Dandelion — Local services in Kissimmee

I’ve been attending this studio for some time now, and while it has potential, I feel there are serious concerns that need to be addressed—both in terms of staff and equipment.

First, I’ve had multiple uncomfortable experiences with April. She consistently shows low enthusiasm, seems disconnected during class, and creates a tense environment that makes it hard to feel encouraged. I understand everyone is going through something, but that energy should not spill over into class—it’s unprofessional and unfair to paying clients who come to the studio looking for a positive and uplifting experience.

What’s more troubling is that, as a Latina, I’ve personally felt—and have heard from many other women in my community—that April treats Hispanic and Latin clients with noticeable coldness and distance. Several of us have even started avoiding her classes entirely because of how unwelcome we feel. That’s not right, and it absolutely needs to be addressed. A studio should be inclusive, empowering, and safe for all clients—no matter their background.

Second, the condition of the equipment is unacceptable for the price we’re paying. Pole memberships are not cheap, and yet only two or three of the poles in the studio function properly. The others either don’t spin correctly or get stuck mid-move, which is not only frustrating but unsafe. It feels like the money being paid isn’t being reinvested into the upkeep of the studio, and that needs to change.

I hope the studio takes this feedback seriously. A supportive atmosphere and safe equipment are the bare minimum for...

2024 update:

Dandelion is still one of the classiest and most well run pole studios in the country, just such a positive and chill vibe. Ari is a fantastic instructor, like I left with good notes to work on. Dandelion has the best crash mats of any pole studio I have ever set foot in. It was so good to come back for a bit.

Original from Summer 2018:

Been coming here since November 2017 and I'm more or less enamored with the place. Amazing instructors. Perfect studio. Easily the best value for pole in the area; risks becoming a victim of its own success with the occasional...

I love this dance studio!!! They are the cheapest pole fitness/aerial arts studios in town and still have amazing, quality instructors. It is so much fun I never feel like I'm exercising here, the time flies and I don't want to go home when class is over. The instructors teach to your level by providing many options so you never feel like you can't do a routine, and harder options make it so you can always be challenged. The students are very supportive as well. It is a family environment where new students are always embraced...