We love Dance Unleashed!! I couldn't ask for a better first dance experience for my daughter. My…read more3.5 year old asks to go to dance class every day :) She loves everything they do (creative movement, ballet, jazz, etc.) and has learned so much in a short time. Her teacher, Miss Kosha, is so good with the kids and they absolutely love her.

From the owner: At Dance Unleashed we aim to create the ultimate performing arts environment, aimed at making any…read morechild's experience educational, positive, and meaningful. At Unleashed we encourage good sportsmanship, positive participation, and keep the arts in perspective among parents, students, and their coaches. We plan to continue to spread this mission to each of our students who join our Unleashed family!

Just started, Today will be our first class. My daughter will be taking Ballet. We are very…read moreexcited.

This will be our 4th year at Sandra Lynn's for Dance. My little one absolutely loves it. It's…read moreabout teaching the fundamentals and working from the ground up, learning the basics and then perfecting the technique, all while being allowed to have fun. The kids really seem to learn a lot and there is a ton of support from Sandy and Kim and the other amazing teachers they have at their studios. Try then out, you won't be disappointed!

I came to the Oaks to see a comedian. The main reason I…read moregave a three star rating is the seats. They are on the small side and are very uncomfortable if you are a plus size person. My husband had to wedge himself in and barely fit in the seat. When he asked if there were other options, he was told we could sit in the table seating in the back, but we had purchased VIP to sit up close, so he decided to just be a bit uncomfortable rather than be at the back of the theater. I know theaters have tight space and other considerations, but considering they were remodeled not all that long ago, I was surprised about the seat size. The bathroom situation is also a bit of an issue. You need to go downstairs and the set up is a bit strange. There aren't many stalls, and the layout makes it awkward for getting in and out, especially if there is a line. All that being said, it is a lovely theater with friendly staff and fairly affordable concessions. I just wish the seating was more comfortable.

We have been coming to the Oaks for years to see vintage movies and live music. It's even better…read moresince the renovations. Such a cute theater with wonderful staff. It's even better now that there is a bar with lots of good options. Last night we saw the 50th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show which was tons of fun and even made better that they gave you a bag of props to use during the movie. We have also come for Christmas movies like White Christmas and Christmas Vacation and one of my all time favorites Empire Records. It's such a charming theater with great people.

For a city our size, we are so very fortunate to have a professional ballet company and school of…read morethe quality of PBT. The school is wonderful. They have classes that start as early as 18 months (mommy & me) and run all the way through adult fitness classes. The school is divided into several divisions. Children's (the youngest through around age 8), student (8 through around 14), pre professional and graduate. Anyone can participate in the children's division, but you need to audition for placement in the student division. PBT also has an adult fitness/wellness curriculum that has classes like ballet 101 and Pilates. The staff and teachers are absolutely wonderful. They genuinely care about each and every kid (or adult) in their class. PBT as a whole is wonderful as well! They do several mainstage productions a year including the Nutcracker every December. They are always creative, beautiful and just a joy to watch and appreciate the artistry. I especially love when they are productions with the orchestra. Overall, an amazing organization with a wonderful school and great productions.

I have seen the PBT presentation of The Nutcracker several times, but this may have been the last…read morefor me. I enjoy the Pittsburgh references to the story and in the scenery but, really, the hockey-stick-carrying penguin, the rats waving "terrible towels" were a bit strange. As were the "local celebrities" who were given non-speaking, non-dancing (thankfully!) roles as party guests-- why?? What could be next? Pittsburgh Dance Moms in minor roles? Apparently I prefer a more traditional version of The Nutcracker. I missed some of the costumes and dances from the original Balanchine production. I know that some will say that it's predictable and static to do this the same way every year, but when I think of this ballet, it is what I want to see. That being said, the dancers were wonderfully talented and executed their movements perfectly. We are fortunate to have their talent in Pittsburgh!

I went to see two of my favorite 4 year olds in their first dance recital today. I had a front row…read moreseat. I definitely had one of the best seats in the house. The building sits on a beautiful school campus. All of the buildings are red brick with white accents. Very classic and proper looking. The auditorium was bigger than I expected. It is set up in a way that most seats are great seats. The seats are roomy and there is nice knee room. Some of the seats are a bit straight up and steep to get to so if you are seeing a production go for the orchestra seats.

From the owner: Professional theater, music and lecture venue. Open to the community. Many events are free of…read morecharge. Community performances, also.

Great business, treats people well. When I had to drop a class I was already enrolled in due to…read moreinjury, Donna was very gracious and offered an unexpected refund. I really appreciate a business that is kind to people.

As a parent new to choosing extra activities, I was overwhelmed at the amount of options there are…read morefor dance schools in the Murrysville and Monroeville area. A friend suggested that I check out Donna's and I'm glad we did! First of all, Donna is extremely responsive. She usually answers email inquiries within an hour or so, but I've never waited longer than a day for a response. In correspondence with the school they are always polite and informative. One of the selling points for me on this studio is that they don't push you to buy a million things and their tuition is affordable. Kids in the three and four year old combination class aren't required to wear anything particular and aren't required to purchase shoes until they know they are performing in the recital. That is a huge relief considering you never know how kids are going to be in terms of sticking with something. Another perk is that boys dance for free at this studio! They just have to pay the registration fee and then a costume fee if they choose to dance in the recital. This is an amazing option if you have both a son and a daughter. The studio itself is well lit, clean and spaced out. There is a large waiting area for parents where we can see in to the classroom and check out with the kids are up to, but the kids can't really see out to the parent area. The studios are spacious and mirror lined. Everyone we've interacted with at the studio is extremely friendly and my kids absolutely love their teacher and the aide. If you are looking for a dance studio, I highly recommend you check out Donna's.

I finally tried out V3 on the recommendation of a friend - I wish she had spoken so highly about it…read moreto begin with; I would have gone sooner! The experience was a good one, and if I were going to be staying in Pittsburgh, I would likely buy a membership! I was recommended to V3 after looking for a place in Pittsburgh that does hot yoga. I had heard they were good, but wasn't sure how long I'd be in town, so I didn't sign up for a membership or even take a first visit. That was a mistake. They offer free seven day trial memberships and so I finally went in for a visit. The forrest yoga class was AWESOME. I don't remember the name of the lady who instructed for that class, but I think it was a double name (like Anna Lee). She was friendly and professional, gentle yet challenging. The class was full enough to have comfort in numbers, and small enough to allow the instructor to actually see everyone. She made enough comments throughout the class to give people feedback and encouragement as to their form. Having had some exposure to yoga but not being an expert, the feedback was great! I'd go again, and probably will when I come back for a visit. In the meantime though, it was a worthwhile trip and their prices looked definitely reasonable. *I've been to Core Power Yoga and another major chain. The instructor here was comparable in knowledge to even the "big names", and the atmosphere was definitely more personal. **The class I went to was a hot yoga class; their calendar is on their website which lists which classes are hot classes and which aren't. Major props to them for that one. ***The negative point which stands out the most to me is their reviews on Google maps and places; every review reads as though it could have easily been written by an employee of the facility, and some clearly were. One even included a claim by the owner of "I guarantee it!" If the organization were to remove these artificial reviews, I would recommend V3 much more readily.

Two years ago, I was a yoga newbie…read more I've never been athletic or flexible; I never had good balance. I was a gymnastics and dance school dropout as a child, and I've never liked working out. Plus, I'm in the over-50 demographic. The only reasons I even considered trying yoga were: 1) on the advice of a personal counselor who thought it could help me unwind; and 2) the attractive pricing offered by this studio (then called V3, now called Take Yoga). Honestly, I was hooked from the first day. The instructor for my first class (Leigh Ann) was young but wise, patient and clear in her instructions. She never made me feel as if I "didn't belong," and has been a source of inspiration and encouragement ever since. I am now a faithful practitioner and usually get to two classes a week. I would come more often if I could! Each of the instructors at this studio has a different teaching style, but I have enjoyed all of the classes (even the tough ones, and the hot ones) despite the fact that I'm often the oldest student in the room. The atmosphere is welcoming and non-competitive, and the other students are friendly. Plus, the place is as clean as can be. What yoga has done for me: My balance, posture and strength have improved remarkably. My family has noticed that I'm calmer, and I feel more centered. Yoga has helped every aspect of my life; I'm convinced that it helped me recover from recent foot surgery and now that I'm back on my mat, I'm a happy camper. I highly recommend this studio! Namaste!

This is a very friendly dance studio. You can tell the owner and staff are very proud of their…read morestudents and school. The instructors are all wonderful, and willing to work with and accommodate kids with different abilities and at different levels. My kids have loved every one of their instructors from DeStella. There is a bit of an emphasis on the competition team(s) -- no pressure to join, just a lot of pride on their awesome accomplishments. But, "recreational" dance instruction is also available. The weekly classes run roughly the length of the school year, and end with a massive (long) recital. The classes seem to generally teach technique at the beginning of the year, then switch to a "recital dance" focus partway through.

As a former student and parent of a current student, I can easily say, without reservation, that…read moreSheLor School of Dance is one of the best studios in Western PA. The studio exudes professionalism and wants ALL students to be the best they can be. The teachers all carry years of experience and are firm, supportive, and most importantly- encouraging. I am extremely pleased that they continue to challenge the young girls, while being age appropriate. I am proud to say that we are members of SheLor's family.

From the owner: ShLor School of Dance Welcomes You. Celebrating 32 years Moving Through Music Accepting Fall…read moreRegistration Now. Call to reserve or register andor Attend Open Houses, Wednesdays August 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st 500pm-700pm. Fall Classes resume September 8th