Ms. Lisa's Dance

Reviews

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  Laurie LB

  Jul 2, 2022
  3.0
  I've been taking my daughter to Ms Lisa's acro and dance studio for a while now and to be honest, I have mixed feelings, there are things that I love and some that need (much) improvement. Things that I love: 1. The studio's equipment (at least for toddler classes) is great; from barres to mirrors to toys, they can play dress up, they have mats and tons of options to dance and play. 2. The studio is always clean, zero complaints there. 3. Teachers are always on time, which i really appreciate. 4. Teachers have their lessons planned ahead of time and have all the equipment needed ready to go, this includes hand outs and even little gifts on special occasions (adorable) 5. They are great at announcing future changes to the calendar and special occasions where we need, for example, be ready for photos. 6. Teachers are knowledgeable and they seem to enjoy dance and acro. You can hear them use proper terms for the different dance steps. Things that need improvement: 1. Teachers need training on how to handle kids, THIS IS A MUST: let me explain, classes are divided by groups depending on their age, for example 2-4 year old kids are in the same class; to expect a kid to behave the same way is just impossible, the difference in ages just from a 2 YO to a 2.5 YO is huge, so to put them all in the same class and expect that they all follow rules the same way makes ZERO sense. To expect a kid to sit still until all kids do their thing is unrealistic, to expect a kid not to want to play with the toys in there once again is unrealistic. Bottom line, teachers MUST have some training on behavioral expectations by age, this is tied to number 2. 2. Teachers need to get to know the kids, at least their age, so that way they can understand a little bit better about behavior and what can be expected. 3. I'm very happy to see an assistant on (most) classes, however, if the roles during class are not properly stablished then whats the point? I mean, the assistant should help with kids that are not feeling secure for example, or (like I explained above) help to keep kids entertained while they need to wait for other kids to do their routines since it can take a long time. 4. I LOVED that there is a recital at the end of the class, but there should be a better way to do it with small children. To expect little kids to be OK with a packed auditorium clapping and yelling is not possible. A little intimidating for a kid to dance or even have fun when there is so much going on. 5. As much as I love that classes for older kids are without the parents and will create independence... not all kids are the same. There has to be a better way to start the class where there is an easier transition where they feel safe to be without their Mom/dad until they are comfortable. >>> I totally want to support small businesses, I believe it is incredible the work that is done by the owner to keep a business going, now, I do believe the owner should try every now and then to assist a class (and introduce herself). In all this time I've seen Ms. Lisa once, JUST ONCE, she did not introduce herself and didn't ask for any feedback. By being present and asking for feedback she could hear from US the clients, from US the people that are bringing business, specially from US that can keep the business going by talking to other moms. >>> A little training specially on child behavior and how to work with them is needed, teachers can be knowledgeable in dance/acro but when you add kids then a different set of skills are needed. Thanks.
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  Nelsa Rosa

  Mar 16, 2021
  5.0
  We arrived to Tampa, not long ago. Ms Lisa made My daughter feel welcome and gave her the tools needed to catch up and get up to speed with the rest of her peers. She has been very patient, professional and knowledgeable. My daughter is super excited to be a part of Ms. Lisa’s class.
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  Cindy Mohrmann

  Dec 11, 2017
  5.0
  My daughter is new to Ms. Lisa's dance. We have tried other studios but have finally found our home. The teachers are trained and professional. They go that extra step to connect with the parents and students. Ms. Lisa helped me find the best instructors and classes for my daughter. I could not say enough good things about this studio. Their passion for dance shows!

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