Between my 3 daughters (one with special needs) we have danced at 4 different studios in the area.  We have had a very negative experience with bullying at another studio in particular.  Pointe Academy's nurturing, non-competitive (but still striving for excellence), and family friendly environment is exactly why we will dance no where else, even though the location is not particularly close for us.  The teachers really care about the dancers and offer loving, professional instruction.  The studio is small, but that is also one thing I like about it, because the dancers get to know each other and become one big, supportive family.  Pointe Academy is a real jewel in Rochester Hills!