Our daughter has been dancing at Center Stage for over five years. When she started during the…read morelockdown, it was one of the few activities available that gave young people a positive outlet, helping them stay focused, build skills, and feel a sense of accomplishment. The studio truly went above and beyond, even creating an outdoor stage approved by the city so classes could continue safely. We are so grateful for that commitment. Since 2020, we've experienced a genuine sense of camaraderie and family every step of the way. The owners are incredibly dedicated, always ensuring that each child's experience is purposeful, supportive, and focused on growth. We also love the variety of dance styles offered and the quality of the instructors. They are truly exceptional. Their programs are of award-winning caliber, and the musical theater program is easily one of the best in the city.

Place is like a zoo of misbehaving children. Constant running, screaming and playing on the floor…read morein waiting area. Parents pay no attention to their young kids and staff says NOTHING. If you want basic classes just to keep your kids busy and you want a migraine while waiting for them than this is the perfect place!!

Such a great kids' dance studio! My daughter was extremely shy and anxious when she attended her…read morefirst ballet class, but the owner (David) and the teacher (Miss Alli/Ally) helped my daughter feel so comfortable and welcomed on her first day. My daughter has loved all the teachers whom she's taken classes with including Miss Alli and Miss Paola...all so sweet. I love that this studio is so flexible when it comes to scheduling makeups (never had an issue getting classes booked) and I am so thankful that they don't force a dress code for the little, teeny ones. (My daughter loves ballet but refuses to wear a tutu/dress skirt.)

Love love love this dance studio! My daughter is so happy with the classes. Definitely recommend…read moreit. I wish the windows weren't so small for viewing but if you get there early for your child's class you can actually see well.

Went to the Studio City, California Millennium Dance Complex because my friend was in town and her…read moredance group had sessions there. Walking in the space is full of awesome neon and framed photos of the many celebrities that have had dance rehearsals. Like Janet Jackson, Katy Perry, Jake Gyllenhaal, Shawn Mendes and a whole lot of others. The reception desk had to cool ladies that helped us and a guy doing an onsite video learn more about the dance complex including the for dance spaces and the famous red neon sign that people know. You can walk in and see if you can take a class for $23. That is a great deal! We watch through little square cut outs in the wall of a dance class. So cool!

Do not let the reputation of this studio fool you…read more The physical condition of the space is concerning and frankly unsafe -- exposed insulation hanging from the ceiling, excessive dust buildup on fans, leaking ceilings, distinct smell of mold and some electrical outlets not even secured into the walls. This isn't just about cleanliness -- it's about health and safety. Dancers are breathing heavily in this environment, and no one should be expected to train in a space like this. A studio with this level of recognition should be maintaining professional standards. Right now, it's falling far short.

Started with Hama in 1989! And still dancing with him his studios offers a variety of dance classes…read moretaught by caring and supportive instructors. I'm grateful for his style and love of dance! Everyone should definitely look into their classes very much worth it!!

A note to Julia , from my daughter …read more Dear Julia, I have grown as a dancer as well as a person. I can't begin to tell you how grateful I am to work with you. I will always hold a special place in my heart in the spring time when I started working with you. Thank You for an amazing 4 Years!

My boy, Mitch, absolutely loves attending dance at Liv' art. It's one of the few that blends fun…read morewith serious dance technique. This is the fourth studio we've tried and it's definitely the winner. His favorite teacher is Himmeria (hip hop and jazz technique). The nicest part is that the teachers create a very positive atmosphere. He's never felt unwelcome by the staff or students.

We had two kids attend for 6 and 4 years respectively. Business primarily serves its owner's…read morefinancial interest and is not interested in the dance skill development of the children and teens attending. Communication is subpar at best and compared to other dance studios charging premium for classes provides a mediocre experience. Would recommend for taking occasional classes only. The studio itself is nice in okay location in North Hollywood.

My husband and I reached out to Soho Dance to get dance lessons for our first dance at our wedding…read more We got assigned Lucia, and it truly was the best thing that could have happened to us. I think we had a total of 6-7 classes, but after the second class, we had the entire routine down - it was all just about perfecting it. Lucia came up with the entire dance, after we expressed our song and vision to her. She even edited the music. She was so friendly, her schedule was so flexible, and she took advantage of each minute of every class. We really lucked out with her. She is so incredibly talented, and it shows. Our wedding was about a month ago and people don't stop talking about our first dance. The choreography was so amazing. It should also be noted that neither myself not my husband are dancers in any way! Thank you Lucia! Do not think twice about using her for your first dance choreography. Our friends are going to use her too!

Soho dance was the place I first really started to learn to dance. It has been my home and a place…read moreof community and learning. The thing I love most about there is that they have is tic toes that will teach you the skills and the foundations do dance while still making it fun. I need a balance of technique and fun and they deliver! I have had the esteemed pleasure of working with and competing with many of the instructors, I've learned a multitude of dances, had incredible support and the most fun I've had pretty much anywhere. Dance itself can be almost addictive once you jump in and boy what better place to get those endorphins in while learning than at a place like this? I went from knowing virtually nothing and feeling very overwhelmed (in a good way) about any partner style dance, (I also didn't have a background in other forms of dance) and threw myself in entirely to then be at my first salsa competition a year later. I'm so glad I made that investment. I've warned lifelong friends and memories. They have knowledgeable teachers, kind staff, a wonderful space and always something fun going on. I have worked with the owner, Raul, the amazing Artem, the show stopping Yesenia, the bubbly Deana, the sassy Jackie and many others during my time there. The knowledge and experience I now possess makes me feel comfortable in most dance settings, socially or otherwise. If you're looking for a place to learn and have fun...this is it!

Let me start by saying this loud and clear: I am not a great dancer. I'm decent--with two left…read morefeet--and I work hard outside of class because, well, I need to. I've even booked private sessions with instructors just to nail down routines. So if that sounds familiar, keep reading--because by the end of this, you might just be signing up for your first class. I've been a proud member of the Groove Zone community for nearly two years now, and honestly, I can't say enough great things about the instructors and the entire program. Yolanda Thomas, the owner and lead instructor, is a force of nature--an incredibly kind, passionate, and inspiring human who truly cares about every single person who steps through the studio doors. Her motto? "If you think you can't dance, I bet ya I can teach ya how to." (Spoiler alert: She can.) Thanks to Groove Zone, I've performed at two South Bay Lakers halftime shows and even hit the floor at a WNBA halftime performance at Crypto Arena--in front of 15,000 people. Yeah... 15,000. Never in my life did I think I'd perform in front of a live audience, let alone an arena crowd. It's the kind of rush you can't describe--and an experience most people never get the chance to have. And the community? Pure gold. The dancers I've met have become friends, cheerleaders, and my biggest supporters. There's zero judgment in the studio--because we're all there for the same reasons: to learn something new, break a sweat, and most importantly--have fun. Big shoutout to another powerhouse instructor: Manuela. She might seem intimidating at first (because let's be real--she's an absolute beast on the dance floor), but she is hilarious, supportive, and knows her stuff inside and out. She pushes you to grow, step outside your comfort zone, and leave class drenched in sweat--but in the best way possible. When it's time to hit the stage, she'll make sure you're 100% performance ready. And if you're not? She'll tell you that too--but with honesty, compassion, and the goal of making sure next time, you'll own that stage. That's how Groove Zone rolls: real talk, real support, real results. Take it from me--don't do what I did. I walked into my first class... got overwhelmed... and walked right back out. It took me a year to return. Don't let your nerves hold you back like that. Instead, challenge yourself. Step outside your comfort zone. Join a community of people who love to dance just as much as you want to. You don't have to be Justin Timberlake or Britney Spears. (I'm definitely not!) You just have to show up, bring your energy, make some new friends, and get one hell of a workout while you're at it. And when the day comes that you see yourself on a Jumbotron at a packed stadium, absolutely killing it in a halftime performance--don't say I didn't warn you about how badass you'd feel.

I'm in my 30s - I've always had rhythm! I felt the urge to join a hip hop class to see if I could…read morelearn and remember choreography. Groove Zone is the answer!!!! The instructors are really cool Australian women the first class is a free trial!

Came here after we went to the Sherman Oaks location. My daughter tried the class where we could…read moresit with her, which was preferable than her going in by herself. The instructor was super friendly as was the staff. Parking is easy and its located right near a restaurant, which is convenient! Overall a great place!

My little girl has been coming since this location opened and we LOVE coming every Sunday morning…read more My little one loves Miss Jess. Jess is so sweet and patient with all the kids and my little girl always gives her big hugs at the beginning and end of every class. Since she's been in this class she has learned patience and cooperation with other kids and she's learned to listen a lot better to other people so we are very happy about that. We love Blue Starz and Michelle and her whole team.

Overall, our experience with Blue Starz was just okay 2.5/3 at most…read more The staff is lovely--very kind, professional, and welcoming--but the value didn't feel aligned with the cost. My daughter attended the acting classes for a while, and ultimately it left something to be desired. Pros: * Friendly, professional staff. * Productions are nicely done * Makeup classes allowed * Clean facility * Convenient parking Cons: * Pricey for what's offered * No proper script book--only printed pages (my daughter now does theater elsewhere and receives full script books) * We never received any instructor feedback about our child's progress * Productions are extremely short--some felt only 15-20 minutes long. Family and friends would comment on why so short. * The fees to participate in the shows and ticket prices for the productions are high considering how brief the shows are I wasn't expecting Broadway level acting classes but did expect a bit more. In the end, it felt more like a money grab than a meaningful learning experience, so we decided to stop attending.

A kid from my daughter's daycare goes here for the Saturday morning class and loves it. We did a…read moretrial for ballet and hip hop on a Sunday morning but my daughter was a bit scared to do the class by herself. The staff was super nice and suggested we try a class where the parent could be in the room. We're going to try the Toluca lake location after this. But love this for my daughter!

Cute space! It got my attention when I parked in the area to run some errands!…read more My first thought was: I wish I could have learnt how to sew his way! So much cuter, nicer, better. Back in the day, in the Old country, it was tense, stressful. But I learnt something and I can mend clothes to this day. Useful skill! Since my friend's little daughter wanted to learn how to sew, I got her a couple of lessons here as a birthday present. Reviews were good! She liked it a lot, learnt some and she'll go back. Had a nice time with Miss Shannon and liked her a lot. Classes for adults as well, reasonable prices, check the site for the schedule, call or drop by to see the enchanted world inside!

Oh man. I don't know exactly where to start because I have so many good things to say about this…read moreamazing little shop. First and foremost, I have not one sewing bone in my body, and sadly my grandmother is long gone as that was her niche. My pre teen had been asking for years to learn how to sew and I finally stumbled upon Miss Shannon's class when a few moms from a mom group I'm a part of recommended her classes. From the start, Miss Shannon has been nothing but welcoming. You need to email her to get class info as you aren't able to schedule classes online. I like that though because it's nice to actually talk with the owner and ask any questions you might have. My daughter has had Bella as her instructor for a few months now and my daughter just loves her. We do bring our own sewing machine because my daughter also uses hers at home and it's nice to really learn the machine you'll be working with. They do have sewing machines there for your kids to use though. The first class they teach you how to use the machine, how to thread it, how to make a bobbin, etc, and you will make a cute little pillow. The second class I believe the kids make a tote bag, the class after that project is completed you'll make a pair of pajama pants, and the class after that project is completed you'll make a heavy duty sewing bag, which was my daughters favorite project because she's able to fit her sewing machine and other materials in that bag to bring to class. You will need to bring your own fabric for the tote bags and pajama pants and any other projects you have moving forward. Right now my daughter has been enjoying making different shirts in class. We get the patterns off of Etsy and the projects are completed in class. I saw one student was making a cute little romper. My daughter looks forward to going to class every week and loves Miss Shannon and Bella. They create such a great working environment and aren't afraid to nix any negative energies, which I really appreciate. It's important for these kids to work in a positive environment where their creativity can flow. These two truly care about kids and teaching the art of sewing to the next generation. Right now it is $38 for a two hour class. Payment info is posted inside the shop, or you can ask Miss Shannon directly. Venmo is the preferred method. There is street parking and there is a lot behind the shop, but I've never parked there so I'm not sure if that's a lot for customers or not. These are also drop off classes as the shop inside is pretty small so it's really only big enough to seat the students. I will park my car out in front and read for a couple of hours instead of going home and coming back. I also really appreciate that they lock the doors during class, which is added security for everyone. If your child wants to learn how to sew or wants a safe space to work on their sewing projects, this is the right place for you to be.