Reviews of All That Dance (Dance School)

Julie Myers

My daughter is getting ready to start her 3rd year at ATD. We have only done rec classes up to this point and couldn't be happier. The owner and her staff are amazing, and love my babies like their own. I cannot say enough positive things about this studio.

Kristy Townsend

My daughter used to jump from one activity to another, but then she took a class at All that Dance. She was hooked and is now in her 5th year there. This is her passion, and she has learned so much more than dance. It's very organized and I appreciate knowing what my fees and expenses are up front...no last minute expenses thrown at you. She spends a lot of time there so I'm thankful knowing that she is treated like family.

Dr. Sarah Rowden

What an incredible dance studio!! My daughter has been with ATD for two years and we are about to start our third year! We love everything about this studio, from the "dance family" to the incredible staff and teachers! Such a friendly studio that truly teaches your children how to dance and have fun while doing so! Couldn't recommend highly enough! I wish I could pick 6 stars!

Stacy Killbore

The ATD team have been great and worked with my girls. Great business and passion for their trade.

Rhonda Weaver

That Brooker lady that wrote the nasty thesis for a review really got me angry. Both my granddaughters have been going to ATD since they could walk. They work very hard but never complain. They can't wait for the next program or competition. Dance keeps them in shape and raises their self esteem. Pricey? Perhaps. But it's a sport lady. ATD is a wonderful dance studio. My nieces have also been there, one is now on her own or she would still be dancing. I just wonder what world that lady is living in.

Jim Edgar

I am really thankful for ATD Bentonville because they have really helped with my son and daughter. My kids absolutely can't wait to get to dance and with my son in hip hop class and daughter taking on a more traditional dance class, they both come home ready for bed which is another blessing in its self. Great investment!

Rachel Flowers

It is my daughter’s first year of dance at this dance school. We chose the hip hop class with Ms. Emily. I came to the school prior to check it out to make sure the teachers were involved and teaching the kids. I was happy with what I saw overall. However, this particular teacher is not as involved with the children and doesn’t help them or correct them when they do the moves incorrectly, as they are learning. She also has a lot of down time between telling them the moves and is less involved at showing them. Half the amount of time spent in the class is doing conditioning and very little is spent on the dance foundation itself. I finally voiced my concerns after 6 months of not much progression and the lady at the desk informed me that is just part of dance and seemed annoyed with my concerns. I did not feel heard and I did not feel like much of a change would be made. I wouldn’t recommend this teacher. She doesn’t spend enough time with actual dance but will make sure they do kicks and leaps over and over for over half the time of the dance hour. Waste of time & money. Overall, I like the dance school as a whole. I would just recommend really scoping the teachers out prior to enrolling. Most of them are great here though! However, there are also plenty of other great dance schools in the area that may actually take parents feedback and care how you feel.

Lorie Barnett

ATD is as close to perfect as a dance studio can get. My daughter has been a competitive dancer at ATD for almost a decade, and we are confident she is at the best place to dance in NWA. At ATD, she has gained enormous technical skill, confidence as a dancer and a person, and the support of a dance family (teachers, former teachers, staff, dance peers and former dancers, and other dance families) that is unmatched and invaluable. The studio (in the broadest sense possible) has been a safe place where she can grow surrounded by role models. She would not want to be anyplace else.

Mya

Super nice people and teachers. Learning is kind of slow when you starr out but it gets better over time!

Uriah Nazario

A large studio with tight-knit smaller classes. They work with seemingly all ages and various forms of dance. My girls refuse anywhere else.

Reese Destin

As a longtime lover of the art of dance, I find that Meghan and her staff are truly committed and their obsession with dance shows. The array of different dances offered and age and experience levels makes this a great place for families to attend.

Alexis Barnett

I am dancer at All That Dance, and so happy and proud to call this studio my second home & family. Since the very beginning I've felt love from all of my teachers, whom have always been so kind to me. I've had the same teachers all ten years I've been at the studio (since it opened) and have grown so close to them all. They're all amazing mentors and have helped me grow not just as a dancer but as a person. Several of my teachers have become some of my best friends and have been an incredible part of my life, and have been such a stabilizing factor for me when all else seems hectic. ATD is a place I can go and watch all stress and drama in life disappear and be truly happy surrounded by such great people with beautiful hearts. This family has been such a blessing and has given me so many friends, and has taught me so many life lessons. I cannot stress enough how amazing every single person, dancers and teachers included, at this studio are. The family that owns ATD has gone out of their way to make everyone feel as if they are family as well. They are amazing at what they do, extremely organized, and very accommodating. We value kindness very much at our studio, in practice and at competitions. This is one of the most drama free studios I've ever experienced and I love knowing that we strive to do very well, work very hard, fix our mistakes and want to win, but I also love knowing that if I drop heel in my turns or my performance isn't perfect that I will still be greeted off stage with a smile and "great jobs" and never anything hateful. I could go on and on about ATD, and how wonderful it has been for me. I can promise you that you will feel loved and very at home here at All That Dance.

C. Callaway

We have been a part of All That Dance the entire 10 years that they have been open and couldn't be happier there!! They have played a major role in teaching my daughter great dance technique as well as many valuable life lessons!!! They are an amazing family-run business and do an awesome job making everyone feel as though we are one big family!! I would never consider another studio and would recommend them to anyone...they must be doing something right, they just expanded for the 4th time!! We love All That Dance :-)

Lisa Moore

I am so grateful for All that Dance and all the amazing teachers and staff. My daughter has been apart of this awesome studio since it began. She has grown as a dancer but also as a person with such awesome mentors. She truly has a second family that will be in her life forever. We are so blessed to be apart of such a great studio.

Caden Bohannan

I’ve been dancing at All That Dance for 4 years now and ALL the teacher are super involved and always correct our mistakes! They have taught me all the fundamentals of dance. This is one of the greatest studios in the area. Ms. Emily, Taylor, Catie Beth, Mrs. Meghan and all the other teachers are amazing couldn’t ask for a more involved group of teachers!

Kelsey Baker

Love my ATD Zebra family!!!! #whoareweATD

Peggy Ford

We love All That Dance! My daughter has learned so much and enjoys going to class every week. The staff and dance company have won countless rewards which validates how well their staff choreographs and teaches. We love supporting a family owned business that fosters artistic growth in so many children!

Trinity Moore

All That Dance is home to the greatest people I've ever encountered within the 15 years of my life. 10 years of which have been training and dancing at this studio. It's one of the most people friendly studios I've ever seen. From the family who runs it, to the people who make up this family, to the encouragement we not only provide within our studio but to all we come in contact with. Every year we go out of our way to make sure each studio at our competitions feel like they are genuinely given our encouragement to do great on stage. This ranges from making signs wishing them good luck, to giving treats, to using our words to not just help but provide confidence to anyone who could even be slightly nervous before setting foot on that stage. It doesn't matter if they are from our ATD family or not we support all who attempt to communicate through dance. Dance is a way to let go of everything that's happening. When one person is having a day gone wrong dance is something that they should be able to fall back on. This studio allows that to happen. When I walk trough those doors stress from anything within the outside world fades away.That's something not all people can say about their studio, but I can about All That Dance. Dance is a community. In the end we are all striving for the same goals and should want to strive and support each other till success is brought to you. A studio is simply a way of training and a way for a child to grow in a kid friendly manner to get closer to that goal. This being said we're all in the same boat, and a name of a studio doesn't matter. Your child will learn something from each place they attend. If it is run in a way that is foreign to you and you don't appreciate it simply try something else. Words are weapons and in our dance community we should all keep it strictly positive because that's what makes us come closer to success. All That Dance is a good environment for all children who enter. All children who strive to learn. All children who want to be accepted. Any one person that wants to attempt dance as a career or a hobby. We support all who try because in this world a lot is out of our control, but attitude is something that is in our power. If you can't take my word on this, take the countless number of competitions we've been to. At almost every single competition we've been to over the years, we have almost always received a sportsmanship award. This is fact and not up to debate, and if you want an unbiased opinion, this is your proof. Along with being a friendly studio, we are also very prepared. We take months to prepare for all of our routines, and take the time to make them look the best we are capable of. The instructors that have helped us through thick and thin, and been by our side for years past and years to come pour their heart and soul into this to make sure we're prepared. This ranges from the cleanliness of the dance, to the costume, to the technique required to succeed. This studio is an all around great place to take your children, and I'm talking from experience. It's a joy to be within that building from the time you walk in to the time you walk out. If you are looking for a place to attend and to learn the art of dance, this is the place to do it. I highly recommended for all the reasons I shared with you and endless more. Join the family, we'll accept you with open arms, and even if you aren't at ATD, welcome to the family of dance.

Melody Roach

3rd Dance studio time is the charm, I had issues with other large dance studios in the area although I won't name names, the experience for my girl with the other studios was lackluster to say the least and a hit to the pocket books. I decided to try All That Dance and see if my girl would receive the same attention as the others, but it simply wasn't the case. The instructors at ATD really took their time with my girl and she absolutely adores the staff there. It is such a relief for me because my little one is absolutely ecstatic to go to class and come home with a big smile and stories to tell. Would and have recommended to friends.

Patty Nuovo

Great place for kids

Cody McLeod

Did you see that negative review? What a joke! The competition must be getting hot out there because I smell a troll. So let me add my two cents. ATD is a family. A family of hard-working and loyal members of the dance community. They have created a place that is warm and inviting yet challenging and competive when need be. One of the most important things to me in raising a child is the concept that not every person wins a trophy, you have to work hard and you have to push yourself to reach your goals. Thankfully I have this studio to help teach my daughter that life lesson in the most beautiful way. I could never imagine her anywhere else. This is our home.

Brooker Simmons

Where to start... First can I please give a negative star? If you've not yet picked a studio for your child, PLEASE do your child a favor and look around before you pick this one. However, if you have loads of cash, your child is looking to be the most popular in the studio, favorites is a game you enjoy playing - then look no further, you just found your new home! If you're looking for real examples, allow me to fill you in: This might absolutely be the most disorganized ill-functioning, rusty wheel of a business in the NWA area. I've never ever never seen such utter chaos! They literally make rash decisions hours before very important events and consider yourself lucky if they deem you important enough to share their crazy and unrealistic demands. Need an example, 'We've decided to change the costume for the dance and even though everyone goes on stage in an hour, you'll need to get to the store within the next thirty minutes and purchase the $300 outfit we've decided upon.' Situations and demands like this one are commonplace. And don't even think about asking the staff for guidance or assistance, unless you enjoy being made to feel and look like a fool. Public ridicule and humiliation is how they keep their minions in-line. Every day at this studio is like visiting a family reunion of a family that you're not related to; this studio is owned and operated by a large family - they have no problem reminding folks that they run the place and they call all the shots! No joke, if you're looking for a studio where your child will be adored or appreciated, then in my opinion, this isn't the place to be! Loyalty to the studio by the dancer is often overlooked and ignored. If you dare ask any type of questions or seek clarification, get ready to be verbally assaulted - they LOVE to remind parents that being allowed to dance at ADT is a gift and privilege, one that children lay awake at night dreaming of, one that can be taken away and given to a child that's more appreciative with parents who don't bother them. Of course, that's if you can even get a response at all. Rarely do the workers return calls, texts, or emails. They hardly ever send out reminder emails, texts, or paper bulletins. Make sure you're comfortable with other adults screaming at your children right in front of you - I'm not necessarily talking about behavior, more like wearing dance shoes in the hallways, asking questions for clarification, or for trying to understand what's expected of them as an ADT dancer. The fluffy lady that runs the front desk, who has no children, and isn't married, she doesn't even try to hide her anger. Need to see for yourself? Just walk in the studio and see how welcome you feel. The hellos and what do you needs are blatantly obvious reactions to being annoyed from them having to deal with those who pay their bills and allow them to keep their doors open. You wouldn't believe the number of competitive dancers that only have one or two dances for the entire year. Its like, what's the point... Those parents pay a ton of money but yet the studio has no regard for their customers many years of loyalty or for their satisfaction with the services they've been hired to render. They couldn't care less about most of the families that patron their dance studio; so much so, they'll tell you about other dance studios in the area who are looking for dancers. The mass amounts of people that have walked out of this studio over the years, how they stay open is beyond me... The teacher turn-over rate is VERY HIGH! Its hard when your child gets attached to their teacher and poof, that person is gone! Sometimes they have a hard time finding instructors and it's common for teachers to ask dancers for copies of their schedules because they're afraid to ask the owners and staff what classes they'll be teaching for the season at-hand. If you end up calling this your dance home, make sure your dancers' wear socks or shoes at all time; the last thing you need in your home is a nasty case of athletes foot so bad that you have to sterilize your own house.