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    3.8 (130 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    They cultivate and appreciate the human wingspan here.
    Monica T.

    Chris Santamaria!!! The moves, NRG and his awesomeness are all here err Friday! *He's at 305 Fitness now so yay! Super yay!!! Hands down the best in Nyc!! I've seriously been waiting and hoping his name would just pop up magically one day on the mind and body app and today is seriously my luckiest day ever!!!! I love august!! Shake it up for an hour of non stop unstoppable fun!!! Z club has always been my go to for some serious calorie buuuurn..with Jaime and Irina but Chris's class at Aileys got dem beat even though they are all great. Not sure if everyone can handle this intense hip hop music video j lo type of class since it is extremely goal oriented yet is truly fun for all levels. Chris S's class was very inclusive of everyone whatever your level of dance experience or lack of. Other Zumba instructors along with utube salsa gurus, they know what's good. They all can be seen dancing, shaking, popping to Chris Santamaria's modern and super hot moves. Honestly he is more of an advanced instructor or is just the best of the best in this field. We Newyorkers are so lucky to have him here at Alvin Ailey!! Yes!!! Thank God for small miracles!! Thank you Alvin Ailey for hiring such an awesome and much needed dance instructor!! He is all that and more! My friend who is a Pilates and Zumba instructor stated that he is her new fave! I totally agree!!! Class every Friday is a done deal for me. There's no other activity or even anything I'd rather be doing. I'm here every Friday and my world is complete. Sweating, dancing and coordination are all at play and I'm loving this and the quick results of his fast paced class. Super ahhhhmazing class in a dope profesh environment for super fun times while learning some real dance skills as well. Sweeet!! Those moves simply take my breath away but in a good sweaty way is just the best of Chris Santamaria!!! The moves, NRG and his awesomeness are all here hopefully to stay!!!!!! SHOUTOUT!!! To Tweet Boogie's hip hop class!! Insanely talented and knowledgeable diva of hip hop movement who has a natural and incredibly solid way of teaching dance so you get it, have fun and get a great werkout at the same time. You better come, ready to werk wif these 2!

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    This is an excellent studio for anyone interested in taking classes in New York! They offer a…read morediverse range of classes including heels, hip hop, and chair choreography, with options for all skill levels--from beginner to advanced--as well as exciting workshops. I took a heels class with Emma and it was a fantastic experience; the class left me feeling empowered and confident. The studio is centrally located in Manhattan, close to public transportation. They also provide bathrooms for changing and cubbies in the studio to store your belongings.

    This was my second time visiting Sass Class, and it was very intentional. I traveled from another…read morestate specifically to take class here, which already says a lot about how much I value the experience. This time, I took class with Amber, and she is truly a 10 out of 10 -- from her character to her teaching style, choreography, and ability to educate dancers in real time. She doesn't just teach steps; she teaches movement vocabulary and helps you understand how to inhabit the choreography as it unfolds. That presence and clarity make the experience special. A lot of what I enjoy about Sass Class comes down to both the choreographers and the energy of the space. That said, there are some practical considerations. There is no elevator, which can be challenging because of the number of stairs you have to go up and down. The studio itself is small but functional. There's a small waiting area, a check-in desk, two bathrooms, and a spot to quickly change if needed. There are two studios, which allows classes to run smoothly without feeling crowded. The location is central, not far from Moynihan Train Hall or Port Authority, and there are plenty of food options nearby for before or after class. Overall, SASS Class continues to be a space I value. I fully intend to take more classes there in the future. For me, it's about the quality of instruction, the intentionality of the movement, and the community -- and that keeps drawing me back.

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    I have been going to drop in classes at Diva Dance for a couple of years now, and they're always a…read moregreat time. It is truly a non-judgmental, welcoming space! I decided to it would be fun to host my birthday there with a song of my choice - and what an unforgettable experience! I had the best time. Katelyn was an incredible instructor, breaking down the choreography in such a fun and approachable way so that we could truly channel our inner Britney. I'm grateful to have had that experience and to be able to go back to more classes!

    Dancing is an intended fitness hobby for me, and I am happy I found DivaDance…read more Members and non-members are separate where members pay a monthly membership fee. They have a schedule updated monthly, with separate sign-up options for both member and non-members. As a non member, I paid for the drop-in class, which was $25. The class runs for an hour with around 10+ students, where an instructor first starts up with a quick warm-up and then jumps into teaching you a choreo to the song. The choreo is broken into several routines, so you learn them slowly in detail, and then piece them all together with the song incrementally. Dancing is as challenging for your brain as it is for your body, as you need to really exercise your memory and mind body coordination! The whole class went by super fast. Everyone who went seemed to be regulars and quite experienced, but you'd be too busy trying to master the dance to care. At the end, we are placed into two groups, where we are given a chance to perform and record ourselves. DivaDance emphasizes community as they have a whole FB group where you can see past dance classes and meet new members as well! I met some cool friendly people my first time and I'd totally attend more classes in the future!

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    This place is deserving of it's glowing reviews…read more I signed up for a Friday evening Beginner's hip hop class with Ryan who was covering for Rob that day. As someone with zero dance experience, I found the pace of the class too quick and had a hard time keeping up, but that's not anyone's fault. If you have two left feet like me, it can feel intimidating and honestly, discouraging because all the students are great dancers (seriously, have you seen the class videos?), but as Ryan said..practice makes perfect and you just have to keep at it. Despite the nerves, I'd come again because the classes would be a great way to get out of your comfort zone (if you're not a dancer and/or have stage fright) and build confidence. I also recommend dragging a friend to go with you if it's your first time. For you first timers, the building is right to Taco Bell (burritos after class, anyone? Haha) and staples is on the corner of the same block. classes are on the 4th floor. When you get into the building, show your ID to the front desk and they'll give you elevator access. Classes are on the 4th floor and you don't need to check in with them at the front desk. Once the class begins, the receptionist in your studio will check you in. There's a changing room and you leave your belongings in the studio. As for dress code, wear athleisure or something comfortable. I saw jeggings, shorts, tanks, leggings, and sweats. I'm not sure if all the classes are like this so don't take my word for it, but it begins with a 15-20 minute warmup, followed by 45-60 minutes of learning choreography, and ending with 10-15 minutes of "groups" where students are split up to have more room, followed by the opportunity to get your groove on with an even smaller group. Each group goes twice--once with the instructor guiding you, the second time without. You'll also be shuffling to different ends of the room so you can get closer if you need to. Also, each instructor chooses what they're teaching so you don't know the song choice beforehand. Now onto the actual class..Ryan is a great instructor. He breaks down all the steps clearly and at a reasonable pace. He'll repeat them as many times as you need. Again, I struggled because I take longer to learn, but despite that, I enjoyed the class. The room is small for a class with about 40 people but the high energy and positive vibes you'll get more than make up for it. Overall, I'd go again. FYI, If the class is full, you get put on the waitlist (max of up to 10 people can be on this list) and you'll be added to the class as people drop out. If you haven't heard by 11am the next day via email (cut off time to drop a class before late cancellation penalty), you can use that credit towards a different time unless you want to continue waiting to see if the class frees up.

    I was recommended this by a friend of a friend after he learned I was trying to learn hip hop. The…read morewebsite is really easy to navigate and to register for classes online. There is also a list of scheduled classes so you can see the instructor that is teaching each class. One of the things that I really like about the hip hop classes is how much repetition is utilized to learn a choreographed routine. As a dancer of many years, 50% of the battle is memory and repetition of each mini-sequence really helps a new dancer solidfy not only the choreography but also master the details of the steps. All the instructors are extremely friendly and approachable, not necessarily so at other places. Not to mention, they do have their own different styles to accommodate different dancers' personalities. Check-in is always a smooth process with HoM staff. All the dancers that attend are super supportive and really nice as well. Nobody ever judges. I wish HoM was out here in the Bay now that I've moved. I've come to love my HoM family in my short time living in NYC. They've only added to the love that I now have for NY.

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