We attended a student showcase to support a friend who had been taking classes, and loved it. It's…read morea really small space but you can feel the camaraderie and support between the teachers and students. I can't speak for the classes themselves, but if the show is any indicator, this school is a place that promotes the best of burlesque, self-confidence and body positivity. Brava!

These are actual burlesque classes. Not just like someone who does "sexy" moves. Like they are…read moreseriously passionate about burlesque in these classes. And they have the BEST burlesque shows we've seen in Atlanta.

Joy is one of the greatest women I've ever met! She inspires me and makes me feel safe. Joy…read moreprovides a movement space where I can heal emotional wounds, connect with others and grow. Joy teaches dance through the lens of Nia (dance and mindfulness practice). Classes are at Calo Dance Studio in Kirkwood. She has opened the door to healing and love for me. I am forever grateful for having her in my life!

I hired Down South Swing to perform and provide dance instruction at an upscale law firm holiday…read moreparty in Atlanta. Evin was a pleasure to work with throughout the booking process. I also hired a live swing band and after I introduced Evin and Jules (the bandleader), the two of them worked together to coordinate music and dancing for the event without my having to even ask them to, which I really appreciated. At the party itself, Evin and the dancers who accompanied her were brilliant! They provided fun, easy-to-follow instruction for those who wanted to learn some swing moves and taught more complex moves to folks with more experience. They managed to get several folks from the firm out on the dance floor - including many whom I didn't expect to give it a shot! I would work with Evin/Down South Swing again in a heartbeat and would recommend them to anyone considering them for an event.

If you want to learn how to swing dance, look no further. Easy to find, easier to sign up, and…read moreit's been a joy to learn, and I look forward to continued learning. Four classes a month, you can pay-per month, or per-week just to sample. It's simple to do, and the classes are fun, not over-crowded, and the teachers are all wonderful. It's a lot of fun, and if you are into, or are interested in getting into swing dance, Down South Swing is a can't-miss.

I attended a free dance class night for a Yelp review event. The teacher didn't really instruct and…read morejust started dancing. The class was really full and it was hard to see what she was doing and it was very hard to follow. A few songs she would just walk off mid dance. I am a beginner level dancer so it could have been my lack of knowledge but it was very confusing and I left feeling like I didn't know any more about the dance than when I started. It's possible it was challenging because there were so many people there and that paid classes are much better since this was a free event.

This studio has an amazing amount of space to host classes. It's well kept and clean and in the…read moreheart of downtown Decatur right off the square. I have been here for a number of classes and events and the issue I have has always been the same. PARKING!!! OMG!!!!! Parking at this studio is atrocious. They literally have 7 spots in the back of the building IF you can find it. Those spots are so tight that it also depends on the type of vehicle you drive....whether or not you will get a coveted spot. I adore this business, but PARKING......is horrible. If you come to an event after hours you will be able to park somewhere on the street for free; after 6 p.m. on weekdays. Other than that you may have to pay for parking and walk to the studio. Just prepare yourself and leave early enough to find a parking spot or take MARTA. You'll enjoy the classes you take here, you won't enjoy spending a lot of time looking for somewhere to park.