Oh my goodness... fell in love with this place tonight!…read more I have been fruitlessly searching for a quality Hip Hop class for a long time now ... each time I would sign up for one it ended up being cancelled bc not enough people registered. Finally... I FOUND A CLASS and it is a fantastic studio that I HIGHLY recommend. Dance Theatre Studio is right in the heart of U of M's campus. It is a second story location above Moe's sporting goods store. Great walkable area if you want to grab a bite or a drink after classes. It is a narrow spot and it was very very crowded in the waiting area, yet it is truly a wonderful space! They have an office in the sort of attic upstairs, and the man who I think owns the place is so so sweet- his name is John. He was helpful, and kind, and very endearing. There are 3 studio spaces A, B, and C. There are also small changing areas for men and women. Studios A and B are larger- C is a smaller space. They offer so many classes here .... Zumba, Cardio Barre, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Pilates, Body Sculpting,Tap ...for ALL different skill levels and ages. I personally am taking a Hip Hop class and I can't wait to continue classes here for years to come.It is a very well organized studio and it has a really helpful and easy website which I appreciate. My first class was SO fun !!! The instructor was not only a talented dancer and teacher - she was great at amping up the energy of the class and making everyone comfortable. Class starts out with a warm up - including crunches, plank, push ups. We learned great choreography to fun music and then cooled down and stretched. I'm so thrilled to have discovered this place... if you've ever thought about taking dance you should totally try it !!!!!

I stopped in for the Intermediate Jazz class with Michelle while I was visiting from the Bay Area…read more Really good! I'm a modern dancer without a lot of jazz experience, so I was a little worried about jumping into an intermediate class at a studio I wasn't familiar with, but everyone was super welcoming. The class was fast-paced and mostly regulars. I would be cautious of coming to this particular class if you don't have some experience, because I could see it being frustrating. Michelle didn't take a lot of time to offer corrections and taught the choreography quickly, but not too quickly for the class -- everyone was at least getting a sketch of it, but everyone also seemed challenged by it (I was!). She seemed to have a good sense of what parts were difficult for the class in the moment. She also picked some rad music. I would totally go back if I lived here!

I have been attending Sheila's belly dance classes for over two years & recently began taking her…read moreZumba classes. Sheila is a wonderful instructor, dancer & person. Her desire to share her passion with her students is apparent and her aura intoxicating. She is enchanting, enthusiastic, encouraging, and fun! She constantly reminds her students to focus on progress instead of comparing themselves to others. She is incredibly humble and genuinely interested in helping her students become better dancers. I would give her all the stars if I had the option and cannot say enough about this woman! If you want to burn some calories without dreading the workout, I recommend taking any of Sheila's classes. She truly is one of a kind

I have taken many Zumba classes in past and I can honestly say this is one of the best experiences…read moreI've had in my life. Everything from the instructor, to the environment and to the general atmosphere is outstanding. Sheila is full of energy and very motivating. I do not have anything bad to point out. I always look forward to my Zumba class.

Buyer beware. Make sure you read the fine print in the contract about how much and how often you…read morewill be charged as it is inconsistent with the information provided over the phone or through email. The cost is NOT apparently by month or based on how many classes you receive. Also, while the jumping jam class itself has been ok, the entire enterprise for preschoolers appears to be focused on the recital and making as much money off it as possible.

My daughter has been taking piano with Jeff for close to 2 years. Jeff is a fantastic piano…read moreteacher. He teaches her workbook chords, classical pieces and current radio songs. She certainly gets a lot of variety. He goes above and beyond to arrange music to her level by either enhancing a piece or simplifying it for her. If she doesn't have the music for a song they wish to work on, he has gone out of his way to hunt down the music, and then arrange it individually for her. I especially love the duets they do together on the piano, but in addition, she certainly learns pieces by herself. He has taken a child who knew absolutely nothing about playing piano, and turned her into to a child learning songs using both hands simultaneously. The studio has private practice rooms with a window in the door. I am able to peek in on her lesson at any time I wish to see how she is doing. Jeff also explains to me as a parent what she should be working on at home, and how she is progressing. My daughter also started dance at Michigan Academy this past fall. Michigan Academy went out of their way to welcome her also as a dance student. Mrs. Lisa and all the dance teachers are extremely approachable. I can not even put into words how refreshing that is. When choosing a dance studio, I have learned that it is extremely important to know that the staff are approachable. They really welcome all questions and take their time with all students and their families in a professional manner. This makes for a comfortable environment that students thrive in, and parents also feel comfortable because we as parents are never left in the dark and everything is always explained. Truly stress free. You can tell immediately that they really truly care about all students in regards to their dance education, empowering the child's self esteem, and helping them grow as individuals, even outside of dance. The dance teachers at Michigan Academy also go above and beyond. Recently, when my daughter asked what she could work on at home to improve, Mrs.Rebecca went out of her way and made a list of ideas for her that she could do at home. She gave her suggestions, such as, straddle split rolls and barre work that she could do on her own time. As you can see, the dance teachers really take the time to help the students with their individual dance goals. Michigan Academy is a place for all ages and all levels! Every student is welcomed, appreciated, and celebrated. I highly recommend Michigan Academy to any child interested in dance or music. My daughter couldn't be happier at Michigan Academy and I also couldn't be happier that we found this studio.

Downtown spot for dance (salsa / swing / tango), yoga and movement. The salsa lessons / practice…read moreon Tuesdays are intermediate (Laura Geldys is great!) and the same group has salsa dances on 1st/3rd Saturdays with a beginner lesson before the dance. Crowd is a wide variety of ages 20-50, small but friendly, laid back, casual, not dressy. There is swing every Friday - blues, swing and lindy hop (west coast swing 3rd Friday, fusion 1st Friday) with a beginner lesson before the dance. We like going here better than a lot of Detroit dance nights -- can't beat it for having dinner & drinks right on Main Street and then walking a few blocks to dance.

The owner of this space (Scott) is one seriously awesome human! He has created an incredible…read morecommunity of practitioners, and seems to attract the best of the best in what they do! Not to mention the place is just beautiful! A truly unique space and community :)

From the moment we first visited Dancer's Edge to see if it was a good fit for our family to now, 8…read moreyears later, Valerie and the teachers have gone out of their way to make dance special. From the personal goal setting meetings, to the emphasis on family and school comes first, from the Kindness Club, to the celebrations of any life accomplishments (not just dance ones), Dancer's Edge has set the standard for caring and teaching the whole student. Dancers Edge has become my children's second home, their social circle, and a place they are given the room and confidence to be silly, to make mistakes, and to push their skills to the next level. As far as skills go - every step of the way in these 8 years has been developmentally appropriate. They aren't just training for the next trick, they are building a foundation that carries over into many athletic (and life) skills. Choreography, music, and costumes are all age appropriate. The careful process to hold to those standards shows at the various competitions we attend. As my children are getting older, the connections Dancer's Edge has provided them is a boost to their next stage of life (no pun intended). There are so many master classes offered as options to the students from industry leaders - Hip Hop, Ballet, Pointe Safety and Preparedness, Musical Theater, Hollywood/Acting industry, I could go on and on. Being able to access these types of classes right here at our home studio in little Dexter is amazing.

My daughter had a broken foot for six months and she told her teachers that it hurt... that still…read morewould not let her sit out. She ended up needing surgery on it. Even after they wanted us to pay the competition fees even though she just got out of an ankle surgery. Would not recommend!

We loved having Jackie teach us a couple of dances for our son's wedding. My son and I also learned…read morea dance for the song we chose. What a patient and kind instructor Jackie was! I was offered a wedding package which we shared amongst 4 of us. Jackie was flexible in scheduling and so accommodating! It was a bit odd to be on the floor with other people at one point, but she made it seamless! Highly recommend!

My dance partner and I went to practice in the studio one afternoon, and after the pleasant…read moreinteraction on the phone with Isabella, I was completely shocked by the cold reception we met with in person. Robert and Isabella gave us the impression that we were intruding on their space, even though they had told us that the studio was open for practicing. The fee for using floor space is $7 per person/per hour, which is pretty comparable to the other studios in the area. The average age of clients seems to be around 50 years. The floor is good, the feeling is open and while the decor is on the darker end of the spectrum it manages to give off a spacious impression. The strengths of the two instructors is in standard dances. Despite these positive qualities, I think that my partner and I will go elsewhere, where the community is friendlier.

My daughter has been at ARCB for almost 5 years. The owners, staff and other parents have become a…read moresecond family. We love the performance opportunities, professional training and genuine caring the instructors have for each and every student. We are truly grateful for the friendships that have developed and the unparalleled training my daughter has received. I highly recommend ARCB!

From the owner: The Academy of Russian Classical Ballet offers students of all ages, levels and backgrounds a…read moreworld-class professional ballet education in the Vaganova (Russian) ballet method. Our senior instructors have received their Vaganova ballet training from the finest professional institutions in the world, and have all danced in professional ballet companies following graduation. Under the training and guidance provided by the Academy, students study both technique and artistry unique to the Vaganova method, and pursue careers as professional dancers, placement in international ballet academies, university dance programs, or obtain success in many other areas. The Academy's programs include children's and adult classes, Professional Trainee Program, as well as academic options. Through the Academy, students of all ages develop skills including artistry, discipline and confidence to help them reach their fullest potential.

To make it short, the studio's manager lied to me, in order to get me to sign up (prepay) for their…read more50 lesson package. Here is my story. I liked taking lessons and attending events at Arthur Murray in Ann Arbor. Then I got hurt during class, and eventually that, seemingly minor at first, injury lead to a chronicle issue that did not improve sufficiently after several months of doctor appointments and physical therapy, and I contacted the studio to request a refund for my remaining prepaid 12 lessons, as I was promised by the manager of the studio, Damian, I would certainly get in case of a health problem that would prevent me from dancing. The owner of the studio refused to issue me a refund.

We have been dancing for a year and a half. We love this studio and all the instructors. We…read morecontinue to learn so much and enjoy dancing. Shoutout to Zoey and Stone. They make it so fun!

I took a progressive here it was a great experience, this is a legit dance studio to learn poleread more

Just finished the 3 week intro to pole class and I just want to say, Laura is the best…read more Last year I lost 65lbs and began my fitness journey. My body is not where I want it to be but I really wanted to do this for me. I walked in nervous and self conscious, but Laura was incredibly kind, patient and very very helpful! She helped me modify a move and was always encouraging. Because of this amazing teaching I've decided to pursue this and purchase a monthly pass. I'm so excited to keep going!