Kim's a salsa-dancing maven, and since she moved to Santa Barbara was looking for a new place to…read moreshake it. From The Independent we learned of the SB Dance Center's $7 dance lesson and practice party afterward and decided to give it a shot. The Center is spacious with a nice-sized lobby for chit-chat, and two generous ballrooms with good fans and nice art. Class was surprisingly well-attended for a rainy Saturday night and we were treated to a Charleston/Lindy Hop lesson. I've been Lindy Hopping since '98 (damn I'm old!) but I appreciated the refresher. Our fellow dancers were from a variety of backgrounds and ages, and all were kind and friendly, exactly the wholesome type you encounter at a swing dance. The instructors did a nice job incorporating the basics for all the beginners and even tossed in a couple of more advanced moves for those of us long-time lindy hoppers. We stayed after for the practice dance, and although it was initially weird getting asked to dance (and asking guys to dance again!) it was super fun and I know Chun P. wouldn't mind. Every Saturday night the Center offers a different type of dance lesson, and I'm looking forward to dropping by for a dance and seeing my new friends on my next trip!

The dance center is a great location to take a class. The facility is clean and inviting.read more

We took our daughter to pre-ballet this week and it was amazing! We had Ms. Athena and she did such…read morea great job of teaching my daughter the core ballet positions and keeping her attention with a variety of exercises. We can't wait to keep going!

I can't say enough good things about this lovely warm studio. I was on vacation visiting Ojai and…read morewanted to take an adult class while away. The instructor Athena was excellent, knowledgeable, and fun. I especially enjoyed her warm up which seemed specifically designed to warm up adult dancers and center which had fun choreography. The other dancers were also super friendly and inclusive-a really nice experience!

Best dance studio in the Santa Ynez Valley - hands down!read more

Extremely disappointed with the owners of this "dance studio". They are horrible toward the…read moreneighborhood kids who are playing and skating in the downtown Los Olivos area. This particular couple threatened the kids with calling the Police (as they took photos/video) of the minors. May I just add that the Boys are respectful and good, I know them all. What a nasty attitude from the owners of LO Dance Gallery. These Boys live in Los Olivos....DON'T TELL THEM TO GO AWAY.

Excellent dance studio in the Santa Ynez valley. Lovely…read moreowner, with sweet and talented, patient and caring teachers. A real gem in our area.

This studio has been my happy place, my safe haven, and my sanctuary ever since purchasing my…read moreunlimited 1-year membership. I come from a 13+ year dance background and had tried pole dance classes a handful of times before deciding to purchase my membership. That said, you do not need to have an athletic/dance background or be any specific age to try pole dance or aerial arts, since pole is for EVERY body and every level of athletic ability. After going through a rough end to 2019, I was looking for a new hobby to occupy my time. I wanted something that would challenge me both physically and mentally. While pole dance is difficult can be painful at first, through excellent coaching and mental perseverance, I have transformed my body, gained strength, self-love, and have met incredible humans from all walks of life. I came for the workout and stayed for the vibes. This studio offers all kinds of unique classes with new classes constantly being added to the schedule. Pole choreography, tricks, spins, conditioning/fitness, technique, burlesque, belly dance, aerial silks, lyra hoop, flexibility, flow props, and so much more. There are classes offered at all times of the day to accommodate any schedule (including evenings and weekends for my fellow m-f 9-5 working folks). There are also so many options for purchasing classes. Just go to the website and you'll see that you can pay for an individual class, package of classes, or monthly, 6-month, or 1-year unlimited membership. Registration is through the MINDBODY app/website which is super easy to use. First timers, get there early so you have time to street park. There are specific shoes made just for pole dancing so don't bring any street heels. If you want to try dancing in pole heels (which you totally should even if it seems intimidating), there are plenty of all sizes and styles to try! I recommend boots over sandals for extra ankle support and stability. The instructors here are so kind and encouraging. I've tried to take classes with almost every instructor and have found that I've learned something new and different from everyone. Try taking classes with different instructors and you will surely find ones that you connect with! The studio hosts showcase performances a few times a year where students and instructors can invite family and friends to see their art. This is a really fun time to bond with other folks at the studio and perform! The environment is so welcoming, you feel like you're part of the seventh dimension family the second you walk in the door. The studio owners Harmony and Jezaira have done everything to make this space feel like home. If you're thinking about trying pole dance, this is your sign! You have no idea what you're capable of until you try.

i confinded on a personal issue /the owner and she let me to dance here which was nice. Coach…read moreKatelyn C took advantage of me, acrually the whole team at SD dance rubbed me the wrong way for some reason... Never really helped me and in fact Kate was saassy about it when I asked her for help.. saying why would i have to do that like really. I told Kate i let harmony know i was having issues from the start and needed a little extra explanation and Harmony acted like this convo never happened. hm interesting

Our youngest daughter has danced at this studio for years. Recently, I witnessed her father…read morebringing recording equipment to rehearsals and filming full performances of other dancers from behind. I documented this and reported it to the studio. Their response? It was "just a parent" filming, and they saw no need to take further action--even refusing to ask parents to only record their own children. In today's world, where recordings of young girls can end up misused online, I expected more awareness and safeguards from the management. A simple policy or announcement would go a long way, but instead, they offered a vague, dismissive response. I find this lack of action concerning and irresponsible. If your priority is your child's safety, I recommend finding a studio that takes it seriously and sets clear boundaries around filming.

We LOVE this dance studio so much! It has such a positive culture that encourages strong girls (and…read moreboys), healthy body image and teamwork. The instructors are encouraging and professional. I love that when I call the studio there is always a staff person I can talk to and they are so helpful. They also want to work with your financial situation and have payment plans or volunteer trades to make it feasible. My daughter dances here 5 days a week and is in company and she's loves it so much!

Growing up, my mother was an owner of a large dance studio and she taught tap. I spent my childhood…read morelearning lots of dance -- especially ballet, tap and jazz. So when I was looking for a dance studio for my daughter, I wanted the same quality instruction, small classes and creative dance recitals with lots of fun and support. Dance Unlimited fits my requirements perfectly! Lisa, and the other instructors my daughter has taken lessons from, have been just wonderful. I think it especially hard to find someone who really understands tap -- and tap is Lisa's special background. The girls in my daughter's combo ballet/tap class were able to vote if they wanted to do a ballet or tap routine in the holiday recital and they all chose tap! Please come and watch this creative show and support Dance Unlimited! Dos Pueblos High School, Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 6pm-8pm Lisa also does a lot of community outreach and has performed at the farmer's market, Lemon Festival and other events. The prices for classes are very reasonable. This is a great local studio with high quality instruction and lots of heart!

Dance Unlimited is the most wonderful place for kids AND adults…read more The Owner, Lisa Walsh, is one of the sweetest people and a wonderful and patient teacher. She is also one of the best tap dancers in the state. I have been taking lessons off and on for the past 15 years and have loved the experience. She is a real gem in the dance world, and this city is lucky to have her and her wonderful dance studio.

I decided to take my daughter here for to try out their hip hop dance classes. She loved it! The…read moreinstructor was so nice and patient. The owners were also super friendly and answered any questions I had. I'm so happy I found somewhere that is close by, affordable, and a fun place for my daughter to learn little dances!

We tried this studio after having a less-than-great experience at another one in town. The owners…read moreare SO kind and attentive, and fielded my dozens of questions before we even did a trial class. During the trial class, my daughter (2.5 years) was participating and connecting with the teacher within the first few minutes. By contrast, she didn't participate much at the other studio even after multiple classes. And it's because the teachers at the dance network are so compassionate and engaging. We have since told friends and family to join us at the dance network! When you walk into the studio it has such a calm, home-like vibe and it's just completely unpretentious, which is hard to find around here. So glad we found this place!

From excitement to heartbreak. Our 6 1/2-year-old had taken several classes with Miss CeCe before…read moreand was always exited for class. She was thrilled all week to join a new acro class at Starlight Dance Academy. We even asked Miss CeCe ahead if she could join the 7-11 class and Miss CeCe said yes. At the very start of class, in front of everyone, Miss CeCe said she "wasn't advanced enough" and told her she could not continue. My daughter walked out crying, asking us why she wasn't good enough. That one moment turned excitement into tears and destroyed her confidence. No child should leave a dance class feeling unworthy. Parents -- think twice before trusting this instructor with your child's confidence.

I started dancing at starlight when I was around three years old. I'm not lying when I say I…read morecouldn't have enjoyed my experience more. I will always be grateful for my excellent teachers, they shaped me into the dancer and person I am today. I have formed bonds that will last a lifetime and formed some of my best memories in this studio. Today I am a competitive dancer and still dancing with some of my best friends. Starlight gives children an opportunity to get better at something that they love and enjoy every step of the way. I highly recommend sending your kids to this studio!

Great studio! I have been at the company for about 4 years now. Teachers are amazing and I look…read moreforward to my contemporary and hip hop class. I have really grown as a dancer thanks to Ms.Chantal and Ms.Zoe! My favorite part is the June show at the end of the year where we get to show our families and friends what we have been working on in dance class.

My daughter recently started at TDC, and her teacher, shoutout to Ms. Ray, is absolutely…read moreincredible. She's patient, positive, and you can truly tell she loves what she does. My daughter looks forward to every class because of her. However, the front desk experience has been disappointing. Ms. Chantal often seems to be in a very unpleasant mood, and while I initially brushed it off, it's been consistent week after week. Unfortunately, it creates a draining energy when we walk in. I hope this feedback helps improve the overall atmosphere, because the quality of instruction has been wonderful.