Diane Matthews School of Dance Arts

Why Choose Us?

2023 Survey results are in!

See below why our students and families enjoy our studio and why you should too!

  • Yes, I have been here for more than 20 years and I love this studio. I recommend it frequently to anyone who will listen. (Adult student, 2023)
  • Yes. My 4yr. old started in Pre-dance and has blossomed into a beautiful, strong confident dancer.  This studio produces quality dancers, quality performances and quality events. Everything is done in excellence. (Parent of teen dancer, 2023)
  • DMSODA/WCDW is a school that pushes students without making them feel uncomfortable or bad about themselves. (Teen Student, 2023)
  • Both of my daughter’s instructors were on point. They knew what was going on in the studio, sent music and videos when needed, provided guidance, and also provided encouragement throughout the year. Both instructors pushed my dancers to do and be their best. (Parent of pre-elementary and elementary students, 2023)
  • It is an overwhelmingly positive environment that all our children need these days. (Parent of first year pre-elementary student, 2023)
  • Absolutely! We look forward to returning and have encouraged others to join. The diversity of our community is truly present in this amazing family environment. (Parent of , 2023)
  • An important lesson that I learned about myself this year that I will carry into next year is my strengths. I learned what I am good at and what I like to do. (Teen student, 2023)
  • Inclusive, diverse and faith-based – we absolutely love it here! (Parent of first year, pre-elementary student, 2023)
  • Our fist year experience was amazing! (Parent of preteen, 2023)
  • One of the best things about being on Dance Team (performing company) is getting to build relationships during performance days/dress rehearsals when we get extra time to hangout together. (Teen student, 2023)
  • Our teacher was amazing with our girls. (Parent of pre-elementary student, 2023)
  • All 4 of our instructors provided strong instruction in technique in a positive and constructive atmosphere. (Adult dancer and parent of teen dancer, 2023)
  • I danced there over 30 years ago. The values and morals of the dance school are still what I remember and appreciated when I was a young dancer. (Former student and parent of elementary student, 2023)