I signed my daughter and niece up for The Vibe's TikTok class and my son for the Hip-Hop class…read more The kids enjoyed the classes so much that they were asking in the middle of the week if they could return for a second class before their next scheduled one! I was able to watch the last few minutes of class to see what the kids learned during their session and I was taken aback at how the instructors managed the little kids, especially the younger ones like my son who is 4! They were so patient with him and you can tell they're there because they love doing what they do-teaching the next generation of kids! Unfortunately, another lockdown happened so they were not able to go to another class. I was completely impressed with the protocols that they had in place when they opened up. They had staff outside collecting papers as parents drove up to drop off their child, someone was taking the kids' temperatures in the meantime and as you walk up, you have to clean/sanitize your footwear and hands. The studio was hip, clean and inviting. So happy we found this spot in the most convenient area in Kaimuki with ample parking! Can't wait for them to open back up again soon!

I tried out the adult beginning hip-hop class but it looked like everyone in it were in their high…read moreschool years. The place was packed and the kids looked like they were having fun. The choreography was good i thought, but the sound system has a horrible screeching type of sound output and the music being way over loud doesn't make the experience enjoyable. I paid the drop-in fee of $10, but was given back $5 and was told i'd be staying only 20 minutes, but did not really understand why. The owner was ok but not very welcoming. The instructors appear to be in their 20s. They are nice and energetic. This dance establishment is definitely geared more towards younger people. Overall I didn't feel comfortable going there.

My granddaughter is taking her first ballet classes at Page Academy…read more The facility is clean and modern. The instructors are really patient with the young children and make the classes interesting, memorable and fun. They are currently prepping the dancers for a spring program. Prices are typical for an hour long activity. We're paying $20 per session. They offer classes for all levels including adult classes. There is a nice waiting area for parents and they can sit and watch the children learn. A restroom is available as well. There is no dedicated parking lot and street parking can be a challenge to find. We parked on a side street.

UPDATE on Apr 29: It took Page 6 (SIX!!!) weeks to reply to…read moremy email, only to say that she was sorry she'd taken "many days" (read: 44 days to be exact) to consider our situation, but her stance was still the same. She even acknowledged that the wording of her time-off policy was unclear. I wrote back 2 days later to let her know that we would come back in April, take May & June off, and complete our year commitment in July. She wrote back the next day, letting me know she consulted with other studio owners and made the decision to release us from our yearlong contract and reimburse me for the months remaining on it. I've attached our correspondence in March. I did not ask to be released from our contract for several reasons: a) I wanted my daughter to stick to her commitment to ballet, as she had promised when we paid nearly $1k for the year -- as a parent, we were deprived of developing her perseverance. b) We felt we should honor the contract, regardless of whether we agreed with it. c) My daughter liked her instructor (not Page), has many friends, and made many others in the months that she attended Page Academy. By ending our contract, Page also abruptly ended several relationships that my daughter worked hard to build. I still do not agree with Page's time-off policy. If I may make a recommendation (as I imagine Page will read this review one day), I think time-off should be allowed 4 weeks at a time wherever those 4 weeks fall. As it stands now, students take the calendar month off (from the 1st to the 30th/31st). But if a student takes December or May off, they receive fewer weeks off than other possible months (and some months have 5 weeks, depending on the day of the lesson). It would make more sense to offer a flexible 4 weeks off (therefore, 4 lessons off) that falls any time of the month. Since Page offers classes 48 weeks (12 x 4) during the year, it is fairer to let the customer choose which 4 weeks (aka month) they can take off. Instead, the current policy forces the student to take a "month" off when there may only 2 lessons held during that time. I hope I've illustrated the inflexibility, poor service & communication, and lack of consideration & care that I experienced during our year as a paying customer at Page Academy. Never should a paying customer have to wait 48 hours, much less 6 weeks (that is 1052 hours!), for a response. Never have I received such awful service. Absolutely horrendous. And please keep in mind that my daughter is 5 years old and has no idea any of this has happened. While I would have preferred that she finish the year, as she promised us and we promised Page Academy, I'm grateful my daughter hasn't asked about why she's no longer taking ballet. I'm not sure how I'd tell her that we were "released from our contract" (the closest definition I can think of is that we were kicked out or booted from the Academy). It's just really sad and disappointing all around -- all because of THEIR poorly-worded policies and time off that we requested that happen to fall during a "month" with only 2 lessons scheduled + inflexibility on prolonging my daughter's course so that her remaining 2 months could be back-to-back instead of piecemeal.

This studio was formerly X-Factor Dance Studio till Dec 2011. So glad that it's continuing under…read moreMs. Emily's great direction -- with many of the same great instructors and students. As a parent, I like that I can see what my daughter is learning. The studio rents space on Saturdays from a ballroom dance studio so there are a lot of tables and chairs around the perimeter of the classroom. Parking is easy. The studio's culture is very friendly. And the end-of-semester show at Ala Moana Center is always a blast.

Can't say enough about Ms Emily and Ms. Becca...they literally transformed my grand daughter from…read morean average dancer to one that has so much confidence and shown so much improvement! Her self esteem and love of dance is thru the roof! Thanx XStatic studio and Ms. Emily and Ms.Becca!!!

Love this place. We're in tap dancing, tumbling, and ballet. Super friendly and supportive…read moreteachers. Very caring, patient, kind, but yet expecting discipline from the students. They work with kids as young as 3, I think and all with the patience of a saint - they can put up with crying, stubborn behavior, fear, hesitation, with a smile on their face and a heart of gold! And Ms Shinogu brings great discipline into the class and doesn't put up with nonsense but she does it in a way that is extremely nurturing and caring. She really wants to support all of the students to be the best of themselves. The Tumbling classes can be hard to get into so if you're interested in tumbling, sign up as soon as class registration opens. Ms Gina was very understanding when we were first starting and helped us navigate our way through the classes and now we're there 3 times a week. One tough thing is that participating in the summer performance is very expensive and somewhat cost prohibitive between the participation fee, costume fees, volunteer requirement, and ticket prices. However, dance students are not required to participate in the performance and can still completely participate in the regular classes! The one awful thing about this place is the parking. 1) there is a free lot (register for 1 hour free, after that it's paid) across the small street but it's so hard to find a stall because it's shared with a lot of other places, the stalls are small, and so many cars can't park within the lines, 2) they can ticket you, even if you have paid - they did rescind it but only after I took the time to figure out how to dispute it, 3) there are a few street parking spaces up the hill but hard to get, 4) you can park at the municipal lot but have to allocate enough time to walk across the street, and sometimes that lot is full.

My oldest daughter started her dance adventure at the age of 3. The Movement Center has allowed my…read moredaughter to explore her passion of dance. They offer an array of classes and the instructors care about their students. The environment is friendly and open. Ms. Gina the Director of the studio is also amazing!

What a beautiful local theater! We were in Oahu for Spring Break and traveling with our theater…read moreteen so thought to check the listing and luckily there was a show: West Side Story and it fit into our schedule. Easy parking, clean rest rooms, no frills concession, and cute merch. I got the reusable cup too. People were so nice and friendly. We sat at the very back of the theater and enjoyed it. The actors were so talented and so glad we were able to see it. My teen also got autographs and the actors were so happy and willing to sign her playbill. A couple were surprised that they were being asked for an autograph. When in Hawaii, after enjoying the beach and watching the sunset, why not catch a musical produced well run by the local community and supported and loved by the community.

We went to the Diamond Head Theatre for the first time to see the Les Mis Production. Although…read moresmall, the venue has a good view from every seat and the angle of the chairs, the spacing between the chairs and rows is adequate. In addition for our production, the acoustics were fine, no problems. Although not on the level as the best Broadway productions, the local community cast delivered on all levels. In addition, due to the small venue, the show really draws you into the production . All in all a great experience.

I'm being charged for a ballet class I'm not taking, and nobody is doing anything about it…read more I'm a teen who's taking Hip Hop 1&2, strictly only those classes. Recently, I've noticed that on my account activity, I've been attending a ballet class. I don't attend those classes, and I've been very careful of not entering a class that wasn't my respective class. I asked someone about this and they told me there was a girl in the ballet class that had the same name as me and they would fix it. Fine. Next day, I see it again, I'm being charged for a ballet class. I'm fuming at this point. I call, they say again, it'll be fixed. It doesn't. Nothing I do is getting this issue fixed and I'm sick of having to call everyday because they're not checking the email of who is checking in. I doubt she has the same email as me, and if I have to keep going through this then I don't think I'll be staying at the studio.

My favorite studio on island…read more - there's actual parking stalls. YES. Inner city studios are known for having zero parking, but there are actually a few stalls in their lot + street parking + parking @ a nearby shopping center (shh.) - so many different classes for the keiki AND adults. That's right. I know some of y'all secretly want to appear on world of dance and you can fulfill those dreams here. Classes change around every season for the adult classes, but hip hop 1 and street femme on Tuesday nights + hip hop 2 and intro to hip hop on Wednesday nights are here to stay! - all of the instructors are personable! New studios can be intimidating; here's how to navigate this one: 1. The building is a two-story blue building next to Still and Moving Center. Enter through the right door that has a small Honolulu Dance Studio sign on it. 2. You'll see a narrow stairwell on your left. Walk up the stairwell, put your outside shoes on the shoe rack on the top, and slip your dance shoes on (yes, you need indoor shoes specifically for dance, whether that's ballet slippers, jazz shoes, indoor hip hop shoes). 3. Walk over to the registration table on the left and fill out a clipboard to get yourself/your child registered + pay. 4. Wait until the dance instructor calls you in, put your water + belongings on the inner racks, and have FUN! Hope to see you in class!

Excellent classical ballet training, with emphasis on proper technique. Attended classes offered at…read morea handful of ballet schools on Oahu, and the instruction at HCB is by far the most sound and foundational. Other schools may be larger/fancier or offer more grand performance opportunities, but the personalized training at HCB is easily superior and their teachers unmatched. That's not to say that there aren't also amazing opportunities for HCB students to perform for the community, get exposure to guest instructors, or experience various dance styles. These things are definitely available under the umbrella of serious ballet training, personal growth, and a deep respect and appreciation for the artistry of ballet. The teachers at HCB are incredibly astute in what they're doing, while also being very nurturing, compassionate and caring. The intimate school environment is family friendly and highly supportive of each dancer. During the four years my daughter has been a student here, she has made wonderful friends and is much improved, in many ways, because of Honolulu Classical Ballet.

My daughter has been attending classes here for the last 4 months and she absolutely loves it! Ms…read more Romi Beppu (former principal ballerina of Boston Ballet and Ballet West) is absolutely fantastic and the Prima instructor Ms. Lauren is super with the kids! 10 week sessions are very reasonably priced. The Prima's will be putting on their first recital this December too!

My granddaughter has taken several seasons of dance classes at Hawaii Dance Bomb. Miss Miranda was…read morea friendly and knowledgable instructor for preschool dance. She was energetic and made the classes fun and interactive for the kids. They offer the kids fun projects to work on during down times, which helps keep their minds occupied. My granddaughter has also attended their special dance camps for days when school is out. These classes have been convenient for us. You can even host birthday parties for the kids at the studio. Prices are affordable. Snacks can be purchased for reasonable prices. The center has a small shared parking lot.

This studio is located at the end of King Street, near the Humane Society, with super easy parking…read moreright in front of the building. Always a win when you're bringing a kid. I brought my son here because he loves to dance. And they have a free trial class, so why not right?! He was a little shy his first time, but the environment was welcoming and relaxed, which really helped. The space has a fun, positive, and pleasant atmosphere. Miranda, the teacher, was especially wonderful--very kind, patient, and great with kids. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does and knows how to make children feel comfortable. Overall, this place seems great, and I really believe my son is going to love it here. Looking forward to many more classes!

I was visiting the 'aina and needed to get my house dance fix. My friend recommended me this place…read moreso I decided to check out their beginner's class. AMBIANCE: Surroundings - It's not the most vibrant place, just a place by a lot of businesses and studios. You're not in the most lit up area of the town so be sure to be aware of your surroundings. The actual building is pretty neat as though it may be deceiving there are a lot of musicians practicing in their respective studios. It may be difficult to find but it's on the 2nd floor. Parking - If available you can park at the warehouse or if it's packed, check the 2nd floor. Customer Service - Lyanne is awesome! Creative, approachable, and patient. Great qualities of an instructor. TL;DR OVERALL 5 Stars. Though it was brief, it was a really fun session - the music was on point, the classmates were engaged, and Lyanne had great energy. House can be difficult to learn but with personal commitment and a good learning environment, it's good fun. Advice: * Tuesday - Beginners, Thursday - Intermediate * $15 per class * Bring water

Lyanne is the owner/instructor and is: -awesome…read more-friendly -supportive -EXCELLENT DANCE INSTRUCTOR HP360 is somewhat of a small studio that is a bit difficult to find, but its worth it you want to learn house step and dancing. Being a househead that I am, I was excited when I came across her studio. She puts you through good warm ups, and many, many drills so that you break down the movements and learn them accurately. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for a fun, creative style of dance that isn't straight hip hop or jazz. House music=love.

2 words got me to this studio: "Twerking yoga" Yep! When my…read moregirlfriend told me about it i thought she was joking but when i came to try it i fall in love with it! Its so fun and mixes the dancing which i love and yoga!!! 2 of my favorite things! I also decided to try the other classes like yoga which i thought it was kinda easy level, high heels dancing which i SUPER love too! And also tried just the twerking class!!' Everyone is super nice and friendly too! Plenty parking and clean! Studio is not as fancy as others but its pretty affordable so i cant complain! Overall, i will still come back and keep trying more of their classes but shakti flow (twerking yoga) is my new love!!

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