This was a spur-of-the-moment activity, but a friend of mine wanted to try a ballet class to see if…read moreshe might get back into dance as a hobby. Another friend had taken classes at this academy before and highly recommended it, so the three of us booked an Introduction to Ballet class on Sunday at 12:00. Check-in was quick and easy. The class was $25 for an hour and a half, which I think is very reasonable considering it's from an actual ballet school. There's no strict dress code, which worked out well since none of us owned ballet attire -- we just wore regular workout clothes and socks, and it was perfectly fine. The instructor was wonderful. She started by asking who had never taken ballet before, then positioned the newer students between people with experience so it would be easier to follow along. I really appreciated that, as I have no dance background and definitely found myself lost more than once. Having people around me to follow made it much less intimidating. The class itself was energetic and fun. The instructor was patient, encouraging, and made sure to keep things approachable for beginners. I'm sure my form was atrocious and I messed up plenty of times, but nobody cared -- the atmosphere was supportive and welcoming, and everyone was just there to enjoy themselves and keep trying. The class had people of all different skill levels and abilities, and it felt very inclusive. Overall, this was a great introduction class, especially for someone nervous about trying something new. I never once felt self-conscious, and I genuinely had fun. I'd highly recommend this academy to anyone looking to take dance classes, whether you have experience or not. If I were interested in pursuing ballet, I would definitely come back.

This is an amazing place. I started from intro classes when I was 40 and two years later I can…read moresometimes take intermediate classes. Every teacher I had was wonderful. I saw Shirley Bassat name mentioned in some negative reviews - I love her! It took a while to get used to her style, but she actually corrects your position, and is warm and caring behind a strict surface. If you have some tolerance of being called out in front of a class, you can make so much progress with her. I also want to mention Vanessa's Pilates classes during the weekend. I've been to many Pilates before, but her class is ADDICTIVE. She tailors the class to everyone there, and remembers everyone's strength, weakness, and goals. She uses different props for each student to make sure even the same move will be most effective for each person on their fitness/ dance journey. She also has a great sense of humor to make challenging classes pass by quickly. The classes are packed and somehow everyone gets individual attention and enough space/ room to practice comfortably.

Anna is an amazing teacher and her classes are always interesting and rewarding. She has high…read morestandards, but she is always encouraging and patient. Her love of dance is infectious. I wholeheartedly recommend the Center.

GO consistently you won't regret it !! Feel stronger than ever It's almost impossible to find an…read moreinstructor as dedicated and detail oriented as Anna-- she will guide you through everything to make sure you are engaging properly and getting the most out of your workout. Intense... but the results dont lie.

Ive done barre before but never an actual ballet class. This was exactly what I needed. very…read morebeginner level ballet focusing on each position but also adding some stretching and strength training. So much fun. Will definitely be back

I took an amazing class, Character Ballet/World Dance with the teacher, Osamu Uehara. What a…read morekind, patient, and thorough teacher! He also pushed me so I could learn and excel. The class was also so fun. I think it's rare to have all those combinations. What a Gift!

This woman still owes me $1200 for unused ballet classes. "I'm sending the check today," she'd say…read more That was more than a year ago. There was no intent to repay. Don't prepay for lessons. You will never see your money again.

A total disappointment at many levels. One, the unprofessionalism of one of the teacher's is highly…read moreshameful. Given the reputability and history of the place, more time should be spent on training basic conversational etiquettes to their young and naive teachers. Regardless of the teacher's personal issues, they should be required to retain a significant level of professionalism. Two, given they take pride in their approach to dance, their technique seems to be out of touch with today's reality and dance. Rather than building on a child's knowledge, there is an imposition of "classical" technique that can be disabling for a child than enabling. Three, the stuffiness of the rooms is inexcusable. All of this reflects badly on their ability to teach a child and maintain long-term working relationships with parents.

I purchased a package of private lessons as a gift to my now wife for our wedding day. We worked…read morewith Leo who made this a fantastic experience. A little background, I am not what you would call a dance enthusiast, I am fairly shy when it comes to the dance floor and don't like attention. Leo made the experience totally comfortable and after 1 listen to our first dance song, started developing a routine that was really impressive. By the end of our sessions, I was confident to present our dance to our friends and family, and I didn't look like a total doofus on the dance floor! He even included a lift that made the attendees applaud. We are very thankful to Leo for his talents and making the experience completely comfortable. It was absolutely confidence builder for me, I can't recommend Leo enough. Also, the routine he developed for us photographed really well, I am so happy with this experience.

My fiancé (now husband) and I worked with Leo at Sol Dance Center on a surprise bachata for our…read morewedding first dance. We did five private lessons and it was a HIGHLIGHT of our wedding night. Leo was so incredible to work with, creating a dance that we felt confident and excited about. We couldn't recommend Leo at Sol more!

I have been playing basketball here since I was a kid and still do on Thursday nights. It's a piece…read moreof old New York in the neighborhood. One of the last.

I love the place. I dont know about any past experiences of anyone else, but i can vouch for the…read moregymnastics trainers and the attendees. Their great. We do warmups for about 25min, then our exercises are geared towards handstands, back tucks, front tucks, back handsprings, front handsprings, whip backs tumbling, you name it, we do it. We got rings, springboards, the balance beam, mushrooms, The youngest i have seen is teens, the oldest is 74 yrs old. If you want to learn something cool, and do something challenging instead of sitting around, come on bye. You can pay per class, you can pay by the course. In my opinion, its great. Theres nothing like this on meetup, or in Jersey. I learned handstands, and backflips. Bathrooms and locker rooms are both clean and tidy. Its all skill levels from total beginner to advanced. Drop in and say hi. See You There!!

Excellent staff and teachers.Professional and Great with the kids. Organized. I heard owners are…read morewell known professional dancers ...

Tutu is absolutely wonderful. The instructors are exceptional at making every child feel supported…read more Classes are small allowing for each child to get the attention they need. I couldn't recommend tutu more!

The Park Avenue Armory is a historic 19th century, Gothic Revival, military building that was…read morerestored to become an incredible NYC cultural institution. It was build in the late 1800s for a prestigious Civil War regiment... it was preserved and then became a cultural center in 2007. Make sure to enjoy the architecture, decor, art in the smaller rooms open to the public (Tiffany glass windows, turquoise tiled fireplace). The only play I've seen in this space was The Doctor. I also saw their productions of The Lehman Trilogy and Illinoise once they transferred to Broadway. Most recently i visited the Armory for the CLINEMAN installation. I spent a couple of hours watching the porcelain bowls glide across the pools of water... listening to the different pitches of their chimes.

The Park Avenue Armory is one of my favorite places in New York City. It just feels so different…read morefrom anywhere else. The architecture is incredible, and the second you walk in you can feel the history. In a weird way, it kind of makes you think, "Wait... is this place haunted?" or "What stories could these walls tell?" I've been lucky enough to see a bunch of really cool art installations here over the years, plus a few fashion shows. If you've never been, definitely check out their website to see what's going on because there's always something interesting happening. The latest installation I saw had three huge pools inside this giant wooden deck with blown glass bowls floating around on the water. The whole thing was super relaxing. Some people were taking naps, some were quietly talking with friends, and others were just sitting there watching the glass drift around and soaking in the ASMR vibes. It's such a cool example of how creative they get with the space. In my dream world, I'd get married here lol.

First off, I suck at dancing. With 6 weeks to go until our wedding, my fiancee and I came here…read morethinking Why not try out a First Dance choreography? I was so impressed with the owner and the lesson itself, which was carefully crafted based on our skill (or lack thereof) and he said something which really stuck with me: Dance is for everybody Well, our wedding went perfectly and I'll always be grateful. Keep up the great work!

Great place, great teachers, welcoming and always see smiles when the children come out of classes…read more Some not wanting leave and want to stay for more classes or to watch the older kids. Nothing beats a smile on a childs face, that's when you know you're in a good place and a nurturing environment. There are different disciplines and styles for all ages. Looking forward to the recital, which I am sure will be amazing. The entire staff is amazing and respectful. The new owner Spiro is hard working and cares about everyone that walks into the studio. With Jessica helping with admin responsibilities and a teacher herself does an amazing job at keeping all the parents aware of what's going on and when. All the teachers have been working hard all year and are very dedicated - Thank you for all you do and looking forward to another year.

My daughter had an outstanding experience at LICSB. She took classes here from ages 2-4, and all do…read morethe teachers were outstanding. We even held her 4th birthday party here, and the staff could not have been more helpful. We no longer live in LIC, and LICSB is one of the things we miss most about the neighborhood.

Our daughter has been attending LICSB since 2014. We're very happy with the school, which not only…read moreoffers first-rate ballet training but also has remarkable taste in selecting and producing performances. We especially appreciate the culture of camaraderie that is felt in the school. The best office manager (and costume designer) in the world.