My daughter has been taking ballet lessons at the main dance school in the town centre for almost a…read moreyear, and I am very impressed so far. She adores dancing and always looks forward to her lessons. The teachers are always friendly, warm and welcoming - it feels like a little family. It does get busy in the changing rooms, but there's always plenty of space. Their prices are comparative with other dance schools in the area. The convenient location on the high street, just above Iceland, is great for parents - there's just enough time to do a bit of shopping before the end of the class. Ballet is far from the only class on offer - they also teach tap, jazz and modern to children and adults of all ages. Many of the pupils perform in local shows and festivals, although I am yet to have any experience of these as my own little ballerina is only 4. The dancewear shop stocks a well priced range of leotards, dance shoes etc and the staff will fit them for you.

Janet Marshall use a variety of locations, all detailed on their website. The website is a huge…read moreimprovement on their previous one, and much better than the majority of ballet schools' websites - very informative. The use a church hall for their Charlton Kings lessons, which is convenient for children at the local infant and junior schools. Families coming from slightly further afield (like us) have no problem parking the car. The teachers are very good at dealing with very young children, and the school is adept at dealing with this age group, not ridiculously strict and formal. Shopping opportunties in Charlton Kings are not up to the standards of the town centre, but the post office is handy, and Smith and Mann is an excellent shop if you've forgotten to bring a post-ballet snack!

I had so much fun. Paul of Sa great instructor and motivator. Paul parliere me up with another…read morebeginner named Louise and we both had lots of fun practicing both sides and helping one another spot mistakes. The studio is located centrally and at walking distance from B'ham New Street station. I paid with PayPal so I do not have to unnecessarily keep foreign cash on me. All in all a great experience!

From the owner: Studio Stellar specialises in Pole Dancing and Pole Fitness Classes in Birmingham City Centre,…read moreBooking is done online on a PAYG basis and classes are from only £6 each!

Found this local dance school a 2 minute walk from my house and thought id give it a go. Im used to…read moreone style of teaching for pole dance so wasnt sure how id get on! Kerry is lovely though and really made me feel really welcome. She was really helpful and started me on the bronze/silver/gold programme and introduced some routine work as well. I went home really having enjoyed my class and went back again the following day! Really recommended, plus only £6 a class, its a winner!

When you enter you find a well laid out, fully equipped Dance Studio. All can achieve and thrive…read more They offer Street, Freestyle, Ballroom, Latin American, Ballet, tap, Musical Theatre, and much more. The students can take exams, enter competition , take part in shows etc... There is a team of friendly staff who ensure the students learn solo and team work in a safe environment and have lots of fun. Many students have attended Gem's Dance Academy for several years and now train as dance teachers with Gem. A credit to the teaching and care they receive. Several dance daily in different classes. Those who aim high and work hard will be supported all the way as will those who dance for pleasure. Both dance and support Staff are encouraged to maintain personal development A very professional welcoming business headed by a professional, friendly dance teacher.

Would have put 0 stars for this inadequate, farce of a company. Led by the most unprofessional,…read morerude and discriminatory individual with a passive aggressive and person-unfriendly attitude. Do not send your child to this talentless agency that does not promote diversity, moreover, it turns it's nose up to the very people who's dance culture they are trying to convey! An absolute joke! They can't teach what already comes natural...stick to twinkle toeing around the room, Gem!!!

I started dancing here when I was 2 and a half. I decided that I wanted to be a dance teacher. I…read morewas supposed to be getting support with my exams to become one but I got the opposite. I was sent for exams unprepared and ended up failing one because I'd not been given all the things I needed for it. I have been a loyal student but have ended up being treated poorly. The principal decided that she didn't want to help me anymore and instead of telling me, she just decided to unfriend me on Facebook. Not professional at all.

I was 12 when I joined, I've since been here for 6&1/2 years.This school is the place I found my…read morecareer path,Miss Michelle & the other team members have always been so encouraging and always striving to work hard and to help the students work hard and most importantly have fun, I personally I owe a lot the Miss Michelle, I was having a rough time with various things happening in my life at the time, but she helped me realise that I could dance and do it for a career, with a lot of hard work and help from everyone at the dance school I gain admission in to the Northern Ballet School in Manchester. I am forever grateful and this school is definitely worth joining.