Fun class with Julia. Signed up for last minute Cardio +Tone class on Wed morning. I found street parking nearby. Studio is super clean, colorful and groovy. Once inside you have to walk up to the second floor. Dance studio for class was big and spacious. It was one of three different studios. This space is huge. Class started with warm-up which got your blood flowing. Warmup included pushups so grab floor mat if not keen on doing them on hard wooden floor. Dance class was tough. Prior dance experience is needed. You don't have to be a professional but need to be able to pick-up choreography quick. Sometimes you will learn (2) 8 counts together and then move on very quickly. The style of dance seemed like Jazz, Theater and Pop. I liked it but I usually dance hip-hop, latin or African. It was a change of pace but Julia made it super fun. With this particular routine there was a plank portion, I skipped it because I just didn feel like it. Julia prepared me that the routine did include this in an 8 count. I just added some bodyrolls and called it a day. Most of the people in class seemed to be regulars. Everyone was friendly. After 44 mins of dancing, we finished with some toning that included an arm song. After putting light weights down, Julia stretched us to the max. THANK GOODNESS I would come back and groove some more. I honestly just wanted to delay working on a memo so thats why I signed up on Class Pass at last minute. read more

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Great teachers for the most part, but very little focus on technique. My girls had fun but didn't learn very much.

We have had a great experience with the kid classes at All About Dance! We have now taken 2 years of classes for my now 3 year old. The instructors are wonderful, warm and able to command a class of many 3 and 4 year olds. My kiddo has developed confidence and a love for dancing and look forward to their 45 minute class each week. Parking can be a bit tricky (since it it right on North Ave) depending on the time of the day but I have found that instead of paying for parking, I park in the neighborhood around the corner for free. read more

My friends and I did a private cardio strip class this evening at All About Dance. The dance studio is adorable, the instructor was very energetic, and the class was tons of fun. They offer weekly classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, cardio strip tease, tap, salsa dancing, and many other forms of dance for both children & adults. The atmosphere is a lot more fun than the lou counte dance studio that I take tap lessons at, but the classes don't seem to be as challenging (lou counte is much more serious since it's part of Hubbard Street Dance company). I highly recommend private cardio strip tease classes for birthday parties, bachelorette parties or any fun occasion! read more

All About Dance - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I arranged a private strip tease class for my BFFs Bachelorette party back in August, and we could not have had a better time! The class was more burlesque than "striptease" and we learned a little dance number that we did in groups for one another. The instructor was ADORABLE, sweetest girl ever, listened to us when we needed to see things again, and had so much energy that she made everyone really enjoy it! Everyone got a boa to use (unlike other places where they charge) and we were allowed to bring in champagne and whatever else we wanted. If you are considering this for a bachelorette party, I would recommend leaving time to shower before going out for the night, since it is kind of a workout. Loved it! read more

All About Dance - Bachelorette party - Performing Arts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is a happy place. In fact, when I brought my daughter for her first class I assumed that there was a birthday party going on, so festive was the atmosphere. There was not, just the hustle and bustle of a lot of happy kids and their parents going in and out of dance class. If your little one is a great dancer, I can only assume that this is an excellent place for them as the instructors are top rate. However if, like me, you have a child you just want to inculcate with a joy of movement and dance, even though they don't have a particular talent, this is the place. My daughter has enjoyed her class since the first day. I am only sorry that I stayed away from this place for so many years because I thought the name too unoriginal. read more

So, I thought I could dance . . . turns out, I was wrong. I took a Cardio Hip Hop class at All About Dance this morning. When they say Cardio, they mean it. This is a workout. I had a ton of fun, got a great workout, and my competitive nature will force me to go back, just so I can see if I get better. So, why only three stars? The drop-in classes are expensive -- $18 for a 50 minute class. A few things left me feeling like I might not have gotten my moneys worth. The instructor didn't have music pre-selected, but would go over to her iPod and sift through her library looking for music at the appropriate tempo. Her iPod battery even died at one point and she had to ask someone else for help. Don't get me wrong, I was grateful for the break, but I showed up ready to play -- I expect the same from the instructor. Most of the class is spent doing the same routine over and over again. Even by the end, I think there was only one student who could do the routine, so the repetition is necessary to a degree, but a little more variety would have been nice. We also did some ab work and a tiny bit of tricep work. I was pretty surprised that the instructor didn't spend any time going over proper form and didn't walk around the studio to correct bad form. I understand that this is a dance class, but if you're going to put the extra stuff in your routines, you best be ready to instruct. All in all, this is a fun class and I recommend it if you're looking for something to spice up your work out routine. read more

I wanted to get back into dancing, because I missed something I enjoyed. So I researched studios and decided upon All About Dance. Of course I was hesitant because I have been out for so long, but I said "oh well, it's a good work out." I decided on ballet, becuase I liked the discipline. So prior to signing up for any class, I called the studio earlier in the day to ask which one I should sign up for. I told her that I have been out for a long time, about 10 years, but have been on point before, she said with confidence, "Oh you can do Ballet II." I naturally signed up for that class. After the first exercise, the class gets interrupted by Jon, and suggests I go to a more intermediate class. I totally understand if I am not with the rest of the class as far as skill, but was it necessary to outcast me? Very UNPROFESSIONAL! Take me out or the room and to the side. I have pride here and you just took that away. More or less, let's remember I called this studio to ask what each skill level meant, and THEY suggested the class. I thought I made it clear that I have not dance in a LONG time. They set me up for disaster. Not to mention the instructor was absolutely unprofessional and RUDE, this isn't the Joffrey. I was absolutely embarressed due to their arrogance and unprofessionalism. read more

Over the weekend I took a cardio strip tease class at All About Dance. Damn, my knees hurt but it was FUN!!! The dance studios are a little small, but the instructors were very nice. I learned some hot moves, bruised both my knees, and got road rash on my ankle from the wooden floor. I had a blast. In my opinion, the classes are a tad bit expensive, but I still plan to go back again to do a few drop-in classes. I haven't danced since high school so I want to make sure that I've still "got it" before I pay for a block of classes. read more

I love All About dance! I started going to AAD about a year ago with a friend. I paid $8 for a first time class, then I paid for $18 single drop in class, now I just buy 10 class passes. I go approximately once a week to cardio dance class. I think the hip hop class is harder, but I will get there some day. Its a great work out, its so much, I love the instructors. They also have a free parking lot. I mostly try to work out in my neighborhood, or at the gym I already pay for, but I love AAD so much that it is worth the 10 minute drive. It literally makes my week every week. It probably helps to have a little bit of a dance background, but I am not the best dancer by far. I just go for the great workout and the fun! My friend and I are known to show off our dance routines that we learn each week at smart bar or the L platform whenever possible...cheesy, I know. read more

Love the Cardio Hip-Hop and the Cardio Strip classes. You can always just 'drop in' and they have great instructors (fave being Jacqueline). They are extremely high-paced, fun, and you burn a good 600 calories on average (I've worn a monitor). My only complaint is that it seems a bit cliquey. It sounds silly, but there's a feeling of being categorized as a 'dancer' and a 'non dancer.' There are regulars who attend every single class, and then people like me who do just drop-ins. Would be nice to see more of a welcoming atmosphere for people who aren't a part of the company and just want to drop in once-a-week. read more

I have taken classes as an adult and my daughter is taking a hip-hop class here. Jessica, the owner, is an amazing teacher. She has fantastic energy and is really the heart of this operation. However, since they moved into the new facility, I feel like they aren't managing their growth that well. It used to be you would walk in, and the owner and/or instructor would talk to you, know your name, etc...now I feel like the place has become a bit of an assembly line with kids running around everywhere, and not a lot of individual attention. I was a little wary of putting my 8 year old in a hip hop class, and we won't be doing it again next year. I think the instructor is good and the dance moves are good, but it bugs me that the girls listen to Ke$ha, etc...just not age-appropriate in my opinion. I also don't like that the instructor never seems to make much of an effort to talk to the girls or the parents outside of class. I think she's a good dance teacher, but I've seen the girls say hello to her on the street outside the dance studio and she essentially ignores them. I'm not sure all the dance teachers necessarily really want to be teaching kids; I get the feeling sometimes they all just want to be out dancing at clubs and getting paid. The other negative is the recital this year has been a mess, and on top of a $52 costume and a $30 "recital fee," the tickets are $20 a pop--even for children. So, for my husband and I to go and take our 2 other children, we're paying $80. I know there is a cost associated to having kids, but this is ridiculous! I don't see why the tickets need to cost that much. read more

So far, so good. I was interested in hip hop dance (but very nervous) and I believe it was some yelpers that mentioned this place... I called All About Dance on a Sunday, I think, to ask which of their classes would be the best place to start, Jessica called back that same day and suggested Cardio Hip Hop. She was reassuring in her message, teling me that she gets a lot of phone calls from beginners like myself, and Cardio Hip Hop is a good place to start because there is a lot of repetition. I did a drop in class Saturday morning and had a great time. I felt really comfortable but challenged. I can feel it today, too, in my legs. Be careful, I think the instructors are probably a little more flexible than the average person, and the music is loud so you get into it...but today.... Nevertheless I'm going back. It was fun and I've discovered some muscles I didn't know I had. Also great for social anxiety. i was nervous, I did it, I survived...you may be reading the words of the next American Idol! (Just kidding, there will be NO SINGING) read more

I've been going to All About Dance since December, averaging one class per week. I've taken the Cardio Hip-Hop, Cardio Strip, and MTV Hip-Hop. If you want to have FUN and work your ass off, this place is for you. If you want a more technical class, your best bet is probably Lou Conte or Joel Hall. (Note: I have not taken a jazz or ballet class here, so my last comment may or may not be true). I've take classes at both Conte and Hall and prefer All About Dance because the instructors just let you DANCE and be yourself. I grew up dancing and am done with being critiqued by dance instructors. The instructors are friendly, upbeat and play great music that gets you moving. I've talked with fellow All About Dance goers and some like different instructors for different reasons. I usually take Whitney for hip-hop and Kate for strip, both are fantastic. Like other reviews, I'll echo that it's a bit pricey. I would come here twice a week if it wasn't so expensive. Sometimes they'll have deals like 5 classes for $60. I snatch those up right away. The classrooms are small, but I suspect this will change once they move locations this coming fall. If you want to have an awesome workout and love to let go and just dance, All About Dance is where it's at. read more

I've been a fan of All About Dance for a while now and am even happier with the new location (even though it's now not walking distance from my home). The larger rooms were really needed! I only have taken the cardio classes...dance, strip, hip strip, hip hop. These definitely are not technical classes but are fun routines that work out your body. It's sad but true...I review a class based on how much I sweat and that's what definitely happens during one of the cardio dance classes. Things to note...there is a warm up and cool down period to the class. You learn a short dance routine and do it over and over (to different songs with different beats). There is usually some floorwork such as pushups/planks (hence the sweating...). No one really judges anyone so those beginners should not worry about feeling foolish in class. The instructors are great and really motivating. I have been able to call on the day of and get into a class. I find that the later classes are less crowded. I've never been here on Saturday. And this is a typical (well used to be) Lincoln Park establishment. So don't say no one warned you. Most of the participants are in good shape. As for feeling sore the next day, it depends on the class. Obviously if you work out muscles that you have not in a while, you will be sore...no matter what stretching exercises were done before or after the class and no matter if you regularly work out or not. The classes are a little on the pricey side but I am in need of a fun, workout class to break up the monotony of my own workouts in the gym. read more

I love All About Dance! I have taken 10 cardio dance classes so far and just love it. I travel from the burbs to take this class and it's totally worth it. I'm going to be trying some of the other classes very soon. I took dance lessons throughout my childhood but only a class here and there after high school. I am now in my 30s and have been dying to dance again. Cardio dance is exactly the type of class I've been looking for: fun dance moves, very fast paced, and challenging, but not so much that I can't do it. And it's a hell of a workout! A lot of the girls taking the class are quite fit and seem to have been dancing for a long time, but there are also girls like me in attendance who don't have the perfect dancer body and who may have taken a dance class back in the day. Nobody there seems to judge anyone and the atmosphere is inviting. All of the teachers I have had were great and energetic. I definitely recommend this place for dance lovers who feel out of place at the more "serious" dance studios, and just want to dance and have a good workout. read more

I love All About Dance! I'm not a dancer, and have never been a dancer- a klutz is more like it! That said, we do the routines enough time to learn them all and the instructors are so encouraging/motivating/enthusiastic, that they're more interested in you enjoying yourself and getting a good workout than getting every single little thing right. As someone who is not the most coordinated person , I appreciate this :) AAD has helped me a lot with my flexibility. I also like using different parts of my body other than those for running and biking (which is what I'm usually doing). Though the classes are a bit pricey to do all the time, I like to go here to change up my routine. The workouts are great- I'm really sore the next day (in all the right places!), and love how they're so different each time I go. All the instructors I've had have been wonderful, and I love the new dance space! read more

Bought two groupons because my husband and I have always wanted to take dance classes so we thought why not? We took one drop in class and it was not really our cup of tea. The instructor was very nice and patient with everyone but the thing we didn't enjoy was that they have you switch partners pretty frequently. The instructor said it's so we get more experience dancing with different folks with different skill levels. It's not that we're attached at the hip or anything but we personally want to learn how to dance with each other more than learning to dance with other folks. So, we opted to do a personal dance lesson instead in preparation for our wedding. That was a much better experience because we really learned how to dance with each other. And, it helped because we didn't just sway on the dance floor for our first dance! read more

I took my first dance class of my entire life here the other day. I have this little booklet with dozens of free passes to workout places all over the city and my friend and I decided to go here. We took the strip tease cardio class. I haven't sweat that much since high school volleyball conditioning week. It was an awesome workout. Yeah, it's only 50 minutes long but I was already cursing the instructor 15 minutes in. I would have puked if we went any longer. Plus, they are super nice. I literally had no idea what I was doing (I'm the kind of person who can't clap on beat) but the instructor was really encouraging. It was a fun, heart pumping workout. read more

Whitney is my daughters teacher here. This new facility is amazing and they are all so enthusiastic and caring. My daughter loves to dance so so much. However, she seemed to have a difficult time in the new social environment. But leave it to Whitney to be open to discussion and figure out the best way to help a little dancing queen blossom. Her focus on individual attention, despite such a high-energy environment, is so helpful. She will even be sure to give me a "thumbs-up" through the window. She has given my daughter the individual attention she needed to warm up and each class gets better an she loves it. Thanks Whitney! read more

I bought a Groupon for All About Dance one year ago, and over the course of the year I used the 8 classes. I did not find any of the classes to be anything special. I took a few jazz classes, cardio hip hop, and the dance body strength class. Everything was fine, but not worth the cost to come back on a regular basis. The Dance Body class was a little disorganized. It was a fine workout, but I think it could have been structured better. The cardio classes are incredibly repetitive. I am a dancer and pick up choreography quickly so I appreciate classes in which you learn multiple routines. The new studio is very nice. All of the instructors and staff members were always pleasant. read more

Pros...My 6 yr old loves it! Small ballet/jazz class, individual attention, exercise and lots of fun. Friendly & great staff. Cons... I do wish for a bit more correction, so I usually watch and we review at home. Note to those complaining about price...I travel nationwide and have found these prices comparable in other cities. They were willing to prorate if committing to several classes. read more

I think this place is amazing! I can't say enough good things about it. I HATE to workout and had a gym membership that I never used. So I decided to try other ways of exercising and All About Dance was my first trial. Well, I never tried anything else because I had so much fun doing it and am so addicted. While the prices may seem high, I did the month unlimited which is absolutely the best deal. I try to go to at least one class a day, if not two, and I have so much fun doing it. Jacqueline is amazing and so is Sara! If you love to dance, this is the best place to do it and get some serious exercise too! read more

Great place to take a private class with a group! I arranged for a private salsa class for my sister's bachelorette party, and we all really enjoyed it! Groups can choose from all different types of dance, and while the burlesque/striptease sounded most intriguing for a bachelorette party, I chose salsa because it tied in with the night's theme (we went to dinner at Nacional 27 and salsa danced there after dinner). Our instructor (Lisa) was SO energetic and fun. We all loved her. She asked me if my sister had any particular favorite songs or favorite dance moves, and tried to personalize the experience as much as possible for her. She even toook pictures of the group with my camera. She taught us a dance routine, and encouraged drink breaks, because I brought in champagne, water and snacks for the group. Beforehand they also offered to set up a table for the drinks/food and had a tablecloth on it all ready for when we arrived. They also had boas for us to use if we were inspired to do so, although in salsa it doesn't really make as much sense. The dance class is an hour long, and prices are less if you schedule for before 7 p.m. Because the bachelorette party was starting with the dance class (at 4 p.m.) we paid for an extra half-hour of time up front for socializing/drinking champagne before we started dancing. Also I expected some people to be late, so the extra 30 minutes was the buffer. It turned out GREAT and I would highly recommend scheduling a private class for a special event such as a bachelorette party or birthday. Even people that claim they have "2 left feet" had a great time learning the salsa combinations. Our instructor really made it fun for everyone and it broke the ice amongst the group since there were groups of girls that did not know one another. It really set the tone for the rest of the evening. Thanks All About Dance! read more

Love love love this place, started going about a month ago for Adult hip hop and I couldn't be happier. I also tried their FYD classes and they are awesome such a great workout and so much fun. The instructors are great and offer explanation of dance moves when needed. The music/environment is awesome and I always leave class energetic and so so happy! read more

A friend from one of the dance classes told me that I am obsessed.... well she's right! I've been going to All About Dance for almost 2 months now and I can't get enough. This place is full of energy and friendly faces as soon as you walk through the door. I've only taken Lisa, Whitney (who are the two most energetic people I've ever met) and Jacqueline's (whose also full of life) classes. The cardio classes are amazingly fun, you literally don't feel fatigue until you're done with the routine after a song. Lisa's MTV Hip Hop class is super fun and the routine is always hype. The instructors motivate you to "shake ya booty", everyone is extremely engaging, and even if you aren't the best dancer I know I always feel like an MJ back up dancer when I leave. Strongly recommend! Everette read more

I have danced at all about dance for six years, and I have not a single complaint. The first year I did tap, the second year I did he pop, the third year I did ballet, the fourth year I did Friday starlets, the fifth year I did Tuesday starlets, and the last year I did company which I can do for eight more years. I've been going there for a long time and when I'm old enough I will become a teacher. If you fall into the following teachers, tell them I say hi. Miss Jessica, Miss Jen, Miss Ashley, Mr. Dan, Miss Rachel, Miss Lola. I love dance and I won't let it go!!!!! read more

In an effort to (1) supplement my running workouts with something that enhances balance and flexibility, and (2) recapture the ballerina memories of my childhood, I enrolled in the 8-week Ballet I for adults class here this summer. The cost was very reasonable, and the class is something that I now look forward to on Wednesday evenings! Not the "classical" dance studio I grew up with (in the room next to the ballet class is "Cardio Strip Tease"), All About Dance is non-intimidating and the instructors and staff are very friendly. read more

I purchased the Chicagofitness passbook that gave me a coupon to two FREE classes at this studio. I never got to take a class because they wouldn't honor it even though it doesn't expire until DECEMBER 2011...they don't know how to run a business! read more

I just took my first class here- as I just moved here from San Francisco and I have to say I am WAYYYYY disappointed. For the cost $18 for a drop in class that is ONLY 50min- back in SF class is 90 min for $12 (10 if you buy a 10 class card). I took Hip Hop II - and the instructor didn't even have specific choreography for the song. She just picked whatever she wanted and made the dance fit the REALLY FAST BEATS- even if it was HORRIBLE!!!! I guess my standards are HIGH- as I truly came from an AWESOME place and will be very HARD to BEAT. read more

I have taken a bunch of classes here this past year, and let me say, It is THE MOST FUN way to exercise. I love it. A friend and I have started a two class saturday tradition. We get together an hour before class and have coffee, then we take cardio hip hop and then cardio strip tease. We are barely walking and dripping with sweat by the end, but we have a blast. There are a lot of people in some of the classes, but it is so much fun. I am enamored with our instructor, gara... she is awesome and a really fun person to hang out with on Saturday mornings! I have also taken ballet- which i loved, but just could never make my schedual work with weekday classes... Don't be scared if you are absolutely without any dance talent... I don't think I will ever feel comfortable doing a strip tease, or dancing hip hop ever, but it is a fun way to move your body and get more comfortable dancing in front of people sober! which i think is a good life skill... read more

I credit this class for helping me lose the 40+ pounds i have in the past 18 months. it is so much fun and every week it is something different. i do admit that some of the ladies are better than others (i miss you lisa m) i just can't help but pay the $$$. most people spend $100 a month at a gym that you don't even go to and do the same thing over and over again. this place is extremely well run and i walk out of there every night sweaty and glad i went. i also like (someone else mentioned this as well) that i have a different set of muscles hurt after each class. i run a lot so i'm not sure to the abs/arms stuff and i love every second of being sore. Thank you all about dance for saving this once fat girl read more

I take Youth Fundamentals Ballet II and Modern II classes here at All About Dance. They are fun and challenging too. 5 stars about the classes and teachers! Unfortunately, the classes are a bit on the pricey side. The studio is also bad with communication with their students. For example, my parents never knew about the recital fee (around $80 per class.. also expensive) until after the date it was supposed to be pay so now they'll have to pay $10-20 extra. I usually get to and from class by myself so my parents aren't in the studio much. I guess what I'm trying to say is that All About Dance seems to relay on in-studio contact with students and parents, not via phone or email which makes more sense. Also some of the front desk staff don't really seem to know what is going on with all the classes which can be difficult and annoying for students. As other reviewers have mentioned, it is a bit cliquey. read more

So, All About Dance. I bought the Groupon January 2010, started the classes in September, and when I created my online account it said my classes expired in September of 2011. Cool, a year. I thought that was what I had initially read. So I hoarded them and neglected to check again on my account. I enjoyed the classes (hence the two stars) but was seriously glad I had gotten the Groupon deal as they are really quite pricey. But then I had three left that expired. What?! Okay, yes, I went back to the Groupon and realized it was my mistake. The classes expired a year from the purchase date, and not a year from the start date. Fine. I lost out on three classes. It was still a good deal and even though I'm sad, it was my fault and I'm pretty sure I'll live. The reason for the two stars however is that I e-mailed AAD to confirm this, and to ask another, totally unrelated, question, and I never got a response back. Not a sorry, you're a dope who can't read and those expired in January. Nothing. I didn't expect them to give me the three classes back--that would've been kind and going over and above, which I don't expect. But if you're going to place an e-mail address on your website, be professional enough to respond, even if you have to give bad news. We can take it, I promise! Go to Go Cycle instead. They're great! read more

I never even stepped in the door. I paid $18 online for a class that I had to cancel but according to All About Dance, I never cancelled it. I thought I did... they say I didn't and that they're sorry they can't honor it. A good customer service company would have gone forward and honored it... being that I clearly paid and it was never used. I'm sure the workouts are awesome but I will find another spot to get my dance on!! read more

This is a great place for a bachelorette party event! We started out our festivities here with the cardio strip tease class. Our instructor, Gina, was friendly and very professional. I was able to request that our class be minimally sweaty (we were going out afterward) and she continually asked us about our comfort levels during the class (e.g., do you want to learn a more sexy or flirty dance?). She also caught on quickly that few of us had true dancing talent (ha) and that we were there to have FUN and laugh at ourselves, not to learn to be strippers (unlike other dance classes in Chicago I researched for the event). That was very appreciated and we all had a blast. read more

I was obsessed with Hip Pop dancing class with Jacqueline Howard on Tuesday. Even that I lived far far away I will be very happy to "commute" here to take the class. Now I moved to a different city, I missed All About Dance class so much. read more

I am taking Cardio Dance here and I'm really enjoying it. I going on 6 mile runs pretty frequently and exercise a lot, but I am so sore after every class I take and get to exercise all kinds of muscles that I never normally would. I love taking dance classes here and would recommend it before joining a gym any day. The classes zoom by and as long as you are taking beginner they will make sure you are comfortable and not leave you behind. Such a great place to take classes! read more

It is overpriced. Simply put...instructors have been nothing fantastic. Adult ballet that is, otherwise I don't know about any of that other crazy stuff individuals engage in.... Class was like $18 bucks or something. I can go to the Joffrey Ballet for $10 as a student and its the JOFFREY. Only a block away from my condo so its convenient and I want to like it, I just don't. read more

I used to dance in grade school and college, but it's been a few years and I wanted to challenge myself and get back in the studio. I figured taking a class here would be the easy way to do it because other reviewers said it's more for fun than anything else. I signed up for Cardio Strip II thinking this might be at my level. The instructor is the owner, and she's highly energetic and upbeat. In the first class, she taught eight consecutive sets of moves (64 counts) and proceded to blast faster and faster songs to the point of manic dancing at the end of the class. The classroom is small (for children it would be fine) and tape marks the spot where neighbors should stand from one another. I'm 5'-9" and literally found myself having to baby-step in order to stay in my 4-foot space. The choreography required much more than a standing position, with steps, turns, rolling around on the floor, kicks to the side, etc. Every other 8-count I had to pause so as to not knock the wall, or shift to avoid my neighbor's foot. Some of the choreography was genius, but some was pretty friggin' terrible... I came in for the second class and was surprised that all our choreography from the previous week was out the window, and we learned a new dance set. This disappointed me, because isn't the point of a class to improve upon something? I wasn't looking to burn calories as much as dance well. After pausing constantly to avoid hitting the wall or cracking my tailbone on the floor, I just had to leave... $210 for the course was too steep for this kind of compromise. ***UPDATE: Being very responsive to Yelp, the instructor suggested I take the Jazz course as it might fit what I'm looking for. She also noted that All About Dance will be expanding in July and the classrooms will be larger. I think I will give Jazz a try then. read more