Reviews of Pound It Hip Hop Studio (Dance School)

Yesenia Pratte

My son has been dancing at Pound it Hip Hop Studio since he was 7 years old and has grown as a dancer in many levels. You can expect to feel like a family here. I would highly recommend Pound It Hip Hop Studio.

Jessi Lute

My son (17yrs) started dancing at Pound It last year (2017/18). We felt welcomed right from the beginning. Such a friendly atmosphere that focuses on creating a family vibe. A great place for kids of all ages. We also love the quality of instruction and level of dance and hiphop education all dancers experience! Fantastic studio!

Jennifer Chik

I actually don’t know Rico, and haven’t danced at pound it, but I think he is fantastic! I have a friend whose son has been dancing at pound it for several years now, and I follow the pound it page on facebook and Instagram. Rico’s photos and stories are so amazing! I think he truly has a gift for taking hip hop (which is viewed so negatively at times) and street culture, and turning it into a positive, educational and historical art and learning experience, as well as an outlet for the younger generation. I think it’s awesome that he can run Pound It as a business, but it is clear that it is more of a passion for the youth that is what is his driving force. I think the Central Alberta community is very lucky to have him as such a positive influence on kids and teens in the community.

Naomi Jaber

Amazing atmosphere for kids. They've created a loving and hardworking community for the youth.

Angie Schultz

The family that dances together stays together! Everyone in our family has enjoyed classes at Pound It Hip Hop Studio! All ages, all abilities, will level up in their groove and find their style with foundational hip hop training at this studio! You are accepted, you are loved, and you will grow in confidence! Be part of the family as recreation or as competitive, there is a place for everyone!

Lexi Simmons

I’ve been apart of pound it for 6 years now and there isn’t any other studio I’d rather be apart of. This place has become a second home for me, and This studio is one big family.

Melissa Haase

Pound It and the Pound It family invited us with open arms into their world. This inclusive studio is everything our family could ever hope for. The culture is perfect and brings a love for music, movement, unity and individual confidence. We were a little apprehensive to join a hip hop dance studio with hip hop promoted the way it is in main stream culture, but to experience hip hop in it's root form was eye opening. Unity, art, love and support are all words we now use to describe this dance form. There are not words that can express the innate ability of Rico and the other instructors to connect with their students and promote the best in each one individually. They takes the time to learn and understand individual students and pushes them JUST the right amount to make them succeed and fly with their own wings. La Familia should not be the words used to describe just one group of dancers, instead it should describe the atmosphere of the studio. Whether dancing competitively or non-competitively you are part of the family! We recommend Pound It to everyone.

Kathy Tymchuk

Such an inviting and warm family atmosphere. I have been an instructor here going on 2 years , and am amazed at the diversity,talent and culture that exists here. Rico and Shannon make this studio warm and welcoming the minute you walk in the door. If you felt like you never fit in, you will here and be part of an amazing dance studio and family. Thank You Rico and Shannon.

Kayla Dufresne

Pound it Hip Hop is a place where everyone belongs! No matter if your young or old skilled or learning there is a class for you. You will leave every class feeling confident and proud! Don't hesitate joing the pound it family and finding your skills ????

Sharon Adler

Jayden has attended Pound It for the last 3 years. She spent the last year training to qualify for the Youth Olympic Games. She attended the World Youth Breaking Championship in Japan in May. None of this would have been possible without the training and support of Rico and the staff from Pound It. I began dancing with Pound It 2 years ago at the age of 55. O It is so much fun! Rico has made me feel welcome even though I cannot do everything the younger women (and men) can. It is a great, family atmosphere, and I would highly recommend this studio!

Alyssa Tomblin

We have been with Pound It for going on three years we absolutely love the company and how it has helped our son gain such confidence. He loves going to each class to learn new moves that he uses daily. Such a family friendly atmosphere that we are so happy to be a part of.The teachers are also fabulous and work with the kids so well. We would recommend to anyone!

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Monica Hamilton

A nurturing and encouraging environment where dancers of all ages and abilities are given the opportunity to learn not only street style dance but the history and importance of hip hop culture.

Angie Lukens

2018/2019 will be our son’s fifth season at Pound It Hip Hop Dance Studio! Rico, the studio owner and lead instructor, is knowledgeable, very talented and is an excellent mentor for the kids within his program. He teaches the fundamentals of true hip hop culture while at the same time making the classes fun for participants. Part of the education and training provided by the studio has been in the form of world renowned, top notch, international guest instructors from as far away as Germany and the USA. This studio offers a welcoming environment and grass roots hip hop at its finest! I wish I could give them 10 stars!!