Testimonials

Read testimonials or write your own review for DancePro Academy today.  Whether you are a parent of a child or a student, your opinion is valued and other parents would like to hear what you have to say.  Many parents of young children would like to hear about the baby ballet classes as this may be the first time they’re bringing their children to a class and maybe looking for some encouragement or piece of mind.

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We aim to offer the highest standard of classes.  Education in dance and performing arts can be carried through into all areas of life; they’re not just weekly classes. Confidence, self-esteem, posture, coordination and discipline are all criteria for learning to dance.  DancePro Academy is so lucky to have teachers that all hold professional qualifications with the ISTD.  They also have extensive experience and expertise in their field.  All teachers working for DancePro Academy hold a current CRB/DBS.  

• Gill is an amazingly talented teacher. She inspires the children with her enthusiasm and knowledge. The girls love the classes and the school has a fun and professional ethos. Would highly recommend.

  Natasha Crow

• I just wanted to say how amazing I thought the whole show was- Congratulations to all of you at Dance Pro Academy for an amazing weekend and thoroughly well deserved success! **** is absolutely shattered but so proud of herself as are we.
  

  Kirsty Taylor

• [My little girl] loves coming to ballet every week and that’s good enough for me, but I couldn’t believe how much she knew! She’s been showing all of our friends and family. The whole class were great and I just wanted to say you do a fantastic job. Keep up the fantastic work.

  Danielle Coe

• Gill and her colleagues provide a fantastic musical theatre experience for all children. My nearly 4 year old little boy absolutely loves her classes. He has so much fun and runs in each week! He reinacts the classes at home! It has also helped his overall development, socially and physically. Skills such as language, balance, social interaction and confidence have all improved through the classes. Most of all, he just has a wonderful time!

  Lizzie Hastings

• I have known Miss Gill for a long time now and I know that, for her, dance has always been more than a hobby. It has been a life-long passion. Now her performing days are over she is eager to pass on that passion to the next generation. The life skills and discipline helped her through the troublesome teens and into adulthood. I have seen some of her work and that of her students and am really impressed by their hard work and dedication. Yes, I am her mother and am, perhaps, a little biased. I could not be more proud of her and her pupils. Dance is for everyone and above all fun but the other lessons learned alongside it truly are life enhancing.

  My Mum

• Miss Gill did a fantastic job on the DancePro Show. The show allowed all the children to and they had a great time practicing and then performing. My daughter does a lot of after school activities but she loves this one so much. Miss Gill is great with children and has a gift for knowing everyone’s name!!!!

  Katie Coates-Maclean

• A HUGE well done to you Gill for putting in all your hard work to put today's performances together. **** has come away full of happiness and she is full of proud to be apart of the show, thank you very much for teaching her! Big congratulations
  

  Emily Gevaux- Adams

• Congrats again on two blooming fantastic shows! My girls loved it and all of the children performed so beautifully which is a real credit to you and how well they had been taught in the run-up to the event. Your hard work has not gone unnoticed!
  

  Lisa Barnaby

• That was an absolutely magical performance, I cried all the way through what a special lady you are to create such a wonderful show for these children. Thank you SO much, it really was so lovely
  

  Charlotte Missenden

• Q: Which class(es) do you attend? What is your favourite and why?
  A: Musical theatre, modern, tap, ballet. My favourite is modern because it allows me to express myself and my dance style. Musical theatre comes in a close second.
  Q: Do you have a different circle of friends at DancePro Academy than at school? What do you think the benefits are of having a different group of friends here?
  A: I do. It's useful because you can have different friends to turn to and to have dance friends who know how you feel about it
  Q: What do you think about the teachers and staff?
  A: The teachers and staff are always so lovely and encouraging
  Q: What is your favourite part about attending DancePro Academy?
  A: It's fun and you learn new skills and can be challenged to many things
  Q: Did you participate in the show? How did you find the experience?
  A: I did participate in the show and it was an amazing experience

  Lily- May, aged 9

• Q: Which class(es) do you attend? What is your favourite and why?
  A: Ballet, tap and modern. My favourite is modern because it’s really fun.
  Q: Do you have a different circle of friends at DancePro Academy than at school? What do you think the benefits are of having a different group of friends here?
  A: Yes. It’s good because it’s nice to have lots of friends.
  Q: What do you think about the teachers and staff?
  A: I think the teachers are good. Miss Gill is fun.
  Q: What is your favourite part about attending DancePro Academy?
  A: Getting to dance to music and playing games in the modern class.
  Q: Did you participate in the show? How did you find the experience?
  A: Yes I was in the show, it was amazing. I loved being on the stage, I wish I could go on stage every week!

  Laylah, Aged 6

• My daughter attended a different company last year, and I can see what a difference DancePro Academy is. My daughter really likes going, I spot her putting her ballet shoes on and doing her dance positions at home on her own and has even learnt the names of the positions! The teacher has an excellent way with the kids, is friendly, very organised and efficient, and has always a show or workshop on the go, so it is a very proactive academy. I would definitely recommend.

  Marta Gil-Sanchez

• Congratulations on a fabulous show. What a wonderful experience
  

  Talia Teren

• Q: Which class(es) do you attend? What is your favourite and why?
  A: Ballet, tap, modern. My favourite is modern because you can dance without special shoes and it is fun
  Q: Do you have a different circle of friends at DancePro Academy than at school? What do you think the benefits are of having a different group of friends here?
  A: Yes. They like to dance and I might see them at secondary school
  Q: What do you think about the teachers and staff?
  A: They are very helpful and kind. Miss Gill is lovely and helps me lots
  Q: What is your favourite part about attending DancePro Academy?
  A: I get to learn different types of Dance
  Q: Did you participate in the show? How did you find the experience?
  A: Yes, I was very proud and it was excellent
  Q: Do you have anything else you would like to share or suggestions you would like to make?
  A: I like things the way they are.

  Annabelle Gaskin, 10

• My daughter loves her classes at DancePro Academy. As well as teaching her to dance she has made great friends and really grown in confidence. It has been so lovely to see and I cannot recommend Miss Gills classes enough!

  Kerrie Calladine

• My daughter was just turned 7 and very shy when she started ballet with Miss Gill. Now, 18 months on, she's performed in a show on stage and passed her first ballet exam with a merit! Her confidence has grown and she loves the classes. Miss Gill really cares about her students and is brilliant with them, I highly recommend Dance Pro Academy.

  Kirsty

• Fantastic school and teachers - highly recommended! Gill is a fantastic dancer and teacher- such an inspiration to the children. I would highly recommend DancePro Academy to anyone!

  Kelly Mathys

• I just wanted to say a huge thank you for this weekend. It was so much fun to be part of and **** loved it. She came home and said it was so much fun and loved being with all her friends. The performances were so impressive and the music choices were great. I can’t wait for next year and to see what the kids get up too. Thank you for all your help and patience
  

  Emily Baho

• My daughter loves the Mini Musical Theatre classes and has really enjoyed learning some dance moves with all the other kids. Gill’s incredibly enthusiastic and passionate about dance and that comes through abundantly in her teaching.

  Steve Ash

• The Summer Academy was wonderful. I feel my daughter really improved and definitely enjoyed it.

  Jennifer Cave

• My daughter and son take classes with DancePro Academy. They both love their classes and adore miss gill!! Her passion, talent and enthusiasm is catching! Couldn’t recommend more! Amazing teacher and amazing academy! Have told everyone to go along. Amazing and Gill should be really proud!

  Amy Jackman

• My daughter absolutely loves her dance lessons and has learned so much body control, balance and rhythm. Gill is truly a great teacher.

  Saija Mahon

• My daughter has been part of the DancePro Family now for nearly six years. She started out with mini musical theatre and now does 3 classes a week. She absolutely loves them and adores Miss Gill. Her passion is obvious and mirrored by the students- it's infections. She is a fabulous teacher and a lovely person. We are so please to have found her!

  Amy and Betsy

• I was so impressed by the girls' dances! They truly were outstanding as was everyone else. My husband commented on the beautiful ballet outfits and he thought it was the best show yet! You are truly inspirational to the children and amazing at what you do! 

  Sarah Gaskin

• Grace loves her dance classes, it’s so lovely to see how she’s progressed over the years and grown up with her lovely DancePro girls Gill you have been an amazing inspiration and teacher to Grace . We can’t wait till the girls can all get together again properly ❤️#staysafeeveryone

  Arlene Armstrong

• Professional and great fun. Gill is really passionate and enthusiastic, and my kids love her!

  Claire Greenwood

• Thank you Miss Gill for making one little ballerina a very happy girl. She loves your classes and asks every week how long it is until Tuesday so she can get into her ballet and tap shoes again.

  Lisa Hill

• Just to congratulate you on a great show!!!! Having watched it this year I can honestly say it was adorable!! You should be so pleased!! Well done you!!!!
  

  Amy Jakeman

• My daughter loves mini musical theatre! She looks forward to her class every week. Gill is a fantastic teacher and keeps all the children engaged and highly entertained. Gill deserves a medal controlling all the rowdy toddlers. We are keen to start ballet in the new year!!! I would highly recommend Dance Pro Academy to anyone. Thanks Gill xx

  Lauren Grace

• My 3 year old daughter loves the class and I’d happily recommend the class to anyone with a child who loves dance and music. Gill’s class is perfect balance of dance and fun. The class encourages the children to practice and improve their movement, coordination and to explore their imaginations.

  Joanna Boyce

• Gill’s adult ballet class is great fun and great exercise too. Gill provides a really welcoming and comfortable atmosphere so that everyone can join in, no matter what their level of ballet experience. Highly recommended!

  Theresa Malone

• Thank you for putting on a wonderful show! **** has really enjoyed the whole experience.
  

  Katerina Mair

• I think the school is a reflection of your character and ethos. Everyone should, of course, be proud of their personal achievement but the collective achievement is directly attributed to your ability, ethos, direction and general manner.
  
  You clearly have a true love of dancing, it’s clear you also have a lovely attitude to the children being little people with individual needs. You are also a true professional Gill that is quite obvious.
  
  I think you should give yourself a big pat on the back. Birds of a feather flock together and I think you are attracting the right crew. That’s great for all concerned. What a wonderful school you have created.

  Jo Torres

• My daughter has been attending Dancepro Academy now for 3 years. She has learnt so much in that time as well as doing exams and performing in shows. She always comes out of her classes on a high. Miss Gill is everything you could want in a teacher - enthusiastic, fun, knowledgeable, creative and a master at keeping discipline when she needs to! Highly recommend

  Jemma Winborn

• Fantastic dance school. My daughter has been there since Miss Gill started the school and absolutely loves going to class each week. She has learnt so much and enjoyed participating in the show. Gill is amazing with the children.

  Sarah Gaskin

• Thank you so so much for an amazing show! It was truly magical and we were so proud of everyone!

  Zivile May

• I cannot recommend enough this wonderful school of performing arts. Gill is an excellent teacher with a very rare gift of engaging with the little ones. My daughters although different in age love their respective dance classes. I have watched my little girls blossom in confidence and ability. I feel very lucky to have found this school and privileged that my girls are part of it. Cannot wait to see them progress further while having fun.

  Jo Price

• I wanted to email you to say thank you so much for putting on an amazing show today, my family and I loved it. **** absolutely loved every moment and can't wait for the next one as well as her wanting to learn every type of dance style possible.
  Please pass on my sincere thanks to everyone who had any involvement with the production as they did a fabulous job too.
  

  Natalie Rollo