My daughter has been dancing at Desert Star Dance for the past ten years, and I honestly can't say…read moreenough wonderful things about this studio. From her very first class as a young child to now as a confident, skilled dancer, the growth I've seen in her--both as a performer and as a person--has been incredible. It's our home away from home. Thanks DSD!

The team at Desert Star Dance is nothing short of first-class! As a former competitive dancer…read moremyself, I hold dance studios to a certain standard of professionalism and excellence. Ms. Ann and her team exceed this standard. Our daughter has loved growing in her technique and dance abilities from Wiggles & Giggles to a Tap/Ballet combo class, and I've enjoyed the studio so much, I even enrolled in an Adult class! Thank you for all you do for us and the community. -Tony Billings

My husband bought me a Groupon for here for Christmas for 3 lessons…read more We had our lessons with Nia. She is amazing and very knowledgable. She had us feeling more confident with dance after just the first lesson. She also makes it fun. We felt like we could actually dance in public after our third session (although there is still a lot of room for improvement). I am hoping to be able to continue lessons with her (just have to convince my hubby). I also love that this studio does group events such as group lessons and dance parties every week.

Wonderful teachers. They have a curriculum and exams by outside senior dance coaches. Just like the…read moreRoyal Music of Music in England. The teachers are all dancers at the championship levels.

Years ago, we signed my daughter up for dance classes at Starz in Motion after being so…read moredisappointed by another studio. We were so impressed by the owners, teachers and studio that after several years, my daughter started assisting classes and is now an instructor at the studio. We've now seen both sides of this business and can't say enough about how much time, love and organization goes into making this dance studio so amazing! We're proud to be a part of such a wonderful studio family that has taught our daughter so many techniques and life skills!

love it great training definitely recommend. great teachers and dancers and a amazing environmentread more

I don't understand all the negativity directed toward this dance studio on Yelp…read more Dancing at Ocotillo Dance has been nothing but a positive experience for my daughter. The owner Allison is very nice and helpful, the other teachers were nice too, and the recent recital was great. We look forward to next year.

Is it possible to rate this school less than 1 star? Having read the previous 2 reviews, I can say…read morewith assurity that the authors were NOT exaggerating! I would like to start by saying that I never expected my child to become a prima ballerina in 1 year. But I certainly didn't expect this! My child was routinely ignored, not just upon entering the school, but also during class. The owner, Miss Allison was also my child's *teacher*, a title I use loosely, as she did not actually teach. She demonstrated steps, but never actually showed/corrected my daughter on how to execute these steps. My daughter was also in the younger class and if left to herself, would just stand still. Simply calling her name would have helped her to pay attention, but even this was to much for Miss Allison to do. So my daughter spent most of the class time just standing on her 'X'..and Miss. Allison didn't seem to care. Please note that when I pointed this out to the owner/ teacher, she became very defensive immediately saying that she was sick of parents saying that to her. (If other parents approached her to discuss the same issue, shouldn't that have been a clue? ) I finally thought that she'd just given up on my daughter and asked if that was the case. Yeah, I knew that would make her go on the defensive, but I couldn't think of any other way to force her to teach or at the very least acknowledge my kid. When I asked her, she left the building and went to her car, leaving my child and me alone in the building! I would have pulled my daughter from the school after that but I'd already paid up front for tuition, costumes, recital fees, etc. I should also mention that the teacher spent a lot of time checking and typing on her cell phone, especially during the gymnastics portion of class. Let me address costs. The school website advertizes that they are more affordable and keep costs down as compared to other schools. First, their tuition is about the same as most, but a little more than some. They also say the recital fee includes 2 tickets and a souvenir t-shirt. Yes, the tickets are included but they are for the nosebleed seats. The t-shirt is NOT included as advertised. Also, midway through the year, I received an email informing me that the owner didn't realize that her school was subject to Chandlers entertainment tax, so she took it upon herself to retroactively charge all credit cards on file for this additional fee. While my child was only taking 1 class a week, the fee was small. What concerned me is 1: after being in business for 3 years, shouldn't she have known about that tax? 2: As previously mentioned, I paid all the fees in advance. She not only kept my card on file although there was no need, but then took it upon herself to make this additional charge first and tell us about it later. 3: Although I was never impacted by this, mid year she changed her late payment fee from $10 to $25 , almost half the cost of tuition itself! Another violation of the contract we signed. There's much more I could add, but I'll summarize by saying if you're looking for a facilitator not teacher who will only recognize you and your child when you're handing over your credit card (unless you're her 'pet' and she does have pets! ), then this is the school for you! However, if you're expecting to have your child actually learn something. .anything. .I suggest you run, tap or plie' (ple ay) somewhere else!

My daughter likes it here, we are pretty new but no big complaints so far. I had expected a little…read moremore focus on some things but to be fair COVID caused issues. They implemented a new program too which I like because the complaints I did have I think will be resolved through that program. My friend referred us and her daughter is good so I have high hopes that we will progress quickly since she has experience as a gymnast to build from. The front desk is great.

I registered my kid on Dance Connection because several friends and neighbors had their kids in…read moresome of the dance/theater classes at this school. I am so disappointed with this school! The teachers seems aloof and not kid friendly. The monthly payment is high, but probably comparable to other dance schools, however they make you pay for everything. The costume for the play was almost a $100, and I could have made a better job myself. The school sent a list of makeup items for the official play picture, and they were outrageously expensive; I feel sorry for some of the parent that felt compelled to buy them from the list. We decided to do it ourselves and the results were so much better! In addition to the monthly payment, the expensive costume, and make up, they also charge you a hefty fee for your kid to participate in the play. What is the point of the class then? Why are we paying the monthly payment to begin with? Isn't the play the culmination of a year of class? Oh, and both parents are required to buy tickets for the play (I would have thought that at least one parent would be free of charge since it's a minor participating), but the worst of all, they don't even reserve the tickets for you; you have to go into the system where everybody else is buying tickets, and good luck finding good seats. I don't mind paying a high price for things, but I need to see value for my money, and this school does not offer it.

My Granddaughter made a 3.5 hour drive to attend the K-POP Demon Hunters 4 class special mini…read moreclasses. She loved it! We loved it. The Teacher was wonderful and so sweet! The classes were high energy and exciting. My only critique would be the lobby seating is closed due to issues with a/c but it's Arizona so that definitely happens to businesses!

This is such a great dance studio - we were especially impressed first by Miss Julie and then to…read morelearn her daughter is an instructor was not only a surprise but an added bonus because it showed they value family culture. Miss Sarah is fantastic with the kiddos and extremely talented.

All 3 of my girls dance here and all of them Love it for…read moredifferent reasons. Highly recommend them, it's important to know that the studio runs on a building knowledge following the school year schedule. The classes start in august and build in skills until the end of the year shows. I know they offer drop ins but the most benefit comes from starting in the fall and growing as a peer group.

Megan and Pablo,…read more Thank you for all you have done for Alex and our family over these past years. If not for you and CDC Alex would not have the confidence to pursue Pom and be the confident young woman she is. As a small business owner myself I appreciate more than you know your hard work and dedication. If I can ever be of service, please let me know. Scott Keppel Owner-Scott's Training Systems

Still dancing at Dance 101 after all these years! One of my kids has been working with Miss Emily…read morefor 5 years and continues to improve in tap, contemporary and hip hop. My other kiddo takes adult tap class with me and I started hip hop this year too. Love everything about this studio!

I've been coming here on and off for two years and I really love how they offer adult classes!…read moreThey are hard to come by. Staff is extremely friendly and the owner is super helpful with questions you may have. I've taken ballet, contemporary and urban here. Classes start at $60 but if you bundle up you can save some cash! Highly recommend if you've always wanted to learn how to dance or if you're returning dancer. They offer beginning, intermediate and advance classes!

I don't like writing bad reviews because I know it can affect business but this place has a lot to…read moreimprove on. The entire dance studio is run down and has a lot of cosmetic and functional problems. Floors are peeling up, transitions in doorways are missing or sticking up, and paint is chipped everywhere. There is even a spot in the floor in one of the dance rooms that looks like it is sinking and moldy. The windows to see in the dance rooms are high and standing at them is difficult because the hallways are very small. The owner also teaches classes and taught my daughters class. She ALWAYS started late and ended early. I actually started keeping track because I felt like we were being jipped in time. The class was supposed to be an hour long and every single time it was only about 30 minutes which is frustrating because I am paying for an hour. Every class was the exact same routine and if that meant it ended early because there were not a lot of kids, then that is what happened. My daughter was by herself once and there was no 1 on 1 teaching, it was the same routine of play this song and do this song. The teacher also liked to do a choreographed dance and read her notes in her book and dance to the song, but not actually teach it to the kids. So she watched herself in the mirror and did the dance while these poor little kids tried to follow along. My daughter loves dancing and wanted to do gymnastics too so we found this dance studio that did tumbling as part of the class. She loved that part of the class so we decided to leave and pursue gymnastics. It was a good out to leave and I didn't care that we had some makeup classes still. I do know they have a groupon and that's how a lot of people found out about this place. I was not aware of the groupon which would have saved me $30 a month. There are a lot of dance studios for kids out there, but this one is not worth the charged price per month and would look elsewhere, even thought the reviews state otherwise.

I absolutely love this dance studio. From day one we were greeted and welcomed with open arms…read more When we first enrolled it was to get our granddaughter/daughter involved in something, the Groupon price was great and could not pass up. She has made some great friends and the instructors are not only the best cheerleaders but incredible instructors. I would highly recommend Just Dance and have recommended to coworkers. Great environment, friendship, and teamwork!

My son and daughter have both attended their classes. Both had positive experiences. They tailor…read moreeach belt to the skill level of the student so there is always something for everyone to learn technology. I would highly recommend.

From the owner: With small instructor-led classes and camps, we teach computer science and other STEM / STEAM…read moreconcepts to students K-12.