I usually dance with instructors that are local to me in Petaluma and Santa Rosa, but I've danced…read morewith Jose and Pablo from Napa too, they are amazing, if they were closer I'd take more lessons with them as well. I love the classes and teachers that Arthur Murray offers. AND, they make you feel welcome no matter where you go.

I love the mangers, teachers, and classes! If you wanna learn ballroom....COME HERE!…read more They have free classes and dance parties in the evenings which will keep you dancing all week long. They have a structured curriculum with syllabi that helps you progress your danceability at your own pace. Thanks Arthur Murray Napa! You all rock.

My daughter has been part of AofD since she was in 1st grade, and if I could give the studio 6…read morestars, I would. Over the last 5 years, DeeAnn (the owner and choreographer) has done a tremendous job of leading the instructors and helping the dancers develop a passion for dance. The instructors make the classes fun for the students and the teachers encourage the dancers to go to the next level. The studio teachers all kinds of dance: ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary/lyrical (and I think there's even ballroom for adults) and ends the year with a wonderful recital for all dancers and families (ticket prices are reasonable). My daughter joined the pre-competition team this year, where she learned more teamwork, goal setting, and sportsmanship skills all the while developing her dance technique even more. DeeAnn keeps up with current choreography, technique and trends in modern dance, yet keeps the dances age-appropriate and CLOTHING APPROPRIATE for the ages of the dancers. As parents of a young girl, we appreciate that more than you know! Camille teaches hot, Hot, HOT dance moves, Holly teaches amazingly beautiful ballet and technique, Courtney can lock and pop it with all the hip hop swag she has and Meishel is patient and sweet as she teaches the Tiny Tots the foundational moves that will keep them interested for years to come. My daughter hasn't had Elizabeth for a teacher, but I've seen her in action and she has GOT IT! We LOVE AofD and would highly recommend it to any parent searching for a quality dance studio that has your dancer's best interest at heart. They will help your dancer develop a love of dance and your dancer will have fun along the way. I'm sure some dancers will go on to highly competitive collegiate teams, others will simply dance because they love it and both of those goals are met at Academy of Danse. Our family is moving out of the area, but we will always be grateful for the positive influence the teachers, dancers and DeeAnn have had on our daughter. I highly recommend AofD and its teachers.

When I lived in Napa, I took a belly dance class here & got hooked. Leslie Lew of Bleeding Heart…read moreBelly Dance is an awesome instructor. If I were reviewing her, she gets 5 stars. She specializes in ATS (American Tribal Style). I was pretty self-conscious dancing at first, but all the girls in the class ranged from beginner, to a little more advanced. We learn 1-2 new moves per class, drill them, then do an improvisational group dance, led by Leslie. And if you're having trouble with a move, she works with you. Class size ranges, sometimes there's only 3 of us, sometimes 10. So, now to the review about the facility. The room we had designated to us was a bit small. No air circulation, a few windows, but if you know Napa heat, it does not help. And if you're dressed in the proper attire (a 10 yard skirt) you just want to die. I wore socks to dance and they turned black every time, so I don't know if the floors are cleaned. Location is easy to find, just behind Wal-Mart. I don't know about the other classes offered here, I just wanted to rave about Leslie Lew's Belly Dance lessons :)

Bridal party wanted try something different …read more Place is cute looks little outside but once you walk in it's bigger. Parking was easy. Class was a blast , laughing enjoying our time , learning new moves. Highly recommended this place. You"ll have a blast, you will not be disappointed.

My family and I did a private class with Katie and had so much fun! We were all beginners and she…read moremade everyone feel comfortable and ready to try all of the poses. Would recommend the class to anyone and would love to come back. Thanks so much Napa aerial!

This dance studio is amazing and you can see all of the work that Jacqi has put into it. The…read moreinstructors are so good and patient with the dancers and my little one looks forward to going every week. Jacqi gives every child the opportunity to dance and we love supporting the studio because of it!

I can't say enough nice things about Sandy's dance center. I started attending adult tap classes…read morejust over two years ago when they were located in downtown Napa. Sandy is a lovely dancer and very knowledgeable in a variety of styles. She teaches because it is what she loves. Why do something else, or retire, when you can dance? The studio is now located in Yountville at the Lincoln theater. It is a wonderful location, very peaceful, plus, it feels exciting to be rehearsing inside a theater that has hosted so many phenomenal performances over the year. (My favorite actor has walked on the same floor that I tap dance on ever week. How fun is that?) There are a variety of dance styles taught and a variety of age groups. For adults she currently has beginning tap and intermediate tap. Children's classes include ballet, tap, contemporary jazz, creative movement (3-4 year olds), ballet, tap, jazz, ballet/tap/jazz (combo class), pointe, and ballet/tap/jazz (7-8 year olds). Most of the children's classes have multiple skill level classes. She puts on a recital each year, with each class performing one or more numbers and always highlighting her 10 year students as well as honoring the graduating seniors. Sandy is clear in her instruction and is often willing to help out if you need extra help. Her prices can't be beat, nor can her sincerity for the love of dance be outdone. I highly recommend this studio!

Sandy the dance teacher is wonderful. She is good at what she does and is very friendly. The other…read morelady that works at the front desk is not very friendly. She always seemed like she was trying to hard to be nice. Also there were a few moms that were very rude to me. Don't know what her problem was but really how old are you and why would you be rude to so done you don't know. Really lame and grow up

I've been coming regularly for five months and I definitely feel stronger and notice the…read moredifference! For the first class just pay attention to your form and do what you can. It's a REAL challenge but I promise it gets easier and after two months you will be addicted. The studio is welcoming and plans fun events and there is a range of ages and abilities. First class is free - come try it!

Had a good free lesson today with coach Meaghan. She really kept the energy going and was helping…read moreme with my posture. Everyone in the class seemed quiet and focused. I expected stares but everyone was feeling focused on getting through the workout. It was very hard. I didn't feel like this was beginner or tail bone injury friendly. So tips from a newbie like me 1. Stretch before you get there. 2. Drink water. 3. Just do the best you can. I modified a lot of my moves but got through it. I would come again. Maybe practice a little at home now that I know what's going on.

I attend the adult and teen classes for the past two years. All the instructors are very good and…read moretechnical. They have adult /teen classes everyday after work ( from beginning to intermediate levels). Dancing is a great way to exercise for me. I would urge all the adults who have had ballet in the past or not and want to learn/ re-learn to join the classes with us. It's so much fun!!!

I do love this school, but I'm am a little disappointed when it comes to the schools planning. My…read morestep-daughter has been attending this school since October of last year. The teachers are great, Especially Miss Kelsey. She does wonders with her Pre-Ballet and Ballet 1 classes! Such patience she has, its amazing! When I used to dance at another school when i was younger, they had given me a complete schedule when we signed up, when the recital would be, when the dress rehearsal were. My parents knew exactly what to expect for the dance year, knew when to plan vacations according to our schedule. Napa Valley Ballet doesn't not offer that. so be prepared for you child to possibly miss something if you plan ahead like I do. When it came to the recital, which they knew would be at the end of the "school year" in June. We didn't learn about the date of the recital until Mid April because they had not secured a location for the recital... Wouldn't this be something that they should have been planning since the beginning of the school year? The poor planning of the recital will also most likely lead to my step-daughter missing her dress rehearsal, The ONLY rehearsal, which is a whole week before the actual recital. My step-daughter is 5, and in two different dances, I DO NOT expect her to even remember what she is required to do a whole week ahead of time, if she can even make it.. The ladies who work the front desk never have any idea of whats going on. They can never give me an answer to any question I have. For instance, when they finally announced the date and times for the recital, the lady at the desk had NO idea if the tickets were on sale, or when they would be.. (the recital was less than two months away when i asked.) The poor planning of this schools events, and lack of communication at this establishment has lead me to look at other ballet schools for my step-daughter, which I don't really want to do considering my step-daughter loves her teacher and has become friends with the girls in her class. If the owner can step up, and take more initiative in her business, my step-daughter might possibly attend in the fall again.

When we moved to Napa 11 years ago from Marin, we did our due diligence on the best ballet training…read morein Napa Valley. NRDC hands down provides the best ballet education in the Valley. In addition, it is the only ballet company in the Valley that is successful enough as a company to present the full-length Nutcracker Ballet, every year for the past 18 years. This is an impressive production and a beloved gift to the community at large. The positive impact that NRDC has had on our girls, as well as the extended company of dancers, is evident to all who meet them. They are some of the most focused, hardworking, loyal, supportive kids you will ever meet. Whether they choose to go on and dance professionally or not, the life skills learned at NRDC are hard to replicate. What might work for a young child does not always translate into their tween and teen years. Ballet is hard, and it takes commitment, you have to sacrifice a lot for your passion, just ask Misty Copeland. If it isn't right for your child or your family, that's okay - but let there be no mistake, NRDC continues to be the best ballet education in the Valley with countless students who continue to excel both in life and dance after NRDC.

My opinion. I am sure the dance school will try to punish but I feel like leaving this comment. Any…read moreschool expressing "xx (student) is weak" is not education. The dance school used to be good for younger kids to learn ballet. It has mainly a single instructor and another temp instructor. The main instructor runs the place (non-profit). It looks like she has preferred students who always flatter no matter what and she has unpreferred students whom she does not care much about. When she feels good, she overly flatters preferred students. When she does not feel good, she blames other students - her communication gets unreasonably hurtful to kids in front and behind. It goes on and on. I feel it is not the student's fault. Those come from the body structure, forcing unreasonable ways on the body. A visiting instructor disagree with her teaching and pointed out it is not a safe way to dance. The timing of having point is another example - it is rushed to have it but physicians did not recommend it. Parents are having a hard time pushing back and forth between "Do it now" from the instructor and "Too early" from the physicians. Any discussions come back with humiliation, "you should withdraw from the school" or "will not choose you in the next Nutcracker (or recital)." The instructor does try to balance saying "I care about you" while she continues blaming the student. The attitude is very depressing. The students are small kids and teenagers. In my opinion, the school must realize it is unhealthy and inappropriate for younger kids.