My daughters have taken classes at EDA for over 5 years now and it's been such a positive…read moreexperience. The teachers are so great, fun and patient with the kids. Veronica, the studio director, is lovely and very responsive to any concerns or questions. When one of my girls started ballet/tap, she was scared of the tap noise and Veronica found a class that fit better for her. Then this past year she joined ballet/tap and loved it. There's a class for everyone and every level. My girls have taken hip hop, jazz, ballet, and tap and enjoyed all styles. Also, the recitals are a big professional production. It's so amazing to see the kids perform on stage and build confidence. My daughter performed with EDA at the Alameda County Fair this past summer and it was so exciting for her. It's definitely a family friendly studio. I would absolutely recommend EDA!

My daughter has been taking dance classes here for a few years and we love Expressions. She'd taken…read moreballet classes at another studio before and we'd found it quite strict and traditional. Expressions is so friendly and welcoming to all dancers. They're inclusive to all body types, dance styles and experience levels and maintain a motto for kindness: "Be kind; dance fierce." The recitals are beautiful, fun and well-produced and choreographed. We strongly recommend this sweet, strong and friendly team of dance instructors.

Love dancing with these two. I met and learned from them at ShBooms and then again at Space 550…read moreand now I'm taking private lessons. They customize my lesson to my skill set and I feel am improvement every time I dance. I highly recommend them!

As one who is dancing challenged, I can honestly say that Lani and Beto have that unique…read morecombination that puts even the greatest novice at ease. Not only do they inject humor into their instruction, they emphasize the point that dancing is and should be fun. They have a wonderful banter and love of dance which is evidenced from the first meeting. They use personality, character, and charm to reduce the stress for those of us who cannot seem to get beyond '...quick, quick, slow, BAH!'. Whether you just want to get off the couch or make it to the next series of 'Dances With The Stars', I would strongly recommend Lani and Beto as your dance instructors.

My friend and I took the hammock tricks class and it was so fun !!! Vivian was super sweet plus…read moresuper patient, I personally get really nervous about going backwards and I forget things really easily but she was great about going through the tricks slowly and adjusting movements to make them easier for us !! We've never done hammock tricks before so it was an amazing first try!

The location of Twirly Studios seems very discreet. Not too much signage except for what's on the…read moredoor. I decided to sign up for a beginners pole class to use up some time I had while waiting for my car getting a service. I love how personal the class was. There was only about 5 of us. I had always wanted to try pole dancing and it's so much harder than it looks!!! It was a great way to gauge my strength. I was sore for days after. Our instructor was super knowledgeable and encouraging. Made this newcomer feel super welcome. Would I do it again?? Absolutely. But I do feel I need a bit more strength training in other areas in order to succeed. I still had a lot of fun.

I have been sending our children (11-year-old boy & 9-year-old girl) to Eva Dance Academy since…read moreSummer 2023. In Tri-Valley, there are actually many similar Chinese dance studios. The reason I ultimately chose EDA is due to the following facts: * I like the school location and their classrooms. The school is inside a shopping center, making it very convenient for parking, drop off/pick up kids. The classrooms are spacious and bright, providing a comfortable atmosphere. * Teacher Wang, Teacher Ye, and Teacher Yang all have extensive dance qualifications. They are very hands-on in class, and you can see that they have a deep love for dance. They can subtly embody the essence of dance in every move and every smile. They also pass on their love for dance to every child in class, guiding each movement and patiently correcting any mistakes. * My intention is simple: I want my own children to find joy in the process of learning dance, shape their physique, continuously improve their skills in their chosen hobby, and not easily give up. Learning Chinese dance involves mastering the basics and showcasing the characteristics of it. I highly recommend Eva Dance Academy!

EDA as a dance institution is something quite uniquely special. The teaching faculty are all…read morepedigreed masters of their craft who both nurture and demand the best from their students, and yet they offer ample space for you to make (many) mistakes without any harsh judgment. They boast a stellar curriculum that offers Chinese classical dance, folk dances, ballet, acro/tumbling, and all the programs have emphasis on both artistic development as well as technique. This is an environment that builds character by teaching students of all ages to appreciate the beauty of dance/art, to appreciate/respect fellow students and dance etiquette, and to appreciate the light and artistry that may lie dormant within themselves. From what I have seen of the youth programs, the faculty invests an incredible amount of time for all youth age levels. They absolutely do not partake in the practice of focusing all their attention on the comp program and ignoring students in the rec classes. EDA also has a notable strong adult program; every adult student I've met over the past year has been very dedicated to the Academy and to helping each other. The founder and director, Eva Wang, leads by example as I've witnessed EDA's culture to be one that encourages you to not rest on the laurels of your last show or trophy, but rather she promotes hard work and humility, as well as a balanced school-extracurriculars life, or balanced work-family life. I've had the privilege of being part of their adult program for the past year and some change, having a great time and really just living out my best TVB costume drama -childhood dreams. Instruction is given in mostly Mandarin and some English, and I as a non-native speaker have inadvertently scored many hours of free language immersion (boy was my first month+ confusing and gloriously fun). EDA doesn't teach dance only as exercise, but as art. Come for the enrichment and stay for the lovely community!

Jazz N Taps is home. I danced at JnT competitively for 8 years. Personally, it's beyond words to…read morelook back as an alumni and express my gratitude. Miss Sherri, Miss Jen, Miss Pam, Miss Lauren, Miss T, Miss Jackie, Miss Jen B, Miss Julia and all of the staff are the best teachers I could have asked for. Apart from growing as a dancer, within my classes I learned friendship, teamwork, responsibility, and kindness. Most importantly, Jazz N Taps is a family-ran company who cares about their dance family deeply. I participated in two dance marathons, working alongside my dance friends and teachers, as JnT donated all of the proceeds to Dancers Against Cancer. Four years later, Jazz N Taps is always family.

DD was a dancer, and did her research on this studio…read more Both DGD's are currently attending, and they love it. They also went to a summer session. Emphasis on training starts early here, which is essential in my mind. A dancers body needs to be in shape. Ms T is gentle, but firm and models the moves with each student. I can not wait to see what they have learned, word is their recitals are wonderful.

We took only some ballroom, Latin and West Coast Swing classes at their several locations so I…read moredon't know about the many many other services offered by this business. Has average prices Did it for the price they quoted us Did it within the time they said they would Place was clean and organized The owners of this business like their Freedom so they have a Military and Veterans Discount as a thank you to Veterans with a publicly disclosed daily Veteran Discount which provides resource to ensure Veterans (rare 7% of the population) and GIs (rare one-half of one percent of the population) opportunity to participate in American Dream Veterans and GIs' sacrifices have made possible for 100% of the population. That earned 'em another rating star. They advertise "No partner or experience required!" yet teach only ballroom, Latin and West Coast Swing dances that require a partner. That lost 'em a rating star as I've learned that these dances are by definition partner dances. Men are required to rotate so the single women get to dance with a partner because there are always more women than men. I understand this business is doing the best they can for all of their customers. I understand it's not the fault of the business that there are far more women than there are men taking their ballroom, Latin and West Coast Swing classes. The requirement all men rotate to the single women so the single women have a partner to dance with; while I stand there in dismay and indignance with no partner watching my husband dance with another woman, is wildly inappropriate to me. Perhaps this business can also teach Country line dances, Salsa line dance, Flash Mobs which are line dances, and soul line dance as these dances don't require a partner. We'd be back to learn only line dances. I spoke with some of my older women friends, and one of them directed me to the ghastly Dirty Secret of Ballroom Dance at https://www.scribd.com/doc/23523198/Dirty-Secret-of-Ballroom-Dance. Today, 24 January, is Speak Up and Succeed Day. It's celebrated on the fourth Tuesday of January every year. Speaker, talk-show host and author of many books Mary-Ellen Drummond established it to observe the importance and power of the ability to courteously and effectively speak up in a public setting.

My 10 yr old girl started in Bollywood dance half a year ago with no dance experience. She loves…read moreit! The dance and music are fun and high energy. The instructors are enthusiastic and engaging. She got to perform in their winter dance recital and it was a full blown production, very well done. I think the owners are doing a great job from the top down with the organizational culture, making everyone feel welcomed and part of a bigger dance family. Makes me want to take a class too. Highly recommend to anyone of any culture or dance experience.

Best dance studio in the tri-valley with a patient, welcoming, non competitive environment…read more My daughters have been taking class here for many years and really enjoy coming every week. Pros: - reasonable pricing. - patient, knowledgeable teachers - non competitive, recreational studio - accommodating for the different levels/experience. Highly recommend trying out. I believe they offer a free trial classes

My daughter has been attending classes here for the last year and she has thoroughly enjoyed it…read more She started out in Ballet 3, performed in their spring and winter shows. Like others have said, the performances are not mandatory and the performance fees are reasonable. Also, their monthly tuition fees are reasonable as well. I honestly have nothing but positive things to say about Radiance. They are organized, communicative, and the teachers are great. One thing that is great is that they maintain an online shop of ballet gear - leotards, shoes, tights etc. It makes it so easy on the parent to order the item instead of hunting it down in different dance shops!

If you're looking for a dance studio for your child, I can't recommend Sunshine Dance and Cheer…read moreenough! We originally signed up for ballet and tap lessons for my daughter, but we've since expanded to competition jazz--and we're hoping to add hip hop next year. The studio has such an amazing sense of community. From the other parents to the teachers, everyone is incredibly supportive and welcoming, especially for new parents like me. Miss Samantha, the owner and teacher, is truly wonderful. She's so patient and kind with all the kids, including my daughter, and you can tell she really cares about their growth and happiness. If you're even a little curious, there's a free dance day/class on February 1, 2025 where your child can try it out. It's a great chance to see how fun and inclusive this studio is.

My daughter had a wonderful experience dancing at this studio earlier this year. She was enrolled…read morein the Tutu's & Tap Shoes class with Ms. Samantha (the owner) and later with Ms. Amaya, who was very loving and sweet to her. Being new in the dance world, I liked that she had exposure to both types of dance (ballet and tap). It really helped us figure out which type of dance she wanted to stick with in the future. My girl was also able to participate in her first ever recital this past summer. She was nervous but the studio is such a warm & kind environment that everything went perfectly. She also had so much fun dancing on stage! The teachers, older dancers and parent volunteers are all so caring and amazing with the kids. Overall, a great experience.

When I was little I always felt intimidated by dance schools because of the lights, large studio,…read moreand lack of colorful decor or designs! When I first stepped into Tutu School Pleasanton I instantly knew my daughter would feel comfortable, safe, and excited! The color scheme of the studio is a warm yet bright pastel, the pretty tutu dresses on the walls make my daughter feel pretty in her own tutu dress, the size of the studio isn't overly open to where my daughter would feel nervous or scared to dance, everything about the design of the studio and shop is so inviting! My daughter will be dancing with tutu school for almost a year now, and not once did any of the teachers disappoint! They are friendly, beautifully unique, and talented! They are always so patient and positive and make all the children including their parents feel noticed and welcome! Can't wait to see how far my baby girl will go with ballet because of Tutu School!

Miss Lily is awesome! She suggested that my daughter move up to the next class level, and it turned…read moreout to be exactly what my daughter needed. What she didn't know was that my daughter had been getting tired and restless in her previous class. Ever since moving up, she's become interested and engaged again. Miss Lily is so sweet and incredibly patient with all the girls. We're very grateful for her!