I have danced at ASA for 5 years and I love it here. I don't know where I would be without ASA ( a…read morestep above dance academy). I don't now if I would be dancing and I am very happy to be at ASA because I have grown so much as a dancer and as a person. I have done amazing at all my competitions with my solos, duets and groups. I feel like Shannon ( the director and owner of ASA) really spends as much time back stage as possible so I can go on stage feeling confident in what I put on that stage. I love ASA.

From the owner: A Step Above Dance Academy offers high quality dance education to all ages and levels. Ballet,…read morePre-Professional Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Acro-dance, Pre-School classes, competitive and performance groups, there is something for everyone. As Batavia's premiere dance studio, we promote proper technique and training in a safe and positive environment for all. ASA has been voted Batavia's BEST dance school in 2015 & 2016! A Step Above Dance Academy features: - 6,200 square feet - 4 spacious studios - Comfortable parent waiting area - Sprung marley floors - ASA Boutique - Large parking lot

At both sites, instructors at Beth Fowler School of Dance have not only molded my daughters into…read moregraceful dancers, but also played a pivotal role in shaping their character, dedication, and work ethic. While such activities come with a cost, witnessing the joy it brings to my daughters makes it all worthwhile.

I have absolutely loved my experience at Beth Fowler School of Dance. I have seen significant…read moreimprovement in my dancing since joining and working with very committed and qualified teachers. Love this studio!!!

BFAC hosted the Applause Talent dance competition on March 7, 2020. The venue was too small for…read morethis event. Parking was at 110% capacity with every possible curb utilized. The main seating area was packed. Yet, they were reluctant to open the balcony. To cap it all off, a dumpster behind the facility caught fire. People were sprinting out the doors to move their cars. The fire department came and put it out. But, then the HVAC system started to pull smoke into the auditorium. Everyone reeked of a fire smell. Just a terrible experience. My advice to BFAC - know your limits.

The Batavia Fine Arts Centre is a quaint venue. The…read moreacoustics and lighting are great. I went to see Divas3, they were amazing.

Looking at all these nice reviews you would think this place would be amazingly reliable and…read moreprofessional. I was so excited on the day of MY Bachelorette Party to come to this establishment and have some fun with my Brides Maids. Instead, we arrived to locked doors, lights out and no one in the building. We waited and waited to see if anyone would show up. No one did. Someone forgot to actually schedule the class time. So no one knew to be there for our class. I understand mistakes happen. I do. But wouldn't you check to be sure you scheduled our class time before you took our $150 deposit??

Love tiger lily! Great atmosphere and amazing work out! Cara makes every class so much fun!read more

My granddaughter has been attending this school since she was almost 3. She is now almost 8. The…read morelevel of confidence she has attained I attribute to the loving, caring instruction she has gotten from the staff at this school. They are now her "family". I would recommend this school to anyone looking for a happy nurturing atmosphere.

We did lessons with Debbie and had her choreograph our first dance for our wedding, and we are so…read morehappy we did! The whole experience from learning the dance to the actual moment was one of my favorite wedding memories. Every dance lesson was like a little date leading up to the wedding, and then the actual moment was absolutely perfect and something I will never forget. We also got the most amazing pictures from it! I would definitely recommend LUX. Debbie really knows what she is doing and is a great teacher, her studio is beautiful, and she just has an awesome personality and is someone you want to work with.

My fiancé and I took a 45 minute private dancing lesson here two weeks before our wedding. It was…read moreextremely helpful! Since we were so close to our wedding, our goal was to become more comfortable dancing together for our first dance and to do something other than the traditional "high school arms around the neck and waist" type of dance style. When calling to make the appointment I was able to get in touch with someone right away and they were extremely friendly and helpful. I called on a Tuesday and made an appointment for that Saturday. Our class was at 9:30AM with Debbie. Debbie was so friendly and personable. She listened to our first dance song and what we were looking to achieve from the lesson. In the 45 minutes, she left us with an intro to our dance, a rumba dance style we could do throughout, and a dip to close. It was more than I imagined but something we could realistically accomplish in two weeks without a crazy amount of practicing or skill level. Debbie provided a lot of valuable feedback throughout the class and stayed on pace so we were able to get the most out of our 45 minutes with her. We felt very prepared for our first dance and we are super excited for our wedding day! They also have 2 pack classes if you want more time to polish your first dance as well as several classes where you can have a very choreographed dance with intricate dance moves. For other couples I would definitely recommend to purchase more classes and to go way farther in advance than 2 weeks :) It is great that they take couples months out all the way to the week out who are just looking to improve their dance skills. The studio is gorgeous and there is plenty of space. I would definitely come back here for other dance classes and would recommend to any couples or singles looking to better their dance skills.

After 5:00 summer series Wednesday wine down:I recently visited this Little Black Pearl, and I have…read moreto say the energy when I walked in was great. I was surrounded by such positive, welcoming people of all ages. Throughout the night, we sang karaoke, played cards, shot pool and listened to good music. What really stood out to me was how safe, inclusive, and comfortable the environment felt. Everyone was so kind and genuine. But what truly touched my heart was how the community embraced my brother, who is special needs. There was no judgment only acceptance, laughter, and open arms. For the first time in a long time, I didn't feel like I had to be on guard, watching to make sure he was being treated with respect because everyone just welcomed. It was a relaxing night filled with connection and joy. I would absolutely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, warm, and safe space. Thank you for such an unforgettable expeience.

The organization for which I work recently held an event at Little Black Pearl (LBP). The support…read moreand service we received was beyond stellar! LBP provided the space, catered the food (via their onsite cafe, Carver 47), connected us to amazing balloon and floral vendors, and provided other accoutrements (e.g., tables and chairs, table coverings, a stage, sound and tech support, package management). LBP's one-stop shop especially helpful given that our planning team resided outside of Chicago. There is so much to applaud from the experience: the warm and inviting space exuded elegance; the feast was as beautiful as it was delicious; and the LBP team's interactions with us (from planning to completion) was the epitome of grace and hospitality. They accommodated every request and did so with an exceptional level of excellence. When we asked that the menu include a vegetarian and Halal dish, they ensured guests had multiple options. When we requested assistance erecting our banner, they took on the task of assembling the entire structure, even machine washing and drying it when they noticed a stain. Compared to other spaces we considered (and have used in the past) across the city, LBP's offerings and support stood head and shoulders above and their love was palpable in their attention to details.That they have a heart-centered mission and work in support of youth and community was tasty icing on an already amazing cake. Thank you, Little Black Pearl team, for making our event a world-class experience!

All I can say is WOW!!…read more Dale you were INCREDIBLE!!! Everyone is talking about the music and saying it was the best - most fun and most danceable music ever!! You and Amy were so prepared and organized and went above and beyond to know who we are and what we liked before the wedding. That truly came out in the music and the event and we cannot thank you enough. Even during the hora you reassured me that "I got this" I was so scared but you definitely helped me get through it and it turned out AMAZING!!! The lighting- countdown- streamers-logo- and the way you MC and keep the night moving. All of it was just fantastic!!! I would recommend YazzJazz to anyone - they are just amazing.

In planning my daughter's wedding, I approached Yazz Jazz Music and Production to provide musical…read moreentertainment. It was the best decision I could have made! The DJ (Dale - an extreme professional at his craft) not only provided musical contributions, but also served as the evening's MC who kept the whole evening right on schedule! Everyone was too busy dancing and having fun to worry about when it was time to cut the cake, when it was time for the first dances, when it was time to do this or that - but Dale kept things moving! MEANWHILE, never once was the dance floor empty because of Dale's excellent song selections! Additionally, Amy Yassinger was in constant contact with us from the beginning planning stages right up to the service and reception. She was available to us throughout the entire process as well as the day of the wedding. I couldn't be more grateful and appreciative of Amy Yassinger and the services provided by Yazz Jazz Music and Productions! 5 STARS!