Since coming to The Dance Academy of Puyallup, my daughter's skills have improved dramatically (age…read more8 ). I greatly appreciate Shari's kind but firm leadership and the fact that she brings me in every step of the way. I'm enabled to be a partner in my daughter's dance journey, rather than just the wallet. Along with beautiful dance technique, my daughter is learning poise, manners, good sportsmanship, and how to carry herself as a serious athlete. I am thankful that both my daughter and I feel comfortable in talking with Shari and the other teachers about absolutely anything. We know our thoughts will be welcomed and addressed respectfully, without fear of consequence. The studio is always clean and is a welcoming environment to dancers, parents, and siblings. Most nights my daughter asks to stay long after her classes have ended because she feels so at home and has built strong friendships. In addition to the High Impact Team, we love the recitals and extra performance opportunities. It is only April and my daughter is already counting down to Victorian Country Christmas because she had so much fun dancing in the shows there. We are proud to be apart of The Dance Academy of Puyallup. It's a great home for any dancer!

I have been dancing at The Dance Academy of Puyallup for almost 8 years and I couldn't imagine…read moredancing anywhere else. The environment that Shari creates for all of us is amazing, we are like one big family. We are given so many opportunities, and taught to chase our dreams and strive to be the best we can be. Not only are we supported in the studio but we are also supported outside the studio. The teachers here are like no other they are all incredibly supportive and caring, and they treat us like their own. Whether you do recreation or team you will have an amazing experience here. I am so lucky to be a part of such an amazing team and I couldn't be happier.

I've been attending classes with Lena and Heidi for nearly a year. I've tried several other…read moreclasses in the area and this one stands out for a number of reasons. Their mix of music is about 60/40 between familiar upbeat songs from dance/hiphop on the radio and latin songs that are newer to me. As a new student I found that their routines were easy to get into, and now I still find small things I can improve to follow them better or to increase the challenge/exercise/fun. They introduce new songs fairly regularly so things stay fresh while you still get to revisit old favorites. They take class input on the song mix: if there's a specific song you want that night you can speak up and there's a good chance it will be included. The environment is very supportive..you look around in between songs and everyone is smiling and friendly. They also find a way to involve the more experienced students in the class by having them come up and help lead on certain songs. They celebrate class achievements in meeting fitness goals and feature students on their FB page. Lately they've begun to incorporate some light/toning weights into a featured song most classes, which is a nice change of pace. A couple months back we had an eighties themed zumba party to raise money for ALS that was a lot of fun. It sounds like more themed nights are planned. These are all things that make this class great. I have a blast every time I go. And I get an awesome workout. What takes it to the next level for me are three key things: (1) Childcare. EVERY class they teach has childcare available in the kidzone at the gym. It works out to something like $1.50-$2 per child per class. This is very unusal in the area, especially for evening classes. My kids have a great time in the kidzone. While there's a tv in there, my kids usually spend their time playing with the other kids...many nights they have friendly dance contests with them. They look forward to going. It's like a playdate for them. (2) Price. Classes are free for gym members. Mt Si Sports n Fitness is already a very good bargain as a gym. If I took these classes as part of a punch card program similar to those offered at other gyms in the area I'd pay ~ $5/class. I attend ~10 classes/month and I pay less than $50/month for my gym membership. And I can use all the rest of the gym facilities, showers, other free-to-members classes (there are several). It's an amazing value. (3) Proximity. Of course this won't be true for everyone, but this is 5 minutes away for me. There are other classes in the area just as close, but not with all the features that this one has. If I had to drive 45 min roundtrip to a class you could chalk up another $4-5 in gas I would be paying for each class, and that's if I could make it given the rest of my schedule. I coached my kids soccer teams this past year and I could make it back from soccer practice in time to attend classes. The only thing I think might put potential students off is that the evening classes can be pretty crowded, especially Monday and Wednesday nights. I've never seen anyone turned away, but you should get there 5-10 minutes early to get yourself a spot where you can see the instructors.

Since the first time I went I have been hooked! Now it's not a chore to work out, its something I…read moreenjoy doing and look forward to. Im so glad my sister talked me into joining! The environment is so relaxing with people of all ages and shapes you will fit in no matter what you look like. I just wish it was everyday!

Had a wonderful session w/ Omy yesterday for Thai massage/yoga. Learned a lot about my body and my…read morechronic back pain began to lift!

Yoga Om is something special, truly a sanctuary. I love that the approach is not just about fitness…read more(which you will get so strong) but also nurtures your soul. It's truly an uplifting and welcoming community. I feel so cared about and supported when I walk through the door. I love that the studio offers so many different types of yoga from challenging vinyasa to gentle yoga to nourishing yin. It really is yoga for any body- there is really something for everyone. The owner Ommy is really wonderful - she has a depth of yoga knowledge and a big heart. Thank you Ommy for bringing Yoga Om into my life!

I love this dance studio! I have been dancing since it opened and have never considered dancing…read moreanywhere else! it's my dream studio! very kind teachers and studio owner. best dance experience I've ever had. The teachers have amazing corrections and choreography. highly recommend!

Overpriced for quality !!! Very small waiting area!…read more Some teachers are very nice and some are NOT at all !

I really like this studio. I bought an introductory course…read moreand we had Pixie as our teacher. She is so sweet and fun. I really enjoyed the classes we took. I would love to continue learning here, however the prices are way higher than I was expecting them to be. I might pop in to some classes or an event sporadically. Unfortunately I can't justify spending almost $800 on dance lessons at the moment. :(

I have a love hate relationship with Arthur Murray as a whole. My husband and I have been dancing…read morewith the franchise for a few years (this is our third studio). I thought our original Arthur Murray was expensive as after the initial new student specials, the prices were significantly more than other studios. Of course by then we were committed as my husband loved our instructor and the other students. Each studio has been progressively more expensive. This studio is 25% more than the base price we paid across the country (and no, rents aren't that different). The sale price here is significantly more than the sale prices there (to be fair, at least this studio does sales- our second one did not). The staff here is very talented (though they do have a few newer instructors that are definitely still learning). The students are nice as well though the overall vibe is less friendly/open than our first studio where it honestly felt like a family. Here, the shared bond is dance and you won't learn much about the staff beyond that. This isn't a bad thing, just different. Over all, if you choose ballroom dancing as a hobby, this is definitely one of the best places to do it. Just... know its going to be a very expensive hobby.

I don't recommend studio 6 ballroom. The instructor was consistently late to many of my private…read morelessons. I caught her talking bad about me to her employee, Alex and then walk away. That was very unprofessional. Her employee was giving me dirty looks which was very rude and made me feel very uncomfortable. She never really changed or improved. I would recommend a different ballroom like Tacoma dance studio Auburn Pacific ballroom.

I had to be dragged out of the house by my future bride for this. After our session I was ready for…read moreanother.

I've used to dance here for years and they have one of the most accepting communities out there! I…read morewill never find a place like PBD out there. They gave me so many of my values and wish I could dance there for the rest of my life!

We've had four kids go through Pacific Ballroom Dance over the years -- one graduated, three still…read morehappily dancing. The coaches are excellent dancers and more importantly, they're excellent teachers -- encouraging without being performative about it. They see where a kid actually is and meet them there, which matters a lot when you're teaching kids and teens something as technically demanding as ballroom. What keeps us there, though, isn't the technique. It's the culture. PBD is a performing team, and the emphasis is on becoming your best self -- your actual self, not a smaller version of someone else's. My kids have felt challenged without feeling diminished, which is a harder line to walk than people think. If you're looking for a ballroom studio, Pacific Ballroom is a great place to learn!

I struggled to find activities that would hold my girls' interests, challenge them and make them…read morewant to come back time and again. Sports in general were not their "thing." I saw an opportunity for a theater camp in the summer for Shrek Jr the Musical. So, on a whim, I signed them up. At 8 and 11yo, they were nervous but very excited. They had no theater, singing or acting experience. I was honestly blown away after 2 weeks of prep, they were signing in front of a packed house and loving every minute of it. It honestly brought tears to my eyes seeing my shy kids flourishing on stage. They have continued to want to be in every production since! They have found great comradery with other kids who really enjoy theater and love their teacher, Ms. Candace. They come out of every practice with a smile in a good mood. They just completed The Music Man Jr and are ready for the next one. I love that each production includes every student in the cast. I appreciate the teaching of stage presence and makeup and costumes. My oldest loves making her costumes for her sister and herself. I highly recommend CDT for theater. It's a very inclusive and supportive place. Thank you for letting my kids shine on stage.

I'm a mom of 2 boys. Two boys who never found their footing in Baseball, Basketball, or Soccer…read more.. Etc. etc . Always on the hunt for something that they would connect with... That would be "their thing" and finally... I think we found that in this sweet little community at Children's Dance Theater. The confidence and Joy my boys have gained in performances and recitals at this place is something I didn't even know was possible.