Not sure what else I can say other than my daughter loves going here and the teacher/instructor is…read moreexcellent with the children. They also put on very well run recitals that don't drag out and are actually entertaining. If you kid is looking to try dance and/or you are new to the area, definitely a good place to go.

*This review is for the adult beginner ballet classes* I've always wanted to take dance classes…read moregrowing up but never was able to. In my late 20s, I wanted to take the leap and try out a beginner ballet class. A lot of the other dance companies I looked at were either for people with prior dance experience, drop-in classes, or generally way too advanced (and intimidating for someone with literally 0 dance experience. I didn't even know what first position was). When I found Phila Dance Academy, I learned that their adult class was treated like a true course (just like how kids are taught!) where you start at the basics and learn more and more with each class. This was exactly what I wanted! I took a full year of beginner ballet with Miss Fallon. The class gauged each of our experiences/learning and really catered to not only help us grow as dancers but challenge us throughout the way. Miss Fallon was great at allowing the more experienced dancers to take on more challenging techniques or combos, while taking time to teach the inexperienced. The classes neither went too slow nor too fast, and every dancer was able to leave each class feeling like they gained a valuable experience. I absolutely LOVED how I was able to build on my skills week over week, and could physically see and feel myself get better. (I won't be joining the Philadelphia Ballet any time soon, but you know what I mean...) Further - when COVID hit, I was SO impressed with how swiftly PDA was able to pivot their business from in-person classes to virtual. They took maybe a week to figure it all out, and moved to completely online classes with our same instructors, at the same time, while maintaining a very personal class experience. I was so impressed with how Miss Fallon managed to tweak her lessons to fit smaller spaces, all while still teaching the lessons in a way where I felt like I was learning and building on skills (despite being in my kitchen using a chair as a barre!) I will admit when everything first transitioned to livestreams, my main worry with ballet was that I would lose that "coursework" feeling - how would I still build upon skills I practiced and learned all year without a barre, without a teacher physically present to correct my form, without a physical dance space? But I truly felt I hadn't lost that aspect of ballet at all - and I am sure the kids all felt the same in their classes! I highly recommend for any adult who has ever wanted to try ballet but may be a bit nervous to do so!

The PDA staff is professional, welcoming, and encouraging to my young ballet dancer who started at…read more3 years old and who has big dreams and ambitions of performing on stage when she's older.

Just want to say I have been dancing at the Dance Center for a number of years now and how lucky I…read morefeel to have a professional studio with teachers and a director who warmly welcome and appreciate adult dancers. The Wednesday morning class is a joy. The dancers are a nice mix ranging from students who danced as children, to others who more recently have realized an adult dream come true, college students earning degrees, people who seek an outstanding form of fitness, as well as active and retired dancers enjoying their craft. Altogether it is a healthy mix of upbeat, friendly, supportive people. When I am there, the problems of the world drop away. And when I leave, I feel exhilarated and ready for anything. Jeannie H.

From the owner: The Dance Center is West Chester's premiere dance studio that has trained dancers since 1974…read more Over 65 classes on our schedule are offered. Pre-Dance Division - ages 3,4 and 5,6 ~ 2 levels of training in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop. Elementary Division - ages 7 to 11 ~ 6 levels of training in Ballet, Pointe, Pointe Preparation, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Stretch & Conditioning. Pre-Professional Division - ages 12 to 18 ~ 4 levels of training in Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Partnering, Lyrical, Contemporary Jazz, Hip Hop. Performing Opportunities year-round with the Brandywine Ballet Company and Brandywine Contemporary Company. Over 100 students from our school have gone on to professional ballet and contemporary companies across the United States. Too numerous to mention are the hundreds of students who have gone on to earn scholarships at leading dance colleges and universities. Learn more about our professional faculty and state-of-the-art facility, housing 4 large studios, by visiting our website: thedancecenter.org. Don't hesitate to email us and our Director, Donna Muzio will guide you to the appropriate class selection(s) for your child. We are now accepting registrations for our Fall Season of Dance! info@thedancecenter.org

Awesome staff and the best school ever teachers here really enjoy what they do and it showsread more

I began dancing with Denise at 7 years old, when she was a coach in Pop Warner and I had the…read moreprivilege of studying under her for more than 10 years. Denise has a unique ability to inspire and motivate people of all ages. Her passion for dance (and life!) is infectious, and she instilled in me a life-long love of dance. Now, as an adult, I continue to teach dance and I reminded of Denise often when teaching my own students. Her love, her energy, and her passion are a gift. She is a skilled teacher and choreographer and makes dance fun for all ages!

My daughters attended a local studio for several years then it was bought out and bullying and…read moredrama flourished. When we came here and found out this would not be tolerated from parents or kids, I felt so relieved. At our old studio, in the last year of the new owner, my child's dance skills regressed. In these past few months at Next Level, all of my kids skills increased tenfold, as well as their confidence, and their anxiety lessened. My daughter was still able to be a part of the competition team and have a solo even though we were new. They believe in my kids and they care about them. We love Miss Gina, Ms. Dee, Ms. Katie, Ms.Ashley, Ms.Sharon, and Ms. Carissa. And what we have learned from the ballet teacher, Ms. Larissa, and her amazing structure and experience with Russian ballet is unmatched. She is strict but my daughter adores her because she cares so much. In the past, she hated ballet, now she wants private lessons with her - she is a miracle worker! I highly recommend this school!!!!

We recently switched after three years somewhere else when we felt it was time for a change. My…read moredaughter is loving the teachers and instruction she is receiving. She also loves the fact that she has gotten to be part of the performing team, something her old place didn't have. So far, we've performed in Matawan Day and will be also performing at a nursing home for Christmas. As a former dancer and dance instructor, I am highly impressed with the teachers, instruction and choreography at this school.

My daughter has been going to The Conservatory of Music and Dance for three years and she loves it…read morethere! The teachers are very qualified and really seem to care about helping the kids improve their skills in dance, theater, instrument and voice lessons.

From the owner: Convenience and Expertise all at the same location…read more Group and Private Lessons Voice-Piano-Guitar-Strings-Brass-Woodwinds-Percussion Ballet-Tap-Modern-Jazz-Lyrical-Hip Hop-Teams/Companies Broadway Babies, Broadway Bound, Musical Theatre and Acting Classes Beginner through Advanced classes Ages 3 through Adult

Easily one of the best dance studios around!! Their annual recitals are Broadway style with the…read moreamazing sets and scenery and themed songs/routines. The teachers are exceptional and you can tell how much they care for each and every student. RDA focuses on performance rather than competition, offering its students a nice respite from the competitive nature of other aspects of their lives (school, sports, etc.). The camaraderie among students is palatable! I'm a proud alum!

From the owner: Rogers Dance Academy aims to educate it's students in the art of dance while maintaining a positive…read moreand fun environment. Students are showcased in the annual dance production all dancers have the opportunity to be a part of our holiday dance troupes. We also offer many performance opportunities in the community and abroad, Rogers Dance Academy offers dance classes to children ages 2 years through adults. Classes are offered in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics, Pointe, Lyrical and Hip Hop. We offer classes for Special Needs children. For dancers who show dedication, commitment and talent, we have three Performance Company classes to challenge those dancers.

My 6 year old daughter had a great experience for her first year of formal dance lessons with…read moreBowman. Starting in the middle of a pandemic was concerning but the staff was so professional and cautious. Following all the protocols while still ensuring the students were learning and enjoying themselves. The end of year recital was amazing - so creative and entertaining! Thanks Ms Theresa for all you do!

From the owner: A Quality Dance Education for students preschool through professional. Classes are offered in…read moreclassical ballet, pointe, tap , jazz, musical theater, and modern. Personalized attention and small class size are a Bowman signature.

Love this place. My 14 year-old just signed up for her third year. What really sets Freestyle apart…read moreis that it's truly all about the love of dance. While there is a competitive dance team that students can audition for, the week-to-week class focus is on learning and dancing. We've tried other schools in the past and I usually end up feeling like the kids spend the whole year planning for a huge, expensive, loooong recital. Here, the year ends with a dance showcase that is warm and friendly and reasonably priced to attend and to participate in (no expensive costumes that your kids will only wear once). Colleen is an amazingly talented, patient, and enthusiastic teacher. Tony, the owner, is just a super great guy. The whole staff is very friendly and they seem to get along like a family. Give Freestyle a try!

Freestyle stands out not only for teaching technique, but for instilling the enjoyment of dance…read more Kids and Kids-at-heart can benefit from the confidence and social skill one can learn from dancing on a stage, in a gym or at a party. Just visit their beautiful new studio and you can feel the friendly yet casual atmosphere that makes you just want to bust a move, spin on your head, do leaps and pirouettes!!! Way to go FDA!!!

Fun, Fun, Fun!! We hired this company to bring an in-home game show to our birthday party, and they…read moremade the night unforgettable! The host was absolutely top-notch: a true MC and a natural people person who kept both the players and the audience engaged from start to finish. The whole experience was interactive, fun, and exactly what we had envisioned. If you want a fantastic birthday or event, you're making the right decision by hiring this company. We highly recommend them and would absolutely hire them again! Podiums, buzzers, great games coupled with a host everyone kept raving about!

These guys were awesome. We invited them to our Firehouse Christmas party and they were very funny…read moreand entertaining. We requested a murder mystery but they do other types of shows as well. Highly recommend hiring them to do a show for you.