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    Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio

    5.0 (9 reviews)

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    We love CDDS. My daughter has been going there for 9 years and we couldn't imagine her going anywhere else. They're the best!

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    We LOVE CDDS. This is our daughter's 7th year. Excellent dance education. Friendly and knowledgeable teachers!

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    Maria Benson Centre For Dance

    2.0
    (4 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    After spending several years at a large, competitive studio where we constantly faced issues --…read morelack of communication, cliques, and an environment that just didn't feel healthy -- we knew we needed a change. We weren't just looking for strong technique (although we found that too!) -- we were looking for a studio that felt like family. That's exactly what we found here. From day one, we felt the difference. The environment is warm, welcoming, and inclusive. Every teacher our daughter worked with made her feel valued, supported, and seen. The sense of community is real. It's not about being the flashiest or the most cutthroat -- it's about lifting each dancer up and helping them grow as people, not just performers. That's why it meant so much to see this studio receive the Studio of Excellence award at every regional competition we attended this year. To us, that award represents everything that matters: integrity, teamwork, and heart. It speaks volumes -- more than any individual trophy ever could. We're so thankful for everything this studio has given our daughter this past year. It was absolutely the right decision for our family, and we would recommend it to anyone looking not just for dance -- but for a place to belong.

    if I could give zero stars out of five, I would give a zero. Very unprofessional, family owned so…read morespeaking with the owner will do you no justice because she believes her daughter has her best interest and in all actuality she does not. Miss Alyssa talks about the dancers to their peers and gets them to create opinions on their teammates which then turn to bullying through out the season. There is so much bullying that goes on in this dance studio and there is no actual competitive talent taught. additionally, throughout the season the teachers change and then students are left with a different teacher to carry out the rest of the dance season and pick up somebody else's choreography. To make matters worse the filth in this studio is GROSS. My daughter would come home full of dust and black feet sometimes warts from dirty floors! No school whether it be a dance school or any school for that matter should favor one child over another, encourage bullying, be left filthy etc. I would not recommend. If you want your child to shine, seek other options!

    High Steppin Dance Academy

    High Steppin Dance Academy

    3.3
    (3 reviews)
    4.5 mi

    I just needed to write a review exclusively about the Zumba class, hosted by Richard…read more I've been going on and off for a little over a year, and I got to say, I love his energy, the steps, the music.. He turns the lights off, so it makes everyone more comfortable to move around. (You are still able to see him and follow) It's affordable, $7 per class, and the timing is so convenient! 7pm Mondays and Wednesdays & 8:30 Saturday morning The only thing I'll say, is the parking isn't the greatest, but that's it.

    I do not usually write reviews or send reviews..but I just had to do it this time…read more.. My son & daughter in law decided to send my granddaughter to this "dance school" for one of the weeks they offered this year for Dance Camp. This was at my suggestion as I have heard other people say they went to this school and it was right in Johnston... I did not expect it to be one of the worst experiences of her young life. She is 7 years old..and actually a very good sweet little girl...she is just like any other 7 year old little girl...She loved it the first day and was begging her mom to allow her to go another week...the second & third day she came out crying...I am not going to get into the whole sad story but I myself picked her up the third day and was called in by the owner...who chastised my granddaughter whom was crying in my side..for plain & simple "stuff" that any 7 year old would do...nothing out of the ordinary...and while my granddaughter cried...she continued to explain all of the "things" she did to make her angry that day...example..not listening when she told her not to run so she had to repeat herself..dumping popcorn back in the popcorn maker that belonged to another child that did not want it all...(of course it should have been thrown in the garbage - but again the child is 7) along with a few other things...I was asked if she had behavior problems...she is going in 2nd grade and has been in school since preschool and has actually gotten awards for being such a sweet kid...among other things...The owner did reimburse my son but its not just the money that bothered us..it was the feeling that we sent her out to be verbally abused. I would think twice before sending your child here...I do not know the rest of the teachers - I am sure they are awesome..but the owner does not know how to deal with children..and I am so sad that I helped set my granddaughter up for this emotional time..lesson learned....

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    Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio

    Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio

    4.2
    (10 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio is an amazing, amzing, amazing studio. If you're looking fir a studio in…read moreWarwick- or even in Rhode Island- stop right here. I GUARANTEE that you will not find a studio better than this one. The young ladies (ages ranging from 2-adult) are mannerly and kind. At other studios I have visited for my daughter, I have seen and heard that the young ladies are conceited and completely rude. Also, Miss Carolyn Dutra herself is an amazing person. She offeres the girls every dance type there is. She teaches the girls poise and charm and just simply life lessons. Being a former Rockette, she knows "Show Biz" and proffesionalism like no one else. To put it simply: Carolyn Dutra is definitely one of the best. It is rare that the studio will do a competition, seeing Miss Carolyn has an amazing perspective about competitions that you will want to hear. So, Miss Carolyn Dutra will do a lot of local things, such as dancing in festivals. Also, instead of competitions, there are trips. Cruises, Hershey Park, New York, and even Disney World! And the girls are trained so well and are amazing dancers. I don't mean to brag or anything, but they are very, very, well trained and proffesional, unlike many other studios in the city... I very highly recommend this wonderful studio. I will give it five stars at the drop of a hat. I wish there was an "1000000 stars" button.

    Great staff and well run studio. I especially enjoy that Ms. Chryssa. She is fabulous. She is so…read moregood with kids. All the staff are wonderful.

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    Jeff Allen

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    4.2
    (19 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    My husband and I took private dance lessons with Jeff for our first dance at our wedding and we…read morerecommend him HIGHLY. In fact, I recommend to engaged couples: take dance lessons! Despite all the chaos with wedding planning, dance lessons are truly fun, diversely educational, and help you bond as a couple; because when it comes to wedding planning drama- you need something to bring you together so you don't lose sight of what's important (each other). We also wowed our guests with our dance because it wasn't the standard "penguins swaying" dance. This helped get the energy level up for all the guests to dance after us and all night. Now you know why to take dance lessons, now why take them with Jeff... I have to laugh at the person who gave Jeff the 1 star review and explained that he was arrogant and talked about anatomy and physiology the whole time...because that "bad review" was the reason I picked up the phone and called him! Yes, he has many accomplishments and he will tell you about them, but he can back it up too. He does not just tell you where to put your feet like some kind of bad game of hop-scotch or Twister--he helps you with posture and making sure your weight is distributed correctly so you can look elegant which makes a huge difference. Because he teaches professionals to dance, he does not skimp on details to helping you perfect yourself--even though I will not and am not a professional dancer, my appreciation of Latin dance has drastically increased since learning from Jeff. In summary, we both enjoyed learning from Jeff - we will not forget many of his lessons. He is extraordinarily knowledgable and passionate and as we got to know him, we found his sass entertaining. Some tips for brides & grooms: take dance lessons, practice at home, use recorded music for your song, comfortable shoes, and see Jeff.

    Jeff Allen is truly an expert at what he does! My husband and I took a couple dance lessons here to…read moreget us more comfortable dancing at our wedding and he was such a great teacher at helping us learn basics. He was strict with our form and technique and it was so worth it, it made us more confident with our first dance. He gives great advice and explains himself well, even recommended appropriate dance shoes, which I bought on Amazon and I was SO thankful I took his advice because I was able to dance the whole night without taking my shoes off! Overall great experience!

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