classes and practicing to their music. You have to be aggressive and insist they play some music for your dance; otherwise you'll be attempting to cha cha to swing or two step or whatever happens to be playing. The real complaint is that as you rotate among different partners and you're confused on some moves, it's somewhat humiliating and embarrassing as you attempt to lead a partner and foul it up for both of you. I decided to look for better instruction elsewhere and dropped out of the class. And by the way, there are no refunds.

I have never in my life taken a dance class and this was incredible! She is so well versed in…read moredance, that I felt incredibly well directed with specifics. I will be back and reccomend this to anyone who is trying to work on confidence! Even if you have two left feet you will be blown away. She is very intuitive as well so as someone who learns more not through step by step instruction this is keyyyyyy!!! keep your eyes on the prize!

First off Kristina is an amazing teacher! She explains things effortlessly and makes it so much…read morefun! We are coming here for dance lessons before our wedding and she is choreographing a beautiful dance for us! We're having so much fun. We're planning to continue after the wedding! Such a great date night!

This review is based off of personal experience with my daughter being enrolled in the 3-5 year old…read moresummer class. My rating is based off the fact that the studio did not work out for us for my daughter is a "high spirited" independent sweetheart who cannot sit still all the time at this age. I enrolled my daughter with no experience in the dance community. She has started dancing on her own at home and expressed her desire to be a ballerina. When I heard of the opportunity here at Legacy(and with research) I thought it would be a good beginning and "assumed" that at this age level the lesson would be relaxed and more fun than leaning more toward "proper dance". This was proven wrong for my daughter didn't complete this program and here is why: 1) On the third lesson I had to accompany her into the dance room because she all of the sudden didn't want to go this is where "we" were told by the owner/instructor "X if you don't be quiet you will have to leave" my daughter was informed this while I was trying to convince her in a lower voice sitting in my lap that she should join her "friends" that they were having so much fun. So, in turn she was basically telling both of us that we should hush or leave. While in this room I found out that it was super quiet with the expectations that the 3-5 year olds should sit still and be quiet. I finally decided this is not a good fit for us and left. A week or two prior to my incident the owner/instructor told a mom in front of everyone in a stern voice, whose daughter was leaving and entering the dance room similar to the other girls but more, that she [the mom] was the problem and to step away from the glass doors.I am a rule follower so I bought the suggested attire from the local dance store. Some of the kids were not up to dance attire code but were allowed to stay. Basically, after spending $150ish I found out the hard way that this was not the studio for us. I should have outfitted my daughter in cute Target attire. And perhaps even be one of the "rule breakers" and allow her to wear a skirt. The description for the class, in my opinion, should say what personality fits best for this class so parents/caregivers can make a more informed decision and not loose money. Again I am new and didn't think I needed to ask what personality would be best for the class for it was for younger kids. To end on a high note, the studio is clean with a viewing area in the waiting room via TV and through 2 glass doors with a water fountain.

From the owner: The Place Where Port Orange Dances!…read more Port Orange Dance Studio located in the heart of Port Orange. Dance Classes for ages 3 and up in all styles of dance. The best training in the Daytona Beach area to create artistic, technically strong dancers. Choose from ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary and more! Owned and operated by Shannon Thomas, dancer and choreographer. Miss Shannon has been teaching for over 10 years and her passion is DANCE. She can't wait to share it with all of her students At Legacy, we strive to provide a disciplined artistic environment for your dancer to flourish technically and artistically. Whether your dancer wants to simply learn to dance or make it on the big stage, The Legacy Dance Studio is the place to be!

Third season and many hours ago we found a place like no other. All the instructors and…read morechoreographers are the best and my daughter loves them. Who has ever heard of a children's recital that sells out? South Beach dance parents.

My daughter went here for 3 years. She was taught by great teachers. They push the kids to be the…read morebest they can but they don't push them beyond what they are capable. They expect the kids to work hard and be the best they can. Definitely the best school around, you can tell just comparing performances from surrounding studios.

My kids love it here. They don't just learn A dance, they learn TO dance. My daughter knows all the…read moreFrench words for all the dance terms. It's educational and fun and a great discipline. Wonderful dance teachers. And the acting teacher is amazing. All the kids love her. She brings the star out of even the shyest child. Great studio.

Was a passable experience dance wise but when the owner gets in a mood look out. The owner is very…read moretempermental, and yells and screams at the kids, someone always running out in tears. Then switches back on a dime and exveryone is supposed to forget about it. Even if little ones not yelled at, they see this. My child was approached and pressured to join company without consulting with me first, causing a year long rift with my child the next year as the constant performances even at places like country clubs and restaurants did not fit into our family's schedule as we have 2 other kids and their schedules to balance, and added rehearsals week of a showdolls show were too much with school. Plus, i work nights so could not volunteer as the mothers are expected to make it their life too, for no discounts or pay or anything. The instruction was just okay, and the acro in particular was really lame. Way overcrowded and work on the same 4 moves for years. Also, they are laying all over the floor and it's filthy, do not have a cleaning company because it's all about the money there and totally disorganized...lice and athlete's foot run rampant all year. We switched mid year to another studio and it is worth the drive. No mothers expected to work for free, clean as a whistle, no bubbling floors, they pay staff well and teachers are good, more than one show a year without comiting to 'company' and nice people who will not go postal on your kid. Do yourself a favor and RUN! Don't be fooled by proximity when the personalities could damage how your child feels about her talents.