During a long summer trip my teen daughter was missing dance team practices and intensives. She…read moretook some drop in's in both contemporary and hip hop at Urbanity. The classes were fun yet challenging. The teachers and students were all pleasant and welcoming. Overall it was great experience. Definitely recommend.

I hired 4 lyrical dancers from Urbanity Dance to perform freestyle solos as part of a surprise…read moreflash mob proposal for my partner, and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. The dancers were super professional, dressed elegantly, and really breathed life into the song that the orchestra (hired from a separate company) played. I paid a flat rate per dancer, which included the performance and 50 minutes of rehearsal time before the proposal to give the dancers a chance to rehearse with the orchestra since they had not worked together before; Urbanity Dance was worth every penny and then some! The final performance was exactly what I had envisioned, and I especially appreciated that the dancer who performed last (Joy) finished her solo with a "lyrical invitation" for my partner and I to follow her to the predetermined proposal spot - this aligned perfectly with the music as it was fading out, and allowed for perfect photography/videography coverage - plus the two of us were in such a daze as everything was happening that we definitely needed the clear guidance Joy provided. Big big thank you to my POC, Cayley, and each of the dancers who made this possible: Genny, Katie, Haley, and Joy.

My main complaint about this studio is that they don't have air conditioning, so taking class…read moreduring the summer when Boston temperatures are in the 80s and 90s can be extremely unpleasant and tower fans are just not sufficient. It can be uncomfortable just to be standing in that kind of weather, let alone doing cardio for an hour plus. Honestly, this seems irresponsible to me, and I'm confused by the fact that they don't seem to be concerned about heat stroke. There are definitely days when the only reason I don't go to class is because there's no AC. I also wish they had contemporary classes (they have one "contemporary modern" once a week, which is not the same as contemporary).

Five floors in the absolutely huge Odd Fellows building for…read morelessons in just about any kind of dance. Central Square, Cambridge. Adults and children. Love this place

YELP - this business at 82 Boylston St., Brookline, MA has closed. There is no web site available…read more They ran an excellent dance studio for adults.

I went to an open class after years of taking off dance. There were quite a few people in a small…read morespace. The class was difficult but I kept up somewhat. Most were younger adults (where I'm almost 50). Everyone was nice and the instructor choreographed a beautiful routine. I just wish I was in better "dance shape" to have kept up. I mistook "open" for beginner and I would not say it was a beginner class. You need to know basic terminology of dance to keep up at all. If they ever offer a beginner class I'd be apt to come back.

I have always wanted to try ballet but I've never danced in my life. I started taking the absolute…read morebeginner adult ballet classes and I've greatly enjoyed the 2 sessions (completed 16 weeks) so far. I would recommend taking the class more than once before progressing because I felt like I learned so much the second time. I took the class with instructor Isobel Chang and enjoyed her teaching style. There are all ages and all body types and all genders, with no problems. So if you're interested, go for it

I'm not sure what compelled me to try ballet after years and years of sports and a failed audition…read moreat a middle school play of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Perhaps, it was my love of all things spandex or the need to finally live up to the Abba song my parents still sing to me, "Nina, the Pretty Ballerina," but I made the leap (pun intended) and signed up for the adult absolute beginner class. This class will not disappoint! The instructor, Claire, is a magic maker. She took a girl (ahem..me) whose lack of coordination has resulted in two broken arms (mind you, at the same time) and numerous other embarrassing moments and turned her into a girl who can now plie in front of a mirror without laughing at herself. I wish I wasn't moving this summer otherwise I would definitely continue the classes. Here's the low-down: Attire ~ Think yoga. You don't have rock the leotard like Beyonce but you can if you want. I wore spandex on bottom and a shirt or tank top on top. Show your calves and your feet. It helps to wear different colors - one on top and a different one on the bottom. This will allow your instructor (and you) to see when parts of your body move that shouldn't (i.e. hips). They sell ballet slippers at the studio. You can buy them there but you will have to sew the straps on at home. Color choices: pink and black. Demographics ~ As mentioned above I had none, I mean zilch experience with ballet or dance. There were people in the class who had some gymnastics/ice skating/ballet/cheer-leading/jazz dance etc... Ages range from high school students to happy retired people. Class sizes are usually around 10 but will vary. Mainly ladies who take the class but men are definitely welcome (there was one guy in the first series of classes I took and he was way better than me). Cost ~ I think I paid around $120 for 8 weeks or something like that. Well worth the money. Add the cost of ballet slippers if you don't have them. I was like this girl when I started: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7fAvXH25Ng so if I can do it...anyone can do it!

It was our first time going to a ballet - the Swan Lake at the Opera house was such a magical…read moreproduction. The costumes, the set, the dancers, the orchestra - just everything, was so impressive. The Opera house was a perfect setting as well. I'm now definitely a fan of the ballet now :)

What a show!! You…read morecan always count on The Nutcracker to put you in the holiday spirit. The lobby alone will do that for ya. I mean look at this lobby! Christmas trees, chandeliers, nutcrackers, lights, balconies, ugh I just love the elegance and quintessential Christmas energy. Talk about TALENT. This show is no joke. This is ballet at its truest and finest form. These artists make ballet look easy (and it is far from it) so I applaud every single person in this show. Boston Ballet performers are absolutely phenomenal. What's so amazing, aside from the show, is watching people file in and noticing the crowd ranges anywhere from 7 year olds to 70 year olds. Anyone can come, watch, and enjoy. Truly a perfect outing for you and your whole family, with friends, or solo! Highly recommend catching The Nutcracker!

I had a wonderful time at a BollyX dance work out on Monday night. The instructors are very…read morefriendly, and emphasized smiling and having fun as more important than mastering the movements on your 1st class. It was a very fun time and a great work out! My back is a bit sore today, and I earned 5 Weight Watchers Activity Points for the 1 hour class - which for me is equivalent to walking 10 miles! No dance experience is needed to have fun & get a great work out from the class. (Trust me, I'm NOT a dancer.) The class I attended was a free promotion, but the normal rate is a reasonable $12 per class.

Don't subscribe to them. They continue to charge you despite having canceled their services. I will…read morenever recommend their service and hugely regret having joined it. Wasted money for a year!!

Cute, family-run business. The teachers are clearly passionate about dancing and I appreciate that…read morethey are not looking at the students like $-symbols. But, as a small family-run business it faces some expected challenges: class options and class sizes are unpredictable but usually fine.

3.5-4/5 Pros:…read more-Competitive prices for the area ($75 per person for 4 classes) -Talented instructors -Water bubbler -Restrooms -Nice staff Cons: -There are two main studio areas, separated by a curtain. There are usually 2-3 classes happening at the same time, so unfortunately you can hear the music from the other classes and it can throw you off. -One of the studio areas is adjacent to the waiting area and there's no door or curtain in between, so anyone waiting might be watching your dance class, which might be less than ideal for self-conscious beginners -Street parking

The administration is unprofessional, disorganized, rude... Their communication is incredibly…read moreconfusing when it's not down right wrong. They sometimes don't communicate when classes are cancelled or they send out a mass email, but some people are left off. I've made the trip into the studio more than once to find out my class is cancelled. They make numerous accounting errors. Don't give them your credit card for automatic payments! Actually, you might be better off not giving them your money at all. Last year they had a "youth company". They charged $150 in production fees in addition to charging for rehearsals. They did rehearse, but there were never any productions. They didn't refund our "production fees". There are some very good teachers, though, and they're the only reason I'm not giving this 1 star... However, One of their very best teachers, Miss Christina, recently left. If you like the teachers, I recommend finding out if they teach somewhere else. I reviewed this place in 2014 and gave it 4 stars because for a brief time it looked as if things were getting better. Sadly, they're not.

I think this place does a really good job with their lessons. My issue is more with the shows that…read morethey put on to highlight the lessons. For whatever reason, for such a deep resume/repertoire Tony Williams and his staff CAN NOT pull of a recital. The show is always ridiculously priced. The show should NEVER cost more than $20 a ticket! They also should be able to tell you when your class will be on stage. It really is a pain to find out your kid already went on when you were told they were going on later based on practices. Also the "stage manager" really needs to tone it down. These are children. Not teenagers but small kids. They don't need someone yelling as if these were the Oscars. She seems to take the fun out of these events.

After being a student of 'Triveni School of Dance' and having Neena Gulati and Tara Ahmed as…read moreinstructors/gurus, it's next to impossible to find someone of that caliber and find a school that offers the same sincerity!!!!! Who remembers 'Billy Elliot'? ....then you must know this, "What does it feel like when you're dancing?" Billy says, "Don't know. Sorta feels good. Sorta stiff and that, but once I get going... then I like, forget everything. And... sorta disappear. Sorta disappear. Like I feel a change in my whole body. And I've got this fire in my body. I'm just there. Flyin' like a bird. Like electricity. Yeah, like electricity." That's the kind of momentum you gain at Triveni, each and every class, with Neena di or with Tara. Sense of Discipline - guru Neena-di instills the values pretty clearly. There's a dress code, no leggings, no capris, nada. It's that simple. No cell phones unless it's a 911 type of situation...genuine in other words. Don't be late, don't talk while the other batches are practicing. No chewing gum etc. Self Esteem - she ensures that you are respected. Whether you're a beginner dancer, or a veteran dancer, you are given as much time and attention. The school offers Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi and Odissi classes. Triveni is a not a school that runs like a busy business - their fees are reasonable, students from in and around colleges are given some concessions, and there's an annual affair where every single student gets to participate and feel good about their skills and talents. I wish Neena di or Tara moved to SFO. Schools in the Bay area are like the sweat shop assembly lines.......no heart! I've tried four schools here......they are all just ordinary schools who have lost sight of why they begun dancing!

Neena ji is the BEST teacher ever. From the time we met her, we have been extremely fond of her. My…read moredaughter has been learning dance at Triveni for the last 4yrs and is highly motivated to continue. Neena ji brings out the best in kids, is extremely patient with them. We are so happy and proud to have Neena ji as our daughter's teacher.

I am an adult driver (40+) who has always lived in the city and never driven prior to this school…read more I enrolled in the beginner private lesson package which I found from googling adult driving school reviews. I was initially nervous when I saw that multiple instructors would be working with me. After I emailed them with my worry, they called very quickly to explain the benefit of learning from different instructors, something that ultimately helped me feel prepared for the road test since you never know which examiner you'll get. Every instructor I drove with was patient, professional, and clearly invested in both my safety and my success. As an adult learning to drive in this city, I can't recommend this school highly enough.

Inconsistent, Unprofessional, and Ultimately a Waste of Time & Money…read more I am writing this review on behalf of my father, a retired military Veteran from India, who just completed 7 lessons with Brookline Driving School. Unfortunately, his experience was overwhelmingly disappointing and I would strongly advise you to look elsewhere. Our primary issue was the complete lack of consistency between instructors. He had at least three different teachers, primarily switching between Ervin and Vitaly. While Ervin was patient and seemed to genuinely enjoy teaching, the same cannot be said for his counterpart. Vitaly was, frankly, obnoxious. He lacked basic respect for his students, was often loud and visibly frustrated, creating an environment where my father felt intimidated and unable to ask questions. If you don't have the patience for this job, why are you in it? To make matters worse, he made uncalled-for and stereotypical "jokes" about Indians being bad drivers, which was completely unprofessional and offensive. The biggest practical problem arose from this inconsistency. Ervin and Vitaly taught completely different techniques for parallel parking. One would say to do it one way, and the next lesson, the other would contradict it. This constant change in instruction confused my father daily and shattered his confidence. The culmination of this failure was on his road test. He failed specifically because of the parallel parking maneuver. The conflicting advice from his own instructors left him unsure of the correct method, leading to a critical error. I hold Brookline Driving School 100% responsible for this. We are cutting our losses and heeding our neighbors' recommendation to try Waltham Driving School instead. Save your time, your money, and your sanity--go somewhere else. This school is unorganized and employs instructors who are not aligned, with at least one who lacks the basic demeanor required to teach.