Best Dance School Cary Near Me

Audrey Hagopian: Triangle Academy of Dance is the best studio in the area for ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and more! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable about their crafts, many of whom having been teaching for 20+ years, and they care deeply about the development of their students. When you're at TAD, you're family!

Zoe Miller: this is a lovely dance school and I enjoy spending my time here. 100100 no hesitation.💛

Megan Lisiecki: Where do I begin?!? TAD has been AMAZING! We moved from another studio, which was lovely in it‘s own right, but wanted a more ballet focused experience. My daughter has grown leaps and bounds in all components of ballet, and has been given so many opportunities based upon her skill versus limited by her age. Truly been a game changer. And the sense of community, respect, and spirit of encouraging others has been outstanding!

Dana: Triangle Academy of Dance has superb instruction. The dedicated staff focuses on proper technique which has allowed my daughter to grow in so many ways as a dancer and a person. Triangle is so much more than a dance studio - it’s a confidence builder, a nurturing environment and a gathering place for friends. From the classes to the productions, my daughter has loved every second of dancing at TAD.

Jennifer Bennington: Triangle Academy of Dance has been a dream come true for our little dancers. The dance instructors are incredibly solid and invest themselves in the growth of each and every dancer. They care for the children like family and teach with the dancer’s development at the forefront. The recitals are incredible, the associated Carolina Youth Ballet, a pre-professional program, dances two performances per year with outstanding young dancers taking on roles in The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and other established ballets. Both of my children have grown as dancers and as individuals through this group. I’m grateful for the creative, talented, and compassionate ownership, creative directors, teachers and staff, the dedicated volunteers, and the warm and lovely parents and students. We love this place so much that it factors into where we choose to live. Yeah, it’s that special and it means that much to our family.

Jenny Myers: Triangle Academy of Dance is truly the most amazing dance studio in wake county! We have been to several and checked out a lot more before deciding on this studio. We have joined TAD since the summer 2018! We truly wish this was the dance studio of choice we have went to all along! Our daughter has been dancing since she was 2.5 years old. She has grown so much and her skills in ballet alone have improved so much since joining. Ms Annette the owner of TAD has truly made us feel at home here. She always has a warm smile and makes sure to meet and greet all her students by name and taking time to say hello to parents. The entire staff has outstanding backgrounds in dance. Each year they put on the full production of the Nutcracker along with a lovely spring ballet. Watching these ballets is like watching a professional ballet! We have guest dancers in the ballet as well from Carolina ballet. The Carolina youth ballet through triangle academy of dance is truly phenomenal! My daughter auditioned this year for the nutcracker and truly enjoyed every minute! I highly recommend this studio especially since we have also been to two other studios and so far we have not seen or been to a studio that has this quality of training! My daughter has a strong passion of dance and has worked hard every year. To hear her say she only would get 20 min of ballet in other studios and not enough ballet training, we knew it was time to look into a studio that focuses on ballet which is the foundation of dance. TAD also does have an opportunity to compete and audition for the Jazz team. Even though they do compete with jazz their main focus is ballet training and technique. I love how they have uniforms for each ballet level and a strict dress code. It’s a very secured building as well for the protection of the dancers and staff. There is such a positive and accepting community of parents and dancers. I can’t say enough about Triangle Academy of dance and the Carolina youth ballet! I highly recommend this studio! We look forward to many more years to come watching our daughter grow as a dancer there!

Nicole Christi: TAD is amazing with such class and talent. The teachers are wonderful and the owner is amazing as well, she truly has her heart in this and it shows. The dances have class and so much talent. They produce amazing shows and I love how honest they are with the students, they force excellence and that is what I wanted, no mediocrity. Love it and Mrs Amanda is a doll, love her.

scottlinux: My daughter looks forward to her ballet class every week and is having a blast. This is without a doubt the best dance or ballet studio in this area.

Tina McKenna: We have been very happy with TAD. There are great instructors, real world experiences and great productions. It had been the best experience for our family and you can tell the caliber of instruction but what our daughter has already been able to accomplish.

Ken Presting: This shouldnt be on my timeline. Never went here

Lauren Holbrook: The school is amazing, i've been going here for years and it's the best ballet school around. They really take your talent seriously and want you to continue to dance!

Caroline Poray: This Studio is the best!! All the teachers are amazing!!!!!!!! 💕💕💕💕

althea Hilsendigger: Critical:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value

Emma Grace: Came in looking for a dance studio, came out looking for a dance studio. Teachers are incredibly mean to my daughter and other students. I have seen children cry because of the directors. Teachers claim they are professional. I know a lot of students that leave due to the terrible teachers. They are not good teachers either. No hands on corrections. Just teachers sitting in the corner shouting. I had really high hopes for this studio.

Ashi Gupta: My daughter loves this place

Ryan Razon: A great place for young dancers who are looking to learn. Teachers give good corrections and choreography. Some students can be mean, but are called out by teachers to stop.

Delia Brown: Great teachers, excellent atmosphere, spacious studios, and the best proffessional program in the area. If you want to be a professional dancer one day, this is your best bet. Advanced dancers not seeking a career would enjoy it as well. If you want to do one day a week however, CBC can be pricey and you would be better off going somewhere cheaper. CBC has a great cafe area and the place really does feel like a home away from home. The only concern is that the teachers are known to play favorites from time to time.

Theresa Williams: My daughter loves it here. The training is top notch and the staff are very friendly.

Elissa Resnick: I am finishing up my 1st year at Cary Ballet and I love it! The studio owner, and all the teachers are all so nice and encouraging and inspiring. They all push you to the best of your abilities. I made so many new friends and they are all so sweet and nice to me and we have a lot of fun in class together. The ballet and jazz training I am getting is amazing, and I have improved tremendously over the year. I auditioned for the Jazz Company this year and it has been a wonderful experience. You get to do different styles of dance and it is a lot of fun! Cary Ballet is such a positive environment and I wouldn't want to train anywhere else. I definitely recommend Cary Ballet Conservatory!

Christina Mary Nicole: I can only speak about my experience with the 'adult' drop-in classes, not the other programs. I came in for a drop-in class and enjoyed trying a different type of dance, although I was behind everyone else in the class by a mile. No one was at the desk to take my payment, nor were they the second time I came. I had to find someone to give my money to, and then they had trouble running my card. A few weeks later they said I had a charge for the other class I'd attended, so I had to stop by and pay for that. It was really disorganized and the classed felt like a party I wasn't invited to rather than a welcome environment. I'm sure they have great youth programs, but I wouldn't recommend for adults looking to try a ballet class.

Bryan “Chuck” Barton: They do a beautiful job with my three Nieces.

Kathryn Jezior: I love cary ballet! It is an amazing school with lots of opportunities! I love the company, she has participated in it for 6 years. Thank you CBC!

jlh: Cary Ballet is the most professional and helpful dance studio, filled with amazing faculty and an amazing studios to train in. Truely amazing and will help you grow as an artist and dancer and develop a strong love for dance.

Jessica: Absolutely LOVE CBC I have been there for 7 years and wouldn't want to train anywhere else! The instructors push you to your very hardest:)

Karen Hollebrands: My daughter has been with Cary Ballet for 6 years now. She loves the teachers, the programs, and all the girls with whom she dances. They have great teachers and their performances are amazing! My daughter has developed a passion for dance and strives to do her best each day. She enjoys interacting with older dancers and serving as a teacher assistant for younger dancers. Cary Ballet provides a nurturing and supportive environment. I highly recommend it.

Emma R: I really LOVE Cary Ballet. I have been there since last fall and all of the teachers are really nice. The teachers give corrections and help you to be the best dancers you can be. They have made a lot of changes, but all for the better. I think that Cary Ballet also has a really nice family atmosphere. They have an excellent program for all ages!

AP Thomas: The instructors at CBC are exceptional across every level, style and age group. The Alumni lists the teachers are producing are unbelievable! It is also a great place for kids to grow up. The kids have fantastic role models, the environment is family oriented and warm, and the kids are healthy and motivated. The performances are incredible!

Yuhua Li: I registered my daughter Jazz 2 and Ballet 2 the same evening , after two classes the Jazz teacher said my daughter is too young to be in the jazz 2 class. If she is not at the age of jazz 2, why did they register her in the beginning? On 8th of September when I got to know we are refused to attend the class, I asked refund. They said it need director approval, will give me e-mail by the day of 13th, but I didn't receive any e-mail from them. Yesterday on 13th I went to CBC at 4:10, my daughter was not allowed to attend the 4:15 jazz class. Then I asked about the refund, the front desk said the director hadn't given any respond of her many many e-mails all these 5 days cause the director very very busy. How about giving her phone call? she phoned, and said the director approved. I will get check in my mailbox 14th of September $365. The front desk also check with me my name and mailbox address. Just now I got CBC phone informing me no check mail out today , I will get check by this Friday . I asked why ? You front desk promised me today I will get money back. The caller said he couldn't do anything , just call let me know . Oh ,my god !

Jennifer Young: I am so impressed with Cary Ballet Conservatory and their professional training program! My daughter just began her second year there and is so happy and has improved by leaps and bounds! The teachers are thorough and fun and the combinations are challenging. They are truly preparing these students for the professional ballet world. When I have been able to observe the teaching over the last year, I have been delighted to see them giving feedback and corrections to help every dancer be their absolute best. I couldn't be happier with my child's progress and with this program. The other dancers are all so nice and get along so well. They are supportive and helpful to each other, and I think are becoming life-long friends. I truly feel blessed that my child is able to be a part of this amazingly talented group of dancers and in such a nurturing environment both in her exceptional dance training and in her development as a person.

Robert Mcguire: Very Professional atmosphere and a great Studio to learn in for all ages

Ralph Smith: Positive:Communication,ProfessionalismI have known Kim for the last decade. A dedicated professional, she loves to mix her commitment to her students with her love of all things dance and health.

Amber Crowe: My 5yo daughter moved to Millpond dance from another dance company about a year ago and could not be happier. She loves Miss Kim and has so much fun! Can not say enough great things about her and the company! Highly recommend as she definitely knows her stuff and is very professional and great with kids!

Allie Pyles: We LOVE Millpond Dance!!! Kim is so engaging with the little ones. She keeps them moving and having fun the whole time. Our 4.5 year old shouts, “YESSSS!” Every time I tell her it’s time to get ready for ballet. Neither of us are previous dancers, but from observing, it looks like she is teaching them some great foundational things in a very fun and energetic way. Plus, what little girl doesn’t t love dancing to Let it Go?!

G Van: Great program for kids. Highly recommend.

claire spano: So the truth is...I’ve never actually been to millpond. However, my best friend used to and is now an amazing and passionate dancer. So I just wanted to thank you for inspiring/teaching her to do what her true talent is, dancing.

Kay Nguyen: My son and daughter had been taking classes with (Kim) for a few years, Kim is wonderful great teacher, patience, kind and helpful. If you look for dance place for your kids that is where to go..

Brian Dillenback: Our daughter has been attending Millpond Dance Studio for 2 years now, and we could not be any more impressed! Ms Kim (the owner) is hands down the best around. She has amazing talent and shares her gift with each and every one of her dancers in a fun, yet organized way! The studio is clean and the entire staff is great! “Dance days” have become my daughter’s favorite days of the week. I truly can’t say enough great things and highly recommend it for your dancer, whether beginner or advanced!

Heidi Maya: Kim (the studio owner), has an incredible gift that she amazingly shares with all of her students. She has grace, patience and skill and knows how to transfer her knowledge of dance to her students in just the right way. The studio is clean, spacious and conveniently located with plenty of parking. I always recommend this studio to my friends that are looking for a place to dance again (adult tap) as well as a place for their children to expand their interest in all types of dance.

Amanda Davy: After four long years and too much money at one of the big, fancy dance studios, I was happy to find out that a new, smaller dance studio was opening. After just a couple of months at Millpond Dance, my daughter learned more skill and technique than the four years combined at the previous studio. Kim is truly passionate about dance and even more passionate about teaching.Millpond is rooted in Kim’s love for dance and wanting to share that with others. The bigger studio started to feel like all they wanted was my money. As a former dancer myself, I felt that my daughter should have received a lot more technical instruction, especially with the monthly tuition rates that I was paying. At Millpond, my daughter was finally learning technique and being challenged.After having to take a few years off to start middle school activities, my daughter misses dance and Miss Kim and is hoping to return soon.

cmdavy: Not long ago I became the bonus dad* to an 8-year-old daughter that was really into dance. At that time she was taking classes at a large dance studio and had been for a few years. Even though I didn’t have any experience with dance I instantly wasn’t impressed and the parent observation days were just a joke.I was so happy when Millpond Dance opened and we switched instantly without any regrets. My daughter loved it and learned more in one year with Kim than all of the other years combined. There is a difference between someone showing you a skill and someone teaching you a skill. With Kim, I finally felt like my daughter was being taught how to dance and it definitely showed.The recital was amazing and you could see that this studio was not only about dance but also very family oriented and personal. I was a very proud and happy bonus dad that day!My daughter took a couple years off dance to explore other opportunities like sports and the school chorus but she is looking forward to returning to dance next year at Millpond Dance.*Urban Dictionary: A Bonus dad is a man who helps his girlfriend or wife co-parent her children from another man.

Kristina Loflin: Kim (the owner) is an amazing dancer and teacher. She is dedicated in providing high quality dance instruction to all her students. Love her and MPD!!

Elliot YJ You: Beautiful studio space! Very clean and spacious! Owner is also very considerate and helpful! Definitely would recommend!

Juli Molinini: My 3 boys have been a part of Millpond dance for the last 3 years!! They love it and love Ms. Kim and Ms. Candace!! My children are extremely shy and they have both been very patient with them! I would highly recommend Millpond Dance to anyone😀 Thanks Ms. Kim for your time and dedication to all your students!

Colleen M: My daughter takes hip-hop twice a week with Kim. It is truly her favorite place to be. Kim teaches technique and fun at the same time. I am always amazed by how many new steps they learn each session. Watching the kids move and dance is really impressive. I highly recommend for anyone who has a kid who wants to dance the entire class and not find even a minute to be bored or unchallenged. Oh and it’s in a nice shopping center

Tracy Carr: My daughter has taken classes at various dance studios in the area. Millpond Dance is by far the best one. Miss Kim is an incredible role model and makes the classes challenging and fun. We are so glad we discovered this amazing studio!

Terri Chalnick: I have known Kim Canada for many years and she has been my dance teacher for some of those years. She is amazing and a true professional. She is compassionate, hard working and loves people and specialky children. Millpond Dance is a true expression of who she is. It is beatiful, warm, inviting, and safe for your children. Kim is a star in my book, personally and professionally. You will not regret going to this sweet studio, you will love it and so will your children!!

Amber Treffinger: This dance studio is not your ordinary Studio. There’s no competitive teams or the drama that goes along with. What there is is an encouraging teacher (Kim) who has a true pation for dance, has the patience of a saint, and loves working with kids. The main focus here is to be who you are while embracing dance. I wouldn’t want my daughter anywhere but right here.

Megan Williams: My always-shy and often-stubborn three-year old has blossomed in her music and movement class with Ms. Kim and Ms. Candace. They are always kind, sweet, and patient, making classes so much fun! I would highly recommend Millpond Dance!

Danielle Buckley: I have to honestly say I am so proud of Kim. She has always had a love of dance and the arts. To see her perform at recital and seeing each child glow w pride and excitement proves just how much Kim loves her job. It is also not just a job for her. She sees these children as her extended family. She watches them grow and mature. I am so proud to call her my cousin, my friend, may you always be this passionate about dance. Always remember .. dance like no one is watching.. sing like no one hears you. Your actions will speak for themselves. .. I am beyond proud and amazed at your work ethic. Always stay true to you#choose kind# love# dance. Sparkle# love you always!!!