Order the classes pack series on Groupon and when I purchased the series I was aware that theyre…read morewas one makeup class allowed that's why I got the class the next class I showed up to i was the only one in class that couldn't do any of the moves the first class I was fine, also the instructors and palace never informed me I had to wear shorts, they said yoga attire, I showed up and couldn't get anything out of the class I felt like a idiot wasted my money

Wanted to take a moment to recognize staff members Katie, Karla, and Aresha: Katie is very…read morefriendly, energetic, supportive, and knowledgeable. I appreciate that Katie knows how to work with me as I am very "flexy" which make some moves uncomfortable. Katie offers tips and tricks as well as modifications that have allowed me to safely accomplish moves that were previously uncomfortable. Karla is fun, calm, supportive and extremely encouraging. Karla's approach and style of teaching and coaching is very unique in the sense that Karla often focuses on how moves feel in the body versus how they look- I absolutely love this! Karla creates a safe and comfortable environment for me to express myself and reconnect and explore mind and body connection. Both Katie and Karla are great assets to the industry. Aresha is kind, professional, quick to respond to emails/calls/texts, and always delivers great customer service. The studio is a vibe- I appreciate the lighting because it makes all the difference. An area for improvement to consider is the ratio of class size to pole availability. Classes are often overbooked which forces us to share poles. This reduces the amount of time we spend using a pole while still having to pay the full rate for less pole time.

What is the most Portland thing that I've ever done in Portland? Easy, it's the Every Wednesday…read moreSquare Dance. What's that? It's a square dance. And it happens every Wednesday. Yes, their name is very informative. When my friend brought me to the EWSD it was a surprise, and I had no idea what we would be doing until I saw the sign. Smart move on his part, as it was too late for me to back out. Atop Oregon Public House, we head up the stairs and enter The Village Ballroom, a rustic and cute spot that is the perfect venue for a hoedown! Knowing that I would need some liquid courage, I went straight to the bar. OPH drafts were $5 each, and they had affordable wine and beer options. Radlers were only $3, people! That's just crazy! Lasting from 7-9pm, we got there at the very beginning and the crowd was sparse, and had a lot of young children. It was adorable, and I enjoyed the added benefit of being almost guaranteed to not be the worst dancer on the floor. The caller for the night (Marta King) walked the crowd through the very basics, and soon the band (Missouri Turnaround) started up. For the next two hours, we square danced our hearts out! As the evening progressed the ballroom filled up. The kids disappeared and were replaced by seemingly everybody who had ever been an extra on Portlandia. Square Dancing is hip, ya'll. Don't get me wrong, there were plenty of types of people, but I was shocked at how young and cool the crowd was. This isn't your grandpa's square dance, but your grandpa would totally be welcome to join. As the evening progressed, so did the dances and soon I was lost. But that was also perfectly OK! What I really loved was that everybody was so genuine in their enjoyment. Even though we were TERRIBLE and basically just bumping into each other the whole time, I couldn't wipe the smile off my face. This is some good times people, even if I myself didn't believe it at first. There's a $7 recommended donation to cover the costs, though it's sliding if you can't afford that. If you can afford more, you should consider giving it. This is a really unique opportunity in Portland, and I'm glad to have discovered it.

Michelle is clearly passionate about helping people to "find their voice". You can't go wrong with…read moresomeone so positive and affirming of the inner talents we all have.

Love this place and Michelle Kopper Seymour! I have been taking classes at Vanport Square Studio…read morefor a year and it has really changed my life. I've always wanted to sing, but wasn't sure I had talent. I've learned that talent is about "doing the work"...this studio is about developing your unique voice and your capacity for sharing it with others. Choose your own music, be accompanied by wonderful pianists, and learn from an amazing coach.

This is my favorite place to be when I'm not home. I love being here, being in the space,…read moresurrounded by these people that also just enjoy coming to all of these classes. Even when you attend a heated class and there's 35 of us within a room, you will still catch me smiling ear to ear because we are all there for one purpose or another. The heated class and the unheated classes are both taught in gorgeous rooms. I trust all of the teachers within the room to ensure I am safe and can do this practice at hand. If you are a BIPOC, there are free Thursday 8pm classes too which I LOVE! Again, this space is so inviting and if you haven't had the chance to take a class - this is the studio to start your practice.

I think i might of found one of my favorite studios... attentive staff, calm and quiet…read moreenvironment... The lockers are set to where you make your own combination so no need to bring a lock... the eucalyptus cold towels after a hot yoga session? Amazing!

I bought a living social deal a few months back for Jennifer Wells Design. My husband and I used…read moreour vouchers yesterday. What a cute place! I got to make a plate, sun catcher, pendant and ring. We're waiting for them to be fired. Jennifer is EXTREMELY nice and what a great way to de-stress and have some fun. Can't wait to try her open studio night. $6.00 to get in with cosmo's following freely. You just pay per piece that you make. She also does parties!

This place! Are you looking for a fun thing to do for a girls night, but tired of the typical bar…read moreor spa scene? This place is perfect - Becca has the greatest environment for getting your creative juices flowing - chocolate, wine and great music! I came here with a group of gals looking for a fun time that wasn't your usual "Girls Night Out" - exactly what we received! Her studio is a great space where you can create anything you like - earrings, jewelry, belt buckles, coasters, trivets, display pieces, and anything you can think of! Becca has an incredible assortment of glass, colors, frit, and the possibilities are endless. Becca is a great instructor that encourages everyone to just go with the flow - she can help generate ideas, but is also in great support of letting you do your thing. Let her know what you need and she will have 5 ideas for you! She has lots of examples and visuals on the wall that help you get some ideas. Jennifer Wells Design is a hidden gem - the decorating pottery thing is so cliche, this is not! Once you complete your item(s), she will fire it in her kilns on site and have it ready for your pick up. The piece I made turned out awesome and I can't wait to get back there to make something else!

The staff is great. Helpful and well prepared. The venue is clean, comfortable seating. The views…read morefrom the back of the theatre aren't great if you are under 6' tall. The drink prices are a bit steep - $18 for a CAN of cheap wine. The performance tonight was so not worth the ticket price. We are jazz fans and this show was a tribute to Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. The sax player and pianist were really great... but how do you have a tribute show to Armstrong without a horn?? The two singers, well I'll try to be kind. They just don't get the songs they are singing. Sinatra was a crooner.the gentleman trying to portray his music had no depth, or concept of this style. It was a low tide performance that should have been a hurricane of energy! The lady singing the jazz songs was a tier two performer. Not horrible, but Luke warm. It was a disappointing evening. I was a grateful it was only one hour long.

What a great little venue. There is ADA parking out front (2 that I noticed), and while there isn't…read morea dedicated lot, I did see quite a bit of street parking available when I showed up on an early Sunday evening. In typical Portland fashion, the Abbey is in an older neighborhood mixed in between homes and businesses. The building itself seems to have been recently renovated and looks wonderful! Everything is clean and seems newer, and the staff were friendly. We were given first timer information upon entry, although we probably could have figured things out on our own considering its size. There is a bar adjacent to the main area which made for easy access to pizza and drinks. They do have a limited menu but I appreciated the tasty Old Fashion I got, and my son enjoyed the pizza & candy. The acoustics were booming. It was loud downstairs! I overheard another patron saying people could go upstairs if the volume was too much where we were (I did not go upstairs). There is a little area for dancing and hanging out on both sides of the main seating area, as well as at the back of the room. I really liked it here! I hope I have other opportunities to return to the Abbey :)

Heather is the best personal trainer! She put me in shape within a few weeks and her sessions were…read morealways fun. Her energy is amazing and she is a great person. I recommended her to my friends and my sister. They all were very happy with Heather's fun classes! She teaches you to love your body...

I've been working out with Heather for over a month now and already I've seen incredible changes in…read moremy body. I was first introduced to Heather during the Booty Luv class at ME Fitness. After the first class I was hooked. Booty Luv is an awesome combination of dance, Pilates, yoga (plus some other stuff). It is SO fun, the hour flies by. There is upbeat music and an exciting atmosphere. Throughout the workout she explains what area you're working and why. It's an incredible work out that burns fat & builds lean muscle but also helps with flexibility and stability. (Which I need all of!) Heather's X Cycling classes and Pilates classes at ME are also highly recommended! The X Cycling class is cool because it's 30 minutes of cycling and 30 minutes of light weights, an effective way to spend an hour. I have worked with Heather as a personal trainer as well recently and it was a positive experience. She really listened to what I was hoping to accomplish and took into account that I had a lower back injury and had not worked out in a while. With that she created a personalized program that I'm still following, even after I had completed all my sessions. Heather's knowledge and communication style is topnotch. I have learned so much from her and have adopted a much more active and healthy lifestyle. I always leave her class or training feeling really good and excited to go back.

Instructor Julia brings alot to the table. This is a welcoming environment for all skill levels to…read morelearn pole dancing from a patient and thoughtful teacher. Tucked away in a private studio at Lloyd Athletic club, Julia's classes provide a fun and playful atmosphere where experienced dancers can be challenged to refine their skills while beginners can learn basics in a safe space.

Julia is so patient and friendly. She breaks everything down and will further explain different…read moreways to perform a movement if you're not getting it. I highly recommend the class - I took the beginner class. Each class ends in a little combo. I had a lot of fun and didn't feel like I had to be perfect or in super good shape (I am not!). I am also older and didn't feel like this was impossible for folks with some injuries. There's also open pole classes available on Saturday to practice your moves.