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Art In Motion Dance Studio

Dance school · Tolono, IL · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%70+38.2Reliability 24%51+12.4Value 14%82+11.6Replies to reviews 7%19+1.3Experts Score= 63Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.63SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#15 of 20 ballroom dance studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 26%
4.7 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · 1 photos
90%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
10%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Art In Motion Dance Studio at a glance

Reviewers note the studio offers a variety of classes including ballet, jazz, and musical theater, with many families highlighting long-term enrollment and a supportive environment. Positive feedback frequently mentions professional instruction, a clean facility, and a welcoming atmosphere that fosters student confidence. However, low-star reviews criticize management for unprofessional behavior, including alleged inappropriate comments to students and difficulties resolving payment errors.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 49 reviews (90% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 49 Google reviews (31 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 21, 2026.
  • Service: Ballroom Dance Studio serving Tolono, Illinois.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other ballroom dance studios

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction70Reliability51Craft & service100Value82Momentum100Replies to reviews19Satisfaction: 70 (median 86)Reliability: 51 (median 80)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 82 (median 81)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 19 (median 31)
Art In Motion Dance StudioBallroom Dance Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Art In Motion Dance Studio: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.B
70
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Art In Motion Dance Studio: 51/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.C
51
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Art In Motion Dance Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Art In Motion Dance Studio: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
82
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Art In Motion Dance Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Art In Motion Dance Studio: 19/100 on this factor. Category median: 31.F
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Star ratings

49 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars4490%
  • 4 stars12%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star48%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 31 written reviews

  • Praise3492%
  • Complaints38%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2259%
  • Quality & results514%
  • Would recommend514%
  • Price & value411%
  • Communication13%

What customers talk about

We read 31 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “…it, the smell to the studio is immaculate, the teachers so loving and caring, the owner very nice to our kids and we will always support…”
  • “The dance training is top notch and the kids are exposed to instructors and choreographers from all across the country.”
  • “I recommend to anyone starting in dance or an older dancer looking for the best of the best to improve technique.”
  • “Fair enough.”
  • “Any time I have brought a concern to the studio owners, they have listened and responded in a caring manner.”

People customers mention

  • Chad 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

MerveilleLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Been coming here for the past 4 years , my kids love it, the smell to the studio is immaculate, the teachers so loving and caring, the owner very nice to our kids and we will always support

ReneeLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

My daughter has found friendship, strength, rigor, kindness and joy while dancing at Art in Motion for the last 3 years. The instructors and owners have so much intentionality with the way they interact with and conduct themselves with each dancer. Kindness and positivity all around and we are so happy to be a part of it!

Stephanie3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

My daughter has been dancing at AIM since 2021. She loves it! The studio is her second home and her fellow dancers and teachers, her second family. She knows all of her teachers truly care about her and want her to be not only the best dancer she can be, but the best person inside and out.

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Reasonable priceAdvanced classesChoreography classes
Maira5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

This is our daughter's 3rd year attending Art in Motion. We had no knowledge of anything regarding dance but she wanted to give it a try. Everyone at AIM was, and continues to be, so welcoming and patient as we navigate the dance world. Tricia, Chad, Skylee and the rest of the AIM staff are truly passionate about…

BenjaminLocal Guide · 477 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

My sister went to this studio for years. Such kind owners! Highly recommend! I'd give them 6 stars if I could. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nicole3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

My daughter loves AIM! We were welcomed with open arms by the whole team. I recommend to anyone starting in dance or an older dancer looking for the best of the best to improve technique. This studio is well organized, professional, and the owners truly care about dancers and their families. Recital is a true production and a highlight of our year!

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 49 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Merveille LuyeyeLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Merveille has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Been coming here for the past 4 years , my kids love it, the smell to the studio is immaculate, the teachers so loving and caring, the owner very nice to our kids and we will always support

Isabel Burtley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Isabel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Such an amazing dance company such kind teacher and talented dancers

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Advanced classes
Renee CozzolinoLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Renee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My daughter has found friendship, strength, rigor, kindness and joy while dancing at Art in Motion for the last 3 years. The instructors and owners have so much intentionality with the way they interact with and conduct themselves with each dancer. Kindness and positivity all around and we are so happy to be a part of it!

Stephanie Huff3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My daughter has been dancing at AIM since 2021. She loves it! The studio is her second home and her fellow dancers and teachers, her second family. She knows all of her teachers truly care about her and want her to be not only the best dancer she can be, but the best person inside and out.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Advanced classes, Choreography classes
Maira Wright5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maira has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This is our daughter's 3rd year attending Art in Motion. We had no knowledge of anything regarding dance but she wanted to give it a try. Everyone at AIM was, and continues to be, so welcoming and patient as we navigate the dance world. Tricia, Chad, Skylee and the rest of the AIM staff are truly passionate about dance and especially each of their dancers. My daughter is shy and often takes a while to warm up to people but they have taken the time needed for her to get out of her shell and to make her shine. She is now on AIM's company team and is excited to learn, grow, and build closer relationships with other dancers and staff. Her confidence has skyrocketed and it is clear that she truly enjoys going to dance every week. Her progress and growth as a dancer is evident. Thank you!

Melissa Ames2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Melissa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My two daughters have danced at Art in Motion since they were 2.5 & 3 years old - this is our tenth year at the studio. I originally chose AIM because of its reputation and the variety of classes they offered. (I loved that they offered musical theater, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, in addition to staples like tap, ballet, and jazz). My oldest daughter has been on the competitive team for six years and calls the studio her home away from home! My youngest happily took a variety of recreation dances and looked forward to the recital every year (and she just this year joined the company team so we've had years of experiencing the studio from all sides of what they offer!). What is impressive about AIM is the high-level instruction they receive. Classes at all levels (from small toddler classes all the way up to advanced lines) are taught by award-winning choreographers and instructors with degrees and ample training in dance. The impressive professional and alumni network the owners have fostered over the years also benefits dancers through annual workshops available to all AIM students. Besides for the skills they've learned here, the friendships are something they'll treasure forever. More importantly, the instructors and owners create a supportive environment wherein the dancers are taught to respect and value themselves and others and see their bodies as the vehicle through which their talent and strength is showcased in this artistic sport. I have no doubt I'll be watching at least one of my girls dance there until she graduates from high school and look forward to the studio being a regular presence in our family's life until then.

  • Positive: Communication, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Benjamin KhachaturianLocal Guide · 477 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Benjamin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My sister went to this studio for years. Such kind owners! Highly recommend! I'd give them 6 stars if I could. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jamie Donsbach1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jamie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This is the 12th year our daughter has been dancing at Art In Motion; her 7th year on the competition company. It is her home away from home! The dance training is top notch and the kids are exposed to instructors and choreographers from all across the country. Art In Motion consistently brings home top awards at competitions - and this is often against big studios from BIG cities! What has kept us part of the studio year after year is all that our daughter has learned beyond dance. She has learned a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills. I have no doubt the studio has also played a big part in building her self-confidence. She is surrounded by teachers and peers that push her to excel in all areas of her life - not just dance. She has consistently described the atmosphere as kind, compassionate and non-judgemental. Any time I have brought a concern to the studio owners, they have listened and responded in a caring manner. It is evident they care about all of their students and want to create a positive, nurturing environment through dance.

Nicole Almeida3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My daughter loves AIM! We were welcomed with open arms by the whole team. I recommend to anyone starting in dance or an older dancer looking for the best of the best to improve technique. This studio is well organized, professional, and the owners truly care about dancers and their families. Recital is a true production and a highlight of our year!

Angela Milano Petersen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angela has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Art in Motion has been a wonderful experience for our dancer. For the past 8 years, he has rapidly grown in skill and confidence and is now a polished young performer. I'm impressed not only with the skill level of the dancers, but the professionalism they are able to show with each performance. This comes from great preparation. The AIM staff makes dancing fun while instilling strong technique at all levels. But I think what strikes me the most is the commitment to developing the dancers as young people and preparing them for life after dance. Most won't move on to be professional dancers, but the lessons they are learning at this studio will prepare them to do great things regardless of where their paths take them. I am so happy we chose Art in Motion all those years ago and I continue to love this studio for my dancer.

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