I 100% recommend Uptown School of Dance!! If your looking to…read moreput your child into dance this is definitely the place to be. My daughter & two nieces dance here. This will be our 2nd dance season with Uptown. My daughter is in cheer & hip hop. The teachers and staff always make the kids feel super comfortable. I love how when my daughter could be having a hard day, they are able to encourage & uplift her to participate and join in on the fun. Super grateful for all the amazing staff. Miss Alanna is so sweet! You definitely feel like part of the dance family here :) can't wait for more season/events with Uptown.

We trust this studio with three of our girls. It's family friendly environment that has SO many…read moredifferent opportunities for dancers to grow and challenge themselves.

This family run studio is large enough to provide a variety of classes and still maintain an…read moreintimate, friendly & welcoming environment. My dancer is going into her 3rd year with them and I continue to be impressed with the talent of the teachers. I don't have a dance background, but from what I can see the curriculum is thoughtfully planned so that the students have a solid foundation in movement which is built on as they get into more complicated choreography. I'm really happy with my daughter's progress as a little ballerina. The prices here are the most reasonable in the area, especially considering the high caliber of teachers on staff (I looked into the other studios in town before deciding on Dance Image). Also, the owner is great! She is super nice and always keeps in mind what is best for the kids while respecting families and students. It's a wonderful studio with integrity and caring for all of their students.  Their attention to detail in classes and recital (highly recommend!) is impressive. Some words of advice: show up on time, wear the appropriate 'uniform' (each level has its own dancewear requirements) and make sure the bun is clean and tight. The teachers hold you to a high standard that shows just how much they value you.

I brought my daughter in for dance class for a few months. I definitely will not be returning for…read morethe next season. Signing up and fees are very complicated. Feels like there's a money grab whenever possible. Strict dressing rules for the younger kids was off putting but tolerable. The worst part is the teacher we had. I can't speak to how other teachers were but Jessica was not a good one. She consistently didn't help correct students on proper movement and provided little instruction. It was like she was robotically gliding through the classes and the children would get confused or bored. I doubt any kid learned a thing about dancing in that class. Only good thing I liked was that my daughter found it ok to be on her own without me in a class setting which will help her feel more independent when it comes to school time. Another scary thing are the stairs to go into the studio. The hand rails have huge gaps that people, especially kids, can easily fall through.

this gym is so good I Been going here for so long and learn so much. it's so good, you guys should…read morejoin up.

Our family attended Lighthouse Gymnastics, Whittier since 2024 and had accrued credits. After I…read morequestioned a coach's suggestion that my child be tested for autism, our membership was terminated approximately 90 minutes later. The gym said I was rude, which I disagree with. They also raised an alleged issue involving my daughters fighting in class, despite never previously discussing it with me. Our membership was terminated, and our accrued credits were taken away. Based on how the situation was handled, we would not recommend Lighthouse Gymnastics, Whittier.

Best place ever! Classes are expertly designed for young folks, but the dancing and teachers are…read moreextraordinary

I don't usually leave negative reviews about businesses. I don't like to spread that negativity…read more However, I feel the need to keep other parents informed. We signed up our daughter for Monday night beginners folklorico through the city. Classes were great. Good instructor. Repetitive and age appropriate. The business is FULL OF HIDDEN FEES. The registration is 40 dollars. Okay, great! Right? We show up and they say it'll be another 160 for shoes, skirt, undershorts and hair net. Red flag, but fine. We paid it. Then for the performance they say we need a DIFFERENT SKIRT- which apparently they also charged for. I would not know because it was not communicated to me that the girls need to match. I asked what type of dress would be needed and where to purchase. They said olvera street for about 200. Okay, my daughter is invested so fine. No biggie. We show up to performance and EVERYONE ELSE HAD MATCHING SKIRTS. It was NEVER communicated to me. So my daughter performed in a different outfit. They charged us for a studio danza shirt and another white shirt. There are SO MANY HIDDEN FEES AND RED FLAGS ABOUT THIS PLACE! Small space for a lot of children and families. Many parents find themselves sitting on the floor. Luisa is nice and the instructor is great, but I think the whole thing is shady. I will not be returning to this studio. If you can find another place to do Folklorico- do it. I don't mean to be so direct and mean, but I want to help other families not make the same mistakes I did.

What a little gem in Uptown Whittier!…read more Parking is a breeze even though there is a little bit of a walk, but there is plenty and it is free. Snacks and drinks are available to purchase; wine, beer, cheese/crackers, candy, chips, water. Bathrooms are plenty and clean. But let's get to the auditorium, shall we??? It's so adorable and fancy! The architecture in this place is beautiful, although kinda funky too with it's bright colors. The first time I walked in, I literally was amazed. It feels like a "big league" playhouse, yet it is small and quaint at the same time. Seats are very comfortable with legroom and not a lot of "pardon me, 'scuse me" issues since it is laid out with short rows. I've literally sat in the vey back row of the main level and was able to see and hear perfectly! Kudos for the acoustics. The temperature in the auditorium is also comfortable; not too hot, not too cold. A wide variety of performers at the Shannon Center! Plays, musicals, entertainers, all music genres! Check out the Hawaiian series too. Need something artsy and entertaining to do? Check out their website and see all the upcoming acts.... you may just have your next date planned! Wonderful job Whittier College! Shannon Center is only list of places to "go to" when looking for something to do. CHEERS!

Came here on a rainy Sunday afternoon to catch the Whittier College Department of Theatre's…read moreproduction of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) and was more than pleasantly pleased by both the venue and the comedic performances. While, yes, I am a biased and proud aunt of the female lead, I was still able to cast my biases aside and review the venue as a whole. That said, my niece rules, my niece rules,my niece rules. First off, the parking was super convenient, free, and located on the same lot and block as the theatre. The ticket prices were fair, as they went for $15 bucks a pop. Not too shabby for 2 hours of live entertainment all while supporting the college theatre department. The theatre was on the larger end of the small side. I'm not too sure if there's a larger stage, but the one that we were in seemed to suit the play nicely. I enjoyed that aspect because I really got to appreciate the nuances of each performance, attention to detail, and engage in the communal aspect of being part of a live audience. Good stuff. Oh yeah, the restrooms were also pretty big. On the downside, I wish there would've been more variety at the snack bar during intermission. Not a big deal. Go eat after the performance at one of the many local restaurants nearby. Also, the seats were padded chairs, so be sure to shift your position after some time. Overall, loved it! It's a shame I hadn't attended any previous productions, but rest assured that I'll be returning for more. Support the kids, support the arts!

look no further, this is it for R&B. I took the R&B class here for months and it was pure fire. I…read morewould take a two hour drive all the way from Malibu to get here, the only conflict recently is that I now work closing hours . As a dude that is whiter then sour cream and can't dance to anything this helped me become a much better dancer. I wanted to try R&B since I have found it fascinating on social media the attention it gets and it's a great way to impress the ladies without saying a word. It's like a combination of slow hip hop and breakdancing. It feels daunting in the beginning but Rey walks you through all the steps and explains the technique behind each individual complex move. He takes a move that looks impossible to do and he makes it possible to do for an average guy like me. I would without a doubt call Alejandro Rey the Royce Gracie of R&B since he truly has a deep love for the music and you can clearly see that through his teaching. He doesn't only instruct but he travels and performs R&B consistently around the country so there is no better teacher you could ask for since he is always sharpening his skills. Never had a mundane class, each one is unique and you will always learn something new to add onto your dance tool belt. One thing I like about Rey is that he will change a move on the spot to fit the music. You will learn a complex R&B routine and if one detail is off or can be made better Rey will throw in some really cool move so there is no wasted space in the song. Also you will see professional R&B dancers taking the class with you. It's kind of a trip because you will see these guys on tiktok or instagram weeks prior and on a Wednesday night they're right next to you in class learning from the best. R&B also bleeds into other areas of dance and builds confidence within yourself because it's not easy to perform in front of others. When you consistently show up you get consistently better and slowly you consistently becoming more confident with yourself since you are doing stuff you never thought you would be able to do. For me that was the most important aspect since I started talking to people (ladies) that I was too shy to talk to before. Also I know that I can do a dance most guys have a hard time doing but Rey was able to guide me through the weeds of it. Lastly Rey has couple R&B which is the perfect date. Take your lady here and the car ride home will be much different.

The owner of this studio only cares about money. She doesn't care about her dancers or the fact…read morethey are children. If you want a place where your daughter will thrive and grow as a dancer this is not the place. She belittles the kids and humiliates them in front of the class. Clearly this lady has never taken a class in child development. She stuck in her ways of tearing down girls to build her own ego.

They never answer their phones. Good luck trying to find hours/days and class schedules.read more

Quest Dance Academy's instructors are some of the most versatile when it comes to teaching. They…read moreeach have their own style and are excellent at communicating that to all levels. In QSC LB, Arden has the most unique style of bachata that you won't see anywhere else and Jessica is the best as speaking the language the ladies can understand. For QA, Tony and Gracie work together to create a funky style of Salsa that makes you forget the world when you are dancing. Also, not to mention their way of making every practice feel like you are hanging out with your best friends and just happen to be dancing. I would recommend QDA to any and all that have the desire to learn more about dancing. It would be an experience you won't forget.

My daughter loves dancing here, she has been doing the toddler (3-4 year old) ballet/tap combo and…read moreloves it. Ms. Bekah is great! She teaches them how to be responsible, setting goals for the class and teaching them important basic techniques. It's a great first experience and foundation for dancing. I would highly recommend this dance studio to everyone in the area. I know a few people from dance and cheer in local high schools have mentioned that all the dancers coming from SFSDC are amazing dancers!

My daughter has been coming here since 2011. All the teachers are wonderful and has learned so much…read morefrom them. My daughter started in the baby class and now she's on the competition team. She loves it and is so happy to have made life long friends. It's become a family for us.

Nereida, Nazareth & Jessica gave a kick ass class. Full of energy, made it so fun the hour flew…read moreby. I came in full of stress and I'm leaving light as a feather. Had to modified some exercises due to a recent injury but it was totally doable and at only $3 a class there's no excuse. Located behind Greenleaf uptown Whittier. There's plenty of parking and tea houses for after. Can't wait until next class.

So much fun! Great motivation music! Lots of parking across…read morethe street! The hour went by very quickly! When you have fun time flies. I Love the energy I get during and after the session. I look forward to tomorrow

This is an intimate little community theater. They have limited parking if you're going for a…read morebigger show. It's not a fancy theater and it has seen better days. However, the show was great and the sound was perfect.

If you're claustrophobic, this is not the place for you. The seats are very close together and it…read morewas too warm in theater. That combination gave me an anxiety attack and had to walk out.