Testimonials
"As a dancer myself, I found Tara Cluck Dance Center through one of my favorite teachers in the area. I learned Tara offered a lot of kids classes and was interested for my daughter. After trying one of Tara's classes, we were hooked! We had been through several dance studios in the area and not a single studio actually "taught" my daughter how to dance. I was so impressed with the instruction and my daughter loved her teacher and choreography, we immediately signed up.
We have stayed with Tara Cluck Dance Center for their high level of instruction, engaging teachers, and opportunities that TCDC has to offer. My daughter's confidence has sky rocketed in all aspects of her life since dancing with Tara and her team. In my dreams, I could not have crafted a better mentor for my child. We love you Tara!"
-Dana Stillman, Boulder
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Tara for the last 5 years and I'm proud to call her my friend. She is an incredible dancer and teacher who inspires and motivates those around her daily. Her passion for dance and life is contagious which makes her family, friends and students want to strive to be better.
This year Tara choreographed two competition routines for the Nationally Ranked Troy "Red Hot's" Dance team. Her dances have won numerous first place trophies as well as "best choreography" awards this season. The team loved working with her and hopes she'll choreograph for them in the future because they too were inspired by her incredible talent and creativity!
-Kellie Johnston, Troy High School, Dance Team Director, Fullerton CA
“Tara Cluck is an inspiration to younger generations of dancers and choreographers. Her movement explores depth and creativity and exemplifies a tenacity for growth. It’s her positive leadership and genuine compassion that have been a driving force in Tara’s successful career.
In our experience, dancing alongside Tara can light a fire inside of you. Her strength forces you to dig deep and pull out a fight you didn't know you had. Her organized agenda makes for an efficient rehearsal while her playful spunk makes for a delightful time. It’s remarkable to work with an artist who loves her craft as much as she does. Rogue Co. is honored to have her as part of the family.”
-Rogue Dance Company
“Tara Cluck has been apart of my life for the past six years and am honored to not only call her a colleague, but a friend and someone I look up to. Tara inspires passion and creativity within her students. She challenges them beyond their capabilities and celebrates their individualities. She teaches with the upmost of integrity and professionalism, is a role model to all ages, and a leader in all ways. Tara is an incredible dancer and a brilliant choreographer. Her work is not merely dance and movement but it is truly art, inspiring thoughts and feelings from the student who dances it and the audience who views it. In my opinion, Tara is the epitome of what one should look for in a dance educator and studio owner! I am so excited for this next journey Tara is beginning, and I know without a doubt that she will find success just as she has found so many times before.”
~Laurel Tennant, Boston Ballet School, Boston MA.
"Tara was such an amazing choreographer to work with! She encourages dancers to step out of their comfort zone and experiment with new, innovative styles of choreography. Her routines are always filled with such passion and fire that it's a joy to perform the dance each time. I loved working with Tara and can't wait until next time!"
-Nikki Cuerdo, Co-Captain, Troy "Red Hots" Dance Team, Fullerton, CA
"Tara's skill, knowledge of the craft and emotion for her work is a breath of fresh air! Taking a class from her is so inspirational. You see her heart and soul in all of her choreography; wether it is Contemporary, Jazz, or Hip Hop, she makes you want to dance every day of your life. So much FUN!"
~Tana Barndollar, HYPE Dance Studio, Chico, CA.
"I had the privilege of teaching and dancing with Tara Cluck for many years with Universal Dance Association. We traveled around the country together teaching dancers from 10-25 years of age. Her drive, dedication and amazing ability to connect with students is only matched by her beautiful technique and god given talent. She dances from the heart and has a true interest in the growth and improvement of future dancers."
-Megan Mouton, New Orleans, LA
"I've known Tara for over 15 years and I can say that she's one of the most professional people I know. She has always kept her work and her talents at the highest standard of quality possible. Through her work with dance, business management and administration, clothing design and her general way of life, she continues to share her skills and abilities with the world. Anyone with the opportunity to work for, work with, study from or train under is putting themselves in a great position to succeed."
-Taylor Gallegos, San Diego, CA
"I had the pleasure of meeting Tara 6 years ago when my daughter started dancing at HYPE in Chico, Ca. Tara was a driving force behind the dancers and their training. Not only is Tara’s dancing a phenomenal form of art but her ability to teach her vision and do so with such passion and grace is truly a gift! My daughter would not have grown into the dancer she is today without Tara’s dedication and influence. I asked my daughter to describe Tara and she said, “Tara is creative, focused, fun, tough, understanding, and I miss her!” If you are able to dance with or under Tara’s instruction, you are very fortunate."
-Heather B. Floyd, Chico, CA
"This year I had the privilege to be able to perform two beautiful pieces choreographed by Tara for the Troy RedHots Dance Team in Fullerton, California. As a dancer from California, when I was first told that we were having our routines choreographed by a choreographer from Colorado, I really didn't know what to expect. But after learning the two dances, I fell in love with not only her choreography but Tara, the choreographer! Learning the entire dance in one day is extremely stressful and strenuous as a dancer. However Tara's energy and creative choreography really helped me to enjoy learning her dance and contend to push through the sweat and exhaustion until the end! Her positivity and amiability allowed me to truly dance like no one was watching and channel my inner style. Performing the Officers and Small Jazz routine she choreographed this whole year was such a great experience. Because her dances were so stylized, it was definitely a crowd pleaser and we got to win many first places with both routines. Also, practicing her routines throughout the whole year helped me to learn a lot about myself as a dancer and motivated me strive to become better. I'm extremely happy and blessed that I got to perform Tara's dances this year but most importantly meet such a sweet choreographer like Her. Even though I've only met her once she has definitely left a positive handprint in my life. Any other dancer that is blessed with a chance to perform one of Tara's award winning routines is definitely lucky."
-Jasmine Cho, Co-Captain, Troy "Red Hots" Dance Team, Fullerton, CA
"I can easily say for us Tara was one of the best teachers Teagan ever had. Tara's joy and passion and strictness (in the best way) are exactly what works for my daughter and inspires her to want to be like Tara! Her individual style of dance and choreography is amazing to watch and inspirational for other dancers - especially the shorter ones :)"
-Deva Johnson, Chico, CA
We have stayed with Tara Cluck Dance Center for their high level of instruction, engaging teachers, and opportunities that TCDC has to offer. My daughter's confidence has sky rocketed in all aspects of her life since dancing with Tara and her team. In my dreams, I could not have crafted a better mentor for my child. We love you Tara!"
-Dana Stillman, Boulder
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Tara for the last 5 years and I'm proud to call her my friend. She is an incredible dancer and teacher who inspires and motivates those around her daily. Her passion for dance and life is contagious which makes her family, friends and students want to strive to be better.
This year Tara choreographed two competition routines for the Nationally Ranked Troy "Red Hot's" Dance team. Her dances have won numerous first place trophies as well as "best choreography" awards this season. The team loved working with her and hopes she'll choreograph for them in the future because they too were inspired by her incredible talent and creativity!
-Kellie Johnston, Troy High School, Dance Team Director, Fullerton CA
“Tara Cluck is an inspiration to younger generations of dancers and choreographers. Her movement explores depth and creativity and exemplifies a tenacity for growth. It’s her positive leadership and genuine compassion that have been a driving force in Tara’s successful career.
In our experience, dancing alongside Tara can light a fire inside of you. Her strength forces you to dig deep and pull out a fight you didn't know you had. Her organized agenda makes for an efficient rehearsal while her playful spunk makes for a delightful time. It’s remarkable to work with an artist who loves her craft as much as she does. Rogue Co. is honored to have her as part of the family.”
-Rogue Dance Company
“Tara Cluck has been apart of my life for the past six years and am honored to not only call her a colleague, but a friend and someone I look up to. Tara inspires passion and creativity within her students. She challenges them beyond their capabilities and celebrates their individualities. She teaches with the upmost of integrity and professionalism, is a role model to all ages, and a leader in all ways. Tara is an incredible dancer and a brilliant choreographer. Her work is not merely dance and movement but it is truly art, inspiring thoughts and feelings from the student who dances it and the audience who views it. In my opinion, Tara is the epitome of what one should look for in a dance educator and studio owner! I am so excited for this next journey Tara is beginning, and I know without a doubt that she will find success just as she has found so many times before.”
~Laurel Tennant, Boston Ballet School, Boston MA.
"Tara was such an amazing choreographer to work with! She encourages dancers to step out of their comfort zone and experiment with new, innovative styles of choreography. Her routines are always filled with such passion and fire that it's a joy to perform the dance each time. I loved working with Tara and can't wait until next time!"
-Nikki Cuerdo, Co-Captain, Troy "Red Hots" Dance Team, Fullerton, CA
"Tara's skill, knowledge of the craft and emotion for her work is a breath of fresh air! Taking a class from her is so inspirational. You see her heart and soul in all of her choreography; wether it is Contemporary, Jazz, or Hip Hop, she makes you want to dance every day of your life. So much FUN!"
~Tana Barndollar, HYPE Dance Studio, Chico, CA.
"I had the privilege of teaching and dancing with Tara Cluck for many years with Universal Dance Association. We traveled around the country together teaching dancers from 10-25 years of age. Her drive, dedication and amazing ability to connect with students is only matched by her beautiful technique and god given talent. She dances from the heart and has a true interest in the growth and improvement of future dancers."
-Megan Mouton, New Orleans, LA
"I've known Tara for over 15 years and I can say that she's one of the most professional people I know. She has always kept her work and her talents at the highest standard of quality possible. Through her work with dance, business management and administration, clothing design and her general way of life, she continues to share her skills and abilities with the world. Anyone with the opportunity to work for, work with, study from or train under is putting themselves in a great position to succeed."
-Taylor Gallegos, San Diego, CA
"I had the pleasure of meeting Tara 6 years ago when my daughter started dancing at HYPE in Chico, Ca. Tara was a driving force behind the dancers and their training. Not only is Tara’s dancing a phenomenal form of art but her ability to teach her vision and do so with such passion and grace is truly a gift! My daughter would not have grown into the dancer she is today without Tara’s dedication and influence. I asked my daughter to describe Tara and she said, “Tara is creative, focused, fun, tough, understanding, and I miss her!” If you are able to dance with or under Tara’s instruction, you are very fortunate."
-Heather B. Floyd, Chico, CA
"This year I had the privilege to be able to perform two beautiful pieces choreographed by Tara for the Troy RedHots Dance Team in Fullerton, California. As a dancer from California, when I was first told that we were having our routines choreographed by a choreographer from Colorado, I really didn't know what to expect. But after learning the two dances, I fell in love with not only her choreography but Tara, the choreographer! Learning the entire dance in one day is extremely stressful and strenuous as a dancer. However Tara's energy and creative choreography really helped me to enjoy learning her dance and contend to push through the sweat and exhaustion until the end! Her positivity and amiability allowed me to truly dance like no one was watching and channel my inner style. Performing the Officers and Small Jazz routine she choreographed this whole year was such a great experience. Because her dances were so stylized, it was definitely a crowd pleaser and we got to win many first places with both routines. Also, practicing her routines throughout the whole year helped me to learn a lot about myself as a dancer and motivated me strive to become better. I'm extremely happy and blessed that I got to perform Tara's dances this year but most importantly meet such a sweet choreographer like Her. Even though I've only met her once she has definitely left a positive handprint in my life. Any other dancer that is blessed with a chance to perform one of Tara's award winning routines is definitely lucky."
-Jasmine Cho, Co-Captain, Troy "Red Hots" Dance Team, Fullerton, CA
"I can easily say for us Tara was one of the best teachers Teagan ever had. Tara's joy and passion and strictness (in the best way) are exactly what works for my daughter and inspires her to want to be like Tara! Her individual style of dance and choreography is amazing to watch and inspirational for other dancers - especially the shorter ones :)"
-Deva Johnson, Chico, CA