What People Say About KICKS

"Hi Jo-Ann, I want to thank you for the congratulatory notes you have for Andrea at the studio. Thank you so much for all your support and I want to take this opportunity to also thank Courtney, Shana, and Mrs.Finn......many of Andrea's musical accomplishments are a result of the excellent training and coaching provided by her teachers at Kicks during these past years."
-Amy

"Courtney, My congratulations to you, your mom and the whole Kicks team on an outstanding recital. I am so impressed by the quality of the dances, the choreography and the dancers. You simply just blow me away every year. That is why I love coming to Kicks. The dances that sent goosebumps down my back, and almost had me in tears were the Rhythm Tap and the beautiful White lyrical routine. Simply breath taking. I always also love watching you dance and can't believe how amazing you are. Finally, I just have to tell you how much I love the four Dads. I was laughing hysterically. I could just picture you teaching the four of them those moves. What a great touch. Congratulations. That is why your studio is the best. You must be so proud."
-Monika Sipley
 Kicks Parent

"Dear Courtney and Jo-Ann, After seeing the show last night I would like to congratulate you on how tasteful it was. After having the recent opportunity to attend another Markham studio's recital, I was very pleased to be reminded that Kicks adheres to a higher ethical and moral standard than some other dance companies. The costumes in your show were tasteful and appropriate for children and young adults. The dance moves were wonderfully choreographed and not sexually suggestive.
Thank you very much for remembering that the majority of dancers in the show are children and the people in the audience are there to see their children dance. All of the dancers were able to show off their abilities to the highest level, without sensationalizing the dances with a lot of bare skin and suggestive moves. You and your staff have done a wonderful job. The show was very well done. Thank you."
-Wendy Alexander-Penny
 Kicks Parent

"Hi Courtney and Jo-Ann, Congratulations on once again putting together an excellent dance recital. Your dedication, enthusiasm and commitment are truly amazing gifts which we are so fortunate to have you share with our children. Kudos to you and your awesome staff."
-Gina Creta
 Kicks Parent

"Jo-Ann and Courtney, I'd just like to thank both of you for the positive influence you've had on my daughter's life. The excitement in her voice, the confidence, and the overall positive attitude she has about being successful can be directly attributed to both of you and your teachings about dance, commitment, passion, integrity, and positive attitude about life in general. It goes without saying that you two are very special to Jocelyn, and to her dad. You have provided her with an extremely rewarding experience which she will not easily forget…and for me, you've provided a parent with the ultimate in happiness, a child who loves what she does, wants to do more, and shows a sense of pride. Just thought I'd share that with you. I don't know how I can repay either of you other than to continue to say thank you!"
-Bill Schmidt

"Thank you so much for all of the time and effort you committed to my dancing. KICKS has brought me some of the happiest times of my life!"
-Lena Pestaluky

"Wow! 15 years at KICKS and you're still going! You have opened the door of dancing to so many girls and boys in your 15 years and that takes such an incredible amount of talent and dedication. You are truly a remarkable teacher and business woman and friend! I hope KICKS is around forever because you provided such a positive environment for me and for so many. Congratulations!"
-Carly Donadson

"Thanks for surrounding these talented children with such talented and inspiring teachers. This combination lets them work to their potential. We're looking forward to a successful dance season!"
-Kicks Parent

"These last few days have been the hardest. I feel as though I have been with you all of my life. Even though I was brought up by another studio, I feel you are my mentor and made me what I am today. I can't thank you enough for taking me into your family (Kicks)."
-Debbie Nasato

"Thank you Courtney for all the opportunities you've given me. You are truly an inspiration in my life. Since the beginning I started dancing, you were always there guiding me in the right direction. Thank you for everything."
-Jocelyn Schmidt

"Words cannot express how wonderful you are."
-Ashley

"Dear Jo-Ann, I just wanted to say thank you…Thanks for the studio, thanks for the patience, thanks for your knowledge, thanks for your high standards, thanks for your confidence in me, thanks for letting me represent you, thanks for letting me dance on your stage, thanks for the advice, feedback and opinion. What I have learned from KICKS in the last 5 years is immeasurable. I hold you in the highest respects and I hope you never stop dancing."
-Cynthia Chan

"To my 2nd mom. You've helped me in so many ways and have opened many doors for me. I owe all my goals achieved in dancing to you. All the dances I danced tonight were for you!! Thank you for 15 amazing years, I wouldn't change a single thing about it. You're an amazing teacher, friend and most of all an A+ person; your heart has always had us in it! I am looking forward to university this September, but in many ways I don't want to go. I am going to come and visit you as often as I can! I'll miss you tons and tons. You're like my 2nd mom and I love you. I'll keep in touch - thanks for everything!
-Jen MacDonald

"Just wanted to thank you for providing such a fun, professional and well run dance school. We have really enjoyed the year and Lexi has really come a long way with her tap."
-Barb and Lexi Todd

"Jo-Ann & Courtney, Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the children. It takes a special team and leaders to motivate and produce such wonderful dancers while still having a lot of fun. You are appreciated."
-Kicks Parent

"I can't believe it's my time to leave KICKS. From the first year teaching to my last, you have all made my teaching years here the most memorable. You have shown me that family and unison does exist in a dance studio (and let me tell you, that's very rare). You are very blessed to have such an amazing studio director….Jo-Ann. Cherish all the time you have with her and her wonderful studio. I know I have and will never forget all the times and people (students) who have touched my heart. I will miss you all greatly!"
-Debbie Nasato

"An excellent standard shown! A thorough knowledge of theory technique and teaching methods by Jo-Ann shows why this school is producing high quality students."
-Dennis Moore, Examiner B.A.T.D.

"Just a note to say thank you! Thank you for helping me get through my Teacher's course and accepting me as one of your students. It means a lot to me. Thank you for making me feel comfortable at KICKS. Without your help, I would not have reached my goal - the goal of becoming a dance teacher! Thanks again for everything, I really appreciate it a lot!"
-Daniela Mazzone