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The Underdog Dance Corp.
“I've been able to put what I've learned to good use in social settings and I am looking forward to continuing learning various styles of dancing with Underdog.”
Best Dance Classes in Waterloo, ON
15 studios listed · 11 in Waterloo · 10 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Star Performance Academy
“Everyone enjoyed it and it really was a great space to allow kids to explore dancing.”
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Carousel Dance Centre
“So welcoming, includes every single tot and encourages them by name all class long.”
Hepcat Swing Dance Studio
“The social dances are fun and an opportunity to practice your moves.”
Morée School Of Dance
“Miss Michelle is wonderful; our daughter loves her dance classes, and really enjoyed her week at dance camp.”
Reach For the Stars Dance Company
“The studio offers a fun, positive and caring environment where all dancers can reach their full potential.”
The 15 studios listed for Waterloo, ON teach dance. Which styles and age groups each one runs comes from its own site; ratings and family quotes come from public listings.
Area overview: Waterloo, ON
11 of the 15 studios we list are based in Waterloo; the other 4 serve Waterloo from Kitchener (6 km). The studios on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 550 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (96%), professionalism (92%) and value (76%). 10 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 23 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enrol.
How are the dance studios on this page rated?
13 of the 15 studios on this page are rated 4.5 or higher. Dance reviews are worth reading rather than counting, because they tend to say a lot about communication, fees and how a studio treats a child who is struggling.
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Premier Dance Academy
“My dancer was new this year and I am blown away by the confidence she has after being with this studio.”
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Remix Swing
“I've never been a big dancer, but Mikaela is an amazing and patient teacher, and she's built such a lovely and supportive community that makes it easy for a total beginner to join in and feel welcomed.”
Sri Abiramy Dance Academy
Nartana Kuchipudi Dance Academy
“! Affordable prices for the classes and a great learning experience is guaranteed”
Davenport Dance Project
“My daughter is having the time of her life at DDP.”
In Motion Dance School
“Lisa and her incredible faculty are not only incredibly creative and talented but they also stress the importance of being a part of a team, good sportsmanship and hard work.”
Waterloo Dance Lessons
“It has a very relaxing environment that one can forget the stress of everyday work.”
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Bojangles Dance Arts
“It's a perfect way to open up your little ones to other kiddos and the staff are all so sweet to the kids which is all any mom could really want.”
Evolve Dance Centre
“Great teachers, strong focus on positive team environment while giving the dancers excellent technique training.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in and near Waterloo
- “I have mostly taken classes with Emily and I can truly say - as someone who never thought they would even be close to becoming a person who dances - that she has a way to foster confidence in new dancers.” — from a review of The Underdog Dance Corp.
- “Had such a great first experience here! My daughter absolutely loved the trial dance class so much we ended up joining right after.” — from a review of Star Performance Academy
- “Miss Lisa has always been welcoming and accommodating to me as an adult dancer.” — from a review of In Motion Dance School
- “The way they have adapted to be able to accommodate online dance classes which have allowed my daughter to still follow what she loves which is dance, is priceless.” — from a review of Bojangles Dance Arts
- “I always feel welcome and accepted for who I am in the classes even though I had almost no dance experience before my first class.” — from a review of The Underdog Dance Corp.
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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