Omg, this place was so much fun. I came here for a pole party for one of my friend's birthday. Of…read morecourse, it was a bit intimidating because 1) it take a lot of strength to get on pole 2) it's a form of expression and some people in our group were a lot more modest than others. Nevertheless, the instructor made everyone feel comfortable during this experience. We went well over an hour, but it was a blast! I would highly recommend doing a pole party for a birthday or a get together! If I was closer to this studio, I'd definitely come back.

I just want to share my gratitude for this studio. After having experiences at other studios where…read morethe business ethics honestly weren't great, it's incredibly refreshing to come somewhere that truly cares about their clients. I can't say enough good things about this place. In my opinion, it's one of the best studios in LA. The instructors are amazing, and the management and staff are genuinely kind, professional, and supportive. One thing I really appreciate is how clean the studio is. They ask everyone to remove their shoes at the door, which shows how much they respect the space and the dancers. I've been to studios where people walk around in regular shoes on floors you're expected to dance on, and it just doesn't feel right. Here, you can tell they take pride in keeping the environment clean and safe. You can truly feel the difference when a studio values the people walking through their doors. It makes me want to keep coming back every time.

My 1.5 year old daughter attended tutu school and loved it. It was a good opportunity for her to…read moreget some exercise and to listen to the teacher and begin to learn to pay attention. My background is in education and I have worked at elementary, middle, and high school levels as well as a kid's soccer coach so I have some context for how easy/tough it is to teach classes. Our ballet teacher was Ms. Natalie and my wife and I both thought she had a very caring demeanor for working with children. That is something you don't teach. Even though a 1.5 year old can't listen to direction the way a 3, 4, or 5 year old can Ms. Natalie adapted well and tried different things to get our daughter's attention. The studio is nice and well decorated. Parking is easy in the shopping center. We definitely intend on going back. We had a great experience.

Been attending classes with my oldest for roughly 6 months now. It's been an overall fun and…read morepleasant experience! We started with Miss Taylor, who was very welcoming. We had to switch classes for scheduling reasons and are currently with Miss Emily. She's very engaging with both the students and the parents. She makes sure to keep us all informed about what our little ones are learning, even giving feedback and updates on progress. The customer service has been very top notch too. Most inquiries or requests for rescheduling has been handled quite promptly and without issue. The most recent one being helping a fellow mom take advantage of the "bring a friend to class" promotion the studio was running last month. The studio admin, Sydney, was great and handled everything! We've participated in one recital so far. Sign ups for recitals are optional, so I did not know what to expect, but I certainly didn't think that my daughter was the only one from her class that signed up. My other guess is that not many other girls from that age group signed up either, as she had to perform with just one other student who she didn't know. It was not a long performance, which was to be expected. We're unsure as to why the littlest ones went first, as they set the tone for the rest of their peers, giving the impression that going up on stage has to be a daunting and traumatizing experience. It was my daughter's first time on stage, so I can't say it went fantastically, but I also can't put too much blame on anyone else for that. If anything, it just means she needs to have more classes so she can get better! I can't seem to find out if there are any offers to provide discounts for sibling sign ups, so I hope you guys consider doing something like that in the future!

I teach out of Hollywood Dance Center and I have to say it is one of the last standing original…read moreDance Studios in Los Angeles. It's a great old school dance studio vibe and just feels like home. I'm proud to call it my home base and Pam is so amazing. Anyone who might give this place a bad review is coming for the wrong reasons anyway. Or they might not understand it's a rental space and each teacher runs their own business from the space!

The Facility: Two studios are on the 2nd floor. The stairs are quite steep. Masks are required in…read morethe common area. The dance studios are a little bit outdated. The dance studio we were using has two fans. After one hour class..... super hot. Not sure if the A/C is working? The Parking; Street parking in the front or on the side streets.

I took from Patsy when I was little tap, jazz, ballet and tumbling. Now 30 years later I have my…read moredaughter going here and she has learned so much. We drive all the way from Rancho Cucamonga to NoHo. So worth it!

I have been dancing for Patsy for the past 10 years. She has trained me exclusively in jazz,…read moreballet, tap and tumbling for half of my life. Dancers at her studio are family, and she treats us like her own children- she makes us work to be the best we an be. She is always at class with a smile on her face, ready to work, rain or shine. If you are looking for a professional who can get your kids in shape and prepare them for life in the business, or just to have fun, she is hands down the best!! - successful student

We have been going to this dance Academy for three years now, and it has been such a lovely…read moreexperience. It is one of the most affordable and fun activities for the whole family. The recitals are fun, safe, and close by with so many memories. We have also gotten to know the parents and it has helped us to bond as the kids grow up and go to schools around here. The teaching style here is very approachable with props and fun sensory. The teachers have all been very competent in the showcases are really fun and entertaining. I don't know what I would have done without Miss Cherylann. The parent and child class was so wonderful, we did that before Ariel turned 2. It's such a great place to learn structure, magic, imagination, and to shine.

My daughter has been attending Miss Cherylann's academy for about 3 years now and absolutely loves…read moreit. Her teacher, Miss Devin, is a true gem. She's a great teacher and the kids love her so much. It's a very supportive environment that is not competitive and there is no pressure. It's just fun! The academy also does recitals twice a year which my daughter loves to do.. She is also attending a weekly summer camp there and does not want to leave when I come to pick her up in the afternoons. I highly recommend this dance academy!!

I absolutely love this studio and my instructor, Sydney. She's super helpful, friendly, and…read moreinspiring, and patient. She gives group and individual help and corrections. I'm always really excited for class here and am really getting into ballet! Note that absolutely EVERYONE gets lost coming here, you're not alone! Located within the LADA, Los Angeles Dance Academy. The phone number provided (tel:323-424-7822) is the general ALIGN phone number and they're not always available there. The LADA location phone number is 818-903-1463, and might be the best bet to call when lost. Plan on getting here 15-30 min ahead of time, because you'll probably have trouble finding it anyway. Don't bother asking the Cost Plus/World Market, as they'll respond "What dance studio?" When you're parking, you'll want to look for the Cost Plus World Market store. That's the plaza you want. It will also include the Union Bank and Krav Maga studio. But just focus on the World Market. You may need to circle around the block a few times until you see the entrance. It's a typical "take a ticket, pay later" lot. But if you're there for the 8pm class, it doesn't matter. It's free. Yes you can park right in next to the World Market. Or you can park in the large parking structure nearby. It's all fine and it's all in the same exact lot. The hardest part is actually walking to the studio from there. I included step by step photos of my personal route from my car. But if you get lost and can't get the studio on the phone, the only business you can walk into and ask is the Krav Maga studio. They are the only ones that know that a dance studio exists nearby them. If you're coming the same route I am it's; 1) Park in the World Market lot or the parking structure. Get out and turn around until World Market is behind you. 2) Look for the parking STRUCTURE and walk towards it (if not already there) 3) With the parking structure on your right, keep walking straight down the alley-like road until you reach the tiny stairway down. 4) Stop and look ahead of you. There is a tiny door that says LADA on it. That is your destination. Notice you have to leap the stairs and/or the fence to just cross straight ahead to it. So maybe don't do that :) 5) Look to the right of the door until you see another one of those ticket booth/arms by the sidewalk. It's probably closed. 6) You'll need to curve around the fence and around the ticket booth to get to the door. Reference my attach pictures, but look for my NUMBERED STEPS, since the photos can display out of order on some browser views Godspeed on your quest, brave adventurer!

Fantastic teacher!! SO FUN, encouraging and inspiring!! Everyone should take her class!…read moreThank you...

Wow! This was a breath-taking experience. My heart almost skipped a beat! I actually touched fire…read morewith my tongue...very sexy. TASTING THE TIP...of fire was one of the coolest parlor tricks I learned on the day. Always liked the concept of mastering the fire element. I did just that with my instructor Cat! This woman knows her craft. As I held two wands in one hand, one on fire and the other not; I transferred the flames from one wand to the other using MY BARE FINGERS. In one instance, I actually held fire in the palm of my left hand as I transferred the flames from one wand to the other still using MY BARE HAND. Yes, I dipped the wands in flame fluid before each lesson. During the brief moment,the flame in my left palm felt surreal. I remember Cat stated that when your palm is on fire it is instinctive to extinguish the flame by rubbing your hand on clothing to snuff the flames; this action can be dangerous. Clothes can catch on fire and it becomes a messy situation. The smartest action is to hold out your hand and close the palm quickly. Students are instructed to style their hair away from their face, wear sleeveless clothing and flat shoes. Cat is a highly skilled professional, displays patience with her students! I didn't get burned once!

Just finished a 6 weeks course with Brian and I decided to continue with him for a while longer…read more Classes are incredibly fun, he's going out of his way to make everyone feel welcomed and comfortable, and he's not moving forward from one move until everybody got it the right way. He's very passionate about his job and easily manages to transform a class into a fun event. It's so much easier to learn and practice when you feel your intructor is truly there for you and making all efforts along with you. I've trained with several dance instructors and I can say without a doubt that he is indeed one of the best out there, probably the very best when it comes to how much attention and dedication he invests in his classes.

Yesterday was such a treat! Professional dancer Brian Fortuna offered a special package of 4…read moredances -- Salsa, East Coast Swing, Tango, and Foxtrot, in one afternoon. But it was more than just a sampler. I walked away really having learned something, all while having a great time. I'm a salsa girl, but the additional three dances were really fun to do and learn. And the time just flew by as I, along with a room full of dancers, moved around the dance floor in this beautiful, spacious dance studio. Brian is an amazing teacher who really cares about his students being able to learn the technique he provides. I generally take privates with him, and whether one-on-one or in a group setting, Brian shares his love of dance with genuine enthusiasm and makes it fun for the beginner as well as the more seasoned dancer. What I saw during this last group event is him really making a point of knowing people's names, so that they weren't just some girl or guy in the corner. He leaves no one out as he moves about the room providing instruction and needed correction. I came without a partner, but it didn't matter. There were plenty of guys to go around, and Brian took his turn dancing with us ladies, too. It's great to learn from a professional who's got an amazing resume with years of national and international recognition to back him up (Google him; you'll be impressed!). It's also nice to learn from someone who knows dancing, lots of dancing, styles and forms. I love to move and get a little exercise in on the dance floor, I also love to learn new things and be confident with what I'm doing. Brian settles for nothing less than your best. I can't say that about a lot of dance teachers. For that reason I'd encourage anybody and everybody to seek him out for dancing, whether in a group class or for a private lesson.