Loved all of it! Wish they opened in South Bay. Only downfall is parking situation. Have to find…read moreparking and it could be right in front or few blocks away

Amazing selection of nikolays! I've had ~7 pairs of pointe shoes and been to over 4 shops and…read morenothing worked, but after getting my preferences they brought so many shoes that fit nicely. And when I asked for a size smaller, a bit harder, any minor adjustment, no problem they had it in stock. In the end I was indecisive not because I didn't like any of them but because I liked all three final contenders! Amazing deals too: elastics come with purchase of shoes not separate purchase, 6th pair (or maybe after 6) is a free one. If only I had come here for my very first pair, I'd be getting a free one now haha Staff were also kind and helpful. The week before I brought in my Gaynor's with sinking issues and told them all the different solutions I had tried that failed. They were knowledgeable and let me try a sole liner which up til now works. And since they were out of stock they let us have their sample free of charge! And this week when I was trying shoes they had some comments about how certain shoes fit, but weren't pushy at all about which one I should buy. Not great with how indecisive I am but nonetheless very thoughtful. Will definitely be back

I took my daughter for her first pointe shoe fitting in the San Francisco location with Elseana…read moreyesterday. We had a great experience! Elseana was very friendly and welcoming when we first arrived. She took her time to examine the fit of different pointe shoes on my daughter's foot to make sure it was comfortable. She also took her time to explain how to maintain the pointe shoe, how to use the extra inserts/covers needed to protect her toes, when it would be time to replace them, etc. They also sell the sewing kit and straps for the pointe shoe. They also sell stockings and regular ballet shoes. Thanks Elseana for a wonderful experience for my daughter's first Pointe shoe fitting! Tip: Set aside extra time to find parking because it's only street parking available.

My daughter and I visited this store last Sunday for fitting…read more We were very thrilled to visit this store for my daughter enjoys watching delicate and knowledgeable YouTube channel of Josephine! My daughter joined SFB this summer so drove from LA and were excited to visit this fitting session which we had it scheduled ahead via online from their website (we were still thrilled knowing ahead that Josephine wasn't going to be at the shop) A young lady opened the door with no expression on her face (why am I here on Sunday..kind of expression)and said name isn't on the list and had a big sigh that we were even standing at the door. She said she doesn't have to let us in but she has only 10 min until the next client. Of course she was so so not helpful. Never experience this kind of rudeness from fitting shop. (Why did I not ask her name!!) This lady was very unprofessional and rude all through 10 minutes. Shop didn't have inventory of what we were looking for and she didn't even try to offer us the different style like all the other proper fitting shop and kept creating the most unwelcoming aura which we could not bother her anymore. Another client arrived, this rude lady opened the door didn't say any greeting to her either and and said it will be a short to have her in and didn't let young client inside the shop and let this teen girl stayed outside on windy SF day even though there was an empty seat available inside the store. We didn't want to do anything with this business esp. with her anymore. (W/O doing anything, she charged me 40 dollars of fitting fee!) I really wonder what she has done except throwing the shoes from the ladder never getting down from it. We didn't even expect her to get down and try even ONE squeeze on the ankle area. Nothing!! I hold my breath down because I did not want to ruin my daughter's first day at SFB. My very reserved daughter said with very angry voice when we were walking to our car.." she is very passive aggressive, I will try not to be like her ever..."

Kind staff and great service…read more Dance shoes are a hard find and I was able to call ahead to ask about some shoes. When I arrived, staff already set the shoes aside for me without my having to ask since I mentioned I would drop by. I was able to pickup a pair of leather dance shoes at a great price and was introduced to a few other options. I recommend this spot and would be back :)

Great service, super kind owner. Julia was very helpful. Great selection of dance shoes and…read moreleotards. We love a family business!

Great selection and service! This location is open…read more "We are Open! We're thrilled to announce that SF Dance Gear has acquired Contra Costa Dancewear, bringing our passion for dancewear to the East Bay. Our new Walnut Creek location at 675 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Ste B104, will be opening soon. We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure a smooth transition. Our team is dedicated to providing the same exceptional service and high-quality products you've come to expect. We can't wait to welcome you to our new store and embark on this exciting journey together. Stay tuned for updates on our opening date and special promotions. In the meantime, feel free to visit our San Francisco location at 551 Hayes St. For more information, visit our website at sfdancegear.com. You can start shopping now at sfdancegear.com If you have any questions please email our team info@sfdancegear.com Thank you for being a valued part of our dance community. Warm regards, The SF Dance Gear Team"

no idea what's going on with the studio. i dropped by today May 30th, and it appears that nobody…read morehas been in the studio for quite some time as there is a pile of mail on the floor and the sign on the door says that the store will reopen early may. the hours on yelp/google/the studio itself do not align at all either.i hope the studio does reopen as it was a great place to try on shoes and get appropriately fitted.

There is a reason why this store has such good reviews. The staff is kind, friendly, and welcoming…read more They took time to explain the difference between jazz shoes, and they helped with color matching a pair of tights for my daughter. It was 100% worth the drive from Martinez. We will only be going to A1 for dance supplies from now on.

It's so great to have a dance supply/outfit store in Castro Valley. We've gotten tap and ballet…read moreshoes for our kid here and the staff is always nice and accommodating.

I recently signed up for an adult ballet class, and while the instructor said, we could just wear…read moresocks, I definitely feel like I've benefited from purchasing some real shoes. I've walked by this Capezio store multiple times without even realizing it is there. But it was there in my hour of need! Speaking of hours, their hours are a little bit tough to work with I believe 10 AM to 6 PM. I did stop by a few times at 10 AM and no one was around yet, but they definitely are open in the afternoons. The inside has way more merchandise than the small exterior hint at. And the owner definitely knows his dance shoes. He measured my feet and brought it out several options for me to try. All told, it only took me 10 minutes to get a new pair of ballet slippers, which I have been loving so far. Prices are slightly higher than what you would find online, but the service and immediacy of getting your shoes and the option to try on different styles and sizes makes up for the slightly higher prices.

Stores to purchase shoes for dancers are a bit hard to come by in the bay area. We were so happy to…read morefind this little gem in Cupertino. We made an appointment for a point shoe fitting and we were in and out the door very quickly. My daughter has been on point shoes for quite a few years so the fitting was not as complicated but we still really appreciated the great service.

This place has everything when it comes to selection and service! It is definitely worth checking…read moreout, as you're sure to find what you're looking for. It's a fun place to shop for dancewear, and Karen has a real passion for everything dance-related. She was so helpful and kind, and it was totally worth the drive from Salinas.

I came in to buy tap shoes for my college class and I was a bit intimidated at first because I…read moredidn't know where to start, but Adira was so kind, patient, and helpful with helping me pick which would be more comfortable and fit for my feet! Also, once I came into the shop, I was greeted with the silliest, smallest, and cutest puppies! Aside from Adira, Violet the puppy definitely made the experience extra special. :)

This shop has EVERYTHING for young and adult dancers. Amazing that a guy can come in here and find…read moresize 10.5 jazz shoes. I thought we would have to order them , but they were here!! The focus is on girls and ladies. They have so many costumes and accessories. Definitely the first place to try for anything dance related.

The point shoe fitting was great! Very patient and attentive. Will definitely be back.read more

Linda is a true artist. She is a sculptor whose medium is fabric…read more I worked with Linda for custom bridal alterations. She did custom alterations and created a bustle for my store-bought wedding dress, a multi-layered, silk chiffon sheath with a sweetheart top and straps. Linda also remade a 1970s vintage bridal headpiece and veil that had been my mother's. I found Linda through the San Francisco dance community (more below). I emailed her a photo of my dress and we discussed the scope of the project and her hourly rate & pricing before I made an appointment for a fitting. Dress alterations: My dress had been a store sample, purchased at a wedding dress sample sale in NYC. I initially came to Linda to have the dress hemmed to my height and bustled. The dress was shopworn and the bodice fit a little oddly, things I was going to overlook. Linda picked up on these details right away and fixed all of them: loose threads, loose beads, the odd corset boning and discolored straps (she handwashed the straps). She also sewed in a bra. No detail was too small to ensure that the dress fit well and looked great. Company's dress photo (Not me, not Linda's alterations: https://www.theknot.com/fashion/persephone-lea-ann-belter-bridal-wedding-dress) Headpiece: Linda revamped, fixed and updated my mother's vintage veil. The veil was formerly a very large piece that I didn't feel comfortable wearing. Linda trimmed down the size, replaced the discolored tulle, replaced yellowed beading, added sequins, reinforced the underside with tulle and redid the comb. She also added loops to aid my hair stylist in attaching it with bobby pins. Linda preserved the feel of the headpiece while updating it to suit my style - a perfect balance. See photos for a close-up of her fine-detailed work. As a fashion designer, Linda made overall styling suggestions for shoes, jewelry, undergarments and hair, being mindful of how items would appear in wedding day photos. As an expert seamstress, she advised on how to manage the dress day of: preventing wrinkles, spot cleaning should something spill that day, how to walk in it. It should be noted that I specifically sought out Linda because of her expertise in custom dance wear. My now-husband and I wanted to dance Argentine tango for our first dance and I knew Linda's knowledge of dance and dancewear (she dances herself) would be an invaluable asset. She ensured that I had a beautiful, strong bustle that was short enough for tango (mid-calf). Everything about the experience was custom and I never felt rushed. Linda went above and beyond to ensure that I looked smashing during all parts of my wedding.

Linda Ayre of dancedress.com is a miracle worker!!! Last year, this little piggy tumbled head over…read moreheels in love with THE little black dress. roberto cavalli stretch silk, sleeveless with the 2 most exquisite lace trim embellishments beginning at the hem in front, running up the front of the dress, over the shoulder and continuously down the back to the hem again. Devastatingly, the dress (the smallest size made) was just clearly too large all around. As in, needs to be taken in not just at the hem, but also the sides (too loose) and the straps (if piggy's life had been a movie, trying it on would have been an R-rated moment!). When I took it to my regular tailor, he actually refused to do it. he said because there was not natural seam on the tank straps, and because the width was not uniform in the front and the back, it would require basically remaking the dress, and he didn't want the responsibility on his hands for a designer piece. Never was there a piggy so morose as this little piggy was at that moment . . . that is, until i found Linda online and drove myself over to her studio ASAP! I'm posting a couple of photos of the finished product. Linda was fabulous; she did multiple fittings to make sure everything was just right, include a fitting after she had pinned and basted the dress, but before she went in and actually cut any fabric. I could really tell the difference between Linda's services and my regular tailors; she had lots of clever suggestions about different options for approaching each aspect of the alterations, explaining what the finished look would be for each option as well as whether some were more labor-intensive than others (she does her alteration work on an hourly basis). I still visit my regular tailor in the city for normal things like hemming a skirt for work or taking in department store dresses, but for custom or complex work, Linda's the first person I would call, no question about it! piggy stamp of approval granted! (^(oo)^)v