Dance Studio

Denise Lester Dance Academy is a second home to my family, our daughter dances there , her friends are there. She has learned how to be a team player, love herself, be a good friend, work hard , don't quit. Learning how to be a good sport when you win and when you don't. Although rarely do they not win. Denise and her teachers are by far the best in the business, they treat the girls how any mom and dad would want their child to be taught, fair, honest and loving. When I was looking for a studio 10 years ago, I went to every studio in Durham and the second I walked in to DLDA and I saw Wendy bent down listening to a story of a little wee girl I knew it was the place of us. You won't get a better studio, a better place to leave your child and a better group of ladies teaching children.

I hired their dancer Tyra twice now and she was brilliant! Zahra is very professional, ensuring that they arrived on time and was great at communicating back to me quickly. The first time I hired her was 2 years ago for a U of T event with around 200 people. She was a great performer, surprising us by incorporating a modern song into her dance, and many people loved her show! Then last week, Feb 6th/16 she performed at a surprise bday party of 40 people for my boyfriend and she was Fantastic! It was in a lounge but she was just as comfortable performing at a personal level amongst us all circled around her, as she was on stage. One guest even commented that they were at the Sultan's Tent the night before, and their bellydancer was awful in comparison. I would definitely hire her again, and recommend them to anyone. Thank you Tyra and Zahra!

I just started dancing here for recreational a few weeks ago,and the difference from when I started to now is HUGE!The teachers are very helpful and kind!:)

Great facilities and instructors.

Super great teachers and dancers!

I’ve made all my best friends there I don’t know what I’d do without them I love the happy environment and I honestly rather be at the dance studio then anywhere else!!

My girl loves it

Both of my kids have attended Star Dance Academy at different times, and both have had a fabulous experience. The teachers, assistant teachers, staff and other families are all wonderful and helpful.