I love the Dance Element as an adult dancer (kids there seem happy too). As an adult, dance…read moreenthusiast, it can be hard to find a place to take dance, especially if you are a beginner or near beginner. The Dance Element welcomes all abilities. I take adult tap and it is a blast and the class is enriched by having dancers of all skill levels.

Let's me start by saying that if you're not already signed up at The Dance Element - call Now to…read moresign up for yourself or your kids. Having been a student of dance for many years and as a patron and lover of dance, theatre and art, The Dance Element is head and shoulders above everything I've encountered short of Broadway in NY. Wilmington NC is lucky to have this gem. You can't imagine the care and thought that goes into every class, into the students well-being and into their showcase productions. The Dance Element owner is an extremely talented dancer in her own right with an amazing gift to help students learn to dance, have fun, master choreography and as a bonus build strong foundations to live confident lives. From a production/show point of view - I've had the pleasure of seeing productions from the audience's perspective and have been in awe of the beauty of how it all comes together. Recently, I've been able to see behind the scenes as the recent Christmas showcase "The Grinch" is coming to life. The set designs are spectacular, the artistry and creativity of the owner is nothing short of award winning. Her passion comes through every detail - she wants her students and their families to have the best experiences and she delivers on that promise. There's a tremendous amount of work that goes into developing a theme, creating the beautiful choreography, set designs that bring the story to life, lights, music and overall production but The Dance Element wouldn't do it any other way. This is not a cookie cutter dance studio. Hands down the best studio I've ever come across!

I had a great time last night. As a first time dancer, I was made to feel super comfortable.read more

Amazing instructors done with private lessons! We are so enjoy ourselves! My husband and I have…read morelearned so much more than we had when we took group lessons. Excellent indulgence!

I'll preface this by saying my little girl really enjoyed her experience with Dance Express. I,…read morehowever, did not. She took hip hop / tumble. The classes were structured so she spent more time sitting on the floor than engaged in activity. I felt it was a lazy way to conduct the classes. Then there was the costume fiasco. Measurements were wrong, sizes didn't fit. I had to beg the company to get the costumes right. After being lied to repeatedly, they finally reordered the correct sizes from another company. The recital was darling, but I cannot recommend this dance studio.

My daughter and I LOVE Dance Express. This is her second year there and she wants to continue on…read moreuntil she graduates. She is currently in the hip hop competition team. The other Moms are amazing and the staff is just over the top wonderful. She is young...only in kindergarten. And she gets pushed to do her best. And I think it's great at even this age to be pushed to reach your full potential. But you can also tell it's coming from a place of love, not just "being mean' as some would say. This is competition...you go to these to WIN and have fun but the goal is to win lol. The owner/director of the dance school has been super understanding about how much my child has been sick this year too. It's been quite worrisome as a Mom to see her so sick, but all the teachers st this studio have been really sweet and you can tell they have been really concerned. Recommend 10/10. They are becoming family and after this season is finished my girl is already excited about next year lol! Love you so much DEPAC.

Fun dance school for my kids, happy instructors, and decent prices. The vibe there is happy and…read morestress free.

From the owner: The Premier School of Dance is a new addition to the Carolina Forest community. The dance studio…read moreopened in August of 2016 offering a variety of classes for all ages and levels of dancers. The Premier School of Dance offers award winning choreography, focus on early childhood development, and is an ambassador of the arts. The dance school offers both recreational and competitive dance classes.

Dynamic Footworks Studio of Dance is a great place to learn any type of dance. They have classes…read morefor the young and the young at heart. My daughter has been with this studio for 7 years and she absolutely loves it! She has made many long lasting friendships and learned how to never give up and always do your best! Go DFS! Come join us! Great studio!

From the owner: Dynamic Dance Force is a school that appreciates the art of dance at all levels and skills. We do…read moreour very best to enhance the talent of and enjoy working with each student. We will provide professional dance instruction and instill the art of dance in a safe environment. Dynamic Dance Force is a family atmosphere home to supportive parents & talented students and where lasting friendships are made. The gift of dance is an investment in your child's self confidence. We are dedicated to helping students succeed. Join us for dance classes, tumbling/Acro and also our Before and After School Program. Our first priority is our students and making sure they have a great time and achieve all of their goals.

The $3 Zumba classes are a bargain. I recommend classes with Whitney or Jeneen. Jeneen will kick…read moreyour ass with her West African-inspired dance moves! Tracy's classes are not as good. I can't speak much to the children's dance classes here other than that the kids looked happy!

My daughter danced here for 13 years. They truly helped her become the great young woman she is…read moretoday. Teachers were very loving and involved yet pushed her to try and succeed. Many performing opportunities for over the years too! They truly understand that the little ones just want to have fun and progressively put more on them AS THEY ARE READY! If you are in the market for a dance studio, check them out!!!

I have been looking for a yoga studio since I moved here. This is exactly what I was looking for…read more Everyone is super friendly and knowledgeable. It does not feel like some of the bigger places with industrial lighting, which is not relaxing at all and a lot of times have people who have never done yoga before trying to teach a class. This is not like that at all. So glad I found this place.

It's a beautiful studio and a real treasure for Brunswick County. My friend and I had the pleasure…read moreof taking yoga from Nancy. Her classes were tailored to our needs and her sequences were creative and fun. We left energized and refreshed and ready for the beach! I go there every time I'm visiting family in town.

Wonderful place! My 2.5 year old loved the class and we can't wait to come back. Teachers are…read morelovely and studio is perfect size. Also I love that it is downtown and we can grab a treat at Bespoke coffee shop after class. Highly recommend checking this place out - I bet classes will fill up quickly!

From the owner: Tutu School Wilmington is a boutique ballet school providing a creative dance education experience…read morefor toddlers and children. A place that urges the exercise of big imaginations as well as little bodies and offers the most magical introduction to the enchanting world of ballet.

Well, keeping with my recent reviews either being songs or poems or haiku's or some crap like that…read moreI have to continue the trend. Got to spend a little time here on a recent trip to Wilmington, and someone that worked inside was talking about Luke Combs so I thought I would attempt a lightly Luke Combs influenced country song about the Music Loft. Great place! One of the better local shops I have found in my travels especially for it's size. Verse In the heart of Wilmington town, there's a place of sweet, sweet sound, A little music loft, where dreams come alive, from the ground to the clouds above, Got guitars on the walls, and drums upstairs in the halls, But it's the people there, oh the people there, that make it feel like home, y'all. (Chorus) At the Music Loft in Wilmington, where the heart meets the art, Where the Taylor, Alvarez, and Larivee guitars start, With electric vibes and bass tones in the air, And friendly faces, who really care. (Verse 2) They've got a pedal selection that'll give you a new direction, Amped up on good vibes, they've got more than you can count. It's a small shop, but you'll be amazed, at the music that gets played, From the strings and the skins, the melody spins, in ways that will astound. (Chorus) Oh, the Music Loft in Wilmington, where passion and craft unite, Where the music floats and the rhythm invites, With the strum of the strings, and the beat of the hearts, It's a local treasure, a work of art. (Bridge) From a beginner's hope to a seasoned player's dream, This little loft, oh, it's more than it seems, With staff so knowledgeable, ready to share, In this haven of music, you'll lose all your cares. (Chorus) Yes, the Music Loft in Wilmington, a gem of the Southern nights, Where the music dances and the soul ignites, With the twang of the strings, and the rhythm that bounds, It's the best music shop, that I have found. (Outro) So here's to the Music Loft, up in Wilmington town, Where the guitars ring, and the drums sound, To the staff and the tunes, and the dreams that they weave, It's the heart of music, you best believe.

This is a really cool music shop, and probably the best in Wilmington. Their main focus is guitar…read moreplayers, with some basses and a good drum section upstairs. They have a really good acoustic room with all quality levels to see and try. They are a Fender and Taylor dealer. They carry a great selection of used pedals, while also being a Boss, Strymon, JHS dealer among others. Staff are pretty nice and tend to leave you alone to browse all you want but are always happy to help.

My niece just finished her second year of surf school and loved it! Indo Jax is well-known to be…read morethe best surf camp for kids in town. They give excellent mini-lessons on the ocean and make safety as well as fun a priority. The kids are laughing and smiling at all times. Wes was EXCEPTIONAL and, "was the coolest coach ever."

From the owner: We are a family owned surf school that has been located in the Wilmington, North Carolina area…read moresince 2006. We pride ourselves on safety, quality of instruction, and attention to detail. We enjoy being members of the surfing community along the Cape Fear Coast and do our best to improve the quality of life for the folks who live here, as well as do our part to make this a top notch travel destination. The surrounding beaches here are beautiful, with white sand and warm water. The conditions are perfect for learning exciting water sports such as surfing and kiteboarding. Indo jax provides group and private surf and kiteboard lessons. Our experienced and trained professional instructors will get you up and riding in no time, as they introduce you to some of the most thrilling watersports. So come on out and experience the exhilaration of surfing and kiteboarding at Indo Jax!