Do not send your daughter here if you care about their mental health or self esteem. Teachers are…read moreoverly critical and unnecessarily cruel. My daughter came home feeling bad about herself and asking to quit after just two months of dance. If a dance instructor has an issue with a child's abilities, the policy should be to take it up directly with a parent. They have no right telling a child they aren't good at dance! They shouldn't be allowed to interact with children until they get further training, as I consider this to be detrimental to a child's development. Update: I took my concerns directly to the teacher, and there was zero follow through or help with repairing this issue. I never heard from the owner, so I can only assume she doesn't care about the health and well being of children at her studio. It is in your child's best interest to find a safer place to dance.

This place is totally legit. Here is the correct info: 509-774-2920 www.dancemotionzspokane.comread more

I am wildly enthusiastic about the Academy of Dance in the Spokane Valley. This is an authentic…read moredance studio with serious instructors, disciplined dancers and a healthy rapport amongst all dancers, parents, instructors and owner. The instructors are attentive to proper training and development to prevent injuries. In the 6+ years that I have been associated with this studio I have not seen any eating disorders or unhealthy practices. The performances are FULL productions at the beautiful Martin Woldston Fox theater. The Academy of Dance is also the home of the non-profit Spokane Youth Ballet. Dancers from the entire area are welcome to audition for the productions and performances at the FOX Theater. These productions are original choreography and never disappoint.

My daugther has danced at the Academy of Dance for eight years. We have consistently been pleased…read morewith the the instructors, their level of skill and knowledge, and the joy and passion they pour into all the students. The switch to new management has been seamless and we are delighted with the changes and enthusiasm Naomi has brought to the studio. Highly recommend!

Julies is more affordable than most studios. Kids can take recreational classes as well as…read morecompetitive classes! My kid loves all her teachers! She has made lots of friends and fosters many relationships both in and out of the studio that stemmed from JCEDA. Julie has personally encouraged my daughter on specific techniques that can help her grow into a stronger dancer. She loves all her time there expecially dressing up for spirit weeks.

Our time at Julie's started out well, but spiraled downward each year with the loss of good…read moreteachers, constant negativity and bullying and finally not receiving money back for costumes paid for in advance but were never ordered. Competition fees were expected to be paid in advance but the studio rarely paid the competitions on time which led to late fees and not getting competition schedules until sometimes the day before the competition started. Happy to say that we are now at another studio and thriving. ​

All my girls have danced with Donna's and they have a great program. Dena, Darcy and all the…read moreteacher's really do care for the girls.

This is our first and last year at Donna's School of Dance. My daughter is six and in the hip hop…read moreclass. The teacher has no idea how to keep the children engaged. (However, we have had substitute teachers with more experience that are great. The kids have fun and actually learn something.) What's worse, is that I found out that they do the same dance every year, so if we did come back next season, I'd be paying to see that same routine drilled into my daughter's head and no actual dance experience e.g., various moves and what they are called, or safety to avoid knee injury, etc. Also, I am paying $70 for a recital fee!? All this wouldn't be so bad to put up with if they had an instructor that was comfortable around kids, and knew how to motivate them. We did dance for 2 years in Pullman WA through Park & Rec, and never had a recital fee, or the same dance done twice. It was also much cheaper. I feel like because they put "school" in their title they can charge more and offer much less.

This is my daughter's second year at INB and we are so pleased. They have a beautiful mix of fun…read moreand focus. They see our kids as individuals and even sent a birthday card. I appreciate their kindness, intentionality, and skill.

My daughter had her first dance session ever today and I will just say appalled. Inland Northwest…read moreBallet of Spokane clearly state they work with 2.5 year olds and yet they do not. My daughter 2.5 was signed up and paid. I paid $200 for her dance accessories such as Leo and shoes and after a long anticipated wait for her very first lesson the day of dance was here. She goes in and does so well considering she is 2.5. But she keeps picking up the circles marking her spot. She was sent out to be redirected, goes in and does as she's instructed for a while and starts touching again. Sent out again, goes back in and does well until she touches the wings they are dancing around. Sent out a 3rd time and told she's done for the day, try again another time. I paid for this class as did everyone else. She is 2 and learning. She has never attended any classes before and I was surprised with how well she did but kicking her out!! How uncalled for. We weren't the only ones. The only other 2 year old was also kicked out. They were also left out until last because they weren't listening. Too bad these teachers aren't skilled to guide young dancers. I'm appalled at this teachers behavior. Boo was literally scream crying to dance and had to leave. Just not ok. DO NOT OFFER CLASSES FOR 2 YEAR OLDS IF YOU CANT TEACH 2 YEAR OLDS. Be more selective and you'll spare yourself the trouble of working with a toddler. Take this as a warning if you want your child to dance and they are short attention spanned or learning go somewhere else. This isn't the nurturing place for them. I'm proud of my child even if she wasn't acceptable to this woman. And now we're off to find someone who actually works with toddlers. Thanks for trying to destroy her love of dance but not today. We will dance again just not with you! I'mfuming mad at this whole situation and fully expect a refund since you breached our agreement and refused to teach my child!!

I take my 2 year old to family music classes here and so far its been great…read more Ruth keeps things clipping along at a good pace for the little ones and the subject matter is age-appropriate. There is a good mix of singing, dancing, playing instruments and melodic games. Basic concepts are reinforced through repetition but a new degree of complexity is carefully layered on week after week so it doesn't get stale and the quick learners are kept engaged. I'd highly recommend family music sessions for kids anywhere from 15 months to 3 years old.

Ms. Ruth is amazing! She teaches tons of music theory without the kids even knowing it! My daughter…read morehas taken piano lessons with her for 3 years & she absolutely loves it! The method she teaches gives students a sense of success right away which is great!

SoulBarre has such an amazing atmosphere! The instructors and the members are all so welcoming, and…read morethe classes will always challenge you while also allowing you to have a fun time.

If you want a excellent workout with amazing instructors you need to come try Soulbarre out! A…read moregreat community of women and a no judgement place to let you work at your own pace and you will love it. They offer many types of classes and class times to work in our schedules. I'm so grateful to have found this Studio and it's right where I need to be to get a great workout.