I'm enjoying the classes and their trainers, especially my own. More importantly there are weekly…read moregroup practice sessions in the evenings that can enhance the skills. A lot of positive energy from classmates and management.

My fiance, father, and I went to Arthur Murray yesterday for lessons on dancing at my imminent…read morewedding. This could have been a disaster for many reasons: 1. I'll repeat, it was my fiance, father, and I. Two men and a woman. One of whom is the father of the woman. All of them ballroom dancing! Together. Awkwardness? Methinks inevitable. 2. How do I put this...I am uncoordinated. Not, like, oh-that's-cute-she-occasionally-stumbles-uncoordinated. Like, back-in-high-school-all-my-dance-teachers-talked-to-me-in-very-simple-sentences-because-they-assumed-I-was-intellectually-handicapped uncoordinated. Or like, as-I-type-this, one-of-my-thumbnails-is-bright-red-and-a-toenail-is-black-because-I-am-constantly-mashing-myself-into-things uncoordinated. 3. So are my father and fiance. ...Imagine my radiant thrill, therefore, to report that all 3 of us successfully learned to foxtrot and rumba last night. Our teacher, Sarah, couldn't have been nicer or more funny. The staff was friendly and engaging. The studios were big and clean. Arthur Murray is an international franchise, meaning that there are some corporate-mandated policies that might rub guests the wrong way. Alarm bells enforce strict limits on 45-minute lessons, and I can tell that there's some pressure on employees to sell dance lesson packages. However, I can't begrudge the individuals who worked with us these quirks, since they're clearly beyond their control. Anyone who can teach me to dance in 90 minutes - after 27 years of total ineptitude - is a hero.

One of the most exciting discoveries for me this year was starting to attend Born 2 Dance -- it…read moretruly gave a special and inspiring beginning to the year. I regularly attend Belly Dance classes there, and I wholeheartedly recommend this place to everyone who wants not only to dance, but also to feel inspired, empowered, and connected through dance. Victoria Bloom and Jhalimar Villaroel create such an incredible, warm, and inspiring environment that it's always a pleasure to come back, recharge with positive energy, and discover the beauty of Belly Dance.

I had a really fun time taking a recent Cardio Hip-Hop class. The check-in process was easy. I…read moreasked the person at the counter if they took any classes there and they did. The check-in person was super welcoming and told me about some of the other dance formats offered there. This dance studio caters to both children and adults. So you will see kids running around, which is ok, but I am not really used to. The class started on time. The instructor had great energy and encouraged us to have fun and do things our own style. I haven't been dancing in a while, so I knew it would be a good challenge for me. I really had a lot of fun. My only surprise is that the classes are only 60 mins. I think they ought to be 70 minutes to include a proper 5 min warm-up and 5-minute cool-down. There wasn't a lot of warming up in the beginning of this particular class. I've taken adult dance classes for years and I am used to something that include some warm-up movements to get the rotating joints going, like neck rolls, shoulder rolls, and hip and lower back movements. The class did include a relaxing cool down with stretching for the lower body and upper body. I plan to take more Hip-Hop style classes. They offer Cardio Hip-Hop, Beginner Hip-Hip and more advanced levels, Sensual Dance, Twerk, Ballet, Shuffle, Street Jazz and a lot more. I plan to try about 5 more formats and sign-up for one class for the summer session. I highly recommend this place!

We chose Arthur Murray to help us prepare for our wedding dance. They did such a great job teaching…read moreus the basic, they also choreographed our first dance song for us. Jeff and Alexis are excellent teachers, and made it fun! Highly recommend!

i cannot recommend this studio. teachers that dont seem to know as much as some of the students and…read moreget confused in lessons and cant Communicate very well. they cost way more than other studios and I never learned much. nice people but Id spend my money somewhere else.

Amazing staff and great community of people. Not only have I learned so much, but I have competed…read morein showcases that have helped build my confidence. I am so glad I made the choice to start learning here!

Love the studio and the people! I used to dance when I was a kid and always wanted to go back to…read morebasics. Steve and everyone in the studio are so nice and knowledgeable and supportive thru the journey.

I love this dance studio. it is very warm and inviting. My instructor, Igor, is an award-winning…read moredancer. He is patient with me, so I don't feel intimidated at all. I highly recommend it.

Love, love, love my lessons with Igor & Yuliya. They are professional, energetic and extremely…read moretalented. Igor, David, Kelly, & Yuliya are a wonderful team that make their students feel special. I highly recommend this Fred Astaire studio in Herndon-Reston.

Balletnova is one of the warmest, most nurturing and most supportive studios out there and feels…read morelike a home-away-from-home. My daughter has been there for almost 3 years and has loved her teachers. The instructors and staff are knowledgeable, experienced and caring. There is a feeling of community and a healthy dance atmosphere being fostered among the students - both in the regular and pre-professional divisions. Students in the upper divisions love the studio - which says a lot. The choreography of the two yearly pre-pro shows is outstanding: creative, dynamic and gives everyone a chance to shine. The adult classes are fantastic: both engaging and supportive. An absolutely lovely place.

I have taken a Beginning ballet class since March 2023, at Ballet Nova. Ballet Nova offers high…read morequality dance instruction to young dancers, and has excellent Adult classes as well. In December Ballet Nova presents The Nutcracker. Adult classes are designed for dancers with different kinds of experience and includes a Recital in June.

Forever Dancing is the real thing…read more If you're looking for a place where you can learn social dancing or take any dance style to a genuinely high level, this is it. It has the seriousness of a real dance school -- the kind where you learn to do things correctly -- but with warmth and a community that makes you feel genuinely welcome. The group and private classes are taught at a high standard to whatever your goals are, which means there's a learning curve at first, but that's actually the point: you get real instruction, and the personalized attention in the group setting means you won't get lost -- you progress quickly, in a supportive environment where both the instructors and your fellow students are genuinely invested in your development. And most importantly, the classes are fun and a safe place to learn. What also sets it apart is the culture. This isn't a place where you show up, take a class, and disappear into the night with nobody particularly invested in whether you learned anything. The other students are warm and welcoming, you actually get to know people, and there's a real cohesion to the community. It has a culture -- something you feel from the first time you walk in. Fabio and Jennifer are true professionals, and that's not something you find everywhere. They bring both serious expertise and a genuine sense of style and warmth to everything they do -- the weekly classes, the dance parties, the performances, the trips. There's a panache to this place that sets it apart. If you want a studio where the atmosphere is welcoming and fun, and the dance instruction is excellent, Forever Dancing delivers on both. It is truly a gem.

My husband and I have been taking classes at Forever Dancing Ballroom for almost 2 years and…read moreabsolutely love it! We started with beginner Salsa group classes and have since moved up to Level 2 Salsa while also trying West Coast Swing and Country Two-Step. We've learned so much and have even used our new dance skills at social events and during our wedding! The husband-and-wife instructors are energetic, welcoming, and make every class fun and engaging. One thing that really stands out is having multiple instructors during class, which allows for more personalized guidance even in a group setting. The studio itself is spacious and welcoming, and their monthly dance parties are always a great time with music, refreshments, and a fun atmosphere to practice different styles. We're so happy to be part of the Forever Dancing Ballroom community and highly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn to dance in a supportive environment!

My daughter danced here today with her dance ensemble. It was a wonderful change of scenery and a…read morevery beautiful facility filled with so much history. Today was Day 5 of the Dancing in the DMV. This institute also shares their lovely space as a daycare/summer camp for the neighborhood children. The institute has been home of some of DC's elite dancers who gone on to train at Alvin Ailey American Dance Center. The staff were welcoming and the faculty was very clean. Restrooms fully stocked and smelling fresh because that's so important. There are a set of elevators if someone is unable to take the stairs. Beautiful inside. Nestled right in the park rd area of uptown DC. There's a parking garage located at 3100 14th street, one block up from the institute. Very reasonably priced and takes the worry out of getting a ticket.

I bought a trubates 6-class pass recently b/c I wanted to take the ballet class. I took one last…read moreweek and was NOT impressed. I'm somebody who believes that my instructor should be GREAT b/c it shows me, very tangibly and visually, what to strive for. If I'm supposed to mimic you and I am not impressed with your skills, that is not at all good. You can't tell me how to be great, you have to show me. We did some barre work and then put together a short routine. While it was quite chill and all levels are welcome, it wasn't what I was looking for. I'm looking for rigor. I'm looking for someone to point out all my flaws, make me stronger, and improve my form so that I can be a better aerialist. I want great lines, stronger muscles, and to become a better performer. I don't see that at all happening with that ballet class. If you're looking for something easy and chill, then this is probably a fine ballet class. I might be interested in taking the hip hop class or something else, but I'd rather sell off my pass. All that being said, would anyone like to buy my pass from me? Seriously. $40 for 6 classes or best offer.