AK Dance Away Dance Studio

★Danielle Bradley

Wasn't sure at what point I would post a review however it seems about right , my daughter danced here for a few years on team and recreational. Once we joined the team things just went down hill. They made my daughter feel worthless , constantly compared one kid to another bluntly saying your not as good as another child you won't place in competitions. They made comments about the kids and parents behind there backs even in conversation would bad mouth other people. Over all it was not the best experience glad we left when we did.

★★Dominique Alvarez

My older daughter danced here before covid. She didn't continue after covid; however, our younger daughter did. The prices are great for kiddos wanting to start dance. In three years, our daughter did learn quite a bit, considering she hadn't danced anywhere else. The first two years seemed alright. Unfortunately, year three was a struggle. Communication became limited, and invoices had errors, overcharging us. The dance schedule was changed mid year for one class, and their practices and/or rehearsals are not set until the last minute. If you want organization, this is not the place. There isn't a schedule or set of dates for anything, nor is the studio on top of their in-house organization. We were told to keep all weekends open for practices, only to be told last minute which days we needed to be there. It was very hard to have any family time or plan any events. The last year with them was also very stressful. Some days, we would walk into smiles, but most days, it seemed very unwelcoming. Our daughter cried many times about how she was talked to or treated during practice. There were several instances where the owners' children would push her around. Just wasn't a happy place. She has decided not to dance there anymore and wants something she enjoys with people who enjoy her. In the end, I do think the owners love dance, and I believe they love kids. I think it's a good place for beginners but not for students who are trying to grow. If you join their studio, always track and/or document your payments. I do hope that one day they can return to the way they used to be several years ago. It's just not a happy environment anymore.

★★★★★Elizabeth Briggs

This is the first year my daughter has danced here and I can tell you there will be many more years. AJ and Kylee have a true heart for all the children they teach, no matter their level of skill. My daughter has done competitive cheer for (2) years but really loves her dance classes the most. She has taken (6) different classes and has been taught the different styles of each dance, and I witnessed this during the recital. I am in the studio many nights of the week and have never seen either teacher treat anyone with disrespect. Actually I feel they go above and beyond to help all the dancers and their parents. You can message them night or day and they are quick with a response. We are excited to start our second season with this great dance studio. Go AK DANCE AWAY 👋👋👋

★★★★★William Hoaglin

I LOVE that I chose AK Dance Away dance studio for my grandchildren, the dance teachers are knowledgeable and are wonderful with children. In a great location with easy access right off US 19, where I can shop for a couple hours while their in class, My mind feels so at ease leaving my youngest grandchild to my oldest grandchild there. I find it so comforting that the staff is able to work with all ages of children. The skills my grandchildren have obtained is immeasurable. Their professional training has established growth in my grandchild’s ability now having a back handspring to winning several dance awards and titles at dance competitions. Being on the competitive dance team has boosted my grandchild’s self confidence and we love being part of such a wonderful team. They have so many different styles of dance to offer my grandchildren all at one location. I recommend AK Dance Away to someone from a beginner level looking just to have fun and make friends or someone looking to enhance their dance career. I’ve not only witnessed it myself but I have seen first hand the dance teachers welcome other children with open arms and go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels special.

★★★★★Ernest Avila

There are husband and wife team they work with kids of all ages from the real young ones to the older ones their family oriented their main priority is the safety of all the kids they show them how to do dance moves and to go into competition they have won awards Nice place for kids to go to to build self esteem