For six years Luna Dance has been a community and home for me, my nine year old son and my six year…read moreold daughter. At pickup, my daughter is joking and laughing with friends not wanting to leave. Nadeen and all the teachers inspire and invigorate their students--highlighting the importance of confidence and believing in themselves--all the while motivating them to do their best and achieve excellence. The choreography and range of technique is amazing. More importantly, the social emotional learning is very special - especially in dance. The recitals are so so well put together, with professional sound, lighting, costume, and choreography, which is surreal considering that it organizes hundreds of kids into so many back-to-back ~3 minute dances. Luna also feels like a space for inclusion whether the kids are rapidly advancing in skills and there to be with friends and have fun. My daughter has done 4 recitals, and I've done 8 (in the adult hip hop class). We've loved every minute and can't recommend it enough!

My daughter has been going to luna dance for 2 years since 3 years old. Lina dance has been amazing…read morein teaching her not just dance moves but choreography, team work, friendship and performance. Each semester there is a beautiful recital with costumes and songs that are outstanding! It has given her so much confidence and she just loves the heart of the studio, the teachers are kind and patient! Love luna dance. O

My husband and I have loved doing classes with Annaliza and Hector. Beginner friendly and also…read moregreat to improve existing skills! We have enjoyed meeting dancers at many levels different ages and different Latin styles; namely salsa and bachata. Also a great way to be a part of a group with classes or teams. We especially loved doing our first dance lessons for our wedding here! Our friends and family loved seeing our wedding's first dance after private lessons. Thank you Annaliza and Hector!

A year into my dance journey, I can say with confidence that I have learned a ton and taking these…read moreclasses at Artista Dance has feed into my new passion for dance. The class cadence and schedule has since changed to once a week series at the new location of Artista Dance School in Santa Clara but you'll learn at an incredible rate just the same. Everything I've mentioned in my first review still holds true on Annaliza's encouraging teaching style, friendly challenges in learning movement, and interesting choreography combos. Highly recommend taking any of the classes at Artista. Annaliza is an amazing teacher and will help you to look beautiful and have fun on the dance floor every step on the way.

I am a regular at this studio for years now. I am not sure how I missed leaving a review for you…read moreYelpers! I can promise you there is something for everyone - from non dancers to professional dancers. I personally have grown so much here and I love all my instructors. They offer dance classes in many styles. I've tried a bunch of their classes like hip-hop, bolly-hop, Jazz, salsa and contemporary. Oh! they offer fitness classes as well, you won't regret it. Check out their Instagram for videos! :) @danceid, @difitwithshaira

*Rediscovering Myself Through Dance: A Journey for New Moms*…read more As a child, I found joy in Bharatnatyam and Hindustani classical vocals, with performance feeling like second nature. But as a new mother, I realized how much I missed that creative outlet--something just for me. Stepping into Dance Identity in Sunnyvale reignited that passion. It's not just about learning new dance styles; it's about reconnecting with myself, embracing movement as an expression of joy, and finding a supportive community along the way. Some of my fellow dancers have become dear friends, making this journey even more rewarding. To all the new moms (and anyone else seeking to be part of a community while learning to dance) out there looking for an energizing escape, a space to move, express, and connect--come dance with us. You deserve this!

Our daughter has attended Bayer Ballet for twelve years. Saying we are grateful to the school would…read moremiss the true meaning of what it has meant to us. It's been our daughter's second family. And it is a great family, helping us raise an amazing child. What she has learned--not just about ballet, but, more importantly, about life - she will carry with her throughout her life. I am certain this has made her a better person, and will continue to positively influence all her endeavors. Please continue to raise amazing children, setting them on a path to success and happier and more fulfilling lives.

My daughter has been at Bayer Ballet for seven years, and we are so thankful for the amazing…read moreteachers and staff there. Ms. Inna has been a wonderful teacher who truly loves the kids and cares deeply about their growth. She sees each child's potential and knows how to bring out the best in them, while always being patient and supportive. She also helps build their confidence, which has meant so much to us. When my daughter first started, she couldn't even do an arabesque. Over the years, with Ms. Inna's guidance, she has grown tremendously and is now performing solos, dancing leading roles, and doing very well in competitions. We are also very grateful to the other teachers and to Christina and the staff for their constant support and care. Thank you all for everything you do for the students and families at Bayer Ballet.

I've been in Vicky's adult ballet class for almost 2 months. Vicky is very knowledgeable, patient…read moreand welcoming. I'd definitely recommend Vicky to anymore who wants to learn ballet.

My daughter has taken ballet with Vicky for several years now, and she has just started on pointe…read more Vicky has been a wonderful teacher for her -- supportive and disciplined. We do both regular classes during the school year, and intensive camps during the summer. The performances are lovely! I highly recommend.

I love going to DAU it will be my 5th year here next year, I wish my kids will end up going here…read moreeven my mom has taken classes here. I have made many friends here and i will continue to enjoy my years here at DAU and I will be so sad once i graduate.

Words can't explain how much this studio means to me. I found it when my daughter decided she…read morewanted to compete. We did a trial class and never looked back. I have never more happy about a decision I've made. Not only has she drastically improved in just two years, getting a title, scholarships and awards to boot. But, more importantly we've found a new incredible family. These kids and parents all truly care about each other and it's so beautiful. No drama just unbelievable support and great vibes. The teachers are the most amazing humans who truly care about your kid and have a great balance of cheering them on and guiding them to their best potential. I adore every single one of them. They have given my daughter (and I) so much love and support that I'm forever grateful for. I also take their adult classes which has been the most amazing experience for me as well. Yes, it's great fitness and fun. But it has also honestly been such a light in my life on my darkest days and been so great for my mental health. You get the same incredible teachers and amazing supportive community. Who knew one trial class could change our lives so much for the better? Forever grateful for our new family!

My daughter attended their summer camps before her junior and senior years in high school, then…read moreattended their Contemporary and Ballet classes her senior year in high school. Her technique and overall skills improved leaps and bounds (literally)! Miss Leyla was also an invaluable resource in regards to counseling my daughter (along with my wife and myself) on college dance major programs, advising her on college dance major auditions and really helping her succeed!

Great little dance school tucked away in this mini mall. My daughter really looks forward to going…read moreto class. The class size is small and she likes all the dancing. The waiting area has a homework station and comfortable couch. it is almost like someone's living room. Very comfy with WiFi.

Offers a wide variety of classes plus serves as rehearsal space for multiple dance group. I have…read morebeen rehearsing here since 2017. Performances take place next door at Zohar or at Cubberley Theater. Sprung floor was covered with fresh marley a couple years ago. Both the studio and attached yoga studio are available for rent. Has heater, fans, and opening windows.

Groovitude (Lisa Navarro and Mandy Bell) run their hiphop, tap and lyrical jazz classes out of…read moreDancevisions, and they're currently having an AMAZING promotion--try one month of unlimited classes for only $60!!! I jumped at this chance, and am not regretting it. The classes are definitely a bit challenging for someone without any dance background, but the atmosphere is very welcoming: When I was struggling with the choreo, my fellow classmates were very quick to help out and answer questions. The choreos tend to carry over multiple classes, so going consistently is definitely ideal if you're a slower learner. Classes start with a nice warmup, guaranteed to get your blood pumping! There's some emphasis on technique but nothing too crazy or intimidating. I'd strongly recommend these classes as a way to get in shape, whether you're easing back into dance or just beginning. From what I've seen in the daytime classes, the students do tend to be somewhat older (no teens or young adults for the most part, as it's during school/work hours), but there's zero judgment or pressure--I saw a wide range of dance ability in every class and everyone seems to enjoy themselves.

Exceptional quality professional ballet training, If you want your child to experience real ballet…read more Highly recommended. My family has been with OBA for about three years. One of my boys trained there throughout that time (incl competitive track), while my other son attended pre-ballet summer sessions for a couple of months. Over those three years, we experienced regular academic-year training, summer drop-ins and intensives, competition team, private lessons and custom choreography, 2x year theater stage productions, and local community performances. Our experience was mostly with children under 12, so I can't speak to the experience for advanced students or adults. A few things I personally valued most: 1) TOP QUALITY CLASSICAL BALLET TRAINING. OBA teachers trained and taught at leading ballet schools in Russia and other countries of the former Soviet Union, with their exceptionally strong tradition of classical ballet education. What is remarkable to me is having access here in Bay Area to that caliber and tradition of training without first having to make it through the highly selective admissions process typical of that system. For a child who has the interest and ability to take ballet seriously, there is a genuine path toward advanced and potentially professional classical ballet training. There are some character and contemporary classes as a part of curriculum, and some Jazz in repertoire - but mostly classical dance! 2) BOYS PROGRAM. As a mom of two boys who displayed strong interest in dance while in elementary school, this was particularly important to me: it feels as most dance schools do not have a lot of experience teaching boys. In contrast, OBA founder has advanced teaching degree (PhD) specifically in boys technique, and I appreciated the understanding that boys can bring different energy and learning styles into the studio. Expectations remained high, but the methods didn't assume every child is the same. 3) CULTURE AND ATMOSPHERE YOU WANT YOUR KIDS TO LEARN FROM. OBA channels certain formality and graciousness to the classical/academic arts culture: respectful communication, good manners, self-discipline, consideration for others, and an expectation that students learn how to conduct themselves appropriately and respectfully with teachers, peers, and other adults. Impressively, I never saw OBA adults raising their voice or projecting their stress onto the kids -- neither have I seen kids getting rowdy. As a parent, you can experience this magical respectful, focused and positive atmosphere while observing an "open house" class or an end of year "exam", and when volunteering backstage. Over time, I saw my kids' exposure to this environment translate into more "mature" respectful behavior, greater self-discipline and responsibility, and an understanding of how to interact appropriately and professionally in classroom and backstage. 4) PERFORMANCES WHOLE FAMILY ENJOYS. Students get meaningful stage experience through OBA productions and community performances. The OBA shows like Thumbelina have been running as full productions with beautiful costumes, sets, music, and lighting. We got tons of professional photos and videos from these to toute around family. Most classes will rehearse a piece or two throughout the year and perform in shows 2x year, and some students audition for more challenging featured roles -- beware that rehearsals then may claim many Saturdays throughout the year! Those who are ready may be invited to the competition team, with opportunities to compete at events such as YAGP and CDC -- this is also quite a commitment and training starts in the summer prior to season start. Our experience on competition team has been top notch, structured and inspiring 5) ADMINISTRATION. To me, they deserve a Momager Choice Award! Communication about schedules, rehearsals, billing have been "best in class" - responsive, well organized, warm and genuinely invested in supporting child's success. Schedules / major dates are available far in advance -- like, in May all schedules for the next year were already published, so important for me with afterschool activity & family trips planning. Note that OBA operates out of two Mountain View locations, and sometimes we had classes at different locations on different days of the week. During competition prep weeks, we occasionally even had to "shuttle" between the two locations on the same day -- pay attention to those rehearsal locations in the emails! In summary, what our family valued most about our experience at OBA was access to serious classical ballet education in the Vaganova tradition, with a path toward professional training if a child has the desire and ability to pursue it, while being part of a supportive community centered around a love of art, discipline, and growth.

took my 4yo in today for a pre-ballet trial class and I was impressed! The space is beautiful. The…read morestaff was friendly. I love how they have so much structure in terms of dress code and hair requirements for class. Parents are not able to watch the class which I am completely fine with as I find this is often a distraction, especially for littles. Highly recommend if you are looking for quality ballet training.

I took Tom's "DSLR/M Jumpstart" class this June. Glowing review follows…read more.. But first, a bit about me: I've been a latent photography maven since my early teens, starting with a Polaroid and quickly graduating to my dad's old Bell & Howell 35mm. As things often do, it found itself on a shelf until the advent of the iPhone and ever-present cameras. Discovering that I enjoy taking nice shots, but always knowing I could do better, I finally splurged on a "prosumer" Canon mirrorless. Not wanting to let it be relegated to the same fate as the B&H, I immediately went looking for some classes, and found Tom literally one neighborhood away. I immediately liked his no-nonsense commentary about how good photography connects us to our memories and what we experienced at the time, but also his keen level of humility; I think that's essential to being a good teacher, as hubris stands in the way of connection with students. When I arrived, Tom had a cozy kitchen table set up for three students, with brief handouts at the ready, and a table full of curios just begging for practice. Alas, one student was a no-show, but we had lively chat until Tom decided to get underway. There wasn't a single boring moment in the day; Tom immediately got both of us familiar with the controls on our fancy cameras, then started reviewing the basics of photography. It wasn't a theory class, per se, but he spent as much time as it took going over both how our cameras take photos, and how we perceive them. The room was set up for a simple PowerPoint-style presentation, but it was always in the background as we moved back and forth between our devices and discussion. Just setting expectations: about 75-80% of the class is "ground school" -- we worked with our cameras and settings indoors, practicing a bit on nearby objects, and then venturing outside for some practice. Tom made it fun, setting us up for a bit of a scavenger hunt in his back patio that's clearly designed to get us looking at the objects a little more deeply, and playing with focus and depth of field to achieve artistic effect. By the end of the day, I didn't feel like a "pro," by any stretch of imagination. But I did feel like I had the potential to get there. I haven't switched my camera back to "Auto" mode since the class. I've taken some lousy photos, and then realized what I'd done wrong. And I've taken some amazing shots. My only gripe about the class? It's too short. I left wondering, "ok, what next?" Tom offers a number of other opportunities like photo walks, and I'll be taking him up on them in the near future, but I definitely felt like there could have been a second day. That said, I think that's a good thing: the class achieves a "jump start" for new photographers, and leaves you wanting more.

Tom Upton: Before taking this camera class, I was completely stuck, frustrated, and a little…read moreintimidated. I didn't know where to begin! I really enjoyed the class! It was helpful and interesting, and Tom put me at ease learning about all those buttons, and settings. He explained everything clearly and patiently and made the whole experience fun. I came away feeling much more confident using my camera and excited to put what I learned into practice. I highly recommend PhotoTrainer and Tom!!