Stage Door IS THE PINNACLE of dance in Sarasota. The word that comes to mind is "EXCELLENCE." My…read morechildren attend hip hop and mini flip hop classes at Stage Door. Their teachers are kind and patient. The staff in the front office is very helpful l, courteous and welcoming. The staff's professionalism is unparalleled. Upon spending any time at the facility, it will be evident that Stage Door Studios is a well-oiled machine. The viewing area is perfect for parents & families wanting to spectate. It is ample space with comfortable seating and screens for viewing dancers working hard and having fun in each studio. There is also a thoughtful children's area with child-friendly furniture and a tv showing children's programs. Every aspect of our experience thus far seems to have been carefully curated to cater to the comfort and enhance the enjoyment of the entire family. We LOVE Stage Door!

My children danced at Stage Door for 6 years (first recreationally and then competitively) and…read moreloved it for a long time. But 3 years into dancing for one of their competitive teams, my children were kicked out of the studio with just a month left to go in the season. They were unable to perform at recital, or at their final competition, and 3 months later the studio has still not refunded the money I paid for services unrendered (summer classes, a convention, unused recital costumes etc) and they will not respond to my emails. The reason for dismissing my 1st and 4th graders? I took them to a private lesson at another studio for additional training and the owner didn't like that. Dancers as young as 5-6 years old are made to sign a contract if they want to dance at competitions with the team. Initially I didn't think much of this but by the third year (and as my second daughter was entering the youngest competition team) I started to have concerns about the stifling nature of it. Essentially, I walked into Stage Door with a 4 year old child in 2016, and before I knew it I was locked into some kind of situation where they would be penalized for even looking at other studios . (By the way, I didn't sign the contract last year but they held me to it anyway.) We stayed a couple years longer than we should have because the kids made friends and didn't want to leave them. If it weren't for that we would have left sooner. As things often do, it all worked out for the best. My girls and some of their previous teammates have found a new studio which they absolutely love and I'm confident that this new studio has their best interests at heart. I'm so excited for their future in dance and it's a relief to know they're training with adults who care about them. Stage Door is a large studio that shows well. It's big, offers a lot of class times for young kids and when you aren't yet enmeshed in the dance world you don't see the red flags. I certainly didn't. My advice, if you're looking for a dance studio, is to sit down with the studio owner and really find out what they're all about. Ask questions. Talk to parents of older kids. Talk to the studio owner at length. I probably talked to the studio owner at Stage Door for less than 20 minutes combined in 6 years. At our new studio, I've talked to the studio owner for hours on end and we've only been there a few months. It's night and day. Just do your homework.

I love this dance studio. It is a sanctuary from the overstimulating outside world. I love my…read moreEcstatic Dance group. The intentions, the dancing, the music, harvesting our thoughts.

Finding Soul Studios has been one of the greatest blessings for our daughter. From the moment she…read morewalked through the doors, she felt seen, supported, and inspired. It didn't take long before it became more than just a dance studio--it became her second home. The environment at Soul is unlike any other--uplifting, inclusive, and filled with genuine positivity. The instructors not only teach technique and discipline, but they pour their hearts into every dancer, offering constant encouragement and helping each child grow in both confidence and character. Our daughter has grown so much since joining Soul Studios--not just as a dancer, but as a person. She feels empowered, accepted, and proud of who she is and how far she's come. We're beyond grateful for this incredible community that truly lives up to its name--Soul.

Since moving to their new location on Cattleman in Sarasota, l have loved coming here to dance and…read moretake lessons. Best competition-grade dance floors in Sarasota, gigantic ballroom space for foxtrot and waltz, amazing ballroom and Latin teachers, very friendly and welcoming.

Sunday dances with DJ Bob are the best! There is a good ratio of men versus women and I…read moreparticularly like that they have a different lesson the entire month that progresses to additional moves each week. Jane W.

This Dance Studio is an awsome place to look at .They're amazing ,I never really got to meet the…read moredancers though. I live in Sarasota FL and discovered them a while back.I hope everything is alright with them

This was a fun way to start my birthday celebration! The energy was fun! I will go back if in the…read morearea again!

So much fun you forget you're working out! The instructors are so supportive and high energy. It…read moretakes a few classes to pickup the dances but the more you go the better and more fun it gets!

The best instructors. It is so much fun and they are very patient with me. I highly recommend them…read moreto anyone who wants to learn salsa or Bachata and have a great time.

Amazing place to dance! Great instructors that are knowledgable in multiple types of Latin dance…read moreincluding bachata, kizomba, and both salsa on 1 and on 2. The studio is beautiful and the students are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend for both new students and those with experience.

The best things happen when you dance at Arthur Murray Dance Center Sarasota. Studio owners,…read moreJessica and Bryan have built something truly special here. Their passion and expertise create a safe and encouraging environment allowing dancers of all levels to let go, express themselves and feel truly alive on the floor. Their team of highly professional and incredibly talented instructors have nurtured my personal growth not only in technique but in confidence. It's the ultimate place to leave your stress at the door, find your rhythm, and join an amazing community of students and professionals.

What a beautiful studio! It's big and bright with a beautiful view in the back of the space. The…read moreteachers were exceptional at helping me learn the salsa. I was expecting not much from myself with two left feet but within my first lesson I was able to dance to an entire song with a few different moves. I signed up for their 10 lesson package. Easily worth every cent because of the quality of instruction and their professionalism. You can feel the love for dancing here. Thank you!

I've been taking weekly private lessons for several months with Sid and he is phenomenal! He is so…read moregood at reading people's skills and he's a very thorough, patient instructor. I have danced with some of the other instructors there and they are all so talented. They have a great team, friendly environment and it's great exercise! I definitely recommend taking lessons at Empire Ballroom!

My wife and I have been going here for nearly two months now and have had a blast with our dance…read moreinstructor Logan and her team! We highly recommend checking it out! Check Groupon or even walk-ins for excellent introductory deals too! Makes for a wonderful date night for us younger professionals:)