My gf and I participated in a Bollywood style dance fitness class here tonight. It was really fun…read more We are going back next Friday. This studio is really big and looked clean. There is free parking in the back you just need to register for it in the building.

It's been a while since my last visit to Marr Mac, but I have vivid memories of my experience at…read morethis dance studio. I have been studying dance since I was 5 years old (thanks, mom!), so the first thing I did when I moved to Edmonton was find a dance studio. One of my girlfriends recommended Marr Mac. I love this studio's location: it is at the back of the building occupied by Movie Studio and is very discreet. The studio itself is in the basement and consists of several large dance rooms. There are hardwood floors and wall-to-wall mirrors in every room.I signed up for musical theater, hip-hop and jazz. Additionally, there are ballet and tap classes. What can I say about the intructors? These people bring out the best in their students and make everyone believe in themselves. They are quick to provide encouraging words and to commend, and they never reprimand or discourage. There were several older women in my hip-hop class who confessed that their feelings of inadequacy upon starting the class disappeared as the classes progressed, thanks to the instructor's professionalism and encouraging words. I didn't get a chance to experience it first hand but as far as I know, Marr Mac's students get to perform onstage at various venues and to take dance trips abroad. Our musical theater teacher mentioned that once we master our routine, we will get to perform onstage. I wish I stayed at Marr Mac long enough to see this happen. Unfortunate circumstances made me stop attending this wonderful studio. I am thinking about resuming the classes very shortly.

Dance Code offers a variety of adult drop-in classes for all skill levels. So whether you've danced…read moreyour whole life, or not a day in your life, this studio has something for you! I grew up dancing as a kid but after high school, there really wasn't anything further I could do at my home studio, so I stopped dancing altogether. A few years passed and I missed dancing so much and decided to search and see if any studios in the city offered adult classes. That's when I stumbled upon Dance Code. From Ballet to Hip Hop to dancing in heels, and from beginner to intermediate to advanced levels, this studio really has so much to offer the adult dance community. All classes are drop-in and you can buy an unlimited monthly class pass, so you can try them all!! The owner, Sarah Torkoly, has created something really special at this studio. It is such a positive, fun, and encouraging atmosphere where everybody is made to feel welcome. I highly recommend this studio to all!!

They have terrible customer service. I purchased the unlimited March pass on promo and cancelled it…read morewithin the hour because I found out I couldn't take the class I wanted because it was special. I've contacted the website twice with no response and messaged Sarah Torkely herself but I haven't been able to recoup my money even though she told me I should be refunded. Very confusing and disorganized classes and website. Will not be recommending to anyone

I previously left a positive review earlier in my training; after completing over 2 years in the…read morecompetitive ballroom dance program, my perspective has evolved after the full experience, and here are as follows below: I trained at Elite Dance Studio as an adult in the Pro-Am competitive ballroom dance program for approximately 2.5 years. During that time, I invested significant time and financial resources into private lessons, competitive practices, and competitions (local and out-of-province). I practiced consistently, reviewed videos, took detailed notes, and actively asked for feedback on progression. The instructors are technically skilled, and the studio emphasizes discipline and competitive standards. For adult competitive students, here are important considerations: * There was no written or objective progression framework outlining typical timelines between levels * Advancement criteria were not formally documented and relied on instructor assessment * Progress discussions were primarily verbal rather than structured in measurable benchmarks * Costs can escalate beyond private lessons (competitive practices, mock events, visiting coaches, Pro-Am competitions, etc.) * Dance competition expenses can range approximately $1,000-$3,500+ per event, excluding travel and accommodations This model may work well for students who are comfortable with open-ended timelines and long-term financial commitment. For adults seeking clearly defined benchmarks, written evaluation criteria, and predictable budgeting, I recommend clarifying expectations in detail before committing to an intensive competitive track. Ultimately, I chose to step away because the financial structure and progression model no longer aligned with my personal goals. This review is shared to provide transparency for future competitive students so they can make informed decisions.

It has not long since become a second home, teachers with patience and love, promote the children…read moreto high places. The children get the best Highly recommend

Alex F. had been clearly misinformed regarding the instructor, Dominic Lacroix, for the Bronze &…read moreSilver classes at the UADC. Dominic Lacroix won the Canadian Ten Dance Championship for multiple years. I've taken the Bronze & Silver Classes for many years. Those classes were fun, technical & informative. Excellent value for your $.

We love Casey's. My daughter has been dancing there since she was three. All of her instructors…read morehave been awesome. She's tried tap, jazz, ballet and hip hop... so many great opportunities. They offer a ton of classes/times for all ages and abilities. Janel & Megan (manage the studio) are super easy to talk to and work with.

My daughter enjoyed her first year here with the Kinder class, although as a parent I felt utterly…read moreisolated. No parents allowed anywhere near the classes - the door is practically slammed in your face if you come near the door. This is our second year, and my daughter now "hates" her class and rarely enjoys it. All you hear from the classroom is yelling. :( She has learned very little in terms of technical skills, and at a recent festival the group practically wandered around the stage. It was terrible. The owner is a relatively nice lady, but her communication is terrible. It's either all or nothing. Emails almost every day about things that don't apply to your child, and missed emails that had important information but were sent to the wrong "group". She is terribly concerned with how the studio looks and makes you feel very unwelcome. I always leave frustrated and feeling "beneath" her. The staff all seem to be old students of hers with little technical skill. I have lost trust in this studio and will be seeking classes elsewhere for my daughter.

Excellent dance studio! Experienced, positive, fun and caring. Love Marilyn and her dedication to…read morethe success of her dancers!

My most recent visit here was for an event held in the main gym and it brought back lots of…read morememories of this space from my time as a student long ago. This facility has improved a lot over the years. I've definitely enjoyed a lot of special events here through campus recreation and otherwise. Hockey games are played here as are many other sports. The restrooms are satisfactory in general.

I have photo ID and virtual proof of my one card and they still didn't let me in lol. What's the…read morepoint of a virtual onecard if I can't even use it? I forgot my wallet at home and use this gym EVERYDAY. All the employees have seen me for months. I forget my one card for one day and travelled one hour to get to this gym and they wouldn't let me in. So ridiculous. I don't know why U of A thinks they are always entitled to shit.

The all-you-can-eat membership is very affordable and allows beginner dancers to progress quickly…read moreif they are willing to take full-advantage of the offered classes. As a social dancer, my favourite part about the teaching method is the focus on building blocks instead of very specific patterns. I love that the studio is committed to all three of the main dance styles one would encounter at a Latin dance event (i.e. Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba) and their monthly free vibes events are a great way for people to get a taste of the studio's curriculum and meet some new people in the mini-social held after the class. As of this year, the studio expanded into performance teams in all three dance styles, so there is something here for everyone.

Reviewing this place is difficult because it does a lot of things right, and a lot of those things…read morearen't necessarily obvious to someone who is just starting, but the TLDR is that imho, Rythms is probably the best, and fastest resource to learn Salsa and Bachata in Edmonton. Strengths: - The environ replicates battlefield conditions, so to speak, moves are introduced with variations that encourage both leads and follows to try different things and not simply repeat choreographies through rote memorization. - The classes are longer than any other studio I've tried, and there are 30 mins of music played after class for one to practice. - Excellent community, everyone is rather friendly, and there are usually quite a few people who will be up to practice after every class. - Focus is on being able to lead, and follow the moves studied, and not on merely replicating how they look. This is the biggest one for me, as understanding the principles behind the how and why of moves makes one able to do them with anyone, and not merely the other people in some particular class who remember some particular choreography. - Classes are much more frequent than in other studios, allowing for faster progress if one desires, there are 2 Salsa and 3 Bachata classes a week, as well as 4 free socials every month, which have rather decent attendance. -Very, very punctual and professional: In the time I've attended (about 3 months now), I have not experienced a single class being cancelled, or starting late, for any reason. I have been very pleasantly surprised by this. - 50 dollars for every class offered in a 30 day period is quite a steal. That's up to seven two hour classes a week. Weaknesses: - The area the studio is in is not the best, and the place can be hard to find, there is a sticker on the outside door, but that's it. It does show in Google Maps, though. - I swear the washrooms were in the Silent Hill games.

Sugar Swing is as sweet as it gets. It is fun. It is groovy. It is a blast…read more When you do join Sugar Swing Dance classes, you're not just another student in a class. You become part of a non-judgemental community - an almost exclusive swing dancing community that welcomes you with such friendliness that almost feels like home. Now, that's excellent hospitality in the making. Instructors are super friendly and professional at what they do. They offer classes to complete beginners and no partner is necessary which is a mega bonus. I have personally been taking lessons since May 2017 and have met a lot of friendly peeps. If you are afraid that you may look like a complete fool, don't worry - everyone is there to have a good time learning and bettering their swing skills. No one's got time to analyse how bad you're doing because we have all been there. Instructors are always ready to give you a tip or two which almost immediately makes one look like a pro at swing dancing. Apart from the classes they offer, they have social nights which are held on Fridays and Saturdays. These nights are open to everyone even if you have never swing danced before. They do beginners' lessons on social nights like these at 8PM followed by the official social dancing at 9PM. Again, you don't need a partner even for events like these. Just bring yourself and a big smile to the dance floor! Discounted rates are made available for both students and members of the Sugar Swing Dance Club. Another mega bonus!!! :D WIN!

Sugar Swing Dance Club came to Yelp's Prohibition 1 Year Edmonton Birthday party last night and did…read moreseveral OUTSTANDING performances and a half hour group lesson! I was lucky that one of the Sugar Swing dancers (I think his name was Reed) offered to partner with me and a lot of fun ensued! It sure brought back junior high phys ed and Swing Dance lessons I had taken for a few months back in high school (oh my... we're talking 15 years ago!). They had 5 members at our event and they all brought their own personality and spunk to their performances. They were definitely the perfect pairing to our Prohibition themed party and really brought the life to the party! It was a real treat, both to watch and join in on the fun! Thank you Sugar Swing Dance Club for coming out to Yelp!

Coach Keenan was very passive aggressive, slightly rude and you could tell took every opportunity…read moreto do skills rather than actually teach. He was not encouraging and focused on the things that we could not do. A lot of the equipment was quite run down and taped together with duct tape, etc. Others coaches were fairly nice and encouraging. I definitely think Keenan and the other female coach took it way too seriously.

Fitset???!!! If you…read morehaven't tried it you must! Imagine yourself driving down your neighborhood think "hmm... I would love to try that Barre studio, or that yoga place... Wait crossfit what's that about? Well if you had a fitset membership you could go to all those places and more. I love my fitset membership because not only do you get to try new things, you have the opportunity to meet new people and get more involved in the community. The best part about Fitset is that they give you a free trial so you can experience it before you decide to commit yourself to a month or more. O did I mention no contract? The Fitset team are everywhere from hosting fun events to pop ups in Lululemon or special affairs like FitFest. If you need technical support involving your membership they are quick with resolve. Yes I highly recommend just trying the free trial, you never know you might get addicted to being healthy and having fun ;)