MDN Studios is truly an amazing place to learn how to dance! I've danced in the past, but I had…read morenever professionally trained in salsa, so I was looking for a place where I could learn proper technique while still having fun. MDN has been exactly that. The instructors do an incredible job breaking down the moves, technique, timing, and especially musicality in a way that makes everything easy to understand. You learn not just what you're doing, but why you're doing it, which has made such a difference in my dancing. The prices are great, the instructors are welcoming, and the classes are genuinely so much fun. But what really makes MDN special is the community. You sign up thinking you're just going to learn salsa, and somehow you end up finding a community you never knew you wanted or needed. Joining MDN has honestly been one of the best decisions I've made. I've gained confidence, improved my dancing, met some amazing people, and found something that I genuinely look forward to every week. If you've ever been curious about salsa, whether you have dance experience or are completely new to dancing, I highly recommend giving MDN Studios a try. You won't regret it!

I've been going to MDN for almost two years, and do you want to know why I consider this school one…read moreof the best, if not THE best? They teach you **musicality, steps, cues to look for, and how to truly understand the music**--not just memorize steps or shines. Marcus is passionate about what he does and genuinely wants his students to become well-rounded, well-structured dancers. He can be perceived as tough, and his teaching style may not be for everyone, but his intentions are good. He's definitely not the type of instructor who simply takes your money without caring whether you actually understand and grasp the material. He consistently asks if we're practicing and challenges us on our timing, steps, and technique. He holds us accountable, keeps us on our toes, and pushes us to be better dancers. For me, that makes all the difference! It motivates me to keep practicing, keep learning, and keep striving for more. **MDN isn't just teaching you how to dance; it's teaching you how to become a better dancer.** And that's one of the many reasons I'm proud to be part of this dance community!

I recently purchased Jazz shoes for my six year old son for Theater Camp. The SMAPA Dance Store was…read morethe closet store next to driving to the City to purchase dance shoes on a Sunday at that. Briana was so kind and wonderful on the phone. I called on a Sunday and she pulled the potential sizes ahead of time. Originally, I was not going to bring my son. Briana encouraged me to bring him in order to have him try them on in person. I am so glad I listened! My ETA was 12:01pm and the store was due to close at noon. Briana said no worries, she would stay in order for me to try the shoes on. WOW! By the time we found parking it was 12:05pm we scored a great spot a block away) and we called Briana to advise we were walking up now. She was so sweet; so personable and assured us that she would stay open for us to arrive. Turns out my son was a larger and wider size and Briana had just the size and width that we needed! She was absolutely lovely! We plan to enroll in a class because she is amazing and the school is wonderful too! Thank you Briana for your exceptional customer service!

wow where do I begin with this place?! This dance studio is so diverse with what they offer! From…read moreballet, hip-hop, jazz & modern, tap, flaminco (sp?), senior citizen exercise, mommy & me classes... & etc.!! I mean this place is an all at one joint! I've done most of the classes and for the non-pro dancers (as myself) it is always such a fun and learning experience each time I'm here! I think the prices are extremely fair compared to other surrounding studios and they aren't shy with Groupon either. The teachers are always a charm, and the staff in general are so down to earth and always make you feel welcomed! and the former Alvin Ailey, veteran of Broadway herself, Sharron Miller is a doll! She's so cute lol :3 and is always very warm and welcoming to chat with. I'm pretty surprised there aren't more reviews for this place since they're pretty well known. I agree with Stephanie L., Buddy is a sweety and always focuses and assists with the correct technique... as far as Suzanne M.'s review... i totally disagree because I've taken Ms. Miller's Adult class and i have ABSOLUTELY NO RHYTHM, and her patience with me is ridiuclous! lol Besides, if you look at Suzanne's reviews, she ONLY leaves negative reviews anyways lol! They even have a dance store! which is such a convenience since there aren't much in the area. So yes I def recommend this place, just make sure you get their early because parking can be hard since it's right off Bloomfield ave!

Awesome studio and family atmosphere. All of the teachers are super caring and very knowledgeable…read more My daughter loves it. They have a big focus on age appropriate dance and dress which is a big plus. The facility is wonderful. They even offer mom dance class options from time to time which I also took advantage of.

From the owner: We take pride in offering dance training to thousands of young people who entertain for local…read morebenefits, take top honors in dance competitions, and even have moved onto the Broadway stage. Most of our students however, take class just for the love of dancing. Our professional teachers and caring staff are dedicated to all of our students; We have a passion for what we do!

Broadway Performing Arts (BPA) is the hidden gem of North Jersey! With Elisa Heinsohn at the helm…read morewith Mark Bove by her side, they, along with their team of instructors, offer an experience that allows motivated dancers, actors, and singers, at any level or age, to grow into a better version of themselves. As a long time recreational tap dancer, I was originally drawn to BPA to experience another teacher's tap style, but soon after working with Mark, he discovered what I really needed to grow - other dance styles and full body movement. Thanks to Mark, I am learning how to work with my body, which has significantly enhanced the performance quality of my tap routines. It is my pleasure to recommend Broadway Performing Arts!

I can't say enough good things about BPA.  It's a very warm, welcoming, friendly studio. Elisa,…read moreMark and all the teachers are very supportive and attentive to all students, regardless of their level. My daughter took dance and acting lessons there for years. When my daughter wanted to start tap lessons, she was a little older than most kids and she didn't want to be in a beginner class with all 6 year olds.  BPA had a beginner adult/teen class that was perfect.  She learned so much with Mark in one year she skipped a level the next year. My daughter loved it here so much she would get up early on Saturdays to help out as an assistant in a dance class for the little kids before her own ballet class. Elisa and Mark are professionals from Broadway, TV and film so they are very talented and are excellent teachers but also have a warm and fun environment.   My daughter is in college now training to be an actor and I know Elisa and Mark's teaching and encouragement helped her make it to college

Awesome experience! My fiancé and I found the dance school through Groupon. They have several…read moreclasses: beginner salsa, intermediate/ advanced salsa, and bachata classes on Friday. Schedules vary depending on the type of class. We started from scratch and chose the beginning salsa classes on Monday and Wednesday at 7pm. We are 5 classes in (out of 10) and are very happy with how much we've learned! It is pretty faced paced, but if you practice, you should be fine. You learn more moves for the dance routine every class, so try not to miss any! Can't wait to see how it turns out.

Bout a pack of dance classes online. Owner told me I had only 30 days to use them but when I bought…read morethem online, it said I had until Jan to use them. Don't go here unless you want the owner to start switching things up, and ripping you off after you pay them. Also, the place is kind of sketchy. Barred up windows, and the owners keep the place locked up while classes are in session as if we're going to get robbed or something.

The teachers are so friendly and seem so patient.So far my daughter loves it.They have a live video…read moreof each class to watch so you can view the class and run errands. Nicole really went the extra mile to make sure we felt comfortable for my daughter's first dance class, and she felt at ease right away.I am really looking forward to seeing my daughter learn from this experience and make new friends and I will highly recommend this school.

Deana is a wonderful teacher! My kids had modern dancing lessons from her. She is very good at…read moreaddressing her students with the right pictures in their minds, and helps my kids at every class to achieve a better sense of body movements - key to success as her student. Deana's ability to accormordate her deep dance experiences into her classes makes for an exciting experience. Also she always loved to create a perfect workout. This is a very clean and well managed dancing studio! Highly recommend it!

I've had my daughter here for 3 years and we absolutely love it. My daughter feels comfortable and…read moreloves the variety of dances she learns, from ballet, tap, and now hip hop. She loves learning basic steps and whole routines. We have loved the end of year recitals. The academy is very professional. My little ones have also been a part of Dance World Academy in their Dance With a Princess program. The director, Ms. Donna, is wonderful with the little ones. She engages them together with the older students who volunteer to play Princess roles. My daughters enjoyed learning basic movements with me alongside of them. I absolutely recommend Dance World Academy.

My oldest has been a dancer here for 13 years and let me tell you it was a great investment. It's…read morejust not only about dance. Dance world teaches, leadership, teamwork and loyalty. My 10 year old daughter is still dancing and she loves it. Best teachers ever!!!!

After more than two years' experience with this school, I must say that the staff works very hard…read morehere to teach even the little ones to dance. My only real criticism is that after that long in this program, my daughter doesn't seem to know the lexicon of dance, so I'm not sure how technically she is being taught. But she has fun and it has increased her confidence.

My daughter has danced for UPAC for the last seven years. Now 11, she has had her passion for…read moredance nurtured. She is educated in all things dance and understands the importance of technique in forms including ballet, jazz, modern, tap and lyrical. She has been a member of the UPAC Troupe (competition team) for 4 years and the dedication, teamwork and people skills she has learned have been invaluable to her character development. The faculty truly cares about the kids and there is a real family environment, the kids are like her siblings and she is at the studio more than shes at home! UPAC is elite.

Ismael Otero has a very unique method of teaching. He covers an extensive range of proper…read moretechnique, from body mechanics to musicality, all with the goal of bringing out the best in his students. He also hosts specialized workshops with top world known professional instructors, so that his students can use additional building blocks to achieve their goals. The environment, overall, is fun, engaging and motivational. I have made great friends here and always look forward to attending classes. I highly recommend this studio and you can always look him up on social media to see what Ismael and his Caribbean Soul Dancers are all about.

This isn't your typical cookie cutter school. Ismael Is…read moreteaching the fundamentals while trying to bring out your own style. When you take the beginner classes you are usually along side with more advance students who are always encouraging, friendly and helpful. It's fun and I'm enjoying my journey of learning Salsa!!

Great dance ballet studio in Bergenfield. They have class for toddlers and up. Not sure if they…read morehave class for adults. Wonderful instructors. We have Ms. Kerri and she is wonderful and knows how to lead kids. Class is organized, good quality and always filled with laughters. We paid $60/month. It's a whole year program. They follow school calendar so there will be spring break, summer break and major holidays. Highly recommend this studio for beginners.

We found Nunnbetter while looking for a Ballet dance school for our daughter near our town. Among…read moreall the ones we visited and tried, Nunnbetter appeared to be the best one for us for location and as a facility. They have dedicated huge parking lot, lots of studios rooms inside for different classes. Multiple rooms to store bags and shoes. There's waiting area and waiting room. Couple of restrooms, very clean and well maintained. My daughter started with toddler class and continued to her second year of intro to Ballet. Ms. Kerri is an amazing instructor, very friendly, patient and playful with the kids. Classes are for 45 minutes. Same classes are offered during week and on the weekend, so easy to do makeup classes by attending the alternative class. Tuition fees are very decent, way cheaper than some of the places we tried before. Registration and monthly tuition, all of it can be managed through website. They are also very helpful in person with any question or concern. I have been very pleased taking my daughter here for her classes over a year now. It's a wonderful facility that has a history of developing incredible Ballet performers through its classes.