I started taking Kara's classes in 2015 and I don't know why I waited so long! As an adult who…read moredanced all throughout my childhood and through college, I really appreciate Kara's approach. She is super knowledgeable, and has a very friendly and inspiring approach to teaching. She's experienced at teaching all levels, so if you're new to dance, don't hesitate to join her classes! I can also vouch for Kara's Sass Your Dance Burlesque parties. We had Kara teach a class for my sister's bachelorette party a few weeks ago and it was a ton of fun. All of the girls LOVED it, and of course flaunted their new moves out on the dance floor later that night :) If you're looking for a fun way to spice up your party, this is it!

Great for young adults !!!!! Can put your heart and soul into your dance without being judged!!read more

Two of my daughters attend various classes at the American Academy, so we are here 5 times a week…read more Compared to plenty of other families, that's pretty tame, which is a testament to the quality of instruction and enthusiasm for the craft here at this ballet studio. We've belonged to three ballet studios (we've moved a few times) and have been here the longest. This school impresses me with the level of quality instruction starting with the youngest kids. At a previous dance studio, the "Pre-ballet" or "Ballet I" classes were taught by young college students (and even one high school senior) who were trying to get teaching experience. Here, every teacher we have had has been a professional and has instructed the kids as such. The atmosphere is caring and loving but also fairly serious. You are following in the footsteps of many dancers who have attended the school over 52 years and have gone on to dance careers. The Nutcracker performance sells out at UB every year, and the end of the year recital (also at UB) is an enormous production. This is not the YMCA's music and movement class. They offer ballet, pointe, acro, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, Broadway dance, jazz and tap, as well as adult ballet classes. The cost seems comparable to other dance studios in the area, and there is a discount for families. The school also offers camps in the summer, including a "Princess camp" for girls 8 and younger that seems very popular.

We moved my daughter here this year. The instruction is top notch and the office staff are very…read morehelpful. They are very caring while being serious about instruction. The Nutcracker production at UB is quite the undertaking and they do it with Style, grace and flair. We plan on increasing our classes here next year!

Center stage is like my family. I have been dancing there since I was 8. From starting with acro…read moreand a tap jazz combo class to taking 12+ classes center stage is where I can call "home".The instructors are very kind and helpful. All teachers take their own time to get to know students more.Miss Annette the owner of Center Stage is a wonderful woman and has helped me to get to where I am now. Center Stage is a great place to be. I could not even imagine going anywhere else to dance.

I have been part of the Center Stage family for 12 years. From one 45 minute class per week for my…read morethen 3 year old to my now 15 year old daughter being a member of their Elite competition team. I use the term family because that's what it is. The owner is always available, she makes an effort to know the students and parents. The teachers are world class and give 100% to training and developing the students. I've seen a lot of changes and growth over the years but of course there is always room for improvement. This is not a big glitzy studio that you see on tv. They are real people who truly want the best for the students. And while winning isn't everything, the number of trophies and championships that the studio has earned is a great indication of the level of training provided. From the youngest team at 4 years old to high school seniors and beyond, these students showcase the epitome of excellence in dance. If you're looking for a family oriented, comfortable and caring dance studio for your child that provides an excellent dance education then I encourage you to stop into one of the open houses this summer and see for yourself.

I find the entire staff here incredibly friendly and welcoming. Dance lessons don't come easy to…read moreme, but they're incredibly patient and motivating me to keep going. I'm doing it for the mental challenge and a little bit of exercise. In particular, Emily and Christina are the ultimate professionals and make it fun. Thanks to everyone at Fred Astaire in Buffalo. I'm looking forward to making it a lifetime hobby!

Fred Astaire Buffalo is simply awesome. Everyone is extremely supportive and encouraging. If you…read moreever thought about trying a dance lesson, this is the place to go. What are you waiting for, you will love it there. Dancing has become my new favorite hobby.

My daughter danced here for many years. The teachers were fantastic, and the office staff was…read moreprofessional. My daughter gained her love for dance from the wonderful teachers, and there ability to challenge them while keeping it fun. I am so happy we found a wonderful studio to teach our daughter.

th studio overall was nice studio teachers are nice and nice environment. we switched studios so…read moreshe could stay with cousin because they were extreme rude to her

This dance studio is an amazing place for a child to learn about and experience the world of dance…read more Everyone is warm and welcoming to both parent and child and the whole place has a "family vibe". I can't recommend TDA highly enough!

I attended here over 20 years ago (the black leotard and bandana head days) . I now live in New…read moreYork City and even heard about the recent accusations here. First off, did anyone hear Lenny say these things? Is there a recording of him saying this anywhere? One thing I know about the local demographic circles is that if 1 or 2 people say something the whole town joins in with them. Secondly, I attended here for a few years but continued to take classes elsewhere because it's not for everyone, including myself. I was not diagnosed with a disability but I did have chronic back problems and anxiety from a young age which made the the routines difficult for me to perform and memorize. I do however credit attending David De Marie for preparing me for my relatively successful career in fashion and media that I went on to in my adult life. I recommend at least trying this studio.

It seemed to me that this dance studio was geared more towards the serious student than those who…read moreare there "just for fun". My impression was that they were very organized and efficient which I found important when laying down the money for dance lessons. My daughter enjoyed the experience with this studio but soon realized it wasn't quite the right fit for her.

Kelly and Yvonne are great, down to earth people, which make it so easy to love this studio…read more My eldest started mid year when she was in kindergarten, with no issues; she loved it, but at the time didnt love the spot light of the recital in June, so she stayed away for a year or 2.. Fast forward to now, my eldest has found her passion for hiphop and is taking 3 hiphop classes; and my now kindergartener is loving the combo and hiphop classes as well. Im sure once my youngest is old enough she too will join the sherry martin crew. Overall, not a competition studio, but thats not what im looking for, just want my girls to have fun, move their bodies and learn something. Although i will say my eldest has come SO far in her skills from where she started. Would recommend this studio 100%

Honestly, they have favorites. And they don't base those favorites on skill or talent. This is…read moreessentially a recreational studio and not a competition studio. There is nothing wrong with that if that is what you want. BUT... they have so many problems that you'd think they were a mean competition studio. But even competition studios are more transparent than the mystery BS you put up with here. It is a mystery. I fought with them for years over the proper placement for mine. The lack of compassion. The cavalier way they treat their business relationships. The hurtful things the owners say in front of the kids when explaining themselves. The excuses for their poor decisions. Their solution to problems is ... you can go to another studio. They passively kick you out by making it an unhappy place for your child if they don't like you. I can't tell you how many times I have had a mom tell me that after they've paid all fees, lessons, and costumes charges, that suddenly their child has missed too many lessons and can't do a recital. But guess what? They have no stated attendance policy. Which is also ironic since they had several classes that didn't have completed choreography until the week before the recital. When you ask them to justify their placements... they say "trust our professional judgment". (i.e. don't question us.) . When you ask...what does my child need to work on to advance... they give you an answer, and then when your child achieves the goal, the reason they aren't moving up is a new and different reason. And those reasons are often refuted by other students who are in those upper classes with those very issues. One mom told me that they talk in circles saying that X is a reason why a child cannot take a certain level and yet X is great because it really supports successful dance. In the past year, I have seen several families cut back their classes or leave the studio altogether for either another studio or quit dance, because they destroy the love for dance. They are sinking their own ship over there.

I love this dance studio for my 4 and half year old daughter. She's been going there since she was…read more3. They do a great job with little ones. Their recitals are well organized and very professional. It feels proud to see the little ones performing in front of a big audience in such an early age. Their costume ideas are great! It might be a little expensive...rehearsal fees, costume, DVD etc. The instructors are nice and friendly!

My daughter has been happily tapping away for seven years now at this wonderful dance school!…read moreShe has enjoyed ballet, tap, jazz and acrobatic dance classes throughout the years. The family-like atmosphere has kept us coming back here year after year. The teachers and the teen age assistants teach dance in a fun way. My daughter has learned so much, and she feels inspired. She is very proud to be part of the school. She has literally grown up with the girls in her classes. It has become second home. The girls have enjoyed many lively, stressful, but certainly beautiful, recitals every June. In 2014, the dance school celebrated 20 years in business. In the fall of the same year, the owner and founder of the Dance school, Ms. Sam Smith, suddenly passed away. Only in her young 50's, Breast cancer took her life. The studio was bought by one of her former students, a committed dance teacher with a Head for business. A Little over year ago, the Studio moved to its current new location. There are several spacious dance studios, a lounge area for the students with lockers, and a large waiting room for parents. This school has a competition dance team and is on par with other area Dance schools. There are classes for adults as well. Check it out!