I trained under Artistic Director Joshua Wise for 5 years, as well as apprenticed with him as an assistant for over 3 years. As a dancer that circulated the entire Minot dance community prior to coming to Studio X, I can honestly tell you that you will not find a dance experience like Studio X anywhere else. The studio provides professional and knowledgeable instruction in all styles of dance, opportunities to travel across the country to conventions and classes with some of the best teachers and choreographers in the dance world, has an incredible competition program, and puts on beautiful full-length productions that include both recreational and competitive students. My experiences at Studio X transformed my dancing, but more importantly, they were a fundamental part of my own personal growth. Joshua and Studio X taught me everything about discipline, teamwork, creativity, and self-love. Joshua's work reminds all of his students that what they have to say matters, and they can always tell their truth through dance. I left Studio X an empowered and confident young woman, and that was the greatest gift of all. read more

My daughter has been with Studio X since she was 5 years old (now 13).. I have seen kids come and go with positive and negative feedback, but feel that the negative are just not strong enough to handle the industry in general. I have witnessed several young dancers come through the doors with fear and intimidation,,, but I have also witnessed many of those same dancers bloom into beauty and confidence, with Joshua being the reason for that! There will always be drama in every studio, with certain children or families feeling "left out". But, I don't think it's fair to target one person or the studio. Sometimes, these parents and students need to realize that it's Josh's vision that gives the students their success. There is a reason we have had several years of National Championship dancers! I give Joshua AND Cerrin along with many past teachers 5 THUMBS UP!! read more

Studio X has been the best dance studio for my child! My daughter came to the studio with very little real dance training and in a year and a half Joshua Wise and Cerrin Lathrop have transformed her into a confident, competitive dancer with strong technique. She has fallen completely in love with Dance. Josh has an amazing ability to read his dancers strengths to build the most beautifully choreographed numbers where each dancer shines. I am so thankful for Josh and Cerrin and their inate ability to push my child and support her in her weaknessss while challenging her to continue to grow her strengths. In our short time it has become apparent that Studio X is very successful in building strong dancers as they win a multitude of awards at competitions regardless where they travel in the US. read more

If you want a studio which is going to help you improve your dance and your confidence then this is your studio. Joshua Wise is a director that is going to push you as a dancer as well as build your confidence. He will push the dancers to where they feel they have nothing left only to see them peak and excel. He will encourage the dancers to reach deep into places that others may not want to go. Only to bring it to the surface in dance and to share it with the world. The passion that he gets the dancers to feel and demonstrate through dance is outstanding. The other teachers are just as dedicated and push the dancers just as hard. I highly recommend Studio X! read more

My Daughter has danced for Studio X for 9 years under the direction of Joshua Wise. He is an amazing teacher and Choreographer and has proved himself by leading his dance team to win numerous national championships. Joshua's talent and the beautiful pieces he choreographs have been raved about in the dance industry. Minot ND has been very fortunate to have such a talented instructor and choreographer in our area. read more

My son used to take Hip-Hop at StudioX, Joshua was the instructor the first year and the second 2 years Whitney taught. They are great with the kids and are constantly winning multiple awards. I think they are a great Studio and would continue to recommend them to anyone looking for a dance Studio whether it be for recreational or competition. Joshua and Whitney are awesome teachers. read more