The Dance Academy

While I have the utmost respect for my boy, Justin V. and think what happened to his boy sucks big time (shame on you, Dance Carousel), my daughter has been going here for years and loves it. It’s really amazing how much effort is put in by the kids and the staff who work here. And it shows. By the time you get to the recital, you’ll be blown away by what you see — it’s a full-​blown production that truly has a Broadway feel.
Of course, I abhor Broadway musicals and lots of singing and dancing, but I do love watching my daughter put on her show. And if the Dance Carousel makes her happy, then that makes me a happy daddy. I can make it through a show for her every year. (As long as I get to leave the second her performance is over.)
This is a very good outfit if your little monster is interesting in learning dance, tap, and everything else in between. Just be ready for the time and cost commitment, and the occasional annoying parents of other kids that come with it.

My son attended a complimentary «Boys» Hip Hop dance class that I was told was for ages 6 to 13. After multiple phone calls with the manager about how to sign up my son, I purchased shoes I was told he needed, and arrived on time for the class. I got there and told them I was ready to pay while my son was getting dressed. The manager said «no one called you? Someone was supposed to call you.» I was then told my son is too little, and I explained that he is in fact 6 years old and that he meets the age requirements posted on their website. They suggested a toddler tumbling class which blew mind! My son is a defensive tackle on a full tackle team. He may be somewhat short but he certainly does not resemble a toddler in any way. I have no idea why they would treat myself or my son this way, but we will never return to this «dance» place. Clearly young boys are not welcome!