Caring teachers who know how to balance technique with fun! My daughter can't wait to go to class…read moreevery week.

The fees are high, the costumes, tickets for the shows are too high, very slow improvements for our…read morestudent, when our student got sick and in jured and could not attend her lessons for a few weeks, I was charged continuesly.

Still a wonderfully nurturing dance studio with immensely patient and dedicated teachers and staff…read more It's been 9 years, and the studio has grown in space and homegrown talent, which is evident in the ambitious goals the studio successfully executes each year. This is a ballet-based studio with a growing musical theater program, and fun recreational/non-competitive class offerings in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, hip hop and even pilates reformer. The ballet side includes a pre-pro program that is intended to nurture students with professional dance aspirations or just want to be in "club level" ballet (i.e. your young 9 year old kid will be there 2-3 times a week and your 12/13+ tween will be there 4/5 times a week multiple hours a day. Dancers participating in shows will have Saturday rehearsals). The AD has an annual assessment (for pre-pro students) to assess goals and steps needed to achieve them. Recently, many of these students have been invited to well known ballet SIs, including PNB, PBT, SAB, and ABT. The AD further supports their school/ballet balance and many of the pre-pro dancers have been waived out of PE through OCIS (Off Campus Independent Study). Annually, the staff presents "the Nutcracker" where all roles (except 1-2 adult male roles, which are professionally filled) are casted by their classically trained students. Over the last 3 years, they've also presented a shorter storybook ballet of similar caliber. Every year we've been here, there has been an end of year recital series, which is the main opportunity for the non-ballet students to present what they've learned in choreographed pieces. The studio has grown to include a musical theater program, which also provides opportunities to shine in "Mini Musicals". Yes, the hallways can be a little "extra", but that's what happens when students love the place so much that they are there for multiple classes in the afternoons, and on rehearsal weekends. And yes, dance can be pricey, but my experience is that the rec level classes are comparable to any other rec level activity my other kid has done with *professional* teachers, it's obviously more expensive than little league or soccer which are volunteer coached. Further, pricing is on a tiered structure, where "the more classes you take, the cheaper your 5th, 6th, 7th, etc class is." And yes - sounds nuts, but many of the pre-pro kids love it there enough that they're there for that many classes. Lastly, I didn't realize how grateful I am for this until my daughter got older, but the owners refuse to allow revealing costumes and uniforms. You'll find the students in leotards/tights, athleisure wear, and tasteful recital costumes - not a booty short or bra/crop top in sight, as I wish dance culture would be. Overall, a great place to be for those with professional ballet aspirations (and who want to be challenged appropriately), or who want to learn other styles for enjoyment without the expectation to compete.

The evening was wonderful and we look forward to going again…read more The instructors work so well with the students.

The staff at Step x Step has been exceptional! Over the past three years and 10 classes between…read moreboth our daughters, we've truly loved every instructor. The costumes are always tasteful, the choreography is consistently age-appropriate in a world that tends to push kids to grow up too quickly, and--most importantly--our girls look forward to dance every single week. On a more personal note, our oldest daughter went through a difficult medical journey where she experienced severe frontal lobe volume loss and significant memory challenges. During her recovery, her neurology team encouraged us to find an activity that could help rebuild memory and strengthen new neural pathways. We decided to try Step x Step, and it has been one of the biggest blessings for her healing. The team met her exactly where she was, encouraged her with patience and compassion, and helped her rediscover confidence in herself. She has grown so much--not only as a dancer but as a person. We will forever be grateful for this studio and the love they pour into every student.

Amazing! I grew up at this studio and now my nieces dance here and love it. Best teachers, best…read moreclasses, so fun and the owner Ryane is amazing. Recitals are excellent!

We love the Carmel Mountain Fred Astaire Dance Studio! The staff is friendly, enthusiastic,…read moretalented and make every dance lesson enjoyable. This studio is for anyone that wants to dance at any level. If you have ever watched Dancing with the Stars and wished you could dance like that. Carmel Moutain Fred Astaire is for you. We use to not know what to do on the dance floor. After some fun lessons we know how to move on the dance floor. Don't be a wall flower and check out CMFA.

We've been dancing at Fred Astaire for almost a year and its amazing! The whole dance family is so…read moregreat. Everyone is so inviting and accepting! We have learned so many useful dances and and feel way more confident on a dancefloor!! If your thinking about trying it, stop thinking and do it!!

We couldn't be happier with our experience at NCG! Two of our sons are on the competitive team, and…read moreseeing their progress has been exciting to watch. Our 12-year-old started at age 9 in the Ninja class, moved through Handstands, and eventually joined the team--he has loved it every step of the way! Coach Mocte has been a great fit for our older one since the beginning, and Coach Gabe, along with the other coaches have been fantastic too! Our youngest just finished his second year and still looks forward to every single practice. Beyond the gymnastics skills, they've learned focus, discipline, and have made lifelong friends. The front office staff is always friendly and supportive, and the sense of community among the families here is encouraging and uplifting. We are grateful to be part of the NCG family!

Gyminny Kids is amazing! Friendly coaches, great atmosphere, and my child absolutely loves going…read moreevery week. Couldn't ask for a better place!

It had been about 25 years since I last touched a ballet barre. After three adult beginner classes…read moreso far, I want to yelp my awesome experience with Southern California Ballet. I'm not a dance mom (yet). Just an older gal dancing in her socks at this conveniently located studio. Our class is a wonderful range of ages and women. I love that. We may giggle as we fumble the steps and lose our balance... but the class offers exactly what it needs to offer. Fun and movement. Me and about 14 others signed up via the Poway Adult School... but the studio offers drop in classes directly as well. I really hope to try them - they just don't jive with my mommy and work schedule like the Thursday am class has. But I'm hopeful they add more classes or I can somehow make it work. This class has been such a reawakening. When you dance as a child and young adult... and quit... you don't have many outlets for enjoying it after the classes and recitals stop. You don't round up the friends like you do for a game of golf or basketball. Enter... the adult dance class. Boom. Toby, our teacher, is wonderful. He is easy-going and clearly talented. I liked the neat little background he gave us on ballet too. The music is a fun mix of contemporary songs disguised in ballet music. Fun. So much better than I remember as a kid. While I do have some lingering memories of dance... my joints and muscles are in a complete state of disrepair. Frankly, it makes me extra happy to be in the beginner's class. At times it is a bit of a whirlwind, but with continued repetition it sinks in. "Osmosis" as Toby says. So I try not to worry about the terms. I just enjoy each class, the break in my chaotic day... and dance (in between the hip cramps and forgotten steps).

We love Black Mountain Dance. They are a non-competition ballet only program starting at the age…read moreof 3. They take their ballet seriously and are excellent at teaching little girls about proper poise and posture. Ms. Katie is a wonderful teacher with the right mix of stern and playful in working with 3 & 4 year old kids.

Absolutely love the classes at Based and the variety of workouts they provide. So nice to have a…read moreclass where you can get a workout and have a good time too. Great for people of all levels who are interested in creating fitness goals and making a change to their workout habits. Laurel is amazing!!!

I love taking classes at BASED! I hate the typical gym experience but I love taking classes…read more Laurels classes are fun, energetic and a great workout. Her spirit and energy is contagious and sets the tone for the class. It's such a welcoming environment for all fitness levels, I can't say enough good things!

Excellent place to learn to dance. Opening studio in RB and a Groupon ad got us back to a dance…read morefloor again after a long break. RB location has been very convenient for us, Brian has been a great teacher and we have had fun and gained confidence to dance with anyone. Nice studio, just needs more people to join the classes. Web site looks good but could be a little more logical. Thanks!

Previously a ballroom studio owned by a Polish couple, this place is now one of 3 A Time To Dance…read morestudio locations in San Diego - and a good place to learn to dance if you are in the area. The studio itself is a bit hard to find, but has a nice dance floor and plenty of free parking. This is also the place oven chosen for Saturday San Diego Salsero Social events - attracting many of those on performance dance teams (so there is also usually a lesson and some kind of show in addition to social dancing).

One of the best decisions I have ever made! This place is like a second home to me. This studio is…read moreso amazing and offers so much. Coach Mike is an amazing acting coach and cares about everyone. He really helps you get more comfortable with acting and improve. Also group classes are fun because you can make friends and work on your acting with others!

If you are looking for proper Acting training in San Diego, look no further! Our family lives in…read moreCarlsbad, so Rancho Bernardo isn't exactly close for us, but BBAS is the best of the best in San Diego so we are willing to make the drive in order to get there. In fact, we were strongly encouraged to try it out by our daughter's agents (Zuri), in order to receive the level and quality one would expect for a young working actor, or one aspiring to be. Our daughter has really come into her own as an actor since beginning her training with Coach Mike! She has learned so much and grown tremendously. From comedy, multi-cam, and improv, to pulling out her emotions and being able to cry on camera and more, Coach Mike and his staff are on it. We couldn't recommend BBAS more!