This was a spur-of-the-moment activity, but a friend of mine wanted to try a ballet class to see if…read moreshe might get back into dance as a hobby. Another friend had taken classes at this academy before and highly recommended it, so the three of us booked an Introduction to Ballet class on Sunday at 12:00. Check-in was quick and easy. The class was $25 for an hour and a half, which I think is very reasonable considering it's from an actual ballet school. There's no strict dress code, which worked out well since none of us owned ballet attire -- we just wore regular workout clothes and socks, and it was perfectly fine. The instructor was wonderful. She started by asking who had never taken ballet before, then positioned the newer students between people with experience so it would be easier to follow along. I really appreciated that, as I have no dance background and definitely found myself lost more than once. Having people around me to follow made it much less intimidating. The class itself was energetic and fun. The instructor was patient, encouraging, and made sure to keep things approachable for beginners. I'm sure my form was atrocious and I messed up plenty of times, but nobody cared -- the atmosphere was supportive and welcoming, and everyone was just there to enjoy themselves and keep trying. The class had people of all different skill levels and abilities, and it felt very inclusive. Overall, this was a great introduction class, especially for someone nervous about trying something new. I never once felt self-conscious, and I genuinely had fun. I'd highly recommend this academy to anyone looking to take dance classes, whether you have experience or not. If I were interested in pursuing ballet, I would definitely come back.

The two stars are for the few good teachers in the adult division. I wouldn't recommend the school…read moreat all. The instruction tends to be very very bad. You'd be better off trying another school altogether.

I was really disappointed with my experience at Peridance Center. From the moment I walked in, the…read moresmell from the bathrooms hit me! really unpleasant and off putting. The front desk staff weren't very welcoming either. I arrived early and just had a simple question, but was met with blank stares and a vibe like I was bothering them. The studio itself wasn't ideal for focus or rehearsal. You could hear everything happening in the adjacent studios!! There was no sound insulation whatsoever. so it was hard to stay in the zone during class. Overall, the energy felt off, and I definitely wouldn't book this space for my own classes or come back to rehearse.

Class was amazing! Atmosphere is nice. And I was able to take a class from a choreographer I worked…read morewith a few years ago! It was great!!

I enjoyed my time taking classes here but there was a few stand out issues I had. I took the…read morebeginner ballet class with Stephanie. She was a very blunt teacher. Immediately I knew this was a very serious class. In the beginner level here, they expect you to understand every basic position and movement. The way they design the classes is very confusing if you are new to the studio. I should have been in the absolute beginner ballet class but they rarely offer this class month to month. There is also basic beginner which is a level above absolute beginner and level below beginner. See what I mean? why are we call the classes such similar names. Yes they include descriptions, but I feel anyone new to the studio would be confused. I could tell since a lot of people in my class did feel out of place and under trained! Will I come back? I wanted to, but like I said, they rarely offer the absolute beginner and after my class with Stephanie I lost my confidence to jump into it after so many years off.

Our experience with Joffrey summer intensive NYC was sadly disappointing, and I'm sad to say the…read moreresponse I got from the program director was unsatisfactory, and basically called my child an outright liar. My daughter attended Joffrey during the heat wave in NYC, and was placed at Pearl Studios. Unfortunately, the AC in their room was out the entire week. She was able to leave class and cool off in the common areas, but this meant that she missed instructional time. The director says there were no issues, even though they had 4 fans in the classroom, handed out ice packs to the kids, and apologized during the week for the AC issues. The kids in other rooms claimed they were freezing, but the kids in my child's room were having to gather around ac vents in the hallway to cool off. Furthermore, the food is practically inedible if you buy the meal plan. We had heard about this from other people who's kids had stayed in the dorms, but I didn't quite believe it until we experienced it ourselves. I know everyone from Pearl to Joffrey is trying to cover their butts by saying there were no issues, but I'm here to tell you there were. I gave them a 3-star rating because my daughter did really like the teachers and RAs, and she would have loved the classes so much more had she not been on the brink of heat stroke. The dorms were clean and new, and she made some new friends. Plus she loved being in NYC, with the freedom to explore on her own with her roommates. So it wasn't all bad, but as I've watched her friends at other intensives over the summer, I've realized there are programs that are run so much better elsewhere.

I love taking classes at Steps. Yuka Kameda is a wonderful tap dance teacher. The staff are…read morefriendly & helpful & the variety of classes offered is great! I travel from Brooklyn, so the option for streaming classes is also very appreciated! I

Great space. Fantastic dance options from day to night. World-class teachers! A creative…read moreenvironment to be immersed in. All-ages inclusivity is an excellent plus! A must for an aspiring (and even a beginner) dancer coming to New York! **It would be greatly appreciated if the water fountain could be fixed, as the water flow is extremely slow, making it difficult to fill a water bottle. **

Everyone who works at Dance With Me Soho (DWMS) is friendly and professional. It is a genuine…read morepleasure to take lessons -- and to dance with the professionals who inhabit this lovely studio. I always look forward to learning and to improving my dance skills and abilities in this very warm and welcoming environment. Whatever your background, you can't help but smile.....I encourage anyone considering taking dance lessons to give DWMS a chance....you'll be very happy you did! Claire G.

Went here for a private class as a party and it was really fun! It wasn't too hard for all of us…read morebeginners but it was engaging and just challenging enough!

I had a private lesson with Winnie to learn some beginner steps and a small sequence for Rose's…read moreAPT. Winnie made the class so fun and enjoyable. She broke things down so well that it easy even for a beginner like myself to follow along. Highly recommend!

I love Hip Hop Dance Junkies!!!…read more My husband and I just had our wedding this past Sunday, and the choreography that Brandon put together was amazing. We did ballroom to tango to hiphop - the crowd was so hype and loved the diversity of the choreography! Brandon is so patient with his teaching and will make sure every move and every little detail looks right. Highly recommend HHDJ!!!!

Being at Ailey has literally changed my life for the better and I look forward to my weekly class…read more The performance workshops also are a great opportunity to challenge yourself as a dancer and are incredibly rewarding. The only thing I don't like about Ailey extension is that some classes labeled as "beginner" are clearly not, whereas some "beginner" classes are as they say. I think the range of what constitutes "beginner" is very vague and some re-classification of the classes would be useful. I have taken absolute beginner contemporary and beginner broadway, but the beginner contemporary class is quite challenging.

LOVE coming here for dance classes! The instructors are fantastic, the staff is very friendly and…read morehelpful, and the facilities are large and clean. They have a variety of classes available in studio or online, and a wide range of levels. I've taken Absolute Beginner Contemporary, Horton, Ballet, Hip Hop, and Vogue - all classes I'd readily take again. Such a fun way to work out and learn some new moves!

We loved working with Liza at Fred Astaire Dance Studios Downtown! I'm a professional dancer (not…read morein ballroom), and my partner doesn't dance, so finding the right teacher felt tricky--but Liza nailed it. She choreographed a first dance that was elegant, fun, and perfectly balanced for both of us. She's such a talented dancer and an even better teacher--patient, creative, and so easy to work with. Our guests were blown away by our dance, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our wedding. Highly recommend Liza to anyone looking for a wedding dance that feels truly special!

Had a Valentine's Day dance lesson with my boyfriend, and let's just say--nerves turned into sweat…read moreand fun! The spacious studio was perfect, and Juliana, our instructor, made us feel like pros. We learned three dances, and by the end, I was dancing like nobody was watching (except my boyfriend, of course). He even said he'd go back, so I guess that's a win. If you're looking for a fun date night (or to sharpen up your moves), this is the place!

Truly love the dance teachers and classes but having to interact with the weekend staff at the…read morefront desk is quite the opposite

I've taken the hip-hop series twice, both times with Victorious. He's a wonderful instructor--…read morebreaks down the steps but also throws historical and cultural reference as well as evolution of many different steps. He's got great energy and always starts with proper warm up & cool down. The rest of the staff is also always friendly and helpful.

I am still impressed with YSBD studio. And six years later after my first review I'm still going…read more The instructors are amazing and patient. Frankly, I don't know how they do it because I am a challenge. Kudos to everyone at YSBD.

Good sized dance room, nice that it has separate rooms. Also, having a cloak room is key!read more