NEW If you are looking for a great place to send your child,…read moreI would highly recommend looking at other local studios such as Elements or APA. My daughter danced at SBDC for 7 years and every year our experience there just got worse. In hindsight I can't believe we actually stayed as long as we did - very poor decision on my part and I truly regret not switching my daughter to a different studio years prior. There are a few wonderful instructors for sure but the studio director/owner is a nightmare.

If I could give a lower rating I would. I only spent 1 year at SBDC and it was a terrible terrible…read moredecision. I was new and nervous and obviously that didn't matter because I was bullied and beaten down at every chance, by teachers, studio owner, class mates, AND EVEN CLASS MATES MOTHERS. Save yourselves the issues, just go to Elements instead...

Soul Connection offers everything from dance to yoga, and with schedules that you can work around…read more I first inquired here because of the 'hot yoga' sign at the entrance of the strip mall. I've never been a huge yoga fan because I find it a little too slow and usually I get restless and hyper, but hot yoga seems to be different. There's something about sweaty like a cow that really adds to a work-out. Not only did I love the hot yoga session, but I really enjoyed the instructor. She seemed extremely knowledgeable about every pose she was doing and wasn't afraid to walk around and correct what we were doing wrong. I felt bad that she had to touch my sweaty-ass body, but I was happy she was helping me. Now that I've conquered the yoga class, next up is dance! They offer a couple different classes so I think it would be neat to give it a try. Each of their classes, yoga included, has a weekly schedule and drop-in options. Stop by and pick up a schedule because I'm sure something will match your availability... and price range.

For the longest time, I'd see all the people coming in and out of Soul Connexion as I'd be going to…read morethe gym next door and wondered if I should check it out. Luckily, my two GFs convinced me to pick up a two week unlimited drop in class pass with them and try out all the yoga classes. From restorative to relaxation, you really have your pick! Power flow taught by Nicole on Thursdays got us hooked, we've been going to Soul for the better part of a year now. Nicole also teaches the Gentle Flow on Fridays, which is a $5 drop in class and a steal of a deal if you ask me! It's a great class to try if you're new to yoga and wanna see what yoga (and the studio!) is all about. The ladies at the reception desk are super friendly and helpful, and the teachers are pretty great - I know those are the two things that keep me coming back :)

Hello, my name is Chris and I am a danceaholic. More specifically, am addicted to classes at…read moreDecidedly Jazz Danceworks. I signed up for an introduction to Bollywood class in the spring on a whim, and found myself looking forward to each session as the highlight of my week. I enjoyed it so much that this term I signed up for more classes and am dancing there four days a week. I feel terrific and energized, and I am having SO MUCH FUN. The teachers that I've had have been great- patient, good at explaning things, enthusiastic, and great dancers and choreographers. The classes I've taken have been low pressure and unintimidating, geared towards adult hobby dancers, rather than professionals. And even so, I've been learning a ton and the teachers are really experts. The school offers lots of different classes with an emphasis on jazz and jazz-inspired classes, including funk, hip hop, breaking, and house. But they also offer other classes like ballet, tap, and capoeira. The intro classes are truly intro classes for people with no experience in that style of dance, or with no dance experience at all. And the non-intro classes come in a range of skill levels for people who already know what they're doing. I find the classes to be very reasonably priced, the studios are large and in good condition, and all of the staff is great. I'll take off .00001 of a star because I think "Decidedly Jazz" has got to be one of the worst names for a dance school I've ever heard :) But it still rounds up to five stars because this place is tops!

A great atmosphere for all ages and backgrounds! We are very happy to be part of this studio.read more

Hattori Williamson School of Ballet has been everything I could have asked for as a dancer. Not…read moreonly do they offer outstanding training, but they are actively seeking to create the best dancer possible to help students achieve their dreams of becoming professional dancers. I am beyond grateful for all the guidance and opportunities I've received at Hattori Williamson!

This is currently my second year attending the Hattori Williamson School of Ballet and my…read moreexperience has been at the highest of quality. They are the most dedicated, caring, supportive, understanding and encouraging teachers in my history of training. They have expected the highest of standard from me and upheld me to this level on a daily basis. The teachers have individualistic expectations for each student, varying on the personal level, needs and growth of the student. The staff has high expectations for us as a class and will accept nothing else but the absolute best from each individual. Not only has the staff pushed me on an artistic level but as well as on a personal level. The teachers are always there to assist me with any personal issues I may be having, even if it unrelated to the ballet studio. I see them not only as my teacher but also as my mentors, guiding me through my journey. These teaches have been my biggest assets for the past two years and have had such an incredible influence on me. They have taught me about work ethic, self motivation, expectations and self-improvement. They have never put any limits on any student and see the potential in each and every individual. The environment created is very friendly, and low stress where all students from all classes interact positively with one another. The class sizes are very small ranging from about three to ten individuals per a class. The staff puts their best foot forward daily and expects the same from us as their students. I couldn't be any happier with my experience at the H/W School of Ballet and recommend this ballet school for dancers of all ages and levels.

I've been taking classes at Free House for years and loving it! Great teachers, great space, great…read moreenergy!

I took class under Krysten Blair and had a very negative experience…read more Instead of offering constructive feedback she publicly humiliated students. In my case she told me I was "the worst student she had ever worked with,". This was not tied to specific corrections or guidance it was personal and degrading. believe teachers and choreographers should correct technique and behavior without attacking a student's worth. This kind of language creates an unsafe and discouraging environment, especially for younger or more vulnerable dancers. I also found the I found the choreography poorly structured and unclear. Im sharing this so future students and parents can make a better informed decision. Safe to just go to DJD where the teachers are respectful and welcoming, hope that Krysten is not a substitute there.

I took my daughter the the Royal Oak Premier Dance location. Some (not all) of the staff are…read moreextremely rude, and this location definitely encompasses the stereotypical nasty dance culture that I thought only existed on reality shows. The owner of the studio is unfriendly, and the culture stems from her. The email communications... all I can say is... wow!! Extremely rude, inconsiderate, nasty... I don't know who writes those emails, but they definitely need a lesson in how to communicate effectively and respectfully. I won't be bringing my daughter back here... I'll take my business elsewhere.

I found this studio an awful, unprofessional place.They will never see me again!…read moreThe owner is as rude as it gets, she ignores the junior students as if they are not satisfying or exceptional enough, and only approaches the senior dancers.There is no equality nor fairness in her attitude.My lyrical teacher always ate large amounts of unhealthy foods(chocolate,candy,cookies)that usually left crumbs on the floor(and we had to dance on it).The first half of the class she obnoxiously talked about herself and what she did on the weekend, after we would begin the class-that usually involved the same simple exercise because she was "tired" or "nothing came to her head".In jazz the instructor felt that it was appropriate to swear and make rude comments at the students, we didn't get much done there either.The only class that has taught me a lot was ballet "Ms.Black" she was professional, and made useful corrections.However in every class you registered there was an obligation to do recital(performance at the end of the years)or if you chose not to do it, there was nothing for you to do in class after Christmas, but that's not the worst part-You must sign up and pay for the whole year, not just until winter break or after. I suggest you save your time(and money)and please avoid this somewhat the call a "dance studio" because trust me , it won't do you any good!

The premier private ballet school in Calgary, and one of the top schools for aspiring dancers in…read moreCanada. Provides valuable perfomance opportunities for young dancers with its affiliate dance company, Jeunesse Classique Ballet Society. Their yearly Nutcracker at Vertigo Theater has been one of Calgary's best kept secrets for the holiday season. Students regularly win top awards at dance competitions worldwide. A real treasure for Calgary to cherish.

Amazing technical instruction in a caring, family environment. Small class sizes and individual…read moreattention to every dancer.

Studio needs updating. Extremely cold in winter months. Floors not up to standard which can result…read morein injuries. Somewhat unorganized. Poor communication. Favouritism is not uncommon. Experienced teachers but not as up to date in some areas of training.