National Dance Clubs

710 Memorial Blvd #122, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA

Address:	710 Memorial Blvd #122, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
Phone:	+1 615-849-1155
Site:	nationaldanceclubs.com
Rating:	4.5

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Anonymous User

Good instructors, but high pressure sales tactics and overpriced lessons: NDC in Murfreesboro is a nice studio with great instructors. The only problem I had was the high pressure sales tactics used to get you to book another package with them. They sell classes by packages and there is no negotiation. I did the introductory course and 2 out of the 5 courses, I spent half the lesson being sold on my next package. Then on your last class of your intro, I was taken to a managers office to sign up for my next course of 10 private lessons and group classes for $1,800. I felt very pressured by both my teacher and the manager to make an immediate purchase, they wanted a deposit on the spot and kept pushing for me to put something down. I insisted that I needed to go home and look things over, then they offered me their computer to look it up there. I found that completely out of line. I felt like someone was trying to pull a fast one on me before I realize what im getting into. So, all in all, my experience with NDC in Mboro is mixed. The teachers are ok, their business tactics are not. Very pushy, and you dont get as much out of your lessons as you wish as you spend it talking on future packages you need to buy. DanceWorld offers the same package NDC is offering at $1,800 for only $650...one third of the price and you are not locked into a studio contract as you are with NDC. Also, on top of that, if you would like to perform in a Christmas show for NDC, they will charge you extra for performing onstage, and then an additional amount for a 12 bar solo. You should never have to pay for a show where you as a student, are helping the studio market their product. Bad business ethics. Good teachers. What can I say. Unfortunately it left a bad taste in my mouth and I will not be going back.

Larry Vanover

Having read the reviews on Google before we started taking dance lessons and reading them again now, everyone’s comments have a level of validity. My wife and I have been taking dance lessons at NDC Murfreesboro for seven months and learning to dance has been a very enjoyable experience. On the flip side, I have not always agreed with the practice of giving you the feeling of immediacy to make decisions on advancing levels or taking part in events / competitions. There are costs involved, but the expense to take lessons or participate in additional activities is a decision that everyone has to make individually. We have found that ballroom dancing is a hobby that we both can take part in and has brought us closer together. We started taking lessons with the goal to be social dancers, now we have the confidence and ability to dance on any dance floor. One of the main differences I have seen between other businesses I have been associated with and the National Dance Club is the overall upbeat atmosphere and positive attitude of all the NDC mangers, teachers and staff. In the time we have been taking lessons and group classes, I have not heard one negative comment made to or about anyone, from the teachers, staff or other students. It has been the most positive and supportive environment I have ever experienced. We have enjoyed taking private lessons and group lessons, been coached by World Champion competitive dancers, participated in Friday night social dances, and have gone to the sponsored outings to dance. We would like to recognize and thank our teachers, who have always been upbeat, positive, patient, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to learn from. Our experience of learning to ballroom dance gives us a sense of accomplishment as well as being fun and challenging.

Tina Whitfield

Don and I have been dancing at NDC Murfreesboro for 1 1/2 years + , and have had some of the best experiences of our marriage. Learning to dance together is physically challenging and exciting, and the process of learning dance partnership continually offers us opportunities to see where our barriers lie, and to work through them for stronger partnership not only in dance, but also in life. The instructors work incredibly hard to see where we are in our lesson guide and to work from those points; they are all very positive and encouraging, gracious and fun to be around. The atmosphere at NDC is a highly positive one. Our current instructor, Vince S., is a phenomenal person, instructor, and ballroom dancer. The Friday parties with live bands are great opportunities to practice what we learn in our lessons, and to see amazing, beautiful demonstrations of ballroom dances by our instructors. I would give NDC 5 stars as the PROS are many, but must stop with 4 stars because of the CONS, which in my experience are: 1) The instructors should be paid much more in my opinion, 2) there is way too much sales pressure, and 3) the cost for lessons is too high. To end on a positive note, learning ballroom dancing at NDC has been transformational for Don and me, and we are very grateful to have this opportunity.

Cathy nowlen

STAY AWAY! The fees are outrageous, the sales tactics are horrible, and they charge you for EVERYTHING. Want to be in a showcase (think recital)? Thousands of dollars. Want to go on a ballroom dance cruise? Not only are your charges for the cruise ridiculously high compared to purchasing the same cruise on your own, but be prepared to pay for the instructors cruise, which is required. The lessons are way overpriced (over twice as much as other facilities in the area), and over half of the lesson time is spent dancing with others to "warm up", making announcements, talking to and/or being introduced to other clients, and talking about whats going to happen when you move up to the next level. Dont worry, as long as you can pay for the next level, youll be progressing as fast as you can swipe your credit card. Save your money and go somewhere else. They all teach the same thing.

Anthony Martin

At a party I was the guy watching everyone else dance all the while wanting to be out there on the dance floor at the same time too timid to try. I needed to try something different so one day I walked into NDC Murfreesboro. I have enjoyed every lesson. I have never walked out of the studio in a bad mood (I have walked in after having a bad day but that changes after a few minutes at NDC). The staff is incredible. If you are a person (like I was) watching others enjoy themselves dancing but hesitant to try do like I did and walk in the door and learn to dance!

James Calder

NDC of Murfreesboro is THE PLACE where everybody knows your name. Dance is the universal language and the ultimate "Ice Breaker". The teachers and staff at National Dance Club of Murfreesboro put you at ease and make you feel like family from the time first you walk through the doors. Try it, youll like it. And to prove it, be mu guest any Thursday night at 7:00 PM, my treat. Just tell them you are Jims guest and be ready to have the most fun youve had in a long time. Come on over to National Dance Club of Murfreesboro and Lets Dance!!!

Courtney Mallard

I absolutely LOVE national dance clubs! It is the happiest place Ive ever been to; especially the Murfreesboro location. All of the instructors are so personable and happy all the time. The private lessons are so informative and fun. The group classes are a great way to learn new things and practice with different people. The parties every Friday night are an absolute blast. There is a live band, games, lots of dancing, and an amazing pro show by some of the top instructors in the country.