Stephanie is great with little kids, but has completely checked out with the older kids. Her…read morechoreography for the more advanced students is totally lacking. They are completely unchallenged for tap. For more serious dancers, another studio would be a better choice!

My daughter has been at Stephanie's for a few years and it is such a joy to see her grow as a…read moredancer. The owner is one of the most kind- hearted people I have ever met. Not only is she passionate about her craft, but she gives every student an equal level of instruction whether they dance just for fun or are part of the competitive team. She even offers complimentary lessons for special needs children, which is truly inspirational and sets a wonderful example. My daughter is not only learning to dance from Stephanie and her outstanding team of instructors, but she is learning valuable lessons on teamwork, confidence, loyalty, friendship, and good sportsmanship. I am truly happy to have chosen this school for my daughter and would recommend to anyone.

Elite Dance Academy has been such a wonderful experience for my daughter. The atmosphere is…read moreincredibly positive, encouraging dancers not only to grow in their skills but also in confidence and teamwork. One of the best parts has been the friendships my daughter has made. The dancers support and cheer each other on, creating a space where everyone feels valued. The teachers are absolutely fantastic--passionate, patient, and dedicated to helping each dancer reach their potential while having fun along the way. I'm so grateful for the experience we've had at Elite Dance Academy. It's more than just a dance studio--it's a place where kids can thrive, build lifelong friendships, and feel inspired every day. Highly recommend! Laura Vistine

My twin girls LOVE coming to Elite. There is such a variety of classes to offer the dancers and the…read moreclasses are fun! Couldn't be happier with Elite and my girls' progress.

My daughter LOVES her ballet and tap classes... she looks forward to her classes all week. Ms…read more Mariah, her teacher, is hands down THE BEST! She's always smiling, patient, sweet, put together and welcoming... she's Just amazing!! The owner is easy to talk to, caring, dedicated and involved w/the dancers, as well as w/their family's. All in all, very happy we found this studio, NO complaints whatsoever. Highly recommend!

From the owner: The Plainfield Dance Academy's mission is to provide dancers with a comprehensive artistic…read moreeducation that fosters excellence in all forms of dance and enhances passion for the arts; to instil in dancers a desire to care for the environment and an enthusiasm for having a positive influence within their community.

Dance Dynamics is an excellent school, and I have danced here all the way up until I graduated as a…read moremember of their competition team. They provided me with the training & technique I needed to join my college dance team, and now I am an NIU Silverette Alumni. So grateful for Brittnie and all of my past instructors at this studio!! This is the most positive, supportive environment you can find in a dance studio.

This is my first year at Dance Dynamics and it has been amazing! The classes are so much fun, the…read moreteachers are super supportive, and I've already learned so much. I'm loving it here and can't wait to keep growing this upcoming season!

Cliques and so expensive. Checked out the comp team (coming from a different area team) and the…read moreprice is crazy compared to other studios and teams. If you're not in the "in" group forget about being seen. They do push their dancers however it is to the point of injury and then allow them to continue to dance with it. Hard pass on this team. Much better and more ethical studios in the area.

This place is toxic. I realized this multiple times throughout my experience here. From being…read moreignored by the owners mother who works the front desk when I asked to speak to the owner as we were a new family - this was a big time and financial commitment for me as a parent, to being disrespected by the owners sister and yelled at by one of their ballet teachers when I volunteered my time to help with dancing with santa and the nutcracker... YIKES. Multiple times throughout the season the owner talked negatively about families that have left the studio. This is a pretty small world we live in. I know the side of the story they won't tell with some of those families. That's when it clicked that they will stop at nothing to make people who don't put up with their crap look like the crazy/unstable one. The last straw was them blaming my daughter for something someone else did... the week before nationals. It was horrible. Her trust was completely broken with one of her teammates because of it and no one cared how much they hurt her... The pictures of my daughter on stage from nationals, she looked SO SAD. It was heartbreaking. That being said, even though I detest the people that run this place. My daughter is still super kind and supportive of every single kid she danced with here, even the one who lied and got her in trouble. The problem is the people who run it and the group of moms that act like spies and gossip about children. It's weird. Do not recommend this place. There are way better options in the area.

I just wanted to take a moment to congratulate and thank you all for another beautiful performance…read moreyesterday. My daughter isn't a dancer, but we've been coming to your performances as one of our favorite holiday traditions since she was 5 and she's now 11. Your production values get better every year and it's so special to have this incredible, intimate and affordable option to see the Nutcracker. The skill and passion throughout every aspect of this production are apparent, your ticketing is user-friendly and everything is very well organized. While I never have a dancer in your shows, I always tear up a few times thinking of all the hard work and training that goes into each performance. There is something so powerful about the way you tell this lovely story through music and dance. Thank you for all you do for promoting fine arts in the Northshore; it is much appreciated!!

YAYAY!!! For Adult Ballet classes! For beginners! I haven't taken ballet classes elsewhere, so I…read morehave nothing to compare this to. This place does seem to be one of the few in the area that offer ballet for adults.

If you are looking for a top notch studio this is the place for your children. Donna has been in…read morebusiness for a long time and her reputation speaks for itself. She treats the children as if they are her own. It doesn't matter if they take one class or 10 classes. She goes out of her way to help anyone that needs it and expects nothing in return. Do yourself a favor and check the dance studio out.

If I could give this dance studio 0 stars, I would. If you don't mind your child being bullied and…read morethe owner and teachers doing absolutely nothing about it, then this is the dance studio for you. If you don't mind being scammed money, then this is the dance studio for you. If you don't mind teachers playing favoritism to certain students by giving them special "treats" for completing tricks in Acro class while other students also complete tricks while receiving no special treats, then this is the studio for you. This is just a few of many reasons of why I wouldn't recommend this studio to ANYONE. There are many other dance studios in the surrounding area that are professional and do not tolerate bullying of any kind. Take your business elsewhere if you care about the well-being of your children.

If looking for a place to start your child in dance or a new experience for your dancer, look to…read moreInspire in Naperville. My daughter has danced at Inspire for over 8 years and is on their Company team. She loves every minute of it! The love and devotion of each dancer, high-level training, second-to-none instructors, caliber of outside choreographers, and access to dance experiences outside the studio cannot be matched.

For a few different reasons, I want to keep my review anonymous, as it can be a bit of a conflict…read moreof interest for me. But with that said, Inspire is nationally known for creating world-class dancers. I have seen countless performances and videos of their work, and I am never let down by the technique, versatility, and advanced skill and artistry. I have had contacts/friends from inspire for over a decade, and I have seen so much growth from the company. They were always talented, as Anne Forrest knows how to train dancers, but they have started working with top-notch choreographers, which highlights the dancers' versatility and technique. I have never been a student at Inspire, so I can't speak on the culture or environment of the studio. But what i can say is that Anne knows what she's doing and know have to train technically-advanced and marketable dancers. Due to their reputability, they have kind of become a pre-professional company. This is a testament to the talent and training of the studio, but I also know that this is not for everyone, as some people aim to utilize dance as a hobby or outlet rather than a career path. With that said, a dancer will definitely get an advanced dance education here, and that can be hard to find nowadays. If you look into Inspire's graduates and their accomplishments, you will for sure see why they are so well-respected and nationally recognized. Another additive for some is that the studio is kind of a hidden gem... they are well-respected and very competitive, but they are not a studio that is all about social media presence and fame. this has upsides and downsides, but in the the long run, this is beneficial for your child's progression, privacy, and learning environment. All in all, Inspire is known for incredible training, and any child that is passionate about dance would benefit so much from attending.