Academy of Dance Westlake Village

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This studio strikes a balance between dancers who will become pros and kids who just need or want to dance. For the recreational dancer, its probably the best studio a dancer could go to because theyll have access to pro-quality teaching and a passion for dance as an art-form. For the young dancer that has that something special and demands the skills, a bar set high enough, and that extra mentoring and skilled, perceptive arts training, Academy of Dance has that in spades. Weve watched young dancers blossom there into working professionals and even one currently starring on "So You Think You Can Dance!" Go to any of their annual shows in June and youll find choreography that makes you wonder where they found dancers so young who can do those sorts of amazing performances. The aspect of this studio that most impresses me as a Dad and that fills my heart day in and day out is the director and her teaching staff. They have working pros teaching there and it shows in how the dancers focus and value their classes. The Director hails from a storied dance career whose heart and soul is so wholly focused on sharing her love and passion for the art of dance that she only hires the finest teachers to impart skills and passion to the students. Ms. Alexander is one of those special special artists who cant help but give back to an art that has blessed her. I deeply honor and respect that about her. My daughter has only ever had access to amazing professionals who can genuinely and artfully teach and be authentic mentors for her. They are demanding of her when they need to be, expect her to work up to her potential, and they daily and continuously inspire her and care deeply for her. Her performances are the proof of her teachers care and quality for her as a person and as a young artist. When a parent can find a place where their child can discover their soul, their talent and develop realizable aspirations, it is an amazing moment. I feel like I have those moments every time I walk into the Academy of Dance.

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tracy add

Academy of Dance Westlake Village is an amazing place for dance! Not only are the teachers excellent but they care about each and every dancer. They are so unique and innovative and allow the kids to be individuals and express themselves. Every year I see major improvement in the kids dancing. The focus on technique and movement make this one of the best studios I know. From the moment you walk into the studio, you feel you are part of a big family. Cliques and mean behavior are not tolerated. Every one is so supportive of each other and it is a great environment for your kids. They not only learn to dance but how to be better people.

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This place does not bother to teach technique to the student but places them instantly in a dance routine for the recital. (You pay for a costume before one class is completed!) Oh, and forget about EVER receiving a refund from them. They had asked my child to book a one-on-one lesson, but then said she didnt need it (this after I had paid for it). Instead she was supposed to use the money toward another class. We had left the school (for obvious reasons) but could not get our money back. On the plus side, her teacher was excellent!

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Anonymous User

My daughter looks forward to coming home from school and dancing at Academy of Dance. The teachers are not only fabulous dance instructors but sincerely care about the kids. Each year I see so much growth in my daughters ability and she feels happy when she dances.The students at the studio are all supportive of each other and there is always an upbeat feeling there. She is also on the competition team and loves belonging to such a fabulous group of talented yet compassionate dancers.

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Irene Chiang

love this studio! especially emma and whitney, theyre my hip hop teachers and they are absolutely amazing and caring. i cant wait to go back

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