Dance Effect is without a doubt the best dance studio in the area. My daughter has danced in their…read morecompetitive training program for 3 years now and she has improved immensely during this time and perhaps more importantly, her confidence has soared. Dance Effect provides a positive and safe learning environment and each dancer is appreciated for his/her own uniqueness and specific strengths. Over the years the studio has received several awards and their dancers are always extremely successful at competitions. They hire the best choreographers and teachers in the area and they put an emphasis on technique and personal growth. The parents at Dance Effect are friendly and supportive, and the owner Nathalie is caring and very approachable. You will not regret choosing Dance Effect for your son or daughter.

I've become a regular at Harbour Dance Centre now! They have such a good mix of different dance…read moreclasses and all the instructors are very nice as well as professional. My favourite class is their keepin' it sexy taught by Laura, they are so good at dping the basics of the dance form while also teaching us a fun choreo. It's the perfect class for beginners! I also love Trey's keepin' it sexy classes. Can't wait to try more!

Such an awesome dance studio! I just took a hip hop class with Elwin. He is kind, energetic and…read moreprovides great feedback. I love how he has an intermediate slot this summer. The choreography is challenging but fun and he breaks down the move by counts and music. Love the opportunity to repeat certain sections and do it multiple times with music.

My kids have been dancing at Boogaloo since they were 3 and are now 10 and 12. The environment and…read morequality of the teachers is second to none. The studio is bright and new with large viewing windows and quality sprung floors. The common area is welcoming, bright and often filled with dancers working on homework, sharing meals and non booked studio space is open for dancers to practice. We have had several new families join the studio recently, who have shared how unique our studio environment is and are so impressed by the community of dancers and families and often stay to socialize. I have no hesitation in recommending Boogaloo.

Caveat emptor! Tried a class where kids were crying, throwing up, laying on the floor in exhaustion…read moreand had no water breaks. The hip hop instructor was yelling at them inside the studio room and corridor after class. There's also hygiene issues as there's a dog that urinates throughout the studio although the admin was the worst part of it all - bad attitude, know-it-all.....worst customer service experience ever. There are certainly other quality dance companies within/near Van! They don't know how to run a business and need to learn from other companies that have mastered their customer service skills.

I've gone to this studio 3 times (hip hop, heels, street jazz) and the now closed Kits location…read moreonce (hip hop). Thoroughly enjoyed each class. The studio is airy and clean. They offer free de-caf free at the front and plenty of room to sit and wait for your class. There's such a wide range of selection for types of dances that there is one for everyone. You can choose what level you want and the ones I went to were all intro/open so they were beginner-friendly. Every instructor has been very nice. It's a judgement free zone and a great way to have fun!

I've always wanted to try hip hop dance and this opportunity came until this friend suggested me to…read morejoin him last Sunday. My friend J went quarter before 3 and I showed up little late when the dance session started. I wish there was a clear instruction before walking in. I was confused whether to take shoes off to change to indoor shoes or go into studios without my shoes and turns out I had to change to indoor shoes after arrival. Next step was filling out application form and if there was any medical history. I was ready for the session once it was finished. There was so much energy and the 90's hip hop was so perfect for this. Everyone wasn't first timers except for me and J. My instructor showed steps from slow speed and then the pace became quicker. It was little difficult to follow the steps and which direction to swing or to bend my legs. I nearly fell for the first 30 minutes , and then fell on the floor because of my poor balance. My only way to catch up is to observe my instructor or other people to improve dance steps. It was a fantastic work out for sure. Because there was only 1 fan, I felt very sweaty and humid in the dance studio. I only paid $10 for the first lesson and it was so worth it. Staff were nice and friendly. **Note: bring your old runners for the dance. Make sure they're clean pair. They have small change rooms so you can change into loose clothes. Water bottle is a must to bring. They even have a water station next to reception desk. I found myself overwhelmed that some moves were more of advanced level. Everyone else moved so fast I couldn't follow their speed. I found myself with a small bruise the next day.

My love of dance and my less than stellar dancing shoes (that being, my feet) required me to…read moreconsider taking professional dancing lessons if I were to really make an effort in becoming the dancing queen I have hoped for....or some version thereof! Fortunately for me, Urban Beat Dance Company boasts some of the best and most critically acclaimed dance teachers around, founders Graeme and Elizabeth Oxendale, amongst others. While the school offers a variety of different dance classes at different levels, from hip hop, funky swing and pussycat doll style, my boyfriend and I were yearning to learn some sexy Latin style salsa dance. The group dance environment that allows everyone, single or otherwise the opportunity to dance with a partner, is a successful teaching method. I have to admit though, that as another half of a couple who doesn't get to see her other half as often as she'd like to, I would now prefer to do private lessons instead of dancing with often nervous and sweaty strangers. Regardless of that, the classes were always fun, entertaining and humbling and honestly, if you're looking for a partner (of any sort...) this really is a great environment for meeting new people! The classes are very well priced and offer the highest form of flexibility to suit your very busy schedules. THE place to go for couples dance!

After a lifetime of being the shy AV geek who would always be happy to DJ rather than dance, I…read moredecided it was time to change that. A google search for swing dance Vancouver led me to Urban Beat's website where I signed up for both West Coast Swing Level 1 as well Club Freestyle. After a brief panic attack the night before my first class (what am I doing going to a partner dancing class without a partner when I can't dance????) I walked in and was soooo glad I did. Instruction was great, partners rotate in Swing Dance class so it's a great way to meet people, and the dancing is just plain fun. Extra bonus is if you sign up for Tuesday or Sunday class, you can attend the other no charge, gives schedule flexibility and or extra value. 6 months later having progressed through 3 levels of swing classes (2 months each) I'd have to say it's one of the best decisions I made.... which is why I still go to expand my dancing abilities. The Club Freestyle has also proved useful having found myself on a dance floor or two, as well as adding style to my swing dance. Highly highly highly recommended!

Great people, great studio And convenient location. Highly recommend for lessons and socials.read more

Patrick and scarlet are excellent instructors. I would recommend any student of all levels to go to…read morethem. They are the best in Vancouver

Kpop rocks! I love the kpop fitness class! Nancy has so much energy that she will get you moving!…read moreHer steps aren't hard to follow at all. Suitable for any level dancer. Don't get me wrong, you will get a full body work out every time! Other classes were ok too. Their introductory pass is a good deal to try out different styles. I enjoyed their Zumba as well. Studio is clean, staff is friendly. Give it a try!!

As a first time student of their 90s dance class, I did not expect the instructor to be so rude and…read morecritical. I was not able to grasp all of the choreograpy, and she had no problem shaming me for not being able to follow along. She also loudly snapped at me for being too far from a dot on the floor. The class could not have ended any sooner. I was expecting a fun workout, and did not expect to leave feeling embarrassed and angry. I do not recommend this studio and will not be returning again.

The best studio! I tried one class here and got hooked. The owners and teachers are so friendly and…read moreknowledegable. One of the owners, Jenni, teaches many of the classes. I like that they have such a wide range of classes: Barre, yoga, Pilates, Zumba and more. People of all ages, levels and body types will feel welcome here. I also like that they supply the mats and equipment, and tea so you can relax and chat after class.

Been here a few times for the late yoga class on Tuesdays…read more It's a cute little studio, the space is small but very well laid out, there is a small assortment of goods you can purchase - all canadian which I appreciate. They aren't pushy about you purchasing anything but are really knowledgable if you have questions. The studio itself is very clean, the bathrooms are as well. The two owners are approachable and friendly, willing to have a quick chat but also content to just let you be. There's more than enough yoga supplies offered - mats, blocks, straps, bolsters and even supplies to whipe down the mats after class. The classes I've taken here don't use most of the props but it's nice to know that if the class dose start to need them I don't have to go buy my own. The late class on Tuesday is usually full or close to, I recomend saving a spot throught their website if your not close. The teacher is very knowlageable and she offers lots of way to make poses easier or harder so you never feel left out. There's usually some kind of tea on offer, it is a nice touch that most other studios I've been to don't offer. Sometimes it's odd sounding flavours but I haven't had anything that didn't taste good. The parking is weird, there's no times on the paid spots so you don't know if you need to pay to park all the time or not. There is free parking around but can be hard to find. There is also an underground parkade in the building but I don't know if it's paid or not (I'll update this if I find out)

Crystal Ballroom is an EXCELLENT studio for all ages or skill-levels looking to get into…read moreDancesport, or just ballroom dancing in general. My fiancée and I went there in the lead up to our wedding in order to learn a choreography for our first dance. My fiancée had something very specific in mind, and our instructor Faye was able to work with us to turn it into everything we could have dreamed for. Keep in mind: I am NOT and have never been particularly good at dancing, unlike my now-wife, so I was skeptical of how this would turn out. However, after just a few weeks of lessons, Faye had us waltzing around the room like it was second nature. By the time our wedding approached, we had included several lifts, dips, and other spins I never imagined myself performing. Faye's feedback and pointers are really detailed and helped immensely in sharpening up all of our movements as we got closer and closer to our deadline. The venue was also incredibly accomodating to us, as we wanted to create a video of our dance to share, and to have as a keepsake. We were able to rent out one of the halls for filming, and it turned out incredible.

I came here for the group lessons for both beginners and technique classes which I really enjoyed…read more Since February I've met some new friends at Crystal Ballroom which I also practice with at the studio. I love to use the upstairs smaller hall for practicing because it has a lovely view. Not to mention I can plug my own phone or iPod to play the music I want for practice. I highly recommend Crystal Ballroom to anyone looking for a fun way to workout instead of just running on a treadmill or looking to meet new people and socialize. There are also free parking spaces available and the staffs are always really friendly.

A place of pure magic and curiosity. Quite intimate and a great opportunity to see the art of magic…read moreup close. This experience took me straight back to my childhood, watching P. C. Sarkar perform magic with my late grandpa -- a deeply nostalgic and special feeling. We sat in the couple VIP seats, and the showmanship was exceptional. You can choose what magic will be performed in the show when you seat in these seats. The 75 minutes flew by. The secret location and the unique way you enter make the entire experience feel immersive from the very beginning. Truly one of a kind and a must-visit in New Westminster. The ambience has a flapper-era vibe, perfect for photos. So, definitely dress nicely, as there are great photo opportunities. Popcorn and pops are available, but honestly, you won't want to eat because you won't want to take your eyes off the magician, Shawn Farquhar for a second.

What a fantastic time at Hidden Wonders! Shawn and his team dazzled the audience. The venue was…read morespectacular. The front of the building has a wonderful presentation/collection of knicknacks. You are brought into the back one group at a time where you may purchase snacks and take pictures (i.e. the famous bathtub). The theatre is small and intimate, and there is truly no bad seat in the house. Shawn was personable, funny, and took the time to try and include every single audience member in some way. Available street parking in the evening. Overall, it was perfect for an unforgettable date night or an evening with friends. Highly recommended!