Reviews of Walnut Grove School Of Music & Dance (Dance School)

wilderness joy

Great school! My daughter has been taking lessons for 7 years and still loves every minute of dance class!

Angelina Momoh

This place is a family and it is truly and unforgettable experience here!

Sombra Diaz

Awesome! Great teachers! Love the recitals !

Craig Faulkner

We had the pleasure of seeing our granddaughter in her Angelina Ballerina class and the recent school concert. She loves the classes and is looking forward to more in the fall.

kristen Dafoe

My daughter has been dancing here for almost 5 years and has had great experiences each year she has been here.

73mith

Had two daughters spend a lot of time here for dance. Well worth it. Nice people and they do a nice job with the year end dance performance and parking lot party. Gave our daughters lots of lasting memories. Both daughters still go here now for music and voice lessons - just as good.

Lee McDonough

My 2 daughters attended dance and piano lessons at this school. The staff are very friendly and always happy to help. It was awesome to see my children perform their dance recital in a professional theater setting - and to have a pro video of the performance! Sam (one of the owners) made the music recitals fun and helped put my nervous children at ease!

Breanna Chassie

Great School for Dance! Awesome Time!

Phillip Chang

Update *** The owner, Sam, kindly reached out to me and was able to work with me and suggest a teacher that would be better suited for my child. I am happy that he reached out to me personally and I will be happy to send my daughter back the following year. This is excellent customer service. They really care about you and your child finding love in dance or music. I have no doubt that if my daughter decides that she enjoys dance that this is the best place to go. *** I enrolled my daughter in the Angellina Ballerina class. She didn't seem to respond well to the teacher she got, but there are nine other teachers so there is a lot of opportunity for us to find a good fit. There is an admission fee and a upfront charge for the first month which is more than $100. When you arrive at the dance studio there will be another charge for the outfit which is a little over $50. There is no trial class.

sarah gjesdal

Me friend’s younger sister attends dance classes at walnut grove school of music and dance, she loves it so much and has became such an improved dancer.

Crystal Lee

Love the school such a positive enviroment and they have the best teachers. Good role models for kids!

Garry Gill

Excellent facility. Well run. Highly recommend to anyone getting started with dancing. Our daughter loves it. We’re coming back for our 4th year!!!!

T A

Awesome school, kids love it. Definitely recommend!

f annan

Great school my kids love it!

Kendall Skuta

I danced at both the Guildford and Walnut Grove locations for many years and I had nothing but positive experiences. I did jazz, hip hop, and mainly ballet. The instructors and all staff were incredible and knowledgeable. They were so kind and helpful, always. I made amazing friends there and had the time of my life dancing. The recitals were so much fun too! I recently tried to find a couple old recital videos from 2006 and 2007, but couldn't find them anywhere at home. I sent an email to the school asking if there was any way they could dig up the old recitals. They emailed me back within a couple of days with links to download digital copies of BOTH recitals in FULL and they didn't expect a thing in return. I can't express enough gratitude to the school for doing this for me. I will cherish these recordings forever, and I can't wait to show them to my future kids! Thank yo SO much!

Melanie Kilsby

My daughter attended Angelina Ballerina for the year of 2014/2015. She had an amazing time! The teacher was so sweet and professional, taking the time to answer all my questions. The recital was incredible. I was shocked with how well everything was put together. She felt like a princess and loved every minute of it. We are definitely going back next year. We also had 3 of our boys in music lessons and the great thing for our busy schedule was having one school able to accommodate all their lessons with different teachers and all in the same time frame. It was revolutionary for us. The teachers were so patient and well knowledged. Gearing themselves to what the student liked in music and helping them through their learning process. We are already registered for next year and wouldn't want to go anywhere else. Did I mention, I drive from another city just to be able to go to that school? Yeah! I love them that much :D

Ray Lindbjerg

School is awesome! My kids love it.

Janel V

My daughter goes to this school for the Angelina Ballerina 1 class and it’s awesome! We love Miss Alicia and the community :)

J Calla

Great school, my daughter has been going here for over 5yrs, she has gained alot of skill & confidence in her dancing, she has made many lasting friendships, the teachers & staff are all wonderful knowlegable & patient, i would definately recommend this school to anyone interested in music & dance, lessons

Eduardo delavega

Best Music and Dance School all around. Great teachers.

Evie

Great location. Teachers are friendly and very helpful.

Brussel Sprouts

This dance school is a great place!

Ezra Krause

I have been taking guitar lessons for several years and have a super awesome, fun teacher! I really like going to Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance and I highly recommend it.

Heather MacLean

Great school for dance and music!!!! Great service too!!!

Kate Scott

My daughter has danced here for 3 years. Really well run, organized and great teachers.

Carroll Adams

Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance is a wonderful faculty. My three children enjoyed their time for many years getting an extra stimulating dance and music experience as well as social skills and emotional confidence in a safe and comfortable learning environment. The teaching staff were so kind and the excellent year end performances are some of our most cherished memories. I highly recommend this music school.

Sky 123

I love Learning new dance moves every time I go there. and I enjoy dancing there and I recommend it to everyone who loves dancing

Douglas Delipper

Amazing dance teachers and staff. My girls have been going here for the past 8 yrs.

Travis MK

This studio is like my second home. I've been dancing here for seven years, and i've never had a bad experience.

B McAdie

My daughter has been dancing at this school for 5 years. She loves it!! She has been in jazz and just started ballet. The staff are super friendly and the dance recitals are the best!

pierre marchildon

Great Honest Place!

Sr. Master Scott Karpiuk

The school is very professional and the staff and dance teachers are very caring. My daughter is loving class and I see a lot of improvements in her skill and focus! I highly recommend Walnut Grove school of dance.

Mercedes Heath

This school is hands down the most organized and well ran dance school in the Fraser Valley. They are always happy & professional.

Tandye Rowe

Loved the Bal-eh! show celebrating Canada's 150th year!! What a treat, can't wait to see more. ????❤️ Great school, great dancers!

Rob Villeneuve

Girls have been going here for 5 years now. They both love it.

Jenna Epp

We had one of the Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance teachers come to our school and give our students dance lessons! The students absolutely loved it. The instructor was easy to follow and gave clear directions. They loved exploring the different types of movement and trying the new dance moves! I would highly recommend the classes they offer as part of their regular programming.

sarah noh-fingler

This studio is amazing. I learn so much and improve every year with all the amazing teachers that are at this studio. i love it so much!

Karla Barton

This is our first year of dance at the Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance. My 12 year old daughter is enjoying learning hip hop and I'm enjoying the entire experience. Everything from dealing with the friendly receptionist to the quality of the 2 instructors we've dealt with. I highly recommend this school for anyone looking to involve their child in a positive and encouraging extra curricular experience!

Rembrandt Van Buckley

Girls love their classes!

Gaylene Thoeny

My family has been at this school for 8 years now. We love the consistency and professionalism of the teachers and staff. The fees include everything - costumes, videos and tickets of the year end show, so there is no extra hidden costs. There is so much potential for the kids to grow within the school with the 3 locations, multiple competitive teams, and other options. Special events and summer camp options are also a huge plus. Since the school does multiple music and dance classes at the time it is often possible to get your kids into different classes at the same time which save us time and from driving to another place!

Carolyn Van der Veen

Single-handedly the best and most reputable music and dance school. Staff are highly professional, responsive and skilled at meeting the needs of parents and students. They work to make the lessons and the overall experience hassle-free and they have some of the most top-notch teachers committed to each student's development. Our student has thrived after a year of lessons and we are thrilled. Our student looks forward to their lesson each week and have demonstrated marked improvement. Thank you!!

Kyle Darvasi

Great school! I took dance and music lessons here when I was younger and now my daughter is and loves it! Highly recomended. Great staff and teachers that care and want the kids to learn and have fun ????

neha hoonjan

I’ve been at this dance school for 7 years, and it’s been such an amazing experience. I’ve been challenged and i’ve learned so many new things here, and it’s such a fun and welcoming environment!

C Hunter

The music instruction and dance instruction are top notch.

Cara Dick

Excellent staff overall. Teachers have solid foundation and education in their subject. School is very well balanced. Dont see much favouritism which is a blessing. Front desk staff are very helpful and kind.

Graycious Lise

Eight years ago my two sons, now 15 and almost 18, started their music lessons at the School of Music and Dance. My youngest son has had the pleasure of being taught piano by Joanne. She, like all of the other teachers we have interacted with over the years, is professional, consistent and an excellent communicator. We are always kept informed about his progress and his challenges. He had actually started taking drumming lessons at the school but the teacher was able to identify after a few months of lessons that he would be better suited to the piano. As I hear him practice and perform now while working through the Royal Conservatory curriculum I am grateful for their insight and suggestions all of those years ago! I believe that his respect and admiration for his teacher is largely responsible for his decision to follow the career path to being a music teacher himself! For 6 of the last eight years he was at the school he also took jazz and/or hip hop classes. Once again his teachers, particularly Miss Angelika enriched his experience at the school with her ability to train and inspire. Dance has not only contributed to his performance in school musical theatre productions, but it has given him better coordination as he adapts to his body growing and changing. The opportunity to perform at year end assemblies offered by the school has also given him a great deal of invaluable confidence. My older son has taken guitar lessons with Ryan for a couple of years and then he moved to Jonathan. Because the school offers multiple lessons in the same time slots, both of my boys were able to take lessons at the same time. A real time saver!! Again, his musical abilities have been encouraged and he has had opportunities to showcase his progress in the year-end concerts. He has a great passion for playing guitar and due to the consistent theory lessons throughout, he has a strong basis for writing music as well. My boys lives have been positively influenced by their experience at the school. From a parental standpoint the administrative staff have helped make scheduling a breeze. The fees for lessons have always been directly debited monthly from our bank account simplifying the payment process. The owners make themselves known and available. I have had them respond and manage any concerns I've had over the years immediately and fairly. At the beginning of summer they throw an annual year end BBQ bash to celebrate the kids and say thanks to the parents. Their generosity is unmatched.

Jason Simpson

Both my children have taken dance lessons for the past few years, and they have enjoyed every minute of it. The staff are very professional and have a deep concern for the children's well being and learning. The owners clearly care for their business and those who patronize it... the recitals and student appreciation days in the summer are really the extra mile. We look forward to continuing on with the School of Music and Dance in music classes!

Faith Annan

I love it here!

Amanda Lindbjerg

It is a pleasure to be part of the WGSMD family. We absolutely love the teachers and staff.

Andrew W

We have been at this dance school for 10 years. My girls have really enjoyed their dance programs.

Gail Macadam

An investment in our son- money well spent at the walnut grove school of music! Teaching him music, discipline, perseverance and so much more! The owners are pretty amazing too!

Chelsey G

This Winter, we had one of the instructors (Carly) from Walnut Grove School of Dance come to our school and provide 3 sessions of dance instruction to our primary class. Carly was an absolutely amazing instructor! She was so helpful, patient and encouraging with the students and provided such a supportive environment so all students felt comfortable. The children just loved her classes and it was amazing to see how even the more shy children really had a chance to shine! You can definitely see the skill and passion Carly has for dance and we certainly enjoyed and appreciated her sharing this with us. Carly and the Walnut Grove School are dance are wonderful and I would recommend this school (and this instructor) to anyone interested ????

Vani Prem

Wonderful experience. Very professional. Enjoy recital and classes

Erin Labbe

We’ve had a wonderful year of dance at Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance! The teachers are knowledgeable and fun, the studio is organized and helpful and our daughter is loving it! Definitely recommend them.

Stacey Willy

Walnut Grove School Of Music And Dance has something for everyone!! We’ve been coming for over 4 years and my kids love it. The teachers are amazing with kids. It’s def become a family to us. With Music, dance and choir we have all our activities in one place. The staff are thoughtful and know each child and their names. My kids have made some amazing connections here. If you are looking for a dance home, you’ll be welcomed with open arms here.

HEATH MACLEAN

It was very good service????

KYUNG SIK CHO

It's a nice place

Imee Pingul

Great school! Makes a great community for the kids!

Nathan Jackson

Excellent facility and well run. The owners have very good hearts.

Kristine Russell

Excellent caring and experienced teachers. My daughter loves it!

Madison Hoelzley

This is an awesome school. They do a great job at recognizing their students and teachers! Professionally run.

Jonathan Visbach

My kids have been going any enjoying the classes here for years. Have had many amazing and dedicated teachers. Great facilities and wonderful, helpful desk staff.

Andrea Miller

The staff are very professional and helpful. I’m especially impressed with the ballet teacher who has been amazing with my daughter. I would recommend this music and dance school to everyone!

Lauren Epp

I danced at the Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance for 12 years. I enjoyed every single minute of it! The competitive program is amazing: the teachers are incredible, the fellow dancers are supportive, and the staff are welcoming. This school was like a second home to me.

Tara DeRusha

Both my daughters have had such an incredible time dancing with this school. The teachers and staff are incredible and I’ve watched my young daughters flourish! Highly recommended! Thank you!!

Robert Grieve

Awesome school. Great teachers!

Chris Roach

My daughter has done one year and will do many more years the staff and atmosphere is amazing.

Alicia Rempel

My three girls have been attending here for 8 years and we love it. Great teachers, staff.... well run & professional

Franki Hoogwater

I took lessons out of all three locations as a child and am thrilled to be able to put my daughter in lessons at the same school I went to. She is finishing her first year doing both music and dance lessons and loves it! If you are looking for music or dance lessons this is the place.

Anna Mullens

This dance school is AMAZING- we actually left for a year and ended up coming back because of the great service, impeccable organization and especially the organization of the final recital. This school has it dialed in so parents never feel stressed. It’s a gem. We will continue going here for years to come!

Clinton Stoffberg

I spent a few years studying here in high school. What I learned gave me a solid foundation for my future studies and led me into a career in music.

Jolene Van Huizen

My kids are loving their teacher!

Harp Samra

The Best School Ever!!

Cath Fairley

My daughter attended this fabulous school last year, it was her first time in dance lessons and she loved it. Despite Covid the dance lessons went online with ease and once allowed back into the dance studios, all safety protocols were followed. Would recommend to any budding dancers!

Carolina Ng

Everyone at this school is extremely dedicated to the students and it is special to see the students learn and blossom. The school is also a community leader in supporting Lynn Fripps Elementary School's fundraising efforts year after year. Lynn Fripps could not have had such a successful event without the support of the Walnut Grove School of Music and Dance. Thank you!

Anna Alvarez

Our daughter has been part of walnut grove music and dance for 10yrs. Friendly staffs and wholesome environment. Kids love it when they put up a year end celebration each year. Making them feel special.

Jon

Great teachers. I recommend this place

Jinkai Yu

Nice place and good instructors

Jim Miller

Great teacher for my daughters ballet class. Reception and everyone I have dealt with has been very helpful and professional.

Deborah Hunt

Fantastic school. Great variety in dance style. Year end recital plus so rewarding for students and parents. Very professional.

Jozen

Both of my daughters have been students here for years (music and dance), we have always loved the teachers and staff, but this past year, Val, Sam, and all the teachers and staff have gone above and beyond to make this year as successful as possible for all their students. We are truly grateful for their flexibility, creativity and hard work.

Kevin and Sara Kraushar

Our three children have been taking guitar and piano lessons with Walnut Grove School of Music for the last few weeks and we couldn't be more pleased. The instructors are professional, kind and very invested in their student's success. The front desk staff is welcoming and knowledgable. We would highly recommend this business to others.

John Bohne

I have been going to this school in both music and dance for years, and have been exceptionally pleased for all of them. Excellent staff, excellent teachers, and an overall exceptional music/dance school.

Summer Gross

We love the school of dance! The teachers are really knowledgeable and nice, the costumes are always beautiful and the year end recital is super professional. I would recommend this school to everyone.

Michael Sun

Nice place for my son to enjoy his dance favour.

Anne L

Over the years I danced recreationally, and competitively in Ballet, Hip Hop, and Lyrical. The teachers are all very passionate about what they do and have high expectations for their students. They will push you to be your best in the technical aspects, but will also remind you to have fun and really express yourself while performing. I danced at this studio for 7 years; I spent countless hours in and out of the studio that I eventually started calling it my second home. This studio fosters such a positive and caring environment for young dancers to explore what they love, and hone in their talents.

Charlene Brown

Our daughter had a wonderful first experience in group piano lessons! Hands-on and fun while in a professional and inspiring environment. They are so friendly and accommodating. Looking forward to the next set!

Sara Young

My daughter has been going to this dance for many years and they are always willing to help answer any questions I may have..

Ashley Moss

Such a well run organization

Janet Jin

Great school! My girls have been dancing here for several years - one just got her 10 year recognition. The girls have really enjoyed dancing at the school. It is very well run with professional and friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Lesley gordon

Great teachers and staff - wonderful school for our daughter!!

jessi major

Amazing staff and great dance studio- been here for 3 years and couldn’t be happier ????

Brian Fingler

Awesome teachers. Great dance programs! Loads of fun.

Raj Hoonjan

Daughter has been going for three years now. Loves it. Staff is super helpful!