our daughters have really grown through dancing here the staff and management work to see your children improve

I grew up dancing myself, both of my daughters danced throughout their childhood, and now I have the joy of watching my granddaughters dance. With so many years spent around dance studios, I can honestly say I have never experienced one that felt so unprofessional, unwelcoming, and disorganized. Classes regularly started late, and there were three different teachers for the same class in a single season, which created no consistency for the children. The atmosphere also felt very cliquish, with teachers and staff mainly interacting with the regular competition families while newer and recreational families felt overlooked. The studio lobby and restrooms were often not clean, and overall communication and organization were poor. During parent observation times, the studio allowed people without children in the class to come in, making it difficult for actual parents and family members to comfortably enjoy watching their child dance. What disappointed me most was the obvious favoritism. The office staff often came across as rude and impatient, especially toward younger children. One example that stood out was a 2-year-old being rushed and treated impatiently while trying to choose a piece of candy, while another child connected to a competition family was freely given candy without needing to earn tickets like the other students. It created the impression that children were treated differently depending on how much money their family spent at the studio. Children notice these things, and families do too. Sadly, almost all of the children who started in the class at the beginning of the season ended up leaving. We were hoping for a positive, welcoming dance experience, but unfortunately that was not what we found. read more

I'm preparing you all for a lengthy review. It's crazy from 2-4 years ago to a year ago, 7 months ago and the two recent they pretty much have the same complaints and issues in regards to the studio being the definition of mean girls and treating students poorly. One of the recent reviews I saw left, the owner calls out a person named Jessica which my name is Jessica which is very crazy knowing I have had very recent issues with them that all of a sudden it's assumed I am associated with the person who left the review. I have no idea who that person is, I beleive the owner assumed he's my husband which if she looked up my account with the studio they will see A) my last name is not the last name of the review and B) my husbands name is on the account and his name is not the name of the review. So to call out and assume it was my family to leave that review is very unprofessional and unnecessary for false assumptions. The latest review after the two only star reviews that was left by kids of the studio and I know this because it's two very common kid names that are well known of the studio. The review before those two, the owner calls her out by stating they don't believe she's associated with the studio because they can't find her name in their records. Just because someone's name isn't in the record doesn't mean they haven't experienced the studio and entitled to a review. For example, my daughters grandmom takes the girls to their class every week for me. She's not on the account but she is well aware of how the studio is and has her own complaints about this place. From day one the parents who are clearly a part of the dance team and sit in the lobby are very rude and caddy. I watched a little girl come out of the studio and asked this one mom for help with her costume and the mom didn't acknowledge her and walked away. We have never been acknowledged when we come into the studio other than last Tuesday when my mom brought the girls all of a sudden the moms immediately says "hi girls!" Which is odd because not once have they ever said hi to them before and all of a sudden after the studio knows I had issues with them the very next week they all say hi? The thing that sparked my frustration the most is being told I have to pay for an entire month of May Tuition when the recital is on the 8th of May. Other studios ends the tuition once recital happens. I expressed how unfair that is and I don't care if it was in the contract. It's absolutely ridiculous. She first laughed in my face and told me she would send me to collections if I didn't pay and the girls wouldn't be in the recital which I already paid in full. This takes us to last Tuesdays class. As I mentioned after all of this we walk into the studio and get greeted. Very convenient. Then costumes were handed to my mom for the girls which also let me point out they were the only two to get their costumes Tuesday and all the other girls already had theirs and they were in class the previous Tuesday. The dance teacher asked for the girls to try them on before class but class was about to start but she kept pushing. So they did and then the dance teacher started the dance and my girls had to rush in so they didn't miss the start of class. I'm pretty sure my girls also wasn't measured and if they were they were measured severely wrong. My youngest who is 2.5 barley 30 pounds was given a size 4T/5T which fell right off of her and also how do they expect me to get her costume altered when the recital was 4 days away. So long story short I would highly reccomend to save yourself the heartache and pick one of the other amazing studios in the area for your dancer. Also be fully prepared for a bunch of excuses back from the studio on justifying their actions read more

We love MCDC! My daughter has been on their team for three years, and I've been so happy to watch her growth and development thanks to the support of her team and investment from the teachers. I love the sense of team here. They cheer each other on in the sweetest ways! The teachers travel with us to competitions and are always uplifting the girls before and after they go on stage. We're so happy to call this studio home! read more

Amazing studio and amazing faculty! We have been with this studio for 8 years and absolutely love it! Would highly recommend if you're interested in a wonderful studio environment and amazing technical instruction for your dancer. read more

My experience with Morgan Crisp Dance Company (MCDC) has been deeply disappointing, unprofessional, and unethical. I am writing this to warn other parents - do not trust this studio with your child's dance education, time, or emotional well-being. My daughter was unfairly retaliated against and removed from the competition team after baseless accusations were made against her, without any real investigation or opportunity for her to defend herself. After the studio revoked her ability to compete, take classes, and participate in what I had already paid for, they refused to refund the prepaid fees. Virginia consumer law prohibits businesses from keeping payment for services they refuse to render, yet that is exactly what MCDC is doing. This isn't just about money, it's about how this studio treats students and families. Since my daughter's removal, multiple parents and students have told me and my daughter that studio leadership has continued to spread false claims about her to other parents and students, damaging her reputation. This is not how a professional, ethical studio should operate. Additionally, in a recorded meeting, Morgan verbally insulted both me and my child. She also made sarcastic and belittling remarks to my daughter (remarks that no adult should ever make to a child). Instead of addressing the situation professionally, she chose to be condescending, cruel, and dismissive in a way that no responsible mentor or educator ever should. After I called out her unprofessional and inappropriate behavior, she flat-out stated that she did not care, that's how she felt, and I needed to "get my shit together for my kid." To make matters worse, she confronted my visibly upset daughter in the lobby in front of her peers and told her friends not to comfort her. Instead of handling the situation with care and professionalism, she actively isolated and humiliated a child. When I made the decision that any responsible parent would, that I was taking my daughter home because I felt she was unsafe in that environment. In retaliation, Morgan then removed my daughter from the competition team, claiming that we had broken the competition contract rules. Keeping my daughter safe is not breaking a competition contract rule, it's protecting my child. If you're looking for a dance studio that fosters a positive, supportive, and professional environment, this is NOT the place. The way they treat students is based on favoritism, and if you ever have an issue, expect to be dismissed, disrespected, or retaliated against. I deeply regret trusting this studio with my child's passion for dance, and I urge any parent considering MCDC to think twice. There are many other studios that will respect your child, your investment, and your family. read more

MCDC is simply amazing. Our daughter's journey has taken us through many states and studios. Last year, we grew out of our old studio and decided to try something different. After searching around and reading many reviews, we decided to give MCDC a try. From day one, we could feel the difference. During the initial team information meeting at the studio with many different parents and teachers, we felt the passion, by the owner, for dance. She has strict rules and expects the dancers to give it their all and she seemed willing to do the same for them. Morgan has very particular rules laid out in the membership agreement, which had us fully onboard. Things like "we ask that all dancers and parents refrain from negative Facebook or other social network postings regarding the studio, its staff members and students." I think this helps with team morale and keeps negativity away. Also, they say "You are part of a team and are expected to support, help, and work together with all of your peers." Again, they are promoting teamwork and support within the team. I've seen this firsthand at all of the competitions. Morgan is always the first to greet the team after each performance. Also, Natalie choreographed our daughter's solo. Natalie showed up to an optional solo performance at a competition that was not required. This shows extreme dedication for her dancers. It was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated. Also, the level of growth that we have seen, just since the summer time, has been truly amazing to watch. Our daughter has rediscovered her passion as she and others are continuously growing. There are many more examples of the excellent leadership and their ability to address concerns on the spot, rather than let them simmer and become a gossiping point. For that, I say thank you Morgan and team. If you are in the FXBG or Spotsy area, this is the place to go. read more

I have two daughters who dance at Morgan Crisp Dance Company and to say we love it there is an understatement. They have learned SO much over the past few years and grown tremendously not only in dance, but in confidence, discipline, and teamwork. The instructors are incredibly talented and supportive, pushing them to be their best while fostering a love for dance. The sense of community at Morgan Crisp Dance Company is unmatched... it truly feels like a family. Watching my daughters thrive on and off the stage has been such a gift, and I'm so grateful for the positive environment and amazing friendships they've built here. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch dance studio! read more

Have three daughters at Morgan Crisp Dance Company. Morgan has been instrumental in instruction, guidance and lessons in dance and life for years. Under her instruction my daughters have achieved multiple national championships, traveled the US, and met with some of the most influential people in the dance industry. She has done all of this from her own studio out of small town Spotsylvania VA. She provides structure and accountability to her studio holding dancers and parents accountable to their dedication to the craft. Fantastic experience for years and more to come! read more

This is a comprehensive review after 2 years of dance instruction with Morgan Crisp Dance. See below Morgan Crisp's insults to a student about their mother during class. I enrolled my 10--and 13-year-old daughters because it was super close to home and they wanted to give it a go. Unfortunately, I will not continue with this dance company, nor do I recommend them. The recital organization, costumes, and communication with the parents are so-so. Suffice it to say, I was extremely disappointed with the first recital in '23. Having a background of dance of over 20 years of experience both with recitals, as a hobby and dancing professionally, the costs that went into monthly dance sessions, the costumes, and even having to pay for tickets (I have never been with a dance company that didn't provide 2-4 complimentary dance tickets to the families) I felt like it was a waste of our resources. The rehearsal was disorganized. Once the recital day came, the music was choppy and cut short, and the wrong song was played a couple of times. In my experience, rehearsal is supposed to work out any mistakes and flops. I sat for HOURS as a 3-year-old to a grown young woman, perfecting our recitals, and the following recital was spectacular! It was a lot of work, but the money my parents put into it... after 16 years - they knew the value of my dance lessons and end-of-year recitals. Not all dance companies are created equal, but hearing from other parents in the audience, it wasn't just me. My uncle, who attended for the first time ever, asked if that was "the way it was supposed to be." He literally asked..."And we had to pay for this?" After that first recital, I was ready to forgo enrolling them in the fall. My daughters' pleas and 'let's just try it again' convinced my hubby and me to enroll them for another year--reluctantly. '24 Recital - parents weren't allowed to watch, and they separated the show into 2 portions (little people/big people). That was nice, a bit disorganized between shows (first year doing this), but overall, 80% BETTER than '23 recital. A vast improvement overall. I would've kept my girls enrolled for that improvement alone had it not been for the following: This year - Morgan Crisp subbed for one of my daughter's ballet classes. When she asked my 13-year-old why she wasn't trying out for team competition dance, my daughter said, "I mean no disrespect when I say this, but my mom didn't really like the recital last year (and was a bit disappointed). It's not a fact; it's just her opinion. She's been dancing since she was a little girl and I guess she expected more. Plus, I'm not really interested either." My daughter's answer led with the truth; yes, it was direct, but as a 13-year-old who wants to respect the adult, prefaced with "I mean no disrespect..." the best she knew how - she answered her question honestly while stating, (repeatedly) it's her mom's opinion, talk to her about it. Ms. Crisp (apparently) was offended by my daughter's answer because Morgan began to belittle me to my daughter, first by dismissing MY opinions that my daughter stated and then by asking the students in the room if MY feedback/opinion was true! This is not 6th grade, Ms. Crisp! You were looking to 9-13-year-old students to "1-up" my daughter in the middle of class. It didn't stop there. Ms. Crisp demonstrated a new movement to the class, cued in on my daughter, and asked... Do you know this move? My daughter answered no. Ms. Crisp then said... IN FRONT OF THE CLASS AGAIN -- "Well, maybe your mom should've taught you." My daughter was about to give a rebuttal - my mom is busy, she runs 5 businesses... But Ms. Crisp cut her off. (If I had been my daughter at that moment, I would've said... No. That's why she pays you nearly $300 per month to teach me.) This "ADULT" REACTED to a 13-year-old CHILD who gave her honest opinion, and Ms. Crisp, I guess, who, I can only surmise, was offended, had to "1-up her" in front of the whole class - going so far as to say I was "imagining" the mixups in last year's recital. It's not only juvenile, unprofessional, and disrespectful to the class - she's THE OWNER! Ms. Crisp, call ME, and tell ME what I am or am not "imagining" (which my daughter asked her to do-- never heard from Ms. Crisp). Ms. Crisp, you are a grown adult. You need to do better. I won't tolerate an establishment that condones talking trash about a student's parent, whether in a class or privately. In my daughter's words: "I never had someone bully me before." Shame on you, Ms. Crisp, for shaming a student's mother (and her) because of the student's honest yet respectful feedback to YOUR inquiry in front of the whole class (or even privately). Coach Andi LaBrune ~Military wife, Relationship Expert & Communication Specialist, Zumba Dance Instructor, Certified Herbalist & Holistic Health Practitioner, Photographer, Author/Publisher, Blessed mom of 11 read more