This review is for one of their special sessions they do from time to time, not for their regular…read moredance / ballet lessons. We caught an ad for their "Kids Etiquette Lessons / Night Out". Our children went and had a great time. They had fun, but more importantly learned a lot about manners, posture, communication, etc. We are very happy we discovered this event, and our girls are looking forward to attending again in the future. Very impressed. I hope they continue this series on a regular basis.

My daughter has been a student at The Young Ladies of Grace studio since 2013 when she was just 4…read moreyears old. Not only has she learned so much about ballet technique and been able to improve upon her skill level each year, she has gained confidence, poise, and self confidence under Ms. Janine and Ms. Angela's direction, as well as the other dance instructors. This dance studio stresses the importance of self confidence, self respect and respect for others, personal safety, and demonstrating overall care and concern for others. There are not too many people that I entrust with my daughter's care but I am fully confident that my daughter is protected, enriched and happy during her time at The Young Ladies of Grace. I would highly recommend this studio for anyone looking to learn and improve their dance and creative arts skills in a welcoming and uplifting environment.

My daughter LOVES it here! We had our second class today with Miss Rachel and had a blast. We are…read morein the Tutu Toddler class which starts at 18 months. My daughter mostly just runs around and lives her best life but she's picked up a few new dance moves. You pay a monthly fee and go once a week as your "home class". They also offer unlimited classes in the summer which is included. Miss Rachel is great with all of the kids, even when it's a bit chaotic. I enjoy at the end of each class the kids get to wind down a bit and color a picture before they leave. We hope to stick with this studio as my daughter grows :)

This dance center is beautiful! The studio is impeccably clean and bright!…read moreThe colors are pleasing and offers a very nice brand! All the children seem to enjoy their teachers and activities with the other kids. Very impressed!

Amazing, close-knit dance studio that focuses on dancing for the love of it while still teaching…read moregreat technique and dance history!

your kids will not be taught to dance 'strict' ballet but this is a fun place for that!! it is a…read morelaid back environment for people who just want to dance a little bit

Two of my daughters attend various classes at the American Academy, so we are here 5 times a week…read more Compared to plenty of other families, that's pretty tame, which is a testament to the quality of instruction and enthusiasm for the craft here at this ballet studio. We've belonged to three ballet studios (we've moved a few times) and have been here the longest. This school impresses me with the level of quality instruction starting with the youngest kids. At a previous dance studio, the "Pre-ballet" or "Ballet I" classes were taught by young college students (and even one high school senior) who were trying to get teaching experience. Here, every teacher we have had has been a professional and has instructed the kids as such. The atmosphere is caring and loving but also fairly serious. You are following in the footsteps of many dancers who have attended the school over 52 years and have gone on to dance careers. The Nutcracker performance sells out at UB every year, and the end of the year recital (also at UB) is an enormous production. This is not the YMCA's music and movement class. They offer ballet, pointe, acro, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, Broadway dance, jazz and tap, as well as adult ballet classes. The cost seems comparable to other dance studios in the area, and there is a discount for families. The school also offers camps in the summer, including a "Princess camp" for girls 8 and younger that seems very popular.

We moved my daughter here this year. The instruction is top notch and the office staff are very…read morehelpful. They are very caring while being serious about instruction. The Nutcracker production at UB is quite the undertaking and they do it with Style, grace and flair. We plan on increasing our classes here next year!

Center stage is like my family. I have been dancing there since I was 8. From starting with acro…read moreand a tap jazz combo class to taking 12+ classes center stage is where I can call "home".The instructors are very kind and helpful. All teachers take their own time to get to know students more.Miss Annette the owner of Center Stage is a wonderful woman and has helped me to get to where I am now. Center Stage is a great place to be. I could not even imagine going anywhere else to dance.

I have been part of the Center Stage family for 12 years. From one 45 minute class per week for my…read morethen 3 year old to my now 15 year old daughter being a member of their Elite competition team. I use the term family because that's what it is. The owner is always available, she makes an effort to know the students and parents. The teachers are world class and give 100% to training and developing the students. I've seen a lot of changes and growth over the years but of course there is always room for improvement. This is not a big glitzy studio that you see on tv. They are real people who truly want the best for the students. And while winning isn't everything, the number of trophies and championships that the studio has earned is a great indication of the level of training provided. From the youngest team at 4 years old to high school seniors and beyond, these students showcase the epitome of excellence in dance. If you're looking for a family oriented, comfortable and caring dance studio for your child that provides an excellent dance education then I encourage you to stop into one of the open houses this summer and see for yourself.

going there for ballet currently as an adult and i love it!! i was worried because I've been to…read moremany adult fitness classes where it feels like the instructors look down on you for not being in tip-top shape, but this environment is encouraging, welcoming, and fun! really enjoying my time here and looking forward to growing stronger as a dancer. it's very laid back with no recitals unless you choose to train for one outside of class

I've been an adult student of Lisa's for over 15 years. My daughter also started dancing at the…read morestudio when she became old enough and stayed until she left for college. Now that she has returned to WNY, she's back in the studio enjoying her lifelong passion for dancing and helping with administrative responsibilities. Lisa's students often return as adults and many send their children to the studio, too. Many of Lisa's students have gone on to dance professionally and she trains dance teachers from many of the local surrounding schools. Lisa has a strong reputation for training students to perform with the most exquisite technique. She teaches students to avoid the bad habits that can form in early years that will prevent them from advancing in later years. Students learn to love ballet as an art form and as an expression of oneself, to appreciate the beautiful lines created by body and movement and to develop strong technique which is critical for a professional career or for long-term recreational dance. The atmosphere within the studio is one of rich values: Respect for yourself, respect for others, teamwork, and leadership. Students are encouraged to help each other, for example, by demonstrating or teaching steps or working offline on pieces of choreography together. Students rise to high expectations and are accountable to be focused, kind, and hard working. Everyone is respected, supported, included as part of the team and have similar opportunities. Diversity and inclusion is encouraged, practiced, and expected of everyone. Contrary to another Yelp recommendation, Lisa does not promote or discuss any particular religion or religious views. There are families and students of all different faiths, beliefs, and backgrounds. This is exactly the environment where you want your children to learn and understand that each individual is unique and appreciate our individual differences. Lisa challenges students to strive for personal excellence who are open to growth. She expects them to be competent, confident, supportive of others, and committed to their study of ballet. She encourages everyone to set high personal standards in order to achieve their full potential. We are reminded to be grateful for our abilities and achievements and yet to strive to do and be more. Through Lisa's Apprentice Program students have the opportunity to develop their own leadership skills and qualities. Students are taught how to formally assist others in learning ballet, gradually given more responsibility as class assistants and eventually invited to step up and lead class. Through the "Lisa Taylor Dancers" performance group, students have an opportunity to showcase their abilities in a community service-oriented program. Performances are offered to (among others) schools, nursing homes, and in conjunction with other community groups. This provides education and exposure to the performing arts in a fun venue to elementary school children, residents of health care facilities and is used as fund raisers for other non-profit organizations. It helps teach students to give back to the community through themselves. Lisa is a leader, a role model, and a mentor. She is always going above and beyond for her students by creating curriculum, programs, opportunities, and performance venues for her students. She creates an expressive, healthful opportunity for all people to explore and enjoy movement through dance.

I just started taking beginners classes here and am really enjoying them! The teacher is great at…read moreexplaining everything and she really breaks down all the moves. and stops to answer questions. The first first class she also went over some of the history of bellydance, you can tell she's really passionate about what she does. The classes come as a package for a certain amount of weeks, and if you miss a class you have the option to make it up on another day, which is really nice.

This place holds a really special place in my heart. Not only is the teacher fantastic,…read moreknowledgeable and friendly, the students who attend classes at this studio are lovely as well. I have met so many amazing women from all walks of life here, and made memories that will last a lifetime. Belly dancing here has become such a huge part of my life, I can't imagine life without it anymore! I highly recommend you check Oasis out - best belly dance studio in Buffalo, hands down. :)

We celebrated our son's 4th birthday at the RP E.Amherst location this past weekend without ever…read moregoing there prior because I heard such great things- they did NOT disappoint! The staff went the extra mile to take care of us and make sure all the kids were safe and had fun. This place is clean, friendly and makes orchestrating a kid birthday party effortless.

After a planning snafu, we showed up to RP with hopes of our just- 2 year old being able to get…read moresome play time in. Logan offered for her to join the next play group class and accommodated us, squeezing us in! Morgan and Logan were super interactive with the kids and even remembered all of their names! Thank you for helping us out today! We'll be back!