I recently purchased Jazz shoes for my six year old son for Theater Camp. The SMAPA Dance Store was…read morethe closet store next to driving to the City to purchase dance shoes on a Sunday at that. Briana was so kind and wonderful on the phone. I called on a Sunday and she pulled the potential sizes ahead of time. Originally, I was not going to bring my son. Briana encouraged me to bring him in order to have him try them on in person. I am so glad I listened! My ETA was 12:01pm and the store was due to close at noon. Briana said no worries, she would stay in order for me to try the shoes on. WOW! By the time we found parking it was 12:05pm we scored a great spot a block away) and we called Briana to advise we were walking up now. She was so sweet; so personable and assured us that she would stay open for us to arrive. Turns out my son was a larger and wider size and Briana had just the size and width that we needed! She was absolutely lovely! We plan to enroll in a class because she is amazing and the school is wonderful too! Thank you Briana for your exceptional customer service!

Daughters are always eager to go to class. Teachers are very…read moretalented and take to emphasize on technique! A wonderful dance School, come to learn!

We love DanceWorks! I can't say enough great things about Kathy and her team…read more When we moved to the area last year, I started looking online for places for my 5 year old to take ballet. There were a few places with great reviews but most of the moms that I knew sent their kids to DanceWorks for ballet / tap / etc. I was surprised by the lack of reviews but decided to try it out and WE LOVE IT! My daughter is always energized and happy leaving class and we are looking forward to their annual show in June where all classes get to showcase what they've learned. In addition, we just had my daughter's 6th birthday party here and I received multiple follow ups from parents telling me that their kids had so much fun at the dance party. I decided to add a review to help any parents out there who may not be aware of DanceWorks and may not hear about it through word of mouth. It's a wonderful place! Tip: Parking and the entrance is actually in the back.

Extremely Unprofessional and Accusatory Behavior by the Owner at Danceworks Studios in Montclair,…read moreNJ. I was invited as an actor by the director to shoot a film at Danceworks Studios. I had no prior relationship with the studio or its owner, Kathy. What should have been a straightforward professional experience turned into one of the most disrespectful and upsetting incidents I've encountered. During the shoot, I needed a phone charger. A crew member told me there was one behind the front desk, so I went to look. I checked the desk surface (which had a disorganized tangle of cords), opened the drawers when I didn't see anything, and eventually found a charger plugged in on the floor across from the desk. I took it and left. My face was fully visible the entire time, and I took nothing that wasn't offered. Kathy saw this on the security camera and immediately accused me of trying to rob the studio. She claimed my normal, stylish outfit looked "sketchy" and that my search for the charger appeared suspicious. She even referenced me walking in and out earlier, which happened because I have ADD and had briefly forgotten the car keys to her own sister-in-law's vehicle (the same car that had been left for me to use and was parked right outside). We had been filming openly in that lobby for hours prior, right in front of the cameras, alongside her sister-in-law and niece. There was zero context for any accusation. The situation was made worse by the irony: I was later told Kathy is "very OCD" and that's why she reacted so strongly to me opening the drawers. Yet other people on set were casually going through the same drawers for items like reading glasses with no issue, and the desk itself was one of the most disorganized messes I've seen. I was deeply offended by how I was spoken to and accused, especially as a guest invited to the space. Kathy had every opportunity to recognize me through family connections (I've appeared in years of photos with her niece on her sister-in-law's social media), yet she chose to treat me like a criminal instead. A few days later, I even called the studio, left my phone number, and asked if Kathy would offer an apology for the way I was treated. I received no response and no callback whatsoever. That complete lack of accountability speaks volumes. No one should have to deal with baseless accusations and rude treatment like this, particularly when they're there professionally and openly. I will not be returning to Danceworks Studios and strongly recommend others avoid it as well. One bad experience with the owner is more than enough.

My husband and I were looking for a dance studio that really fit our style, our relationship, and…read morethe kind of first dance we wanted, and we're so glad we found this place. Our instructor, Gian, truly brought our dance to life. He was so supportive, and honestly the whole team created such a warm and welcoming environment where we felt comfortable making mistakes and learning together. They made us feel really confident and ready for our big day, which says a lot because we are definitely not natural dancers lol. We love this place and are definitely coming back for regular classes :)

Allie is an amazing and patient teacher! My wife and I practiced for our first dance here and…read moreduring all of our wedding planning this was our break and much needed way to connect with each other and destress. We look forward to taking more classes here! Everyone is very welcoming including Frank and Monica. Thank you guys!

"What makes this school special isn't just the dance--it's the people. The instructors foster a…read morenurturing environment that encourages growth and expression, while classmates cheer each other on like a big, happy family. Every lesson is both challenging and rewarding, leaving my daughters with a sense of pride and excitement.

I love being a part of the BTB Family. My daughters are a part of a safe and welcoming environment…read more We are BTB strong for 6 years!

I first connected with Maria many years ago when she was teaching Zumba at my church. I…read morereconnected during lockdown and have been dancing with her three times a week ever since. Her routines are easy to follow, the music is very uplifting, she's always smiling and you get a great work-out. What more could you want? Nancy T

My partner has been going here for some time now and boy does she love it here! Thinking about…read moreenrolling my niece as well. Definitely recommended.

This review is overdue; but better late then never. My son had booked this place so him and his…read morebride could be more eloquent in dancing at their wedding. I wanted to do a "special" dance with my son. The dance would start off as a regular slow mother-son wedding dance and then we would have surprised the guests with kicking the dance into something more lighthearted - a choreographed dance filled with a compilation of old "skool" songs and a variety of 80's dances such as the Snake and the Wop. Jose was awesome. He fabulously choreographed the dance for my son and I, then ever-so-patiently taught it to us during our one-on-two lessons. In the end, I could sense my son was a bit overwhelmed with trying to learn the dances while simultaneously planning his wedding with his bride-to-be so I scrapped the dance, telling my son we would do a regular mother-son dance together. It ended up being amazing since he incorporated the 2-step, and spins Jose had previously taught him for his wedding dance into our Mother-son dance. I've already inquired about the other classes that are taught here. They teach all different kinds on different days. I definitely recommend and I'll definitely be back to learn more.

Amazing instructors, amazing vibe, amazing dancing…read more Me and my husband have loved going to just one dance studio for the last year. It's been engaging given us time to bond, and Jose the owner personally prepared us for our wedding dance that wowed our guests and was such a nice touch to our wedding. We are so grateful for this experience and highly recommend this place!

I have been taking salsa classes as MDN since August. This studio is amazing - large, clean, and…read moretons of parking (except around Halloween, due to location) Marcus and Diana are my salsera goals in life! Such passion and rhythm - I still got to learn to let the music move me! When you begin you start in a beginner cycle and move on from there after an evaluation. This has become such an amazing stress reliever for me because I only focus on the count! I look forward to going to class each week and then practicing. Everyone here is so nice and willing to help - even if you have two left feet you can learn to salsa on 2!

Great place to come and learn some new dance moves. The instructors are amazing and helpful. They…read moremaking learning fun and best of all then ensure your comfortable and don't feel embarrassed. Never thought I would be one to be comfortable with take a dance class but here I am.

It's easy to stay motivated because AKT classes are challenging and really fun. Classes include…read moreIntro to AKT, Dance, Bands, Tone, and Circuit. The workouts incorporate dancing, strength training, flexibility and HIIT. The community at AKT Verona has great energy! Ownership/management and the class instructors are fantastic women and I'm happy to know them. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me on Instagram @simplyantoniajade

AKT is my favorite workout! Over the years I've done yoga, pilates, personal training, strength and…read moreconditioning but AKT keeps me coming back for more. AKT has a variety of classes (bands, dance, tone and circuit) that change routine so it keeps it interesting each time.This studio is fabulous and everyone from the front desk to the trainers are super nice and helpful. Highly recommend it!

I can't say enough good things about BPA.  It's a very warm, welcoming, friendly studio. Elisa,…read moreMark and all the teachers are very supportive and attentive to all students, regardless of their level. My daughter took dance and acting lessons there for years. When my daughter wanted to start tap lessons, she was a little older than most kids and she didn't want to be in a beginner class with all 6 year olds.  BPA had a beginner adult/teen class that was perfect.  She learned so much with Mark in one year she skipped a level the next year. My daughter loved it here so much she would get up early on Saturdays to help out as an assistant in a dance class for the little kids before her own ballet class. Elisa and Mark are professionals from Broadway, TV and film so they are very talented and are excellent teachers but also have a warm and fun environment.   My daughter is in college now training to be an actor and I know Elisa and Mark's teaching and encouragement helped her make it to college

Broadway Performing Arts (BPA) is the hidden gem of North Jersey! With Elisa Heinsohn at the helm…read morewith Mark Bove by her side, they, along with their team of instructors, offer an experience that allows motivated dancers, actors, and singers, at any level or age, to grow into a better version of themselves. As a long time recreational tap dancer, I was originally drawn to BPA to experience another teacher's tap style, but soon after working with Mark, he discovered what I really needed to grow - other dance styles and full body movement. Thanks to Mark, I am learning how to work with my body, which has significantly enhanced the performance quality of my tap routines. It is my pleasure to recommend Broadway Performing Arts!

Coming to Fred Astaire for over 7 years. Best place to brighten your day…read more Always greeted with a smile and a hug is needed. Ester is always ready to answer your questions with a smile too.

I started losing a bunch of weight, when I started dancing here and social dancing But, that's not…read moreeven why I come here at all. The atmosphere, good vibes, and community building is unmatched. They say it's important for your mental health to have a third space other than work and home. I'm glad my third space is at Fred Astaire - Upper Montclair.