Kickit Island Lakes: I was reluctant to enrol my daughter in dance due to the unacceptable…read moreexperiences of the prior year at Marquis at Sage Creek. However my child wanted to continue dance and so I did more research and I found Kickit. Everything that I found unacceptable at Marquis was exemplary at Kickit right from the start. First, the communication was timely and detailed. From my initial inquiries, to class information, to costumes, to year-end recital. The right amount of information delivered in a timely manner. No delays or repeated phone calls and emails required in order to get answers or find out information as per the other school. Second, ordering costumes was seamless. The school took accountability in measuring the students and once costumes were received they took accountability for the fit. The price point was reasonable for the 2/3 minute recital performance and were absolutely adorable. Third, the teacher treated all the children with respect. I didn't notice any favoritism and more importantly neither did my child. Fourth, though I had my reservations of volunteering at the year-end recital due to the harassment experienced at Marquis, the parents of my child's class asked if I would, so I did. Kickit is such a reputable school - incredibly professional - and the running of their year-end recital would exemplify this. All the volunteer information was communicated a week before the recital so expectations were known in advance and there was time for any questions to be addressed. The parents volunteering and staff members were incredibly respectful and courteous. I cannot speak well-enough of Kickit. I would highly recommend Kickit Island Lakes! Their is no question that this school respects their dancers, their parents and is incredibly professional! Congratulations Kickit for running such an amazing dance studio! I am thrilled that we found you and look forward to continuing dance with such an incredibly talented and professional team!

Wonderful dance experience for my 4 year old. Lovely seating area to view the kids in practice, my…read moredaughter loved to have me watch her. Just attended her year end dance recital which was amazing. The 4 years were cute, however I was truly amazed at the top quality dancers, choreography, and performance all around. I had no idea it was such a top notch dance studio, the recital was amazing!

Though I did like the location and the parking availability I experienced several issues (one…read moresignificant and noted as my last point): 1) For the first class no notification was provided and no postings made available to advise of which dance studio my child's class would be in - just resorted to wondering around until I found the right one. First impression - poor communication. 2) initially my child wasn't very good but she practiced really hard and became one of the top dancers in the class. My child asked her teacher if she could try out for the lead position as she's worked really hard and there were 2.5 months until recital but the teacher said no. Surprising as it was for 4 year olds. No reason was provided as to why she couldn't at least try. Though I liked the teacher she had her favourites. My daughter was crushed but I encouraged her to continue and I was so proud that she persevered the last few months of the year. 3) All the costumes for the class were ordered too small. Rather than return the costumes to the manufacturer the parents were advised to take it to a tailor as it would only cost $40 to repair (on top of the $65 already spent). The school wouldn't take accountability for their orders or demand quality from their supplier. 4) Last and most disturbing - during the recital I volunteered behind the scenes and experienced severe bullying / harassment. I filed a complaint with the school and another parent of whom had witnessed the harrassment filed a complaint with the school. The school did respond to me and advised they would call me but in fact I had to initiate the call to the school to follow up on my complaint. When I did they told me they would promote the women involved to ambassadors at the next recital. I had to advise the representative that these individuals don't best represent the school. Overall they had an inappropriate response. On top of that I was to receive a $50 credit for volunteering at the recital and I received an email noting only a $25 credit. I enquired and they said it was due to enrollment fees for the next year. Surprising as I didn't enroll my daughter with their school.

Positive and constructive place to dance. Teachers are well trained and has credentials on the…read moregenre of dance they teach. Focus on proper dance technique and terminologies, which are very important for foundation and injury prevention. Approachable and supportive teachers on board. A place where a child is welcomed to dance at whatever level or skill he/she is at, and not pressured by teachers.