This little shop, located right in my hood, is jam-packed with shoes, apparel and accessories for the dancing, skating, gymnastics crowds. I can't resist wandering through dance shops. It brings back memories of my tutu-and-pink-satin ribbon-inspired Cindy Ballerina childhood - the smell of new leather bloch shoes, the body forming leotards that will soak up your blood, sweat and tears for that year, those cute little bun-holders that look like they were knit by someone's grandma. Even the way the store's clothing - skirts, leggings, tops, leotards - gets lined up together, with little girls' 6X to grown woman's XL in ascending order - from miniature to big-people sizes - is adorably cute and pulls at my ex-dancer's heart strings. Tap shoes, flamenco shoes, pointe, jazz boots, ballet slipper - I've owned them and they've got'em. What amazed me was that the prices here - compared with what Lululemon typically charges for yoga wick wear - are WAY less. And I'm a yogi. I LOVE Lululemon... but, honestly, I'm thinking the next time I'm in the market for a pair of stretchy pants or a cute top I might just head over to Adajio. Where you'd pay upwards of $90 for a pair of yoga pants at Lulu, here they're $55. Tops are under $40. At Lulu - $60. Lulu's dance-wear line is easily 20-30% more expensive than at this dance shop. And from what I remember, that's a good thing, because dance classes aren't cheap - especially if you're dancing four or five days a week. Mom would have had a heart attack trying to find more ways to pinch and save to pay for my rec dance addiction, if Lululemon were on the scene, back, uh, .. in 1987! Now I'm older and wiser, and I don't look as svelte in a leotard but, man, do I ever get the meaning, now, of that timeless adage: "Dance like no one's watching." read more

Adajio Dance & Skate Apparel - Uniforms Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

I went to Adajio the other day and bought some new tap shoes. It was crazy busy as it always is at this time of year. They have a great reputation and a lot of people from our studio goes there.It is small and crowded with stock at this time of year. I think because they make sure to order lots of stock.It also gets busy after school and on Saturdays in August and Sept. especially 2nd week of Sept - October. I think this is because a lot of parents leave it to the VERY LAST minute. So I was prepared to be patient and save Lots of time so I won't be late for my daughters class. Also, they do not have a public washroom so use the mall bathroom before you go in. But with all the extra staff I had a great experience. read more

I went way out of my way to get here as I had a coupon. It was here I found a thing called durable tights as opposed to performance. Thicker tights that are made to last longer. I stocked up and continue to go back for these performance tights as I have not found them anywhere else. The store is very small so it can get crowded especially during competition season or at the beginning of the season. They also carry ice skating and gymnastics supplies. read more

I went to this store awhile back looking for dance sneakers for my stepdaughter, her mum, and myself. I went in alone on a weekday afternoon, and although I was the only person in the store, the girl working seemed annoyed to have to help me. I felt rushed and it didn't seem like she enjoyed her job. I ended up buying all three pairs of shoes on Amazon rather than go through that somewhat negative experience again if I were to bring the other two girls in. While the store does have a lot of inventory, including a large amount of dance apparel and shoe selection, it's also very crowded. I would probably go back if they had something in stock that I really needed, because they are still a pretty good store depending on what you're looking for. read more

Went in to buy dance tights for drag. The salesperson was more than helpful with me and I didn't feel rushed. I'm for sure coming here again and telling fellow queens to come here for supplies. read more

My visit to the store was wonderful. I found my salesperson extremely helpful. Although she could have sold me a pair of the first few shoes we looked at, she continued to search for the perfect shoes for my dance needs, which we did eventually find. Even the second salesperson joined in with hints and information. I learned quite a bit during this shopping expedition. The second salesperson also was looking after three other parties, two with small excited children. I was impressed with the kindness, interest and general friendliness of both staff. I truly appreciated the mini-education I received from both staff. As an adult beginning a dance adventure the extra time and attention while clearly busy, was truly beyond what one would expect. The ladies here, have created another very happy, satisfied and regular customer! read more

This place was horrible, the two older ladies that work there were completley rude. I have never been so uoset with service in my life, Im not sure if it is because I am not a 40 year old mother but at 20yr old one. But I left there and drove all the way to the west end dance store, which is alot further from home then adajio. But it was a much nicer store, you dont feel like your in a dusty little cave, and the women at the other place were very helpful and kid-friendly. The kid-friendly thing is a big deal for me because I have a 3 year old and well lets just say the women at adajio were less than acommidating. read more