I previously left a positive review earlier in my training; after completing over 2 years in the…read morecompetitive ballroom dance program, my perspective has evolved after the full experience, and here are as follows below: I trained at Elite Dance Studio as an adult in the Pro-Am competitive ballroom dance program for approximately 2.5 years. During that time, I invested significant time and financial resources into private lessons, competitive practices, and competitions (local and out-of-province). I practiced consistently, reviewed videos, took detailed notes, and actively asked for feedback on progression. The instructors are technically skilled, and the studio emphasizes discipline and competitive standards. For adult competitive students, here are important considerations: * There was no written or objective progression framework outlining typical timelines between levels * Advancement criteria were not formally documented and relied on instructor assessment * Progress discussions were primarily verbal rather than structured in measurable benchmarks * Costs can escalate beyond private lessons (competitive practices, mock events, visiting coaches, Pro-Am competitions, etc.) * Dance competition expenses can range approximately $1,000-$3,500+ per event, excluding travel and accommodations This model may work well for students who are comfortable with open-ended timelines and long-term financial commitment. For adults seeking clearly defined benchmarks, written evaluation criteria, and predictable budgeting, I recommend clarifying expectations in detail before committing to an intensive competitive track. Ultimately, I chose to step away because the financial structure and progression model no longer aligned with my personal goals. This review is shared to provide transparency for future competitive students so they can make informed decisions.

It has not long since become a second home, teachers with patience and love, promote the children…read moreto high places. The children get the best Highly recommend

We love Casey's. My daughter has been dancing there since she was three. All of her instructors…read morehave been awesome. She's tried tap, jazz, ballet and hip hop... so many great opportunities. They offer a ton of classes/times for all ages and abilities. Janel & Megan (manage the studio) are super easy to talk to and work with.

My daughter is now taking her 2nd year of dance at Zero Gravity. She adores her teacher, Miss…read moreOdessa, and looks forward to ballet class every week. I'm so glad we found this local gem! I uploaded a few pics, too :-)

We as a family love Dancefusion! Both of my kids have taken classes there for a few years and…read morealways felt appreciated and co.e away learned valuable dance and life skills. I myself take numerous adult classes as well. They have a huge selection of classes for adults to take which is awesome. The space is huge with 5 Large studios and even set up to have an ariel arts program!! I would recommend Dancefusion to anyone.

I love Dancefusion. I can't believe I haven't reviewed it yet. My daughter and I have both been…read moredancing there for 4 years (she switched from another school). There 5 large studios and a small room (Shirley Temple) for the tiny little ballerinas. With so much space they offer a huge variety of programs. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Modern, Musical Theater, Hip Hop, Break Dancing, Pom, Cheerleading, Acrobatics. A great selection of adult as well. They offer a power program for students who take ballet and numerous other classes.

I went out to Step by Step to... get ready for it... to take an adult ballet class! This is…read moresomething that I have wanted to do for years. While I studied ballet for 14 years growing up, it had been 15 years since my last class, so you could basically say I was a beginner all over again. The dance studio is right at the very front of Sherwood Park, so it is quite easy to get to and not too far from the city. The space itself is nice, a small wait area for the kids in between classes to hang out or for the parents waiting. There are a couple studios - though I only saw two. I was quite nervous when I walked in but the woman who was working at the reception desk was amazing! She was warm and welcoming and totally positive, making me know I was in good hands and in the right place. The fabulous owner, Noelle and her daughter Kristy are always around and are just two of the best people and dance instructors you could find. I observed a youth hip hop class for a few minutes before my class was to start, you could really tell that the kids were learning, super in to it and having a blast. Their instructor was really great. And this themed carried on as I started my class. I have to say, just wow, the man who teaches the ballet classes is just superb: Well trained as a dancer as well as an instructor. Providing the perfect balance or theory, etiquette, history and body consciousness. If you are looking for a dance studio for your children or for yourself, Step By Step is a caring and wonderful environment. You will not be disappointed, so definitely go and give them a proverbial (and literal) swing on the dance floor!

Dance Code offers a variety of adult drop-in classes for all skill levels. So whether you've danced…read moreyour whole life, or not a day in your life, this studio has something for you! I grew up dancing as a kid but after high school, there really wasn't anything further I could do at my home studio, so I stopped dancing altogether. A few years passed and I missed dancing so much and decided to search and see if any studios in the city offered adult classes. That's when I stumbled upon Dance Code. From Ballet to Hip Hop to dancing in heels, and from beginner to intermediate to advanced levels, this studio really has so much to offer the adult dance community. All classes are drop-in and you can buy an unlimited monthly class pass, so you can try them all!! The owner, Sarah Torkoly, has created something really special at this studio. It is such a positive, fun, and encouraging atmosphere where everybody is made to feel welcome. I highly recommend this studio to all!!

They have terrible customer service. I purchased the unlimited March pass on promo and cancelled it…read morewithin the hour because I found out I couldn't take the class I wanted because it was special. I've contacted the website twice with no response and messaged Sarah Torkely herself but I haven't been able to recoup my money even though she told me I should be refunded. Very confusing and disorganized classes and website. Will not be recommending to anyone

J'Adore Dance and Wellness is the home of Salsa Babies!…read more I heard about Salsa Babies when my daughter was but a wee lassie so I registered for a session. Hot tamales Batman - so much fun! The long and the short of it is a salsa/latin dance class for moms in which your baby is snuggled to you in their baby carrier. Yuppers, your baby is your dance partner! Usually classes are once a week for 10 weeks and each class is about 1 hours. It's a great way to help you lose your baby weight, make mommy friends, socialize your child and have a great time. The classes are a bit pricey, about $125. I believe you can claim this as a child fitness credit - added incentive. J'Adore Dance and Wellness also has a number of toddler and preschool dance classes and programs that help your child develop movement skills and a love for dance. I know we'll be going to more!

right before the first class, they sent a text message with a video link for us to watch. The link…read moredoes not work. I sent a text back to them. They then sent us the correct video link. I watched that video while going to the school on our way. It simply shows that we need to drop off our little ones at the door. Honestly, by that time I did not realize that it's any issue. We dropped our child off and asked him to follow the teacher. I was helping my son to take out the jacket. I was not inside the school but in front of the reception area. The front desk told me in medium harsh voice that we should not "put our legs" inside the office. We need to drop the kid off outside the door. I want to note that it was heavy raining that day and from their communication it was not clear that if they will help the child to take off the jacket. Since then we just dropped off our son at the gate and left. But believe me, even though we are not getting inside the office, we were seeing that they were either very firm or harsh and telling other parents not to get into the office. Something happened at the day before the last class, after which, we decided not to send our kid to this dance school anymore. There was a parent whose child was very young, younger than ours. The mom was helping the child to get in and was saying goodbye and took a picture of her. The front desk yelled at the parent and asked her not to take picture. The parent was nice and polite. She humbly said with a smile on her face that she was not taking picture of any other kids. The parent just saw me standing outside, and told me, "not sure, why they get so upset, when we drop off our kids." I said, "I am also not sure." One of the owners saw us, jumped to us from far away and started yelling at us that we were being rude to the front desk. I just gave her a look and told her that "I was just standing outside and was listening to the parent. I did not have any interaction with the front desk." The owner said, "okay fine, then it was not you, but her...", she pointed at the other parent. Then the owner started insult the parent. The owner tried to make a point that it's against their policy to let any parent to even get inside the office room, since there is not enough space for all parents to stand there. Honestly, I completely understand that. But the other parent just told the owner that if it was so, then this should have been communicated with us before our registration. The owner as usual, yelling, shaking her hands and told the parent that this communication was sent before registration. Although it's not my headache, but I could not see the way the parent was treated. I just simply said the owner that "the communication was sent via text with a wrong link right before the class. So many parents may have missed that and the parent is right that we should have known earlier." The owner pretended that she did not listen to me or I don't exist in that space. She was looking at her phone to look for proof to insult that other parent a bit more. The parent was very upset but she kept her voice calm but firm, was trying to show her concerns. The owner then threatened the parent to take her girl away from the class, the child does not need to participate, if the parent is complaining. The parent was still calm and said, she is not complaining, she is just showing the loopholes. I then left that place. Me and my partner we both decided that even though nothing happened to us personally, but the way other parents were treated, it's completely unacceptable. We do not want to send our child anywhere where the bare minimum manner is not present. Every parent has the right to normally pick up and drop off their kids in designated area that is convenient and comfortable for the kids. It's raining cats and dogs outside and they expect us to drop the kid at the door without letting us help the child with jacket - that's not acceptable. P. S. My personal interaction over the text with this studio was very nice. And we didn't have any argument with the owner. But it's just that we don't want to support a business that humiliates other parents.

I got a Groupon for this gym and wanted to try them out…read more First let's talk about the space. There's a small waiting area/reception desk and boot/shoe removal space (that's packed with kids shoes all the time, but they offer child care services during some of the afternoon classes so that's probably why). There's a hallway with a bathroom and the gym area is on the right side. The gym space is large, but it's not fancy or high tech looking like some other places. It does however have equipment to use, weights, free weights, resistance bands, those weird crossfit rope things, artificial turf/foam turf for running/cardio stuff, gym mats, and foam rollers. There's probably other stuff too. Gone Strong is about Group classes. They have a youth class, but for adults there is a general Group class or a strength class. I haven't done the strength one, but I've done the general one (led by Kelly) a few times. The classes differ each time. Sometimes you do upper body stuff, other times you do lower body. There's a mix of cardio, strength, and flexibility exercises. Anyway yes, group classes. If you prefer to workout on your own (not in a group) this might not be the place for you. Some of the classes offer childcare services (I think mostly the afternoon ones). I don't have kids so I don't know how it works, but it's a good idea if you're a parent who wants to get a workout. I think there's a play area in the back for the kids. They also have a hockey rink outside in the winter. This gym doesn't seem very fancy, but this is a good gym, especially if you are not a gym person like I am. I mean I'm not planning to run a marathon, and at traditional gyms I can feel very overwhelmed. The classes here are small, usually less than 10 people. Yesterday my friend and I were the only ones. I've only worked with Kelly, but she's been really great. If there's something you can't do or if you have an injury she has ways to help you work around that, or modify different exercises. The classes are very encouraging, and you do work out. So far it's been all women at the classes I've tried, but I don't think it's just women only. I've only gone to the afternoon classes, so the morning ones might be different. Small negatives. - The website is a little outdated, but it's got the information that you need on there. It's not really mobile friendly, so best to check it on a desktop or laptop. They do have a Facebook page. - After you give them your info you sign up for classes with the MindBody app (for Android or IOS). So hopefully you have smartphone/tablet. - The location is on 47 Street, right across from the Grain Elevator. There isn't a lot of parking in front of the building, but there is parking around the corner. In the afternoon it can be tight for parking, but it might be different during the day. - I like the variety of exercises you try, but I really hate doing exercises where I have to count. If you tell me to do 100 jumping jacks at some point I'm going to mess up counting and get myself confused. I'd rather do as many jumping jacks as I can in a set period of time (1 minute, 2 minutes, etc). That's just me. - The price is a little high (at least for me). I have a Groupon for Gone Strong Athletics ($40 unlimited for a month), but the regular rate works out to be about $12/class. That's probably not a bad rate, but I'm working a minimum wage job and I don't know if I can afford $100/month on the gym. The fact the classes are really small though, and you're getting close to personalized training makes this a pretty good deal for what you pay, but I might have to wait a bit and save up some money before I can come back here for another month. Anyway I like this place, if for the service and attention to detail. It's not fancy. You're not going to be using the SuperFitnessMachine 3000, but you'll get a good workout in an encouraging environment. That's what really counts.