About Elite Dance Company of Texas
Elite Dance Company of Texas is a well-known Classical Dance Studio for children aged 3 to 17. Led by Tiffany Knowlton, a retired professional Ballet dancer and National Award Winning Choreographer, the studio provides a variety of dance classes, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and more. Tiffany is noted for her kind and patient teaching style, showing true care for each student. Many parents emphasize the positive environment at Elite, calling it a second home for their children. Parents appreciate the personalized attention that Tiffany gives in every class, which helps children grow in confidence and discipline. With a wide range of classes and flexible schedules, Elite Dance Company is highly recommended for any child who loves dancing and is ready to burn some energy. Class registration is available 24/7 on their website, making it easy for families to enroll.
Hi y'all, I'm Tiffany Knowlton: Owner, Artistic Director, Dance Educator, Choreographer, Social Media, Costumes, and Grand-National Award Winning Coach of EDCT STARS Competition Team. I am a retired professional dancer who has been completely in love with dance since the age of 3. I am so grateful that I am able to forward my passion, love, and decades of experience in Fine & Performing Arts to the next generation of dancers. Addressing some of the outright slander and lies of the 1-Star review from Marie P.: #1: "The Owner/Teacher Ms. Tiffany can really be tough on the kids to the point that children cried after several of their class. She often gets upset at the children if they didn't understand a dance more or technique." I do not EVER "make children cry", that is not my teaching philosophy whatsoever. If a student falls behind, I advise parents to encourage their child to study tutorials and spend time on strength & flexibility at home, review choreography (that I record, upload, and spend my free time sending to dance parents via email), actually physically practice, and come to class prepared so we can move on in the next class hour. If a student falls behind by a more noticeable margin, I may become concerned. My ultimate goal is to see every student improve and become the best dancer that they desire to be. Competition Team and Recreational Dance are completely different beasts. My coaching of Elite's competitive dance team is more intense than recreational. I always support all students in their dance journeys whether competitive or rec. Marie P.'s daughter approached me backstage at Winter Recital and asked me to invite her to join EDCT STARS for '24. This student is a novice-level dancer with very little athletic conditioning or classical dance training, BUT, I saw her tenacity and a bit of progress, so I thought, "yes, let's do this together, I know I can make you better if I can teach you more often," and I did exactly that and then some. #2: "I spoke to the owner's husband Andrew and informed him that my job would donate money to an organization of our choice if we did volunteer work. I asked if that money could go to my daughter and he stated that it could not, that it would go towards each child's account and their account will show a credit for the money that was being sent. I told him that was fine. I started to do the hours and my job donated $600." At the initial meeting for STARS, we provided both high-end and low-end cost estimates for competition season. We stuck to the low-end as promised, AND delivered a spreadsheet of tuition deadlines, due dates, and provided a payment schedule to every parent. We never promised to give any sort of rebate, refund, or deduction to anyone. Our billing contract and policies are posted 24/7/365 on our website. We are extremely honest and upfront in ALL business dealings. We received $200 at three separate junctures, totaling $600, between the months of January and June from Marie P.'s employer via direct deposit to our 501(c)3 charitable branch, EDCT CARES. We cannot transfer money from charitable donation to a specific child's account even if a parent demands it, and we thoroughly explained this. Marie then proceeded to harass us for MONTHS via email, to the point we were advised by our attorney to cease direct communication with Marie regarding EDCT CARES charitable contributions. Andrew (Owner and CFO) is available at the front desk. Marie never attempted to communicate in-person, she bullies & harasses behind her computer screen, just as she has done here. Additionally, I teach EDCT STARS anywhere between 5 & 10 hours most weeks, and charge only ONE class tuition. I do not "get a paycheck", I work FOR FREE every day for the last 4 years. #3: "I started on my volunteer hours". No, you did NOTHING by way of volunteering. The only thing you volunteered was disrespect, bullying, harassment, and lies. #4: "Our child was supposed to
My daughter has been interested in dance classes since an early age. We have attended some studios in the area, and we found our dance home at Elite. The passion and commitment that Miss Tiffany has not match! She is the owner and the teacher of every class. You get that personalized treatment that makes such a difference! My daughter’s confidence and discipline have growth the last year because of what Elite has taught her. You don’t need a big studio to get the best instruction, the level of professionalism that Miss Tiffany brings to every class is sincerely the best! Convenient parking, great schedule, and array of classes is just part of her offering!
We’ve loved our time at Elite. My daughter started at 3 and we wanted to introduce her to dance. She looks forward to going each week, has made new friends, and has learned to dance! While FaceTiming her grandma she told her every step and was counting the beats. We are impressed! We would highly recommend.