I have been sending our children (11-year-old boy & 9-year-old girl) to Eva Dance Academy since…read moreSummer 2023. In Tri-Valley, there are actually many similar Chinese dance studios. The reason I ultimately chose EDA is due to the following facts: * I like the school location and their classrooms. The school is inside a shopping center, making it very convenient for parking, drop off/pick up kids. The classrooms are spacious and bright, providing a comfortable atmosphere. * Teacher Wang, Teacher Ye, and Teacher Yang all have extensive dance qualifications. They are very hands-on in class, and you can see that they have a deep love for dance. They can subtly embody the essence of dance in every move and every smile. They also pass on their love for dance to every child in class, guiding each movement and patiently correcting any mistakes. * My intention is simple: I want my own children to find joy in the process of learning dance, shape their physique, continuously improve their skills in their chosen hobby, and not easily give up. Learning Chinese dance involves mastering the basics and showcasing the characteristics of it. I highly recommend Eva Dance Academy!

I'm fortunate to be a student at this amazing dance school. The teachers are all dedicated, patient…read moreand even funny. They make all of us students feel supported. The best part of my week is taking my twice weekly class. I'll definitely give the school 5 stars.

After 12 incredible years of being part of this family in many aspects, I can honestly say it is a…read moreplace like no other . The owners are the sweetest guys and truly care for each and every student. They are great communicators and the admin process is simple and organized. The studio is safe to drop off your kids for hours on end , the kids will make everlasting friendships & learn valuable life lessons. My daughter has loved all her teachers and valued their expectations and standards to make her the best she can be. She thrived in the classroom due to her time management skills, juggling her education and Dance. I would highly reccomend trying the summer classes if you don't know where to start. There is a class/ level for everyone to shine and JUST DANCE!!

We love Triple Threat Performance! The customer service was quick and helpful. They got us set up…read moreright away. The instructors are awesome, and my girls absolutely love them. There are plenty of class options to choose from, and the price point is super reasonable. Highly recommend!

My daughters have taken classes at EDA for over 5 years now and it's been such a positive…read moreexperience. The teachers are so great, fun and patient with the kids. Veronica, the studio director, is lovely and very responsive to any concerns or questions. When one of my girls started ballet/tap, she was scared of the tap noise and Veronica found a class that fit better for her. Then this past year she joined ballet/tap and loved it. There's a class for everyone and every level. My girls have taken hip hop, jazz, ballet, and tap and enjoyed all styles. Also, the recitals are a big professional production. It's so amazing to see the kids perform on stage and build confidence. My daughter performed with EDA at the Alameda County Fair this past summer and it was so exciting for her. It's definitely a family friendly studio. I would absolutely recommend EDA!

My daughter has been taking dance classes here for a few years and we love Expressions. She'd taken…read moreballet classes at another studio before and we'd found it quite strict and traditional. Expressions is so friendly and welcoming to all dancers. They're inclusive to all body types, dance styles and experience levels and maintain a motto for kindness: "Be kind; dance fierce." The recitals are beautiful, fun and well-produced and choreographed. We strongly recommend this sweet, strong and friendly team of dance instructors.

When I was little I always felt intimidated by dance schools because of the lights, large studio,…read moreand lack of colorful decor or designs! When I first stepped into Tutu School Pleasanton I instantly knew my daughter would feel comfortable, safe, and excited! The color scheme of the studio is a warm yet bright pastel, the pretty tutu dresses on the walls make my daughter feel pretty in her own tutu dress, the size of the studio isn't overly open to where my daughter would feel nervous or scared to dance, everything about the design of the studio and shop is so inviting! My daughter will be dancing with tutu school for almost a year now, and not once did any of the teachers disappoint! They are friendly, beautifully unique, and talented! They are always so patient and positive and make all the children including their parents feel noticed and welcome! Can't wait to see how far my baby girl will go with ballet because of Tutu School!

Miss Lily is awesome! She suggested that my daughter move up to the next class level, and it turned…read moreout to be exactly what my daughter needed. What she didn't know was that my daughter had been getting tired and restless in her previous class. Ever since moving up, she's become interested and engaged again. Miss Lily is so sweet and incredibly patient with all the girls. We're very grateful for her!

My friend and I took the hammock tricks class and it was so fun !!! Vivian was super sweet plus…read moresuper patient, I personally get really nervous about going backwards and I forget things really easily but she was great about going through the tricks slowly and adjusting movements to make them easier for us !! We've never done hammock tricks before so it was an amazing first try!

The location of Twirly Studios seems very discreet. Not too much signage except for what's on the…read moredoor. I decided to sign up for a beginners pole class to use up some time I had while waiting for my car getting a service. I love how personal the class was. There was only about 5 of us. I had always wanted to try pole dancing and it's so much harder than it looks!!! It was a great way to gauge my strength. I was sore for days after. Our instructor was super knowledgeable and encouraging. Made this newcomer feel super welcome. Would I do it again?? Absolutely. But I do feel I need a bit more strength training in other areas in order to succeed. I still had a lot of fun.

If you're looking for a dance studio for your child, I can't recommend Sunshine Dance and Cheer…read moreenough! We originally signed up for ballet and tap lessons for my daughter, but we've since expanded to competition jazz--and we're hoping to add hip hop next year. The studio has such an amazing sense of community. From the other parents to the teachers, everyone is incredibly supportive and welcoming, especially for new parents like me. Miss Samantha, the owner and teacher, is truly wonderful. She's so patient and kind with all the kids, including my daughter, and you can tell she really cares about their growth and happiness. If you're even a little curious, there's a free dance day/class on February 1, 2025 where your child can try it out. It's a great chance to see how fun and inclusive this studio is.

My daughter had a wonderful experience dancing at this studio earlier this year. She was enrolled…read morein the Tutu's & Tap Shoes class with Ms. Samantha (the owner) and later with Ms. Amaya, who was very loving and sweet to her. Being new in the dance world, I liked that she had exposure to both types of dance (ballet and tap). It really helped us figure out which type of dance she wanted to stick with in the future. My girl was also able to participate in her first ever recital this past summer. She was nervous but the studio is such a warm & kind environment that everything went perfectly. She also had so much fun dancing on stage! The teachers, older dancers and parent volunteers are all so caring and amazing with the kids. Overall, a great experience.

Signed my child up for a one week cheer and tumbling class and would never come back here based on…read moreour experience. - They send ONE email when you register for the class and then no other information is provided. In that email, they had old covid protocols from 2020. They really need to update their "welcome" information for parents. - The class is for ages 5-12 and they keep the kids together. The problem with this is that 5 year olds do not have the attention span or understanding as the older kids. To have them all together and essentially "punish" the older kids to hold a "stretch" position until the younger kids are able to catch up is not right. They need to split kids up by age groups and create a more positive learning experience. - Coach Sam is not someone who exhibits a positive cheer attitude. Both my child and my friend's child came back home talking about how mean she was. These camps are intended to be fun, she did not make it fun or treat the kids with respect. In the time when I was there, I also observed her lack of kindness. - Sign in and sign out process is a joke, they do not even check when you pick up your children. This is not safe, they should check when each child is picked up by an appropriate guardian especially if it's a camp setup like this. - Several children were new to cheer/tumlbing and needed help with the basics such as how to do a cartwheel, the "teachers" did not provide any help. They just told the kids to keep trying and to not interrupt them when they are working with other kids. How is a child supposed get help? The overall lack of actual teaching was really disappointing.

Kids enjoy what they have to offer, but their expensive and constantly after your money for every…read morelittle thing they make up. We not new to extra curriculum programs, but look out for your bank account and know what you signing up for financially and literally if you send your child here. And there not the friendliest, cordial at best, only kept my kid there long as I did because she loved the program and interaction with the other kids.

Let's start with the good!…read more I signed my two daughters up for a once a week dance class last year and we ended up not being able to attend due to an unforeseen family situation. They reached out to me when we didn't show up for several classes and actually refunded me the tuition as a credit to be used in the future, which they did not have to do. That shows a great business who puts people above profits. My concern is about the Summer Dance Camp. It's three hours long and it appears that maybe 30-60 minutes of it just has kids watching something on a TV screen. As a parent, I'm quaking so hard to keep my kids OFF of screens and active this summer, which IA why I paid a pretty penny to have two kids take this dance camp. The fact that I witnessed them sitting on the floor watching the TV screen made me frustrated. It's a 3 hour camp -- play games. Teach them another routine. Practice the routine more. Screens have no place in a dance camp in my opinion. But maybe that's just my own opinion as a mom and a teacher.

We were in the market for a music/dance activity for DGD...and my daughter found the program here…read more Both my daughter and I studied ballet...she lasted for many more years than I did. My grandaughter is 2.5 years old, and her class is just perfect for her age group. I view this as dance and movement appreciation. Miss Shelly is very engaging, she and her staff encourage the students participation. Props and costumes help facilitate the stories. Children this age just don't have the attention span for serious dance yet, and this program understands that. Today they read the story of the Nutcracker ballet, and acted out some scenes from the ballet...it was a so cute!!! This is truly the place for her... I can't wait for the recital!