My thoughts on this studio:…read more 1. Don't bother with the dress code. I purchased my dancer specific dancewear after talking to the Registrar, Flora, about the dress code. The majority of dancers are not following the dress code. 2. Don't expect a peaceful studio. The handbook specifically says under the sharing spaces section: keep voices at a low volume to reduce distractions and noise and show each other respect and kindness. This was not enforced. After every class, the dancers coming out of the prior class were extremely noisy for 30-45 minutes outside the studio. It was extremely disrespectful to my dancer's class. After I politely requested for quiet in the studio, my request was ignored and the behavior continued. 3. Don't expect to feel welcome as a new dancer. Priority is given to dancers not new to the studio. I had questions about my dancer, and the school director, Alex, could not be bothered to evaluate my dancer. 4. Be prepared for a weird smell. The smell of the studio made my asthma worsen. I want to mention this because I know how frustrating it can be to enter a space that triggers asthma for those who suffer from it.

Kinetics Dance Theatre (KDT) is truly a gem among the local activities available for kids in this…read morearea! They are a non-profit organization that is more interested in teaching dance as an art form than making a buck. I've had at least one of my munchkins going here for the last 4 years (ever since we moved to this area). Between them they've taken Ballet 1, 2, 3, 4, Pre-Pointe, Pointe, Modern Dance, Tap, and Jazz...so I think we've seen quite a variety of classes. We could not be happier with KDT. It has been and continues to be a positive place for our munchkins to learn dance (and made some good friends to boot). If you're in the market for a place for your little ones (or even big ones) to learn about dance I'd definitely suggest checking them out.

Ms. Darby and her talented crew make Maryland Academy of Dance so much fun for my 4 year old…read moredaughter. She enjoys going to classes and would prefer to go every day. They are in a new, spacious facility. The teachers are kind and friendly toward the children. I enjoy seeing my daughter light up at the thought of returning to dance classes. She has her favorite teachers, and so do I.....but, they're all really good and SO talented! Ms. Darby (owner) I remember from a dance ministry in an East side church from many years ago. It's good to see she's sharing her craft and gift with these bright-eyed children! The new dance season begins 10/3/16! We cannot wait!!! Your child will enjoy it. Everyone is nice and the space is bright and cheerful! Joyce Anthony & Lyric

MAD is more than an academy it's family. From the moment my daughters and I entered the building we…read morefelt confident we had found what we have been searching for. Having the option of musical theatre for our older daughter and ballet/tap for our toddler all in the same loving and safe environment truly is rear. Mr. Chris is excellent musical theater instructor. His years of prior Broadway experience has equipped him to challenge and nurture his student's talents. Ms. Darby is the most attentive and supportive Director we've ever encountered. Look no further for a great and wonderful experience you and your family will enjoy!

Morton street dance center is a great place to attend dance classes if you are living in or around…read morethe Baltimore city area. They have a variety of choices, but I can only speak to the modern dance class. Both the beginner and advanced dance classes are well taught - starting with warm-up, then some basic across-the-floor steps or technique, and ending with some choreo. The beginner modern class is every Thursday at 7:30PM and advanced is every Thursday at 7:00PM, located in 2 separate studios. It is a little bit difficult to find, but it is located in the back of a huge bldg complex, with plenty of parking available in the lot. The beginner class is perfect for those who either have not danced before or have some modern dance experience from the past, but have not danced for a while. The advanced class is for those who have some dance experience. The teachers are wonderful and really tailor the lessons to each individual. My only gripe is the cost of the classes. $17/class if you want to take one 1.5 hour class. Or you can get the 5 class card or the 10 class card option, which is cheaper (these cards have time limits though). I had bought the 5 class card once, and am taking a break as it is too expensive to maintain.

From the owner: Originally established in 1992, Morton Street Dance Center is one of Baltimore's best and most…read morecomprehensive dance schools. Morton Street's exceptional teaching staff offers exciting, age-appropriate, developmental instruction for professional level dancers and every member of the family age 3 to adult.

Still 5 stars. This studio is for you if you want your child to be very skilled in technique. The…read moreBallet , modern and contemporary are top tier. They offer all the other genres you would want as well. The competition team wins . The recital are real performances.... You would think the kids are professionals.

The people are so kind and loving, definitely coming back!! Wooooooow amazing dancers, soooooo much…read moreinspiration to look up to here. Also lovvvve the teachers!!!!

My daughter has attending the school since September 2020. She is now in Crew 2. She has had a…read moregreat experience with Mr. Ryan and Ms. Aminya. I would recommend the school for budding dancers and more skilled dancers. My daughter loves the choreography and the friends she has made so far. I have noticed an increase in her confidence and dance moves/ability in this small time period. I feel like I am getting a good deal. The classes meet twice per week, but the school offers virtual and in-person classes. They strictly follow COVID rules and do not allow parents into the facility to sit while class is in session. The registration process was quick and easy and I am able to find important information on their user-friendly website. If there is anything I have a question about, I can email and get a response same day most times.

Very impressed with this studio. Very clean. Communication very clear. We attended summer camp my…read moredaughter has learned so much hip hop in such a short period of time I'm impressed. I'm also very impressed with the studio manager sending emails to keep us in the loop of things going on. Ellen is very pleasant. Such a friendly joyful studio manager. All the instructors and assistants on deck to assist is commendable. Fully staffed. Only hang up is the location the parking lot is odd to navigate. If your child loves hip hop this is the place.

You will not find a better dance studio ANYWHERE! In fact, this Arthur Murray studio is the #1 in…read morethe whole country. And it is easy to see why!!! No matter what your level of experience the teachers at the Columbia Dance Center will work to your level, one on one, and bring out the inner dancer in you. The entire staff is highly experienced, dedicated and passionate about dance. Every person who walks through the door is valued, respected and seen. I have decades of dance classes behind me and I have never loved dance so much as since I found this studio. They don't teach only to the best students and leave the rest in the dust, as has been my experience in other studios. They support, respect and uplift every single dancer. The curriculum they teach is consistent among all the instructors and is very thorough. My primary instructor is Ellias and he's a Jedi Master, I swear. I learn soooo much every lesson and have a blast doing it. You have the opportunity to work with all of the instructors and practice with them. They are all so generous with their knowledge. Kindness is the culture. No snobby attitude here! People of every age, background, ability, physicality, all levels, get 100%, no dancer left behind. It is so inspiring to watch some of the people who have worked to become Incredible, competitive dancers and know they started out just like you or I did. I don't aspire to compete, just to enjoy some hot Latin social dancing, but it is fun to watch Dancing with the Stars in real life.. I am happily hooked and am here for group classes and group practice parties in addition to my private lessons many times a week. That's where you get to meet the whole community of dancers like you to practice and friendships are made. I cannot say enough good things about my experience at this Arthur Murray in Columbia. Come on and give yourself the gift of joyful movement, you will never regret it.

This studio is AWESOME!!! All of the instructors are very knowledgeable and want the best for their…read morestudents. It is a very enjoyable and friendly atmosphere to learn how to dance. I would recommend joining the Arthur Murray in Columbia to anyone.

My whole family loves Baltimore School of Dance! Amy makes…read moreyou feel like part of the family as soon as you walk in the door. My kids love the kids ballet classes. They get to dress up every class! I danced as a child and have found my skills improving beyond what I was formerly capable of. I cannot say enough about this place! We just love it!

My daughters absolutely love their dance class at BSD. I have also had the pleasure of taking some…read moreof the adult classes taught by Miss Amy. She is a fabulous teacher. I love the way she formats the classes for the littlest dancers; besides a basic warmup, she incorporates a story into the class, which the Children get to act out in costumes EVERY WEEK! It is such an excellent way to expose children to dance, as dance is storytelling at its core. We love Miss Amy AND we LOVE BSD!!!!

This is a review of the concert series/concert hall (there is a separate business on Yelp for the…read moreGeorge Peabody Library). (FYI in case you don't know: Peabody is JHU's music conservatory/school.) I attended my first concert at the Peabody Institute last weekend when we had some visitors in town. The concert we attended was a performance of the Peabody Symphony Orchestra. It was free, in the beautiful Miriam A Friedberg Concert Hall, and wonderful overall. It's a gorgeous venue and location for a classical music concert, and the Peabody musicians are so talented. The concert was wonderful. I'm planning on attending concerts in the future! What a wonderful place to hear classical music in the city! If you like/love classical music, want to support the Peabody students, or are in the area and want to try something new, check out their concerts and events page and take in a concert! We're lucky to have them in Baltimore!

The Peabody institute is a cool place to check out if you're in the Mount Vernon area. You're only…read moreallowed to visit the library, which looks amazing, with the 19th century architecture complete with card catalogs. It's also right along the Purple Line bus route.

Great place to workout and the staff is awesome they have different types of workout classes and…read moreit's fun you don't realize you're working out

From the owner: Dance Solutions is a company for the community. We aim to bring dance to the majority through…read moreclasses, parties, community events and more. We are dedicated to exposing everyone to a healthier self, no matter their age, fitness ability, or economic standing. We offer classes in jazz, tap, lyrical, ballet, African, modern, Salsa, Zumba, and PIYO, as well as corporate teambuilding events, class events, parties, and more. While Dance Solutions is for the adults, Dance Solutions Youth Outreach is strictly for the kids! Schools, recreation centers, and the like to reach are many of the places we teach as well as in the studio. Start having fun with our family friendly business today.

I've been doing CrossFit for almost 3 years and recently made the decision to switch boxes; it was…read moregetting difficult to make my way into the city to work out every morning, and with my better half in law school every night, I needed a bit more flexibility in my life. CrossFit Catonsville is very close to home, they have a great class schedule (especially for a smaller gym), and kickboxing and yoga are included in their membership! Chris, the owner and head coach, is awesome; I find that his style of coaching is very focused on technique and he has lots of suggestions on how to scale WODs with the goal of getting stronger, not just finishing a workout. I've already PR'd on several lifts in the past month at CFC. Eric and Susan are also fantastic coaches, and I've really benefitted from some of the pointers and suggestions they have made. As anyone who does CrossFit will tell you, the community aspect is what keeps folks coming back for more. The people here are AMAZING and friendly, and I have felt so welcome from the beginning. This is a great box for people who have been doing CrossFit for a while, and an excellent box for beginners. The prices are really fair, and, as previously mentioned, you have a few other options for how to get a good workout in with kickboxing and yoga!

CrossFit Catonsville is for anyone and everyone! They offer a variety of classes regardless of your…read morefitness level. I have always felt encouraged attending the classes and it really is a positive and caring community.