2026-03-21T22:04:58.744Z

Finding the right program for your children can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when it's hard to find a place that truly understands your needs. I thought I had found the perfect program—placing her in dance class because she's always asking about dancing. I came across a place called ZDDA in Lanham, which seemed promising. When I visited to inquire about the program, I was told it was full. They mentioned that a parent might be withdrawing, so I returned later and was told there might be an opening. I even called to secure a spot before learning the class fee was $110. However, they tried to place me in a combo class—probably hip-hop, ballet, or jazz—where I was only interested in ballet for my daughter. It turned out that after filling out the registration and paying a fee, I received an invoice for $270, even though the classes hadn’t started yet. The fees included a parade fee and tutoring costs, which I wasn’t expecting. I wanted only the ballet class, and the staff agreed to reduce the fee to $125, but I realized I hadn’t been fully informed about the non-refundable registration fee until I saw a screenshot from their literature. Since our classes begin tomorrow and I haven’t even stepped inside the building, I find it unfair that they took $50 just like that. Sometimes, navigating these programs can be tricky, especially when policies seem more focused on money than supporting families. I’ll share the conversation screenshot because I believe this important information should have been communicated upfront, not only when I asked about the costs.

2026-02-18T09:16:49.763Z

ZD Dance Academy is a safe, nurturing environment for my toddler to begin her dance journey. She loves her ballet, tap and acro classes! It's the highlight of her week.

2026-02-14T10:21:45.113Z

Absolutely amazing and as a former dancer, instructor for 35+ yrs. I won’t go anywhere else to have my grandson learn his lesson and be taught the dance world and have fun all at the same time! Recitals are amazing!! FYI- most be a Otha that the children sign cause my grandson won’t show me a thing at home but when he hits the STAGE!!! Baby!! I’m in tears!! To see that he is learning!

2026-02-12T17:46:18.774Z

My daughter has been a part of the ZDDA family for 2 years. Monet' and the staff at ZDDA are amazing. Their care and dedication to the children is that of a family. Bringing the ideal of 'it takes a village' to a vibrant reality. My daughter enjoys her tap, hip hop, ballet and tumbling sessions. She always raves about what she learned and displays a positive recollection of her session's experience. As a parent I really appreciate how ZDDA incorporates fundraisers for the dancers, with the majority of the proceeds going toward our tuition or recital fees. Although one cannot put a price on what the ZDDA family provides to our community...the fundraisers are a great way to assist us in offsetting costs for our little dancers. I look forward to the consistent thrive in my daughter's skill, experience and love with ZDDA. I sincerely appreciate the ZDDA family!

2026-02-11T13:16:48.049Z

2026-02-11T01:45:02.137Z

We Love ZD dance academy, we have been apart of the ZD academy for 6 years both of my daughters have grown in dance tremendously. We appreciate the staff and the care given to our children when they attend.

2026-02-10T00:04:05.339Z

Our daughter has been in ZD since she was two ! I have seen so much progress in her dancing skills over the last two years ! ZD feels like a family - high recommend !!!!!

2026-02-08T00:10:58.985Z

My girls have been apart of the ZD family for about 3 years now and they love it!!! Wouldn’t send them anywhere else💚💜