Dance school · San Diego, CA · reviewed since 2019
iHow 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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%97+25.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#3 of 28 dance studiosiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 93%
5.0★★★★★54 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Step 2 Dance - Dance Studio in San Diego at a glance
Google reviewers rate this San Diego dance studio five stars based on fifty-four reviews, with the owner responding to fifty-nine percent of comments. Customers describe professional, patient instruction for children, couples, and competitive dancers, noting that personalized lessons and a welcoming atmosphere help build confidence and technique. Recurring themes include supportive teaching styles for all skill levels and effective preparation for events or competitions, with no common criticisms identified in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 54 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 54 Google reviews (52 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 59% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
Service: Dance Studio serving San Diego, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other dance studios
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
This companyDance Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Step 2 Dance - Dance Studio in San Diego: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Step 2 Dance - Dance Studio in San Diego: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
97
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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ValueiValue · 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.Step 2 Dance - Dance Studio in San Diego: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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.Step 2 Dance - Dance Studio in San Diego: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 51.–
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Star ratings
54 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars54100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 52 written reviews
100%praise
Praise60100%
Complaints00%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price764%
Reasonable436%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2440%
Would recommend1830%
Quality & results610%
Honesty & trust47%
Speed & response35%
Communication35%
Price & value23%
What customers talk about
We read 52 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They are professional, dedicated, and truly invested in helping their students develop their skills and confidence\.”
“Highly recommend if you want to find a studio for your little one or even as an adult.”
“My daughter has been taking lessons here for the past 18 months, and we’ve had such a wonderful experience\.”
“is a world-class instructor with a genuine passion for teaching teenagers.”
“…n I first visited Olga’s school to sign up my daughters, I recognized right away that this was the real deal.…”
“She enjoys each class and Ms Olga takes her time to explain each dance move.”
“Olga is extremely helpful with mastering technique, and it is one of the more affordable places to practice!”
People customers mention
Olga9 reviews
Latin4 reviews
Ginzburg3 reviews
Vitaly3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Step 2 Dance - Dance Studio in San Diego for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
SShadette1 reviewiTotal 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. · 5 days ago★★★★★
Ms Olga has been a pleasure to work with. My daughter is 6 years old and has been learning different types of ballroom dances. She enjoys each class and Ms Olga takes her time to explain each dance move. Each class is individual to help little ones focus and it has been great to see my daughter’s progression. She is…
Reasonable pricePrivate lessonsBeginner's classes
MMelissa3 reviewsiTotal 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. · 5 days ago★★★★★
Great studio with incredible dance instructors! Olga is amazing and my daughter always looks forward to class every week. Highly recommend this dance studio!
Great pricePrivate lessons
IIMPERIA1 reviewiTotal 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. · 6 days ago★★★★★
Amazing teachers, professional atmosphere! Definitely recommend if you a competitive dancer or social or pro-am.
Great pricePrivate lessonsBeginner's classesAdvanced classes
IIsaac1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
Phenomenal studio! I’ve improved my dancing exponentially. I’ve only been with them for about a year and a half now and don’t plan on leaving my now new second home!
Great pricePrivate lessons
KKatelyn5 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
My daughter has been going to Olga's studio for 5 years and absolutely loves it! She's done competitions with them as well as just lessons for fun and has grown so much.
Great pricePrivate lessons
Jjian1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
is a world-class instructor with a genuine passion for teaching teenagers. Our kids has gained incredible technique, poise, and confidence under their guidance. We couldn’t ask for better mentorship!
Ms Olga has been a pleasure to work with. My daughter is 6 years old and has been learning different types of ballroom dances. She enjoys each class and Ms Olga takes her time to explain each dance move. Each class is individual to help little ones focus and it has been great to see my daughter’s progression. She is doing well in this class and it hasn’t even been a year. Highly recommend if you want to find a studio for your little one or even as an adult.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Private lessons, Beginner's classes
M
Melissa Murguia3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Melissa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great studio with incredible dance instructors! Olga is amazing and my daughter always looks forward to class every week. Highly recommend this dance studio!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Private lessons
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Славик1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Славик has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Phenomenal studio! I’ve improved my dancing exponentially. I’ve only been with them for about a year and a half now and don’t plan on leaving my now new second home!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Private lessons
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Katelyn Viveiros5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Katelyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My daughter has been going to Olga's studio for 5 years and absolutely loves it! She's done competitions with them as well as just lessons for fun and has grown so much.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Private lessons
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yun yang1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews yun has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
is a world-class instructor with a genuine passion for teaching teenagers. Our kids has gained incredible technique, poise, and confidence under their guidance. We couldn’t ask for better mentorship!
We absolutely love Step 2 Dance\! My daughter has been taking lessons here for the past 18 months, and we’ve had such a wonderful experience\. Her teacher, Olga Ginzburg, is an outstanding instructor who combines excellent teaching skills with a supportive and encouraging approach that makes learning enjoyable\.
The entire team of instructors is wonderful\. They are professional, dedicated, and truly invested in helping their students develop their skills and confidence\. The quality of instruction is excellent, and you can tell how much they care about what they do\.
The best part is how much my daughter enjoys dancing and how excited she is to go to class each week\. We’re so happy we found this studio and would highly recommend Step 2 Dance to any family looking for high\-quality ballroom dance instruction\!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Private lessons
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Ruben Yuzbashev2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ruben has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I can’t recommend Step 2 Dance School enough! Olga is not only an incredible dancer, but a true master of her craft. There’s a big difference between being able to dance and truly understanding the art, having the knowledge to teach it, and knowing how to bring out the best in students of all ages and skill levels. That’s what really sets Step 2 Dance apart from other schools.
I’ve coached youth and high school sports for 20 years, so when I first visited Olga’s school to sign up my daughters, I recognized right away that this was the real deal. I’ve since had the pleasure of watching both of my daughters grow and progress, and it’s been amazing to see what they’ve accomplished under her instruction.
Whether your goal is to compete or simply learn ballroom and Latin dancing for fun, Olga has the experience, knowledge, and teaching ability to help you get there. If you’re looking for a school that truly knows the art of dance and an instructor who knows how to teach it, look no further than Step 2 Dance School. I’ve seen the difference firsthand with my own daughters, and I recommend Olga without hesitation!
