Let me start with saying I am horrible dancer. This place is great for all levels of people. The…read moreowner and staff are professional but fun. They do a great job on making you feel welcomed. I would say this is a great place to learn or have date night.

I did Zumba today. ME! Erica B! I did an hour long class of Zumba. I know, you're thinking hell,…read moredoes she want a medal? Well let me inform you- I am the single most uncoordinated gal on the planet. I dance like Elaine on Seinfeld- actually she puts me to shame. I've been known to trip over lines in the sidewalk, carpeting that is too thick and run into walls without any given notice. Yes, I did Zumba. I was never aware of what this actually entailed, but was always slightly curious, though obviously not enough to warrant checking it out. A friend told me about the classes at Midtown Dance Studio, conveniently located in Minglewood Hall and within walking distance of my house. All this and only $7 bucks? ($40 unlimited all month- and they have weekday classes as well. Freaking steal!) There were no excuses. I agreed to go this morning. I foolishly researched a video of it a mere 30 minutes before leaving my house and almost backed out. This requires some serious rhythm. Which the dear Lord decided not to gift me. I put on my big girl panties, sucked it up and showed up for the 10 am class. Cue the warm up. Hey, this isn't so bad. I can keep up! Perhaps those videos I watched were advanced! Look at me go! I'm keeping up with the instructor. Next song, not as easy. Okay, I'm just out of shape. I just had a baby, it's hot in here. I can keep going with some minor adjustments to this crazy foot work. Two songs later, asking my friend for the time. We've gotta be close to wrapping this shit up. 10:22?!?!? WHAT?! Okay, I can do this. I can't breathe- but it's all good. Fake it till you make it! Oh, that lady in front of me is pausing. Good. I'll just go grab my water bottle. Whoa! What is going on with the footwork here? I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror. I look like a lame horse or perhaps a donkey. Cue the incessant laughing by me and the little boy who was drug to the class by his mother. I can't stop laughing. I'm burning more calories laughing than shaking my hips. Is it just me or do parts of Zumba remind you of the dance Patrick Dempsey does at prom in Can't Buy Me Love? Laughing uncontrollably again. Cool down! Ahh yes. This wasn't bad. I was actually quite good. I can do this again next week! Judging by the extreme lack of rhythm going on in my class that thought process has to be pretty similar in everyone's head. Otherwise this place would be empty. If your excuse is that you think you'll make a fool of yourself- screw it. I just made a fool out of myself for the both of us and then some. It was fun. I enjoy laughing at myself- and really points to anyone for showing up and trying. I'll definitely be back- though I'll be having meetings with Billy Blanks in my living room this week to try and build up some stamina. That shit is rough yo!

About 10 years ago I was teaching here for the summer and it was a great experience. The owner was…read morereal nice and decent and the kids were amazing with loads of talent and luckily I brought my Los Angeles swagger to Memphis to put them on the right track to dance. At the time Justin Timberlake's little brother Jonathan was one of my students as well and I remember he took to dance really well. I taught 3 to 4 classes a day from 8 years old to the teenagers and a mommy class on Fridays. Those were the good ole days in Memphis, but if you're ever in Germantown and you have the need to get your dance on please go to this studio.

This studio teaches all genres of dance. They have recreational classes as well as a competition…read moreteam. My daughter has been taking classes for 13 years. During this time, the owner, teachers, and all personnel have treated her with love, kindness and respect. They have instilled in her a desire to work hard and a love of the art. The studio is good about communicating any cost, performance opportunities, etc. well in advance (no surprises). You know it is a happy place when your child wants to go to the studio even if she does not have a class that day. My daughter and I will be sad to leave when she graduates.

My daughter has been dancing here for over 10 years. She has had progressed well each year and the…read moreentire dance staff does a really job at teaching her. She has made lifelong friends. Each year, the studio does something fun. Last year, she was able to dance on a Carnival cruise and this year, she got to perform at Nationals in Sevierville, TN. The parents have become our friends too. We have gone to different birthday parties and had get togethers. Love DAB!

A great big Kudos to the staff at the Dance Academy of Bartlett. They teach dance to children from…read morethe age of 3 all the way up to 18. My granddaughter was enrolled with them. This morning was their recital. The older kids did a ballet using the music and telling the story of the Wizard of Oz. The choreography was sensitive and obviously put together with a great deal of professionalism. Some of the older girls, in my humble opinion, seemed to have attained to a level of professionalism as well. I think that the recital, itself, provided a vision to the younger kids and their parents just to what level, they could attain, if they so chose. Of course, the choreography was appropriately suited for each age group. But I must admitted that my granddaughter stole the show.

Andriy choreographed a wedding dance for me and my husband. We enjoyed dancing at Blue Suede so…read moremuch that we kept taking lessons for years after the wedding.

Nice space to come with a large or small group for dancing lessons. The instructors were kind and…read moreready to party, they took their roles seriously and were patient! The mirrors, strobe lights, and dance floor fit the space. I could see myself taking a Zumba class or more salsa lessons here.

Sequel is the the best dance company in town!! The teachers are amazing and the dancing is…read morebeautiful! Definitely the place to be if you want your child to make long lasting friendships and connections!

Fred astaire Memphis is an Awesome place to dance! I love my dance instructors ; Yurii and Vlad!…read moreAll the staff are amazing, as well! Frances, Mariia, Sarah, Hailey and Chris are so fun and so very helpful, as well... This is my 'Happy Place'!

Best teachers and staff + best students = a dance family and friends who have the best time…read moretogether. Sorry I didn't sign up earlier but so glad I'm dancing now!!! Best teacher Vlad (I'm partial, he's my instructor) Yuri Chris Francis Sarah Maria Hailey

Ultimate Ballroom Dance Studio is outstanding in every way. The instructors are not only talented…read moreand knowledgeable but incredibly patient and are dedicated to the individual goals of their students. The studio is beautiful and welcoming and demonstrates such an incredible commitment to excellence in all aspects of dance and teaching. It is both a welcoming environment but also a place where each student can strive for and achieve their goals. From private lessons and group classes to showcases and parties, competitions to community service, Ultimate Ballroom exceeds all of my hopes and expectations!

Instructors are amazing. They all are patient, highly skilled and excellent with all levels. I…read morehave found Ultimate Ballroom Dance Studio to be my 'happy place'. Denys and Yana are fantastic dancers and Instructors.

I'm sorry to say I was very disappointed in the new theme of The Nutcracker. Compared to the old…read moreclassic version the new one is just too modern. If someone had never seen the old version and went to it for the first time, they could easily grasp and follow the story. This new version does not make any sense. I mean really... replacing the Russian with peppermint sticks? Is this a Candyland theme? Sometimes change is not good when you are dealing with a classical ballet. As always, the orchestra was spectacular, as worthy lead dancers. However, I'm thinking Ballet Memphis Just doesn't have the talent it used to. So many of the dancers aren't even en pointe anymore! My 17 year old granddaughter has been attending the nutcracker since she was three years old, and says this 2025 is the last time she will ever attend unless the old version is brought back. It seems like everything has been cheapened, for lack of a better word. Even the costumes! The dancers' even lack emotion. Like many people I know I am so sorry this has happened to such a classical performance that people anticipated seeing each year

Ballet Memphis is such a treasure!…read more When they moved to Overton Square, they truly became an anchor for our performing arts district. I can't make it through the holidays without The Nutcracker and I really appreciate how they recorded the play and donated it to Memphis during the pandemic. I'm at the point where I know the dancers on sight and know their special gifts. I took a tour of the space before COVID-19 changed our lives. I love how you can see the dancers practicing from the street through the massive glass windows. They have dance school, community dance classes and a studio for pilates classes. I copied and pasted their class offerings: -Classical Ballet Training -Expanded Dance -Youth Ballet Memphis -Boys at Ballet Memphis -Community Dance -Summer Dance -Ballet Memphis Pilates -STOTT PILATES® Certification -Adult Ballet -Expanded Dance They have group mat and equipment classes for all levels, Total Barre™, Active for Life, bodyART™, Total Body Conditioning, and specialty clinics. Also, private and semi-private training. The costume shop is insanely amazing, you can also rent one of four studios and there's a business meeting rental space with high-speed fiber internet, teleconferencing and other features. They'll bring in caterers, table rentals and valet parking.

I decided to check this place out - closest gym to my lodgings. I walked in and first noticed how…read morerun down the building was in general. I was also put off that there didn't seem to be anyone there (not even any staff!). I took a lap around the facilities and left - Why? Because it looked like a death trap! Broken pieces of equipment leaning against the wall, no visible safety measures in place, and just overall looking run down. I'm pretty sure they spent more money on their website (which photos there made this place look like it was going to be resort level) than they did on the facilities.

The best gym that takes its workouts very seriously. The group classes are fantastic! The owners…read moreare the best in the business!!!!