It all starts when the elevator opens, and you're greeted so warmly by Chris and Faye. It…read morecontinues with a lesson by an upbeat, patient and super friendly instructor, who makes you want to dance more (psst. ask for Jessica). It continues with a group class to add a few final touches. It finishes with a practice dance atmosphere, to try out you moves. The whole staff is amazing. Dancing is fun.

The people who work here are extremely rude and condescending…read more I asked if it was possible to learn a simple dance in the next 10 days, having time for 3-4 sessions. Short time frame, I know. We were only looking to learn a few basic moves, but I knew a "no" was certainly a possible response. However, the representative scoffed, laughed, and listed all the things it would be impossible to learn in 10 days. "You wouldn't expect to learn how to play the piano in 10 days, would you? Or learn a new language? Or how to drive a car?" A simple "No, we aren't able to help you" would certainly have sufficed. The ridicule was mean-spirited and entirely unnecessary.

This is a great spot for dance studio rentals in NYC. I have used Gibney multiple times for…read morerehearsals, filming self tape auditions, and even filming a section of my dance reel. It is super easy to reserve these online, but be sure to do it in advance because they fill up quick! You can see pictures of every studio with dimensions on their site. They do a great subsidized rate for artists and non-profits. Be sure to email about it to get more info and see if you qualify. You pay in advance and can go right in at your scheduled time! It is my go-to spot for studio rentals now in NYC!

The staff are caring, kind and attentive. I thought I lost a tutu I'm one of the studios and…read moreHearty, one of the employees, really cared to look for it. This made my day. Xox, Nadine

i'm somewhat familiar with Aerial Apparatus but the beginner Silk kicked by butt. My arms…read moredefinitely did a lot of work. I went with some of my friends and everyone enjoyed the class. It start with a nice warm up and the instructor Aimee taught us some beginner friendly moves. I honestly forgot the names of the moves but they were pretty shapes. We learned two types of climbing and of them is definitely easier than the other for me. It is fun and unique activity to try with friends. Aerial Arts offer different apparatus from Lyra, Trapeze, and many more. Would love to try in the future.

I went to this place last summer, and after my first class I was honestly impressed -- I really…read moreloved it. But during the second class, the instructor, if you can even call her that, asked me where I was from. When I answered, she rolled her eyes at me and acted in a very racist way. I mean, maybe you can get away with being rude if you're beautiful and attractive, but not when you're ugly and look more like a man than a woman. I felt awful because I ended up taking a third class with the same instructor, and she wouldn't even help me or look at me. It was a terrible experience. Also, I used to be an aerial dance instructor a few years ago, so I know what it's like to work with real professionals -- people who have competed in California and Las Vegas. That's why I can confidently say the behavior and professionalism at this institution are completely unacceptable.

Love this spot!! My fiancé and I are taking lessons with Levan from ProDancing NYC and this studio…read moreis awesome!!! It's a large dance floor, with plenty of mirrors on the walls. It's always super clean and even if others are dancing, there's plenty of room for us to practice!!

First time here and I thought it was going to be just one studio I discovered that this building is…read morehuge with many other showrooms. We were there for a dance class with Dance Divas ,the session was very fun. Clean bathrooms in several locations on the floor. While walking around I saw studios with musical instruments (piano etc) so I think they offer all types of classes. Friendly staff. Must showb ID to enter building .

great experience :) rented out a practice room to sing/write. I will say... the piano was pretty…read moreloud for what I needed to do - it would be cool if they had an electric one or keyboard. I didn't ask, so I wouldn't know. But overall, great first experience!

Friends mentioned to us that this dance studio had opened up on the UES and we decided to sign up…read morefor a beginner package. We have been really enjoying taking private lessons with Alex, who is a doll, and are ready to dance a handful of classic ballroom dances! The teachers are all very talented, supportive, enthusiastic and lovely. We have also attended a group class taught by Olga which was great! Great way to learn, be active, and have fun without needing to commute to attend classes. We look forward to taking more classes this fall!

This is a nice space for dance events. The floor is smooth, and the lights provide a nice…read moreambience. Plus, it's on top of a dim sum restaurant, so if you work up an appetite, you can go immediately downstairs to refuel before coming back up to cut up the rug(er, lovely, hardwood floor) again!

I was there for the Billy Marti hustle lesson on Wednesday Hustle night. He says on his page that…read morehe makes his home at Imperial Ballroom. He is a good instructor mostly and was well organized. He groups people though at the end in categories 1, 2, and 3. He changed me from a 2 which happened randomly to a 3. My partner at the time asked me all concerned if he was a 3 also. Group 3 was last and seemed to be the least strongest but who knows. So now I have a complex thinking I am the worst. Thanks Billy! In addition, Imperial Ballroom or whoever video tapes these lessons so you will be all over the internet afterwards whether you like it or not. I am on Instagram more times in a minute segment than I care to count. So apparently I was designated Group 1 for that. Do I get paid for that video? In general though this dance space is OK and has fun lighting for social dancing. However, it is on a divey level and not considered upscale if you are renting. Also bathrooms are still filthy as first reviewer wrote so not an improvement 5 years later as owner is leading to believe in that response.

My children both attended and graduated from this school. One daughter went on to become a…read moreprofessional actor/dancer/singer and the other daughter followed her passion into the fine arts. Ballet School NY is equipped to teach children of all ages and ability. The teachers are all professional dancers who dance or have danced in the dance company connected to the school- New York Theatre Ballet. The level of care, attention, and expectation is high in all classes pre ballet through advanced pointe. The children are given the opportunity to perform either in child produced events, recitals, or professional performances. While the school offers excellent instruction what makes the school Special and separates it from all other ballet schools is the community the director of the school cultivates. I recommend this school Without reservation .

BSNY has provided an exceptional level of attention, discipline, and artistic opportunity for both…read moremy children. At ten years of age my older daughter is learning choreography as well as the art of ballet dance through the Cecchetti teaching method. Diana Byer, the founder of BSNY and NYTB, has brought engagement with its students and the professional performance affiliate of New York Theatre Ballet to world stage through offering opportunities for its students and modern day illuminati in choreography to our attention. My younger, 4 yo, began with Diana at age of 3, and she has also started to be nurtured and trained by this exceptional program. I would highly recommend BSNY, unequivocally, to anyone with children who wish a truly hands-on training from the exceptional Julliard trained founder and her teachers.