The teacher, Elaine, has moved her studio to Columbia City. It's a tiny space shared with a gift…read moreshop. I am an elementary level dancer and I found Elaine to be a wonderful teacher for me. She worked me hard but with sensitivity to my strengths and weaknesses. Under her instruction I found myself able to do steps and combinations I hadn't been able to nail down with other teachers in larger studios. The tiny class size means loads of individual attention. Cost is $18 for a 90 minute class or $17 if you take multiple classes.

After struggling to find detailed, professional information on what this place offers and whether…read moreit was even open, I am now a believer. In this day and age, we're used to the MindBody app, online scheduling, updated Facebook pages and Google Maps entries, and Instagrams, but you're not going to get any of this with Belltown Ballet. You're getting an elderly woman named Elaine who runs this thing herself, seems to be doing it for fun, and doesn't have the patience for technological updates. This is a great, fun, tough workout. I have been interested in trying beginner ballet as an adult, and this was a perfect introduction for me. Elaine is such a lovely person, and she makes ballet enjoyable and accessible to all types of people. There were about 10 people in the class I tried, a good mix of men and women of all levels. The atmosphere was relaxed and somewhat social in between exercises, with a lot of laughter throughout. I have been to other all-levels or even beginner dance and workout classes, and I often find myself frustrated by the lack of instruction and attention to people who had no clue what they were doing. Not so at BBC ballet; everyone felt seen. The classes are all levels, and there are students who have been dancing for decades, as well as true beginners like myself. The more you learn, the more you understand the proper technique and what you have to work on, so every student finds it challenging. Here is the logistical info as of August 8, 2022, as they don't seem to update their website or social media: BBC Studio AKA Belltown Ballet is doing live, in-person classes. (There are also online and hybrid classes, but I haven't tried them and won't comment on them here.) Live classes are Monday and Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. They take place at the Seattle Armory in Seattle Center, 4th Floor, north end, Puget Sound Theater spaces. Classes are $16 for drop ins, and you don't need to register or anything, just show up. There is plenty of space, so come, bring friends, etc.

I took a good variety of dance classes here - kpop, hip hop, and dancing in the dark…read more The classes are great and the instructors are also amazing! Also the studio itself is SUPER CUTE - the lounge is wonderfully decorated. It's located in the coolest alleyway.

I've taken a couple dance classes here, and it's been an awesome experience! The staff and…read moreinstructors are all so nice and welcoming (shoutout to my favorite instructor Chyna!). There's different workshop classes every week, so you can experiment with different dance genres or practice a specific skill, like floorwork or footwork. The studio is clean, and I appreciate that they have free lockers you can use while in class. Parking near the studio may be difficult, so I'd definitely arrive with plenty of time to spare to find street parking in the area. I definitely would recommend PopRox to anyone looking for dance studios in Seattle. Super beginner friendly and a great place to level up your skills!

I have danced at a lot of different studios around Seattle. I was frustrated because there weren't…read moremany in South Seattle, and it also isn't easy to find awesome classes. Not only is Studio 206 close to my home and in an iconic Seattle building (Old Rainier Brewery), the classes are so fun! There are so many talented and engaging instructors to match any flavor of dance you are looking for. Classes are accessible for first time dancers, and also satisfy those who like a little more choreo. The community at Studio 206 is also amazing. So many wonderful people who support each other and have a blast, while getting a great workout. If you have been looking for dance fitness and are just now discovering Studio 206, then be very excited. You're going to love it!

This is the greatest Dance studio in the history of the world. Nicole is amazing. She is a positive…read moreand fun and she makes us sweat!!!! She has created such a wonderful community of amazing people and I'm lucky to call all of them good friends. I don't know what I would do without these amazing people in my life. Plus, she has gotten the best people together to instruct other classes and there is truly something for everyone. Don't miss this studio!!!! It's literally what I look forward to. It's my therapy. If you hate the treadmill, give this a shot. You will love it!!!!!! On top See you there!

I can't say enough good things about VAM. The way that they make a wide range of dance styles…read moreaccessible to all ages and skill levels in the community is unsurpassed! I like it so much I drive down from Snohomish on a regular basis to take class. I've been taking tap at VAM from Mark for 5 years now. He is extremely welcoming, and one of the nicest human beings you will meet! As a more advanced adult tap dancer, it can be hard to find a studio that can continue to challenge you. And challenge me Mark does! I am humbled to be able to take class from someone who trained under the masters, and really is a master himself! His historical knowledge of tap dance is priceless and I love hearing his stories. All these years later, Mark will still pull out steps/patterns I've never seen before. No two classes are the same! And most importantly he makes class fun and is extremely skilled at "teaching to the room", making sure everyone present is being challenged at their level. Proof of all of this can be seen in the vast array of adults who come to take tap dance here - all ages and skill levels! In true "drop-in" format as well, which is very conducive to adult schedules (no feeling like you'll be behind because you missed the previous week). Veronica and the rest of the staff are super kind as well. I've always felt welcome walking in the door. Their annual showcases are also very fun to be a part of. If you are unsure, definitely give VAM a try! I'm willing to bet they have a class/level for you.

Everyone at VAM Studios was helpful and courteous. Veronica's ballet 5/6 class was on point for the…read morelevel and challenging. Veronica was great at giving corrections and demonstrations. The studio floor appears to be sprung. However, the room is smaller than I would prefer for across the floor combinations. Overall a, lovely experience at a nice studio.

It's a slow paced option for older people. Music way too soft and all songs and dances I have never…read moreheard or tried. I won't be back but they have some regulars that love it. Not for fast paced sweat inducing workout

Just because I had free time this morning, I dropped in Ida's Zumba class in Greenwood. and I LOVED…read moreit!!! She has such a warm personality that makes everyone around her feel at ease. Her class is for all-level so anyone can jump in and enjoy the class. Another great thing about her class is other ladies in her class who are also very friendly and they asked me to come back soon.

FATPHOBIC DO NOT GO…read moreHERE PERIOD IF YOU FEEL YOU DESERVE RESPECT! I am a ballroom dancer , intermediate level. I dance bachata, salsa, meringue, cumbia and tango. i wanted to meet people so I joined as a single person for a group of lessons. while dancing with a member he grabbed me roughly and shoved me into "place" where he thougut i should be positioned for the song, then yanked me again very roughly. when I approached the teacher about this behavior she completely and totally ignored my concern about THE ASSAULT I EXPERIENCED and she said I need to move to the beginner area IMMEDIATELY in the middle of class! it was humiliating. before this she was giving me so many minor corrections and no one else. she also did not enforce partner rotation which leads to better learning. I sat in my car and cried for 20 minutes before I could safely drive home. i have not been to any studios since this traumatic event. i was the only plus size in the group.

I attended a virtual La Clave Cubana - Salsa Fusion class led by Reinier, as part of a virtual…read moreseries he's teaching at UW. Reinier has great energy (even on Zoom) and the lesson was very easy to follow and good exercise (I didn't expect to sweat at home!). Reinier is a handsome cuban man with good rhythm. He chose fun and upbeat music, too. The many dance moves we learned were very practical (I recognize them from casual salsa nights I've attended in the past - without any lessons). I liked how he went over each move and we practiced at just the right pace -- not too fast or too slow, too challenging or too boring. Even though I had missed the first salsa class, Reinier did a recap at the beginning and it was easy for me to jump right in! I feel like I learned more in this one class than all the casual salsa nights (which usually start with a free lesson) that I've attended before. I'm very excited about attending the next class. Thank you! P.S. I hope everyone can help support this small local business! They offer lots of online classes even during the pandemic! Unlike some other virtual dance/exercise classes I've taken, I didn't feel like I was "missing out" or not learning enough. The energy was good too, even though we were on Zoom!

ADI has been a really positive experience for me as an adult beginning dancer transitioning back in…read moreto ballet after time away. The teachers have been knowledgeable, friendly, unpretentious and encourage questions. I've taken adult ballet classes at two other Seattle dance schools which I've decided to stop attending because the experience at ADI just feels right compared to the others. I'd chalk it up to: 1) Convenient location with free parking. 2) Welcoming environment. I met the business owner from day one and she was very friendly. The instructors learn your name, which surprisingly isn't always the case. It makes a difference. 3) Instructors that are very engaged with dance and can explain the subtleties well. 4) Flexibility; the school lets you make up classes in either the Magnolia or Greenwood location. You get emails if you miss a class asking if you would like to make up. In other schools, asking for make ups has sometimes felt like pulling teeth, but they make it easy for you if life happens. Also, there are a couple of adult beginning ballet classes per week with hours that are doable for someone working 9-6.

My daughter loves ADI. We moved to the area about four years ago and stumbled around until we found…read morethis dance school. We started in Greenwood and now take classes at Magnolia. My daughter has a great relationship with her instructor, Margaret, and everyone in the staff is incredibly warm and welcoming. No matter what activities come and go for my daughter, she never wants to quit dancing and I know that is in part due to the welcoming environment at ADI. It's always great to see the big smile on my kids face when she finish a class!

Really fun dance classes - quite enjoyable and energizing.read more

Eshita (+ Rangeela) was my husband's Bollywood dance instructor for Seattle Dances 2024 - a…read morefundraising competition for a local non profit. She taught my husband who has beginner dance skills to be a tour de force at the competition within a couple of months. We loved her pure joy of teaching and her energy is incredible. The best part of the dance project was Eshita - she is so much fun to learn with. She is a skilled star performer with an epic smile! And if you have kids, as we do, your kids will fall in love with her fab, fun and super kind teaching style. - Think of Mary Poppins teaching you to dance.