My daughter has only been going to Aspire Academy for one year, but it has been an amazing year!!!…read moreMy daughter absolutely loves going to dance class and I can tell a big difference in her confidence. From the front desk receptionist to the teachers, everyone is amazing!

From the owner: We are the premier dance and music school on the Olympic Peninsula and have served over 2,000…read morepeople since we opened in 2007. We specialize in the American Ballet Theatre Dance Curricula, Simply Music--the Playing-Based Piano method that teaches you to play before you read, Simply Music Rhapsody for ages newborn to four and more! We offer Ballet (beginning, intermediate and advanced en pointe), Fairy Tale Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, and Hip Hop. We also have trained and licensed fitness coaches for PiYO Strength, The Booty Barre, Zumba and Bokwa! We have professional O'Mara Sprung Floors and a state of the art studio.

I want to take the time to give you a shout out as through the grapevine I've heard that you have…read moregiven your studio to Stanwood youth cheerleading for a three day conference that. That is rarely heard of and very generous. Even though they are on a tight budget I'm sure you guys are also and to open your studio for the communities benefit is very kind and impressive. I hope more people take the time to give you a shout out and for going Above what most Businesses would do. Thank you for giving back to the community I'm sure will get back to you even more.

From the owner: Camano Dance Academy is Stanwood and Camano Island's premiere performing arts school. We offer…read moresuperior instruction in ballet and pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, acrobatics (acro), scottish highland, broadway dance, preschool dance, adult dance, and yoga. We also have a non-profit performance team, the CDA Stars. Come see us perform at our annual recitals at the Stanwood High School Performing Arts Center every June, or the Lights of Christmas in Warm Beach each December. We would love to have you join our other 425+ student enrollees at CDA! In addition, our Performing Arts Preschool educates students in basic scholastic functions through the use of art, music, dance, and other performing arts. The nurturing environment will encourage children to develop a positive self-concept, while preparing them with the skills they will need to succeed in Kindergarten. Preschool is available for students ages 3-5.

I recently took a wet felting class with Janet King. It was all that I could have hoped for. Janet…read moreis an amazing artist and was a wonderful teacher. The school was very helpful in helping with accomodation and travel info. Whitby Island is so beautiful, and the town of Coupeville a delight. Cant wait to go back.

I took a nuno felting class here two summers ago and loved it! We had double tables and plenty of…read moreroom to work in addition to large sinks, a drier and outside clothes lines. We could work safely in to the evening. I'm registered for another class this coming summer and look forward to visiting Coupeville again! It's a wonderful town.

We have been to other dance schools and this one is light years beyond the ones we've experienced…read more Well organized, constantly updated. Great training. No complaints at all. My daughter always wanted to get serious about ballet and this school is a perfect fit. Her last school would learn one 3 minute routine for the whole year. In this school, they learn technique, posture, poise, even history in addition to a routine, plus there's extra curricular training for the Nutcracker each Christmas. It has challenged her to achieve a higher level, and she loves it.

From the owner: Artistic Director Mr. John C. Carney, former English National Ballet Soloist, Rambert Dance Company…read morePrincipal, and Royal Ballet School student, teacher and choreographer, brings the experience and knowledge to ensure all students reach their highest potential, whether as recreational or professional dancers. Fraser Valley Academy of Dance offers exceptional training in Ballet, Contemporary, Modern Theatre Dance, Jazz and Lyrical. Performance opportunities include annual productions of The Nutcracker and the School Performances at the Clarke Theatre, as well as community events throughout the year. Programs include the Pre-Professional Academy, Morning Pre-School and Adult classes, After-School Training, Summer Intensives and Dance Camps, and an International Student Program. Ages 3 to Adult.

VAB is the premier dance school in Victoria for students ages 4 through to Professional Training…read more It is the only school on Vancouver Island with a post secondary program registered and approved by PCTIA, a BC government agency. Students excel in competitions both locally, provincially and internationally! Staff are among the best and most qualified in Canada.

This studio is not a faith based studio, its claims to be a Christian studio to "keep your…read morebusiness". They are a toxic environment and people should avoid taking classes here. If you're looking for a good Christian studio or even a good studio at all, this is not it.

Thankful for a family owned company that is working hard to provide an opportunity for kids to…read moredance. Overcoming many obstacles in this season, this company has worked hard for children or all ages. They have gone above and beyond and I would gladly send my kids, nieces, nephews and one day grandchildren here.

My daughter has been dancing at this studio for several years now, and as she approaches her 9th…read morebirthday, her love for dance continues to grow. From the very beginning, everyone has been welcoming, supportive, and incredibly helpful. Mrs. Debbie, the owner, recently took time out of her busy schedule right before classes started to help my daughter get fitted for new ballet shoes. That level of personal attention and care says so much about the studio and the people who run it. My daughter loves her classes so much that she actually begged me to enroll her in an additional class! She looks forward to dance every week and has loved all of her teachers. Special shoutout to Miss Olivia, who has been wonderful and has helped make dance such a positive experience for her. We just finished another recital season, and every year I am blown away by the enthusiasm, dedication, and passion of the instructors. Watching the recital, it's easy to see how much work goes into preparing the dancers while still making the experience fun and encouraging. And honestly, anyone who has ever tried to teach a group of 4- and 5-year-olds anything can appreciate how impressive it is to see those young dancers smiling, having fun, and confidently performing on stage! What I appreciate most is that this studio has grown with my daughter. From her early classes as a little one to the dancer she is becoming today, she has always felt encouraged, supported, and excited to come back each week. We are so grateful to be part of this dance family and highly recommend this studio to anyone looking for a positive, nurturing environment for their child.

The business does not have a good way of communication for billing and for sure for making…read morepayments. When you call them, they can't take payment over or phone or anything. Very old school....very frustrating.

My daughter had her first dance class here. She came in full of nervous energy and left with her…read moreheart soaring. We watched the class through the window. There was a ratio of 7:1 which was really nice because it allowed each child to have some one on one instruction with the teacher. My daughter's teacher was really sweet and it was very obvious that she is experienced and enjoys working with children. I am so glad that we chose this school!

My daughter has been enrolled in Dance Elite for 4 years now and we absolutely love it. After the…read moreownership switched hands, life was brought back into the studio and every single bench and classroom has been filled with people ever since. Amy and her staff have a huge love for Dance and for everyone of their little dancers as well. Our favorite time of year with the Dance Elite is not only the amazing recital but the awesome spooktacular Halloween event they put on for everyone at the studio! We look forward to many more years at Dance Elite and we will continue referring all our friends and family because this is the best dance studio around!!

Our family has loved dancing at TDS this year. My daughter delights in her teacher and friends, and…read moreis enjoying practicing dancing at home. She's learned so much from watching the other classes, too. The variety of classes available for children and adults at TDS cannot be beat for the cost of tuition.

I haven't danced in many years, and I felt welcomed and able to participate at my own pace. This…read moreschool is great!

I came in looking for a shawl to wear to a wedding. Fran was so lovely and very helpful in pointing…read moreout pieces that fit what I was looking for. She recommended a gorgeous asymmetrical shawl/poncho that she had personally designed. Excellent quality and handmade, I would definitely recommend this shop!

Horrible customer service by one of the women in particular at this store. She is very unwelcoming,…read morecondescending, and rude. I will drive out of town to another fiber art store before I willingly spend my money here again.