Jini Dance Academy

This studio is the «gem» of the Inland Empire. The staff is beyond exceptional. The studio is big and clean. Their prices are reasonable and they provide excellent dance instruction. I have danced at many studios in the IE, and most of them make you feel uncomfortable when you first attend. Not so here. They are warm and welcoming and never judgmental of us insecure adult dancers. I am recommending this place to all my adult dance friends. Additionally, they offer your first class for $ 2! Who does that anymore? In the old days, your first «try-​it» class was always free, now you cannot even find a studio that offers a discount for the first class. This studio is a real gem, and I will not hesitate encouraging my friends to attend. The teachers are super down-​to-​earth and do not treat you like you are just another student. It is difficult to find a dance studio who understands the needs of adult dancers, who maybe haven’t danced in a while. Mr. Friday can make even beginners to hip hop look good. If I could have given this place a higher rating I would have. I have found a place to dance that will be a permanent in my life. Thanks to the owner and staff at Jini Dance Academy. LOVE YOU GUYS.

My granddaughter dose ballet &tap she’s 4 and is going to be in her first recital the instructors are very patient with the younger children and my granddaughter just love to dance

So I haven’t done a dance class in about 10+ years just to give you a little history. Lets begin I took a hip hop beginners class today at 8PM with Friday and he was great (and cute) lol. It was only myself and another girl which I enjoyed considering I’m a little rusty ;). I took an intro class for $ 2 whaaaat?! Thats a great deal! I will try a couple more classes to see if I commit to register, i will update soon. Great class, good music, and good energy.

The studio seems to be in a nice location. Easy to find. Studio is nice but can use some sprucing up. I wish I could share that my experience was great, but for me «Customer Service» is a really big deal. The owner happened to be present upon my arrival. No introduction of any kind was done. I actually had to reach out and introduce myself. Even the young lady at the front desk ignored me and didn’t say hello when I walked in. Very unprofessional. If this visit was for me to sign up my young son or daughter, honestly I would have walked in and walked right back out. I was there visiting a friend & from what she shared. She felt the same way. Her daughter had expressed that during a stretching activity, she said it hurt. The teacher basically ignored what she had said & made her continue anyways. This is not ok. I really do hope things get more organized and that the staff there learns more about customer service.
My friends daughter did not re-​enroll.

Girls just started class and love it. Staff are very friendly. Instructors are great with one on one making sure my daughters understand. Excited about them starting practices for community parades coming up

My daughter just loved the chance to take a dance class with other children.
Signed up through the city for 4 Saturday classes for little ones. Went to the first class, missed the second class. When I went to the 3^rd class was told it was the last class. I explained to the teacher this is class 3 and I signed up for 4. She said I don’t think so. I usually do the contracts to match my summer scheduled. They were in the middle of changing locations and said I can go to the new location and I would receive an email about it.
Never received an email. .Have to mention on the last day of class I received a coupon for the dance wear? Teacher is was late to the 2 classes we went to. Not really organized (Maybe because they were relocating at the time) Not very professionally run. You know when someone smiles and if feels forced… that’s how it felt the whole time. Maybe we just took the class at a bad time.

Jini is Amazing!!!
She is the very best you could
wish for in a teacher and her classes
are so rich, rewarding and fun.

A great addition to the City of Montclair. This iS
to start dancing and. honing your craft. There are a variety of classes and dance styles a student can take, very affordable class packages, and best of all a positive minded and friendly owner. Surujini is very helpful and
her business. This is the place to be :)

Jini is just amazing! From classical ballet training to contemporary to hip hop, all classes are taught by professional and caring individuals. Each instructor provides their own creative flare and devotion to their students.

I love love Jini dance academy, they offer so many classes from kids to adults. All the instructors have different styles which is a plus and they’re all currently I involved in the dance scene which was what I was particularly looking for. All the instructors are so nice and sweet and professional they also teach high quality technique and dance discipline. I would recommend for everyone to try this place out, you won’t regret it!

I just got done taking a master class here with Kassy Francis and this studio was a great experience. The owner, Surujini was very helpful and informative with classes in her studio and she was very friendly. I highly suggest this studio to kids and teens wanting a positive environment to learn and grow in the art of dance.

My daughter is 3 years old and she loves attending their Saturday ballet/​tap combo class. The teacher is great and the kids all love her. I am glad I found a great activity to send my daughter to. I would defiantly recommend anyone with kids who have lots of energy and an interest to dance to bring their children here.