Wow! Thank you Melissa and dance families for the opportunity to capture memories today through…read morephotos. I want to give a shout out to your dancers, their families and your staff family. Being a former dance mom and working part time at my kids dance studio, I feel like I've seen and heard both sides of the dance world. I have seen the energy and drama that can happen with recitals and competitions for the families and the owners of the dance studio. I want you to know that the dancers had amazing attitudes, respectful actions and caring hearts. Their parents should be proud. Hats off to the girls who (without being asked) grabbed trash, vacuums and cleaned up after themselves and others at the end of the evening. Keep up the great work PDC staff you obviously are fostering way more than dance. So much love and heart! Happy Recital.

I have never felt compelled to write a negative review, but this place deserves it. I went for a…read morefree trial class for my young daughter, and could not be more disappointed. The teachers were not welcoming or engaging, were not energetic, and repeatedly called my daughter the wrong name. A significant portion of the class they spent sitting around and waiting, and not actually dancing. The teachers were not adaptable for young children. One child was crying. Another child the parent pulled them out early. My daughter was visibly disappointed and had been looking forward to this. I am devastated this was her first dance experience. If you are looking for a positive environment where your child can joyfully dance, steer clear.

It had been about 25 years since I last touched a ballet barre. After three adult beginner classes…read moreso far, I want to yelp my awesome experience with Southern California Ballet. I'm not a dance mom (yet). Just an older gal dancing in her socks at this conveniently located studio. Our class is a wonderful range of ages and women. I love that. We may giggle as we fumble the steps and lose our balance... but the class offers exactly what it needs to offer. Fun and movement. Me and about 14 others signed up via the Poway Adult School... but the studio offers drop in classes directly as well. I really hope to try them - they just don't jive with my mommy and work schedule like the Thursday am class has. But I'm hopeful they add more classes or I can somehow make it work. This class has been such a reawakening. When you dance as a child and young adult... and quit... you don't have many outlets for enjoying it after the classes and recitals stop. You don't round up the friends like you do for a game of golf or basketball. Enter... the adult dance class. Boom. Toby, our teacher, is wonderful. He is easy-going and clearly talented. I liked the neat little background he gave us on ballet too. The music is a fun mix of contemporary songs disguised in ballet music. Fun. So much better than I remember as a kid. While I do have some lingering memories of dance... my joints and muscles are in a complete state of disrepair. Frankly, it makes me extra happy to be in the beginner's class. At times it is a bit of a whirlwind, but with continued repetition it sinks in. "Osmosis" as Toby says. So I try not to worry about the terms. I just enjoy each class, the break in my chaotic day... and dance (in between the hip cramps and forgotten steps).

We love Black Mountain Dance. They are a non-competition ballet only program starting at the age…read moreof 3. They take their ballet seriously and are excellent at teaching little girls about proper poise and posture. Ms. Katie is a wonderful teacher with the right mix of stern and playful in working with 3 & 4 year old kids.

Great staff and experience! We've been a part of the SPAA family for over 10 years and love every…read moreclass, performance and workshop! Miss Miah is an excellent instructor, choreographer and director! Truly cares about the well being of her students and puts on excellent performances. Bravo!!

A friend with whom I take UJam classes at the 24HFitness started teaching Ujam herself at this…read morecenter. She also teaches ballet for small kids there and I got to know this location as she invited the gym friends for her inaugural class. It was easy to find parking. The dancing room is very spacious, with great natural light and good acoustics without bothering other classes at other rooms. I am glad that I had the opportunity to get to know this performing arts center thanks to my friend and looking forward to attending more classes.

James Couzens of Rockademy has been teaching young entrepreneurs for many years. He is very…read moreexperienced and wonderful with the kids. He is patient and has a great teaching approach too. If you have a child interested in Music I highly recommend

My son has attended The Rockademy for over two years. He has loved Jason's approach to teaching…read moreguitar. Jason is patient and understands that students might not be as passionate about the music now as they will be later. So he goes at my son's pace. He started my son on the ukelele and elevated him to the guitar when he was ready. He picks songs that are fun to learn, play, and listen to! It is a pleasure working with Jason! Scott Herrin

My sister bought me a Groupon to take my daughter to a mommy and me class and we ended up moving my…read moredaughter into the next age group she loved it so much! I can't say enough about the owner Angela who teaches my daughters class. She is so good with the kids and so sweet! Definitely recommend if you are looking to start your little one in ballet/tap! Update: We have loved sending our daughter here, but since we don't live in the area, we looked at another dance studio down the street from us. It did not compare to Scripps. There is such a warm family environment feeling when you walk into the studio, and all the teachers are amazing! Can't wait for her to be in the Nutcracker this year!

Edit to add: In the studio's response to this review they've lied. Plainly, the director was 45…read moreminutes late to my kids auditions. We agreed to meet at 3pm and she showed up at 3:45, I've included pictures of the emails so it's pretty crazy they are even refusing to take accountability for that. We only showed up for the classes recommended to our kids. I don't know what other times their classes are, and they admitted that they assigned us to the wrong class, so again, it's crazy that they're denying that now because this is a public forum. The gaslighting is honestly crazy. Mrs Angela IGNORED emails where I asked for clarification on my children's placement. When I asked the teachers in person how we could improve (after confirming it was a good time to talk and talking privately in their office), I was told that questioning their placement decisions was disrespectful. No mention of how my kids could actually improve. There were no behavioral issues, no failure to achieve specific goals, just "this is our placement decision, we don't need to give you reasons, it's disrespectful to question it." This lady doesn't care about kids. If she did, she would have been compassionate to my 6 and 3 year olds who were crying that they couldn't perform. She just doesn't like to admit that her business is poorly run so she ignores problems and kicks people out who try to discuss it. They treat the kids like paychecks, act accommodating when you sign up, and then just move people around as they see fit to make more room in classes or ensembles, regardless of the effect on the children. It's honestly harmful to the kids, who think they did something wrong (and again, the studio couldn't actually list anything we had done wrong). But this studio would rather tell a 3 and 6 year old that they are not good enough than admit their clerical errors. Don't expose your kids to this. Original review below: AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They have terrible office staff who misplaced my children. When they were told the proper level A MONTH after class began, they provided no help on how our daughter could stay with the friends she had made. They will take your deposits and change your schedule no questions asked. And if you do ask questions, they will call you "disrespectful." Absolutely disgusting way to treat children. They literally just take your deposit and do whatever they want with your children. Not a single class started on time and the owner was 45 minutes late to a meeting with me. Worst business I've ever dealt with.

My girls joined his dance studio about 2 years ago. They absolutely love this dance school. A very…read morewell rounded dance studio that is one of a kind!!!! I discovered this place from a friend whom daughter danced here and I thought I'd give it a try for my girls. I'm so glad I did!!! This dance studio doesn't just teach dance but also teaches your girls how to be great mentors and leaders as well! Everyone is so hands on from teenagers down to the little movers. My youngest is 6 and she is so inspired by Faith and her daughter Aaliyah (dance instructors) of this dance studio. They really instill great skills of dance and bonus teaching students great life morals as well! Not to be just great dancers but great human beings as well. The older girl dancers are pitching in to mentor the younger dancers around who not only look up to them but inspire to one day dance on their skill level as well. My eldest daughter has learned some much from attending this school and it she's mentioned how encouraging all the girls are that dance with her. I couldn't have ask for a better dance studio for my kids. I definitely recommend this dance studio to everyone!

Great little studio, went to yoga here last week Tracey Plascencia of Mt Yoga. Really cute,…read moreintimate space. Wonderful place for a yoga class. I haven't been to a performance here but Tracey's class was amazing ... as her classes ALWAYS are. She is a gifted instructor and a beautiful person inside and out. Looking forward to going back soon!

This review is long overdue since my daughter has been a part of LDI for a few years now. Yes, your…read morechild will receive top notch dance instruction, in a fun, supportive environment...but LDI is more than just a dance studio, it is a lovely community where each dancer's sense of self and confidence are nurtured and encouraged. My daughter loves her teachers and dancing here, and as a mom (and someone whose own experience in dance was the old school approach where you were pushed beyond what was actually appropriate for your young body/mind) I appreciate that proper form and alignment are taught, even from a very early age, in a way that is recognizes her as an individual and builds her self esteem. And although the owners and instructors here are former professional dancers and each accomplished in their own rights, I love that the message at this studio is "LDI for all", whether your goal is for a future in the dance world, or just a nurturing environment for your child to learn discipline and movement. 5 stars!!!

If you're looking for a dance studio, Lynch Dance Institute is the place to be. It will surely…read morebecome a place of joy and magic for your child as they discover their love for dance. Every single staff member trains proper technique and your child will grow leaps and bounds in a really loving environment. The parent community there is wonderful, as well. My 6-year old daughter has been attending LDI for about 1.5 years and participated in 1-week of their Jr. Ballet Intensive summer programs this week. So much was covered in 5-days and she was excited to share about the yoga session, wellness session, learning choreography, ballet, jazz, hip-hop! The 30-minute show at the end of the week was so impressive! We are grateful to have found this studio and would recommend them over and over again!

Great studio for Indian classical (bharathnatyam, kathak), Bollywood hip hop, bboying, street…read moredancing. I have been learning Indian classical and bollywood /folk for several years at this studio. My son learns bboying here as well. The teachers are extremely dedicated, loads of fun and very creative. Definitely recommended for that wreekly dose of Bollywood or indian classical.

Ms Neha is a very dedicated teacher who wants to see her students do well in dance. My daughter has…read morebeen taking Bharatanatyam with her and she really enjoys the class. Ms Neha is firm and motherly in her approach to teaching and welcomes all students of any level to her class. Whole heartedly recommend Naad studios and Ms Neha for classical Indian dance.