Purdance

I was new to the city and i was just Unilocaling for a good dance place. I came across purdance theough Unilocal and reviews looked good. So according to my schedule i could do only fridays and so i thought i l maybe try grant’s hiphop class first and maybe move on to different styles after 1 or 2 classes, but grants class turned out to be so good i did not want to move on to any other class: D I’v been going to his class for almost 3 months now. He is so talented, patient and he makes the class super fun to be in. He understands eveyone well, starts off to the comfort level and tries to up their level so that we dont feel like we are not improving. I am way more confident after joining his class. He is always ready with an awesome piece every week.
Everyone at purdance is very nice and kind and they are always happy to help you. I would definitely recommend purdance to all my freinds, especially grant’s class.

I love Groov3. Susan and Kerry are great, so much energy and the live DJ music is always awesome

Groov3 is the greatest hip hop class EVER! Susan and Kerry are super dancers and teachers! If you love to dance, you MUST try this class! Live DJ every class! All levels! Don’t wait– try it TODAY!

I would give five stars if it’s just for Ms. Jasmine. She is so good with kids, especially with younger ones.
However, I am not so happy with the attitudes of some other people. we were enrolled with another teacher for 3 – 4 yrs old class. My little one was not comfortable being in class the first time, cried. The teacher gave me a very nasty look and told me to take my little one out of her class in a very rude manner. I was pissed by that teacher’s attitude and wanted to drop her class right away. I told the owner I want to drop the class knowing there would be no refund for the rest of the month. The owner just said, «ok», didn’t even bother to ask why.
Glad I saw Ms Jasmine’s class and switched to her class, otherwise I would give only one star.

I really wanted to love this place. Everyone I interacted with was friendly, the facility was new and clean and bright.
However, I observed my daughter in the Saturday ballet/​tap/​tumbling class and was concerned by several things I saw which were developmentally inappropriate for 3 – 4 year olds (as a certified Montessori teacher for ages 3 – 6 who has studied early childhood development and appropriate practices)
*My 3yr old daughter waited for 13 consecutive minutes, seated «on the line», for her turn to roll across the gym mat during the tumbling portion of class. That’s too long to ask a 3yr old to sit and do absolutely nothing
*There was an excessive amount of correction when children tapped the floor with the «wrong foot» (left instead of right and vice versa) or stepped off the line. Many children of this age cannot consistently tell their left from their right
*Class just didn’t look like it was much fun, sadly. Lots of focus on «standing on the line» and «waiting your turn» at the expense of more appropriate and fun ways of exploring movement and expression for this age group
All of these things can be fixed. Hopefully Purdance will take this into account and make some changes. We’d love to give it another chance!

My 5yo just finished a week of dance camp with Ms. Nami. She *loved* everything about it. We previously tried another dance studio in the area and after one (8 week) session decided to go elsewhere. Purdance has nice and bright studios and the staff all seemed friendly. Their prices are fair and we look forward to weekly classes this fall! ETA: I really appreciated their quick, and personal, response to the message I sent through their (thorough) site. I’m used to something generic telling me to call for more questions, so that was nice.

I’ve only paid for classes with a credit card so I can’t speak to whether they accept cash or not. Purdance is in a lot on the corner and offers plenty of parking. It’s one street away from Brokaw Commons where there are tons of restaurants and snack places.
I absolutely love Purdance and I’m so glad my friends told me about this place. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming here, the instructors are amazing, and there is such a large range of different dance styles/​types taught here: K-​Pop (Korean Pop) to Popping/​Locking/​Boogaloo, Old School Hip Hop to Baby Ballet. Honestly, I was a little nervous to take the classes because I’ve never stepped foot into a studio before until earlier this month. But everyone is seriously so nice and welcoming here so I really didn’t have anything to worry about. Even if I struggle a little with the routines I can ask the instructors and they always help me out. The other students offer great encouragement as well and give helpful tips on a lot of the moves.
I purchased two packages within my first week of taking classes. Originally I purchased the 4-​class pack but I loved the classes so much I used that 4-​pack within a few days then purchased the 24-​pack. Unfortunately they are discontinuing the 24-​pack soon so I will have to get another package when my 24-​pack runs out. I would definitely recommend the packages so you can try out all the classes for a cheaper price than paying drop-​in rates. In addition to the packages I purchased the Purdance membership that offers some perks.
What’s also nice about Purdance is I can sign up for classes through an app called Mindbody Connect. On this app I can see what classes are offered, when, and who the instructor is.
I LOVEEEEE this place and would definitely recommend it.

It’s been a year. And I gotta tell you – this place just gets better. I got to know the owner Nami and she is absolutely great and cares a lot about her students and their progress. She runs a no-​nonsense business and always is welcoming. If you are thinking about taking dance classes, you gotta check this place out.

Purdance is a great place to learn many different dance styles for both kids and adults. Ive been doing several of the adult classes for almost a year now and what I really like about this place is (1) the quality of teachers (2) friendly atmosphere (3) variety of dance styles.
The teachers are truly world class. Many have traveled to learn from various «dance gurus» (OGs) and are both amazing dancers, and great teachers.
The purdance crew are great fun and really friendly. Beginners are warmly welcomed too. :)

Just wanted to thank Lisa for taking the info I gave to her and matching my 17 yr old daughter, Jaci M. with her new teacher Kayla Rossell for private lessons. We were never quite sure how to choose a dance school or what type of dance or teacher so Lisa made it easy for us. She allowed us to watch Kayla teach her Sassy Hip Hop class (unfortunately for 18 yrs and up only cuz Jaci would’ve joined that too) and we scheduled lessons to start the following week. First lesson was awesome for my daughter thanks to Kayla’s upbeat and positive teaching style and obviously her dance experience and knowledge.
I’m telling everyone I know about the variety of classes for all ages that Purdance has and that everything about the studio and staff so far are awesome! It’s spacious and even has lounges for parents to wait in. Again thanks Lisa and Kayla!

Tried out the Hip Hop class here and really liked the dance lesson. This dance studio has a variety of different types of dance classes to choose from. The place is well kept and is in a safe location. You can pay a walk in fee, or buy a package of 4 classes etc. there is also the Purdance membership that allows you to spread out the amount of times you can go over a longer period instead of having to use your package within the designated 30 days.

PHONE: I’ve called a couple times to get more information, and the girls on the phone are always really nice and friendly who are able to thoroughly and clearly answer all my questions.
TOUR: I came in on a weekday for a tour of the place, and the girl did a thorough job of showing me the entire studio even the back rooms that aren’t all the way done yet. This is a fairly new studio I believe not even a full year of being open yet if I remember correctly. It’s bigger inside than it looks from the outside with offices too in the back left of the building.
SETUP: When you walk in there is a front desk where you can check in and purchase package deals. There are chairs too in case you need to sit and wait. To the left is a small corner store with some merchandise being sold along with studio T-​shirts. Two studios are to the left. If you walk straight there are two more studios. When you walk to the left back there’s another hallway that leads to offices and more studio spaces. Bathrooms available too.
DANCE: So far I took an absolute beginner Kpop class, which was fairly challenging, but thankfully it was a big group so all the attention is not put on you even when they split the class in two groups. I really liked that the teacher does the routine with us even when he splits the class in half. It’s intimidating when the teacher expects you to do the routine on your own especially for a beginner class. He also slowed down the music then sped it up as we became more comfortable with the routine. I thought he did a good job making the class fun and breaking down the moves. The people in the class were having a nice time. We took a short break in the middle too. There were mostly girls in the class with three guys. I also liked that the guy teacher talked about guys and girls options for certain moves. It seems to start a routine at the beginning of the month, and build onto it until the end of the month.
OVERALL: Overall I like the studio. It has a new clean feel to it. Overall a younger population as far as the Sunday class I attended for adults. Temperature of the place was good considering it was probably an unseasonable high 70’s even 80 degrees outside. I think they turned on the air halfway through the class, but it wasn’t cold to where you will get sick. I love dance, so unless there is something horrible, then I don’t see a reason to knock off any stars at this point from my experience thus far. I plan to come back since I got a package deal. I’m looking forward to trying their jazz or ballet class.
COST: Drop in is $ 17 per class. Looks like most classes are an hour long, but some classes are an hour and a half. They offer package deals where the more you buy the more you save. 30 day time range to use the classes or else you lose them, or you can buy a membership and have an extension.

These days, the South Bay is all about Salsa/​Latin dancing and anything relating to romance. Aiite, that’s fine. Last year, in order to go to a place to sess, I would have to go to a 24-​Hour Fitness and use the Group X/​Aerobics room to dance all by myself.
But there came Purdance. A place that is equivalent to the dance spots in San Francisco and Oakland except close to the South Bay. Nami sure did her research when opening this place because there weren’t any places to session or take Popping, Locking, Krumping, Hip-​Hop etc. classes until Purdance was around. The best part about Purdance is that all the dancers have their credentials and were trained by the OGs. So these dancers know their stuff. The best part about it is, there is no drama, no egos, and the competition among the dancers are friendly, encouraging, and most of all inspiring.
Folks, this is where the Snuffleupagus goes to practice his Popping on Thursdays. Open sess is only 2 bucks (holy crap!!!). I’ll sure be bringing my Sesame Street buddies (Big Bird, Elmo, Count Dracula, etc.) to this spot to get it on!
I wish I could give more than 5 stars.

A gem of a place in San Jose. Good variety of classes of adults in all styles, especially hip hop. I thought I would have to go to San Francisco for these classes, but at Pur Dance you can take classes in popping, contemporary, even krumping! The teachers are great dancers and friendly. It is a long drive for me but well worth it.

I moved my six year old daughter from another Milpitas dance studio bc the staff were so rude and their organization was lacking. But that’s another review. This studio is further from my house but it’s so much better. The staff are friendly – I asked a million questions and they were so accommodating, all of her teachers are top notch, they really make you feel welcome, not like just another paying student. There’s also a younger and more diverse feel which I personally like. The facility itself is also bigger, more comfortable and has good AC! So happy here.

Purdance is AMAZING!!!
It’s rare to find a studio that offers such a wide selection of dance styles (especially for street styles of Hip Hop), while also having a community that is super friendly, genuine, fun, and helpful. Many of the teachers here are world class and very talented.
My favorite classes:
Cassie Begley’s Jazz (Adv Beg):
I’ve been taking Cassie’s class for years and so far, I haven’t found another teacher who teaches contemporary/​lyrical style jazz the the way Cassie does. She starts us off with a warm-​up that will kick your butt, but leave you to be a stronger, more beautiful dancer.
Alex’s Intro. to Popping:
Never thought I’d be one to get into popping, but Alex really breaks down the moves and helps us drill different techniques to pick up even as a beginner. The people + class is super fun and dope!
Nikki’s Waacking:
Nikki is a sweet teacher that offers fun dance combinations and a unique style to her waacking class. Every class builds you up for more confidence, fierceness, character style, and glam.
Kendyl Young’s Ballet/​Yoga:
Kendyl is a very kind and patient teacher. Her classes really great for beginners as she walks her students through each step of the way.
Dennis Infante’s Old School Hip Hop:
A more intermediate class, but still really cool and fun. Prepared to go back to the 90’s with this class and break out into a sweat!
Overall, there’s a dance style to be found here for everyone for all levels and ages. :)

There’s a nice blend of children’s/teens programs here and adult classes. The facility is fresh and clean, and the vibe is so positive! Nami greets me with a big smile everytime I walk through the door :)

My daughter went there to check it out and had a blast. The instructor was very friendly and my daughter felt comfortable with him. 5 stars!

My kids go here, daughter for ballet and son for breakdancing class. The facility is awesome, it’s huge and clean and brand new! Everyone who works here is warm and welcoming and my kids love coming here. I am probably going to start the K-​pop class — you can’t find that anywhere else! I definitely recommend Purdance, I am so glad to have found it!

I walked in to meet two of the teachers, Alex and Nikki. Alex is a professional popper. Nikki is a professional waacker. They aren’t your average teachers. They actively go to dance competitions and events in the bay. Perfect place for beginners, intermediate, and advance dancers. You’ll work your way up with real professionals. Most dance schools that provide hip hop classes, their teachers don’t enter jams and competetions. Take advantage of this place, trust me.
Yes, they do provide other dance styles and forms as well. Go check their website for their schedule.
Amin B.
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