My daughter has been dancing at FR dance for over 3 years. She has grown so much in her skill…read morelevel and character with their support. My son also takes several classes and there are many other boys in his classes. Both of them also participate in FR's great theater program with original productions that inspire young people to read. In addition to recitals there are also other competitive and performance opportunities for dancers that are committed to growing their talents. The studio has outstanding teachers, a wide variety of class offering, as well as friendly & welcoming student families. It's a nurturing and inclusive environment for children (and adults) of all ages & abilities.

I was looking forward to taking my daughter here and had high hopes as I used to dance here as a…read morekid. My daughter had recently turned 4 and at first had a great start to the class with all the kiddos. She got along great with the other students. A few months in, my daughter had one rough moment in class and was crying because of a streamer she had wanted, I had checked in with the teacher, Ms. Yevette, explaining she hadn't gotten enough sleep and I'd make sure to be on it. Unfortunately, following this class, the teacher consistently seemed irritated with her and would purposely pick her last for every class activity, almost to test if she would throw a fit again. She would get mad at my daughter for looking at herself in the mirror and pick at her while leaving the other girls alone. Luckily, my daughter didn't have any other fits or seem to notice. But as moms we know when someone doesn't like our child. I work for an Elemantry school and know how difficult kids can be, but have always actively worked to make sure kids feel included and never feel that I'm irritated by their existence (as they are, kids). Disappointing to say the least.

Kind and encouraging, dDance Unlimited provides ample opportunities for all sorts of dance goals…read more And I love all the guest teachers that they bring in and the events that they join in.

Dance Unlimited is an amazing dance studio and we feel so lucky our 10 year old dances here. The…read moreowner and main teacher, Gina, is very knowlegable and a true expert in dance and always has the best of the best dance faculty come and teach in areas of their expertise. Futhermore, Dance Unlimited has instilled confidence and skills in my daughter in a very short time and she has found a new love of dance. We are always so impressed with every dance performance the studio does and it is a true show of amazing, dedicated talent. All of the dancers are so friendly and welcoming and the studio is not too big which is great for community and friendship building no matter what the age of the child is. You can't go wrong with having your child dance and learn at Dance Unlimited!!!

I've never had any formal dance lessons so when a friend suggested that I come to The Ballroom of…read moreReno to join him for a beginners West Coast Swing class, I was excited, but a bit nervous. The instructors, Jeff and Cindy are so great! They are welcoming, encouraging, and professional. There are many regulars that attend the basics class as a warm up and then take the level 2 class an hour later. I have gone to 3 classes and plan on taking more in the future. I have also attended a members social that had food, drinks, music, and two hours of fun. Everyone that I have met at the classes are friendly and patient when I ask questions or get the moves wrong. I feel that I can only get better with practice and experience. There are other classes offered at the ballroom like Salsa,Tango, Country Two-Step,Country Swing and more! Check out their website for dates, times, and class levels.

I can't believe that it has been over 10 years since I wrote the first review for The Ballroom of…read moreReno! I guess I should update it! Am I partial toward The Ballroom of Reno? You bet I am! This is Northern Nevada's only nonprofit dance studio and they are doing everything they can to get everyone dancing. The research on partnership dancing and aging has been phenomenal! That alone should encourage everyone to dance! The Ballroom offers a free Dance With Me program for those who have cognitive and/or mobility issues such as Parkinson's or dementia. There is an afterschool program through Reno Housing Authority in underserved areas. There is also a program for young children! Last night was the annual fundraiser Gala for the studio and what fun we all had. What wonderful performances by all. And yes, I have the parent's permission to post the pictures of the youngest student to perform at the studio!

My friends and I went to the free waltz and rumba class on Friday evening, and the instructor was…read moreenthusiastic, thorough, and patient with the completely-new to dancing group, and she offered great tips to the more experienced dancers. I think we each will retain what we learned, and I look forward to returning for more complimentary Friday night lessons with my friends in order to encourage them to continue with learning the graceful movements. I also will be buying a punch card to take additional lessons from their very expansive calendar of classes. I really liked the welcoming energy here.

From the owner: We specialize in the instruction of dance in the following dance styles: International - Latin &…read moreStandard, American Rhythm & Smooth, Social, Competition and wedding dance instruction.

So surprised I went, SO GLAD I did…read more I was expecting a burlesque show. What got was more. The group did acts from the 20's to the present about an hour of time, with a short intermission. Loved the first two opening acts. They were great and I loved their choice in music. It was the old school vaudeville burlesque style. As acts continued we had clothing and music from the 60's, 70's and 80's. The final act had to be from the present since I didn't recognize the music. Each performer did a fantastic job at costume and music selection, as well as putting together the right theatrical dance. I enjoyed the old school feel of the show. I did miss a fan dance- a Sally Rand impersonation would have topped off the night. Right up front the audience was told how the troupe is about celebrating the woman- no matter their sexual orientation, color or size. Any ill manners are not tolerated and you will be removed promptly. It takes quite a bit of nerve to perform in front of so many strangers. If you ever see the name, catch the show.

These ladies are absolutely fantastic. I am a big fan of burlesque and they give it all they have,…read morethey even make it funny sometimes. I've been to about half a dozen shows now and they've got me hooked. Each and everyone of these ladies bring something special something that's a part of them to their shows! If you haven't been it's a must go! Love you ladies!!!

As a kid I was never put into dance classes, and until the last few years I never realized how fun…read moredancing could be. The other day I saw the advertisement for the adult hip hop class and I thought it looked like so much fun. I talked to the owner who encouraged me to try and said it would be open to all levels. Tonight I tried the class for the first time and it was so much fun. The teacher and the students were all welcoming and I didn't feel judged for my lack of dancing skill! So if you've ever wanted to try dancing, I recommend trying here! Your first class is free as well! The facility was clean and masks were required. I'm happy to see a small business making it through COVID!

Taking a dance class here. The facilities at Dancin Performing Arts are beautiful. There are…read moremirrors against the walls in the dance space so one can see oneself. There are bars against the walls for ballet. There are also seats inside in the classroom in the back of the room, as well as, seats outside the classroom. I assume they're for parents with you children. There is a small reception area but more seating in back. The facilities are very clean and there is ample parking in their plaza. It's a great location to learn how to dance!

These folks are a flash from the past with kindness and knowledge. My wife and I have been going…read morefor about 3 months. Instructors conduct after lesson briefings and inspire having fun with improvement. Instructors know the movements for both male and female so they can show how it's done. Above all, they are so nice and professional. Tracy and Blayne......

With both of us having two left feet, my fiancé and I knew we wanted to take dance lessons for the…read morefirst dance on our wedding day. Two of our friends had taken lessons here for theirs and gave us a gift certificate for two 20 minute lessons here. When we came for our first lesson, we were greeted enthusiastically by Corina and Aiden. They were very professional and fun. And at the end, they sit down with you to give feedback as well. We enjoyed our mini lesson but the only thing that kept us from coming back for the rest of our lessons is the cost of their packages. They were double our budget. If you have time for group classes and are here just to dance - then the packages might not be too unreasonable but since we only needed some guidance for an event, we couldn't justify spending a few hundred for a couple lessons.

I took my daughter to Beauty and the Beast Jr at Demonte Ranch High school this weekend and I was…read moreblown away! The performance was as absolutely amazing!! Bell's singing was so beautiful and Geston was hilariously full of himself (how he should be)! All of the performers were so good (and I know a few were High School or younger which is very impressive). Vocals on point, costumes/props perfection, choreography awesome, and we had the best time. I can't imagine how much time it takes to put something like this together... the talent! I'm exited to see what other plays they will be doing down the road. My daughter was dancing around the house when we got home pretending to be one of the performers. (The best compliment is imitation right?!) Well done!!

Recently attended the August 2019 performance of Guys and Dolls performed by the school at Hawkins…read moreAmphitheater in BartleyRanch. The group did an incredible job in their presentation of this 1950's Broadway hit. Gamblers, gangsters, show girls and missionaries all collide in this comedic musical. The entire ensemble seemed perfectly casted. The over 100 costumes propelled you swiftly back to the mobster era of the late 20's. All the voices were strong and on mark. The dance scenes were full of energy. I enjoyed the simple set they created. It allowed for quick scene turnarounds. Performances at the Hawkins Amphitheater are wonderful. Set up on the natural hillside inside Bartley Ranch, you can enjoy outdoor shows in the Nevada evenings. Seating was good, easy line of vision to the stage, as we sat rows 4 and 5 with seats 1,2, & 3. Sound was great through the entire show. Seating was reserved pre sales. I do recommend bringing a cushion. The spacious metal seats can get a hard by the second act. Plenty of on property parking. Bring a flashlight to get back to your car. There are no lot lights. Why don't more residents enjoy our local theater groups. They are so affordable and simply do a fantastic job.

We signed up my daughter for a trial class in August and have been a member since! She has really…read morecome out of her shell since the first class. It helps that we have the same class time as her friend so she has a familiar face. Ms Elysia has been her teacher and we love how patient she is with the kids and teaching them different positions. You are able to watch the class and it is open enough to bring siblings as they provide toys to play with in the lobby while class is in. Everything in there is soft pink and makes you feel like a princess! Sometimes they do unlimited months, which is nice. I would highly recommend it for those who are on the younger age interested in trying ballet!

First off, the setting is magically pretty don't you think?! It's giving me Princess vibes…read more My husband and I recently signed up our daughter who's 28 months old and so far enjoys this place! The instructor is sweet and right on it when it's class time. On her first day (trial day, also free) I had hoped she was introduced to everyone to make her feel welcome and had like a one-on-one so the instructor and my daughter can have an idea of each other and where's my daughter at if that makes sense, because it reminded me of college where you take a last minute class and expected to catch up whether you're feeling a tidy bit lost you know. This kind of age I do believe they need more help with "settling" in. I was glad my husband came with me on her first day basically. After that she's gone to two classes and feeling more confident within herself. It is a bit fast paced, I mean, we did start the middle of the month, but like I said, a one-on-one with them will be helpful on the littles who needs more guidance. Overall I do enjoy this place so far and look forward to what my daughter will continue to learn and experience her first recital!

Parkway is great at maintaining their gym locations and they maintain a good atmosphere…read more Sad to say I have received rude treatment at other gyms around town, but never at a Parkway location I tend to use the gym much more often during the winter when outdoor adventure is a bit chilly.

Parkway Athletic Club at Saint Mary's is clean, with friendly staff and plenty of strength…read moreequipment. Cardio machines are noticeably old, and weekend hours end at 5 pm, which is inconvenient. At $70/month the price feels too high for what you get. Also, when I went to cancel my membership, the staff member did not mention the 30-day advance notice requirement at all--so I was charged for an extra full month unexpectedly.