I bought a cheap Groupon class for this place and have also attended their free outdoor salsa…read moreparties at Streetsville Square. While the class was very cheap, and the instructors friendly, I actually found the classes quite confusing and intimidating. They were trying to teach 40-50 people at the same time and had multiple instructors and assistants at the same time. While I understand the need for assistants in such a large class, it becomes quite confusing when you are trying to listen to the main instructor and you have someone else telling you something in the other ear. Also, with respect to the venue, it is a fairly large place, but it also serves as a martial art studio and didn't have the same feel as other dance studios. Also, with respect to their outdoor parties at Streetsville Square, those were fun and they were all very accommodating. Verdict: I think this place is ok, but just wasn't a fan of the large classes and the venue, but if you are one that likes "exercise-style group classes", this could be for you. If you prefer smaller classes, I wouldn't recommend.

This dance studio is super awesome!! It's in the heart of Streetsville. A bit difficult to find…read morebecause it's under the street level shops and once inside you will notice it's quite small too. However, don't let the size fool you. This place is just right for all the dancers. I started taking an intro level salsa dance class. There are several experienced dance instructors present during the class to help you with the steps and to help follow along. The class moves at a fast pace but it's a lot of fun. You just have to relax but pay attention to the instructors so you pick up all the dance moves and don't miss a beat. I love to dance Salsa, and if you do too or you're willing to give it a try, this is the place!! Come have some fun!

This was the first dance studio I ventured into in trying to learn how to dance for a friend's…read morewedding. While I had a generally positive experience, it didn't necessarily make me feel comfortable. Compared to other studios I've been to now, I found the staff here not as welcoming whereas other studios we learn your name. I think this studio focuses more on ballroom than Latin dancing and if you are preparing for a wedding, then it'd be great, but if you want to learn Latin dancing, there are definitely many other studios in the area that will make you feel a lot more comfortable.

Extremely friendly well trained staff on site. Very welcoming. Great teachers and lots of fun!!!!!read more

At Blueheel they make you feel like family!! From the…read moremoment you walk in you feel that warmth and "homey" feeling. Besides the fact that it's one of the most lively and growing community in Port credit. Very experienced and professional staff that help you grow with as a dancer and a person. Can't wait to get back out there and keep dancing!

Awesome ballroom dance and cardio fusion experience! The instructor started from really basic…read morefootsteps. Slow and easy. Going back and forth just to make sure that everyone was at least on the same page. Adding steps as we went along and some choreography. It was real cool workout and engaging your core. The place is neat and clean. Well lit for day and dim lit for night dance. He staff are very friendly. The owner B was met with us after class and explained the different kinds of Ballroom dances. Street parking is available and it's free after 5pm. Cool! Being non-marking shoes for class.

Ditto to Bernie C.'s review below…read more I took group classes with Mark and Natalie and they were amazing! They will even dance with you at the socials to ensure that you're doing the moves correctly and, most importantly, having fun. I would have continued the classes except there are more females than males so the school asks level 2 and above males to come in and volunteer. Dancing with some of them that were only at level 2 was more of a hindrance because they barely knew the steps themselves. Also, some of the male participants really needed to practice personal hygiene. My biggest turnoff, however, was Roger (an instructor in training). He would get really impatient and even kind of rough with us. I basically refused to dance with him during the classes. He should NOT be teaching anything with his attitude - can't stand that guy. I was going to give it three stars but then I thought of how great Mark, Natalie and Natalie's husband were.

I've taken a few group classes here and also attended their monthly socials. They usually hold…read moretheir classes at a Royal Canadian Legion, so while they don't necessarily have their own studio/facility, the Legion rooms are quite big and have different floors so they can accommodate multiple classes at the same time. Their specialties appear to be in the Latin styles (hence the name), which includes salsa, bachata and cha-cha but they also do tango and kizomba as well. I have also attended their monthly social which seemed to be around 60% salsa and 40% bachata and cover is usually $15, which includes lessons for beginner and intermediate dancers. Their socials are held at another Royal Canadian Legion which is located right next to the Long Branch GO station. The socials go on for 4-5 hours with about 15-20 minutes of performances by their students and some pro dancers. The dancers were really good. Most of the people attending the social/party were friendly and were there to dance and not too many players/flirtatious people. I find that certain places that offer "Latin" dancing are more club-like as opposed to just learning to dance and have fun. All in all, I thought the party/social was fun and members were friendly. Will probably go again and might take some classes here.

No complaints with the quality of the instruction, but what management did to me was one of the…read moreworst things a business can do. This was supposed to have been my child's third year attending summer camps at this studio. Their policy, as stated on the confirmation email I received on March 4, stated "Please note that no refunds are offered once the class has begun." Then COVID-19 hit. While other theatres and dance studios around the city moved their camps and classes online, or cancelled the altogether after consulting with the parents of the children enrolled, Joy of Dance chose to move forward with in-studio summer camps. I was notified of this 2 days before my child's camp was scheduled to start, in an email that also stated that no refunds would be issued after July 1, despite the email itself only being sent on July 9. The configuration of the class had also been changed from an aged 8-12 group to a 6-8 group. I was not comfortable sending my child to an indoor camp, with a younger cohort who was unlikely to be capable of physically distancing properly, while the city is still in a stage 2 pandemic lockdown. I communicated that I was not comfortable sending my child. While I was within my rights to ask for a refund according to their policy (the first policy, not the second one they made up after I had already enrolled and paid), in the spirit of supporting a small business through a difficult time I asked if they could consider a partial credit towards a future class instead. The manager, Jennifer, replied stating that she would not issue a refund. When I responded reminding her of her studio's refund policy, and that I was not actually asking for a refund but rather a partial credit, she ignored me. Joy of Dance sprung a modified camp on us that I did not feel comfortable with or agree to, with no alternatives. EVERY other summer camp my children have been involved with offered either a refund or credit. Not this one. They pulled a bait and switch, took my $400, and flat-out ignored my request for even a partial credit. Well, enjoy it Joy of Dance because it's the last money you will ever see from my family. Even though we live virtually across the street from your studio, I will now be taking my theatre and dance-loving child farther afield. I hope my $400 was worth it to you.

My friend Alice & I went here for a Hip Hop Dance class…read more It was suppose to be a beginner class but we definetely had a challenging experience as it was quite technical. It was fun & a good experience but I think next time we'll go to the Burlesque Class.

I enjoy taking Salsa & Bachata classes there as they provide a fun & comfortable environment to…read morelearn from. My experience with Tania is, she is a step above most schools as she is a professional dancer, she is able to point out the small details that makes me better. Also Fernando, Stefan, Great instructors too & Farah is a wonderful helper as she's guides to me & other students to be better. I highly recommend Dance ConneXion to anyone looking to learn, especially the monthly package

Probably the best Salsa school in Toronto…read more I just arrive from a two year stay in the Salsa capital of the world, Cali Colombia. I've been trying different studios around town that would match the quality of those in Colombia with no avail. After a three week search I finally found one. The Dance Connexion is a Great school with a highly skilled staff. Way to go Tania.

Booked the space for a bachelorette party and it was so much fun!…read more We booked for a party of 8 and got the entire space to ourselves. They have a check in table when you walk in, get your heels (if you want), get changed and head over to the studio where there were plenty of poles for you to choose from. The entire experience and our instructor was amazing. It's something that none of us have ever done before so it was brand new to the entire party. The entire experience was fun but very hard, as some moves were difficult to do as a newbie. I love that they had spray bottles for each station so that you can wipe your pole before and after your lesson, since there was another group before us. The entire space is also covered with mirrors for you to check yourself out/ see if you're doing the moves properly. Overall, such a great experience and fun activity to do with friends! Highly recommend this for a bachelorette party!

Disclaimer: This review is not based one of Brass Vixens' Pole Dancing class, that will be for…read moreanother review update. Came here to attend one of the restorative yoga class in the smaller room across from the main studio. I can only comment on the facilities since the classes I attended is not one of the class on the regular schedule and the class was excellent! The room is really small and can only fit 5 student comfortably. I do like small class size but the floor is just really dirty and dusty. There are though enough props to go around. Noise level is quite high as it is facing Queen Street and you can even feel the vibration while lying on the floor if there is a "party" or a class going on next door. I though interest in one of their regular Pole Dancing Class, I definitely would try to come back to take one soon. Or maybe even organize a bachelorette or a divorce party here!

This was my first experience with ballroom dancing and I think overall the studio offers friendly…read moreand professional services. My first visit here was during a party held to attract new clients, which the management seems keen to do. With all the condo construction in the area, it seems like only a matter of time before the studio is booked solid with eager students! I bought the wedding lesson package, which offered six lessons. I think the lessons are quite expensive; they are about the same price as hiring a pricey personal trainer, so I tried to think of it that way. It was a splurge for our wedding, but my husband and I didn't regret it at all. We had a few different instructors over the course of two months, but overall I thought they seemed pretty competent and professional. Best of all, the instructors have a good sense of humor and are adept at making newcomers feel welcome and comfortable. The only caveat I have is considering the prices I pay for lessons, it would make sense to have exclusive access to the floorspace. There were a few times where our lessons were shared by one or two other couples, which meant sharing music and floor space. With such a limited time to learn a new dance, it's hard enough to focus, so distractions like that can make it difficult. If I had been paying less, maybe I wouldn't have had that expectation. Keep in mind that if you're learning to dance specific steps for a special occasion, you really need a good-sized space to practice outside of the studio. While the studio offers practice time to paying clients, it's hard to find a time where you won't be sharing the floor with multiple people. That might be a good thing if you're taking general lessons, but if you're working with a particular piece of music, you will probably want to find a space of your own.

Located in a storefront on the ground level of a condo complex, this cozy dance studio exudes…read morewarmth, charm and friendliness. The entrance faces Bayview and parking is extremely limited in the back. There is a small kitchen to the right of the entrance where wineglasses are plentiful to use to get a sip of water after your dance class. I found that the instruction here ranges from ok to good. All the dance instructors know their stuff and are very patient in guiding a newbie dancer like me through the basics of various dances like the waltz, rumba, swing, and so on. It's just that some teachers are better than others like most things in life. They really make you feel at ease here and for anyone wanting to learn some basic dances, it's not a bad place to start. As I found out, dancing and learning to glide can be quite the workout! This studio is easily accessible by TTC via Bayview Station and is across from Bayview Village.