RISE is the best dance school in the South Bay . The professional dance instructors are really…read moretalented and they have great skills and so much talent to pass on to the students .The owner is very dedicated to the dance community. The students progress through hard work and dedication it Is so important and immensely appreciated.The studios are clean and air conditioning is great , very professionally run . This is the best place for results and your students really are in good hands . The end of year program is so important for the students to preform all of the different styles of dance , ballet, tap, hip hop, modern dance. You will be in good hands with this academy everyone has a great experience that I have talked with. I would highly recommend this to be your first choice for your dance future.

Our 12 year old visited for the first time, Rise Dance Academy and was easily welcomed, included…read moreand given a free class to try out. This day, they had a substitute in place of their regular teacher as my daughter tried out their level 4. Afterwards, the ballet teacher assessed our daughter was above that classes' level, so she knew right away to possibly place her towards the next level. Therefore, when you try out their class, they are making assessments to observe experience wise where your child is at. I truly appreciated that. The staff upon entering was easy and made you feel at home. It was wonderful to see various classes all day, that Tuesday from Hip Hop their teacher was energetic. And then, Lyrical. Aside from the location being where the beach is at, beside this studio has really yummy cafe style restaurants to eat at. Thanks for a wonderful experience Rise!

THE OWNER (FRANCESCA) PUSHED ME…read more I read a negative comment about the lady at the front desk who always seems bothered by questions. That was 11 years ago. I cannot agree more to this day. Every interaction with Rose has been completely off putting and unwelcoming. At Thursdays recital, pick up was a complete disaster. I was pushed by multiple parents and then THE OWNER looked me dead in the eyes and pushed me. The barrier the older students originally had up was no longer there and parents all had their kids. When I saw another mom I know with my daughter, I walked towards them. THE OWNER PUSHED ME AND SAID NO when other students were with their families. My daughter is 3 years old and short like me, so once I finally found her I wanted to get to her so she felt safe. I wasn't pushing anyone, running around, or acting aggressively in any way. I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT WOMAN LAID A HAND ON ME. The teachers are nice, but almost all staff who work the front desk have been too bothered for questions or any interaction. I grew up in a studio that felt like a community, this is NOT one of those places.

I am a father of a special needs kid and enrolled her in the move class and the summer camp with Ms…read moreCorina and Ms Erin. They have been nothing short of amazing. She was so happy to be included in camp with her best friend, which really meant a lot to me to not get her kicked out or called about inappropriate behavior. She also connected with one of their assistants and had so much fun with her. Thank you so much!!!

They gave me a free trial private salsa class with Sarajane and, honestly, they got me right there…read more One class and I was hooked enough to buy a whole package -- that's how good it was. Sarajane is something special. Beautiful, talented, gorgeous, funny, elegant (ok Im obsessed), truly a goddess. Her energy fills the room the moment she walks in -- joyful, fun, and completely contagious. What sets her apart is how she breaks down technique in a way that actually clicks. No confusion, no frustration, just real progress you can feel. Now I actually look forward to Mondays (never thought I'd say that), I'm dancing three or four times a week, and I've even started going to socials at the Lighthouse with people from class. So glad I found the studio!

They have a variety of dance classes you can choose from. They have salsa, swing, ballroom, and…read moremore. The staff and all the dance instructors are super nice too. I took a couple of dance classes and really enjoyed it and look forward to trying more classes. Their classes are beginner friendly and easy to follow as well. You Can Dance Studio also offers renting for parties and events. My friends have rented the studio space and they have a really nice space to rent out. They have plenty of space and they also have nice lights on the wall! They also have Bluetooth speaker too. The staff was really nice in helping us and answering any questions we had on renting the space. My friends was really happy with renting the space and will rent again for a future event. Overall I would highly recommend this place for taking dance classes and renting the space Parking: They have street parking available and most street parking is free after 6pm.

I don't know if this is allowed because I started working here in June, but I also take classes at…read morethe studio as a client and feel like I can review in an unbiased way! I am so obsessed with this studio. The owners, Yaya and Hillary are such incredibly strong women that have cultivated a fun and safe community to work out in. I love all the clients and the sense of community. The studio itself is adorable- it is bright, sunny, and puts you instantly in a good mood. All their equipment is clean and up to date. They provide everything you need for class. My favorite thing about Shine is the "move to the beat" theme they have in every class. Music always motivates me to work out harder, so this is something I appreciate immensely. I also love their pillars of working out for yourself and for no one else. It's not about how you look, it's about how you feel. They work out not to get skinny, or lose fat-- but to feel better and create those endorphins because every body is beautiful, no matter what size :)

Yaya and Hilary are absolutely gems. They're so welcoming, kind, passionate and the greatest…read morebusiness owners. Their classes are fun yet challenging and inclusive for all. Could not recommend this place more!

I loved the Reiki Movement class I took on Sunday evening…read more Erin was a very welcoming instructor. She started off by going around and giving everyone individual Reiki. I felt the heat in her hands and even teared up a couple times. She then led a meditation journey which helped me get in my body. Even though I'm definitely not a dancer by any means, I didn't feel self-conscious and I thought the build-up in technique was slow and natural. As a beginner I felt comfortable and enjoyed the whole experience.

The new gem of the town!!!!! If you've always wanted to learn to dance, this is an awesome new…read morestudio to train at. Dance class and fitness classes too. Hip hop is my favorite (the sweat is always real and it's a lot of fun)! Super friendly staff, BEAUTIFUL studio space and freeeee parking in the building.

Dancers, parents, and office staff are great. Dance instruction is good, although if you care about…read moreyour dancer's mental health and self-esteem, stay away. The dance team and studio director Jami Gobee puts an enormous amount of stress on these dancers and then criticizes them when they can't handle the stress. She refused to allow any medical accommodations that were provided, and repeatedly told us that she knows more as a dancer than our surgical doctor and therefore wouldn't accept the notes!! Instead of allowing accommodations, she made punishing threats and forced my child to take all of her classes when she was injured and sick. With every request, I received a cold and rigid response like the one copied from the other reviewer. Jami and her dance teachers regularly humiliated and ridiculed my child for her anxiety when they were the root cause of that anxiety, and told her that her dancing was getting worse (I wonder why....). Anxiety increased exponentially during her time at Fusion, and dropped almost instantly once we left. Jami told the entire dance team not to talk to us when we left, which speaks volumes to her character. They are all afraid of this woman. I would love to say that this is a good studio, but Jami creates an unhealthy environment for youth that I would not recommend to anyone. So unfortunate and so misguided.

I took a technique class with Chelsea Wednesday and I LOVED it. She has high expectations and…read morepushes you to achieve your best. At the end of class, after I am spent, she has us do like a million Sautés then Relevé in first and hold it. She says something to the effect of..... take all that energy and quiet it. That's what makes a dancer, being able to create all that energy and harness it. That resonates with me and I appreciate it. Granted I am bay FAR the oldest in the class, but personally I don't mind it. I find it both nostalgic and inspiring. Overall great studio, and I can see in the girls the fabulous technique they have. Beautiful dancers, and Chelsea is a great teacher!

Oh my gosh!' Both my sisters were taking their kids there…read more.... I thought I would accompany since I want to have my girls attend... Huge mistake!!! Dirty bathroom and class room ! I don't even know they care since my sisters both mentioned that to them but they are quick to collect the money but not listen to any parent's concerns. I would definitely skip this spot ! They are just so rude!!!

We have been part of SDM for many years and we have loved all our teachers. The teachers keep the…read moreclasses fun at the early years and then when you get to Ballet 3, the number of classes increases to twice a week.

My daughters have been attending Ohana Dance since 2021 and it's been a 2nd home to us. The girls…read morestarted with hula for keikis (littles) and have continued with hula over the years and added ballet to their schedule. We really appreciate how the owners/directors/teachers/staff nurture the dancers to learn and grow within their particular dance form within the framework of a family-like community, or "ohana." If you're looking for a dance studio that offers brilliant technique, amazing teachers, and down to earth people this is it!

So glad we stumbled across a free trial class one day during an instagram scroll. We got locked in…read morethat very day & now go twice a week! From the staff to the teachers to the other parents it has been an amazing experience & a wonderful addition to our family routine!

This dance school has been declining ever since it changed owners a few years ago. They definitely…read moretreat this as more of a business and less a school. They have sadly lost a lot of their best dancers. They treat their dancers as assets/revenue generators vs students. There are a lot of hidden fees and very poor communication to parents besides bills and recommendations for additional 1:1 (more $$) lessons for their kids. While some of the teachers are great and kind, a couple of unkind teachers have proven to be sour apples and have driven many students away. Very sad.

My granddaughter takes 3 classes at this studio. She loves all her instructors and the studio is…read morevery clean and well organized for dance lessons. All classes that I attended were on time from start to finish. I highly recommend

I took the 1.5 hour intensive ballroom class last Saturday with Marianna and Irene and had such a…read moregreat experience. As a beginner, I really appreciated the pace they set. The steps felt manageable, and I could feel my confidence building as we progressed through the class. They were kind, fun, and made the entire session lighthearted and welcoming! At the same time, they are clearly very talented dancers, which gave me something to aspire to. Overall, the intensive was both fun and educational. Learning six dances was a lot, but it was absolutely doable and gave me a clear sense of which styles I'd like to focus on next. I would definitely recommend this class and would happily take it again to reinforce everything we learned.

I've wanted to dance for years and finally got the courage and went to Fred Astaire and let me say…read moreit changed my life for the better. I'm having so much fun. I hope you were able to enjoy it as well.