If you are looking for a dance class/school for your little one, I can't say enough about Bella…read moreBallerina in North Andover. This is a school that gets kids! Parents are allowed to watch class in a comfortable setting. The studio is fun, bright and adorably decorated (I'm happy as soon as I walk in). Dancers wear what they are comfortable in, no set uniforms. (You can buy adorable and reasonably priced dance leotards, shoes, headbands, leg warmers etc. right there) The teacher has a wonderful disposition she expects your child to listen, respect and perform, it isn't a problem because she is so great with them they WANT to follow in class. Class starts with a short fairy tail story. Then the teacher incorporates the story into that day's class. (Fairies? Sprinkle "fairy dust" on your legs to straighten them). They also do jazz and tap as well. Children get to wear a costume at the end of class (part of the fairy tail story) and have free dance with wands or ribbon streamers. The dancers earn hand stamps for a job well done (as well to distinguish between right and left ). Also, you aren't gouged for spring recital. You aren't expected to sell multi overpriced tickets. They also have great priced school vacation or summer themed camps. Really if you are looking for a great experience in a great location don't look any further.

My (now) wife and I started lessons in August for our November wedding, we were paired with Kiana…read moreand she brought our dance to life. We both had zero dance experience so would have just been happy with a few basic moves but instead we got basics, and so much more! We have gotten SO many compliments on our wedding dance and also are now able to confidently dance at events instead of being awkward wallflowers. We immediately signed up for more lessons after the wedding and can't wait to learn all sorts of new things!

AMAZING experience with our instructor, Rachel, in the studio in Danvers, MA!! My (now!) wife and…read moreI did dance lessons for 6 weeks to practice the first dance at our wedding. I have absolutely no dance experience--at all--and it didn't matter. Rachel was amazing to work with despite my inexperience. She was always as happy as a clam, taught us slowly and patiently, and was just an overall wonderful person to work with. My wife and I nailed our first dance, if I do say so myself. We could not be happier with our experience.

My daughter has been dancing at Beat Connx for 10 years. She started off shy and unsure of herself,…read morebut with guidance and support from her dance teachers, she has grown so much. The teachers helped her confidence grow so much that she went from taking 1-2 dances to taking 5 dances and always wants to be front and center :) We wouldn't go anywhere else!

Amazing dance teachers and the owner is so talented she is the best!! Couldn't be happier!read more

I was brand new to ballroom dance and was very nervous to take my first class. That all changed…read moreduring my first class! The instructors are all caring and knowledgeable and the owners welcome you in as if you have been there for years! I am now addicted and have been dancing there for a few years now. If you are an experienced dancer or a newbie as I was this is the place for you! This has truly been my get away from all the craziness happening in the world at this time. There are several rooms available in addition to a gorgeous ballroom and the studio is always clean! I have improved so much but more than that I have obtained more confidence in myself and made so many new friends that I am truly grateful for! If you have been contemplating trying salsa or smooth or latin this is the place to come! Don't wait...just do it!!

I was with Fire Beat for 14 months til I had a knee injury( not from dancing). As an experienced…read morecompetitor, I must say that this studio, by far, provided me with skill-set apart from other studios I've been to. Instructors are dedicated and patient. Admin director is great. Whether you want to dance competitively or socially, this is the place you will get what you would like, out of dancing.

We initially came to the DCU because we were looking for a studio that placed value on strong…read moretechnical training. We got that, and much more -- caring, professional faculty and staff, tasteful, age-appropriate choreography and costuming, and a supportive community of friends. In addition to strengthening her technique, my daughter is also learning commitment, perseverence, and teamwork. Highly recommend!

STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!!! This place tried to scam me…read moreinto paying my daughter's tuition of $350 twice. They were supposed to refund me for the last class and instead they come back asking for more money. They use the most ancient payment site out there and instead of doing the research on their end first DCU confidently emailed me saying that I had not paid the tuition. Somehow their inefficiency became my problem and I was required to provide evidence of payment along with a nonchalant statement in the email saying "If I did not respond on time then they could charge me $350" AGAIN. We decided to opt out of their recital and you still get charged for all the costume. Yet another way of getting money out of people. And the way they behaved is almost like looking down for not being part of the dance recital. I wonder what they made my daughter do in class if they were choreographing the dance with rest of the class. My daughter has delayed speech and the dance teacher made such a rude comment about a preschooler on the very last day of her class saying "oh your daughter does not follow directions while dancing". Since when did 4 year old start performing at Olympian level with a speech delay? Please do not believe this 5 star rating on YELP. Only 5 reviews and all 5 stars tells that they have removed other negative reviews and manipulated the reviews.

We have been coming here for 2 years, driving up once a week from Boston. This is a fully inclusive…read moreenvironment for all abilities, which is why we continue to be extremely loyal. The owner Karen, cares deeply for her staff and patrons and wants only the best for children. It's well run, extremely clean and my children are better humans because of this gym. Along with gymnastics techniques, instructors instill confidence, embrace inclusion and provide the necessary attention for children who may need something extra whatever that may be. I think if someone has a negative experience, especially at a small business, it's more productive to share their concerns and criticisms directly with the people running the business.

Staff is incredibly attentive and responsive. Classes run on time and on schedule. Environment is…read moreinclusive and the kids learn a lot while having fun. Highly recommend.

I started taking lessons from Candy back in January. I wanted to try something new, so I decided…read moreto take some Latin dance classes and see how I liked it. And I have loved it since then! Candy and her entire staff are friendly and welcoming. They all love what they are doing, and share their passion for dance with their students. They have found that balance between learning how to dance and making the entire experience fun and enjoyable. As an instructor, Candy is awesome. She has introduced me to several different styles of dance, and is always encouraging me to try different techniques and styles, from cha cha to salsa to jive. I was a little hesitant at first about taking lessons, but Candy's style of teaching makes every lesson entertaining! In addition to her private lessons, I have also attended her cardio Latin fusion class. It is a great class, with options for more or less intense exercises. I always leave class tired, but I wfeel invigorated for the rest of the week! Whether you are just a beginning dancer like me or an experienced dancer looking to build yourself, Candy's is a great choice!

Took my first dance lesson at Granite State Ballroom. My daughter took lessons many years ago and I…read morealways wanted to give it a try, but didn't think I could do it. The instructor made it fun and enjoyable by showing me steps that I was comfortable with. The studio was bright, open, and very welcoming!