Find out what some of our happy dancers have said about us. These testimonials come from our current dance students and dance students who have attended classes in the past.
We love dancing! Poppy has so much fun in Mini Movers. Lisa is fantastic - patient and engaging with the children. The lessons are so fun and imaginative. Highly recommend!
- Joanne R
I've always thought of dancing as the best type of exercise for the body and soul. But, I have to admit, I had no idea how it would affect the smaller minds.
We have been going to Mini Movers for over 1 year and, especially with the social effects of lockdown, I feel it gave my son more confidence, coordination and emphasis on what we'd practice at home with general good manners, respect for others and fun ways to listen.
Thank you, Lisa!
- Claudia H
Adult Ballet classes are the highlight of my week: keeping mind and body in a good place. The teaching is excellent. The variety of content from term to term is great - with plenty to stretch and challenge dancers within the intermediate class from my perspective. As an older dancer, I really appreciate this opportunity to still grow and develop (even at my age)...and maybe even take an exam or two. A warm, friendly, supportive atmosphere amongst dancers in the class. Thank you for all you do.
- Helen, Forest of Dean
The Adult Ballet classes I attend are a welcoming environment in which to meet like minded people; the physical and mental benefits are amazing. It's the highlight of my week!
- Liz Wilson
My son attends Mini Movers. Lisa is a fantastic dance teacher. She makes the classes fun, engaging and varied. Every half a term there is a different theme such as jungle, robots & aliens, Nutcracker for Christmas etc. Children love Lisa's classes and I'd thoroughly recommend Mini Movers.
- E P, Lydney
I just love the Allsteps Adult Ballet classes. I consider it an elegant form of exercise which stretches the body and the mind. Lisa is a wonderful teacher and I appreciate that although in my latter years, she teaches the class with the same attention to detail as if we were going to perform on stage. The fellowship of the group is such fun too. Adult ballet is a childhood dream realised. Long may I dance!
- Christina, Trellech
My daughter has been dancing with Allsteps Dance Academy for 9 years, Lisa is a dedicated teacher bringing a high standard of teaching. She is very supportive and knowledgeable, aiming to get the best from her students and helping them reveal their true potential. The classes teach excellent technique in a safe and caring environment. My daughter enjoys her classes very much.
- Kathryn Goddard
Lisa Bishop (nee Rafferty) has taught all 4 of my children. 2 of which are now in full-time training to become professional classical ballet dancers. The early grounding in excellent technique and the encouragement given by Lisa helped them to achieve their goals. All 4 children enjoyed the classes immensely (for many years) and the benefits gained go far beyond being able to dance, perform and pass exams.
- Jean Heaman
My two daughters have been dancing with Allsteps Dance Academy now for 9 years. Lisa is a fantastic teacher who is highly dedicated to all of her pupils. She strives to get the best from each student and reveal their true potential. The academy is a very safe and caring environment and my daughters are extremely happy there and say they feel like they are part of a big family. They have made some great friendships and acquired life skills through their dance lessons, including patience, commitment, attention to detail and teamwork as well as achieving excellent results in the exams they have taken. I would highly recommend Allsteps Dance Academy to any parent considering dance lessons for their child.
- Nikki Revens
I cannot fully express how much fun I had with Miss Rafferty during the 13 years as one of her ballet students. From age 5 to 18 I learnt discipline and strength that I use in all aspects of life. She cared and supported me as I know she does for all her students and I feel lucky to have been part of the allsteps family. I will always have love for dance, but am yet to find a teacher as talented, encouraging and knowledgeable.
- Harriet Rose-Bailey