5 stars. I'll keep this short and sweet. I have nothing but love for this place. It's a family…read morefriendly environment setting that is open to everyone for all ages and different backgrounds. Depending on the days, they have different styles ranging from breaking, housing, and funk. Though the dancers may look intimidating, they're mainly approachable. Be sure to connect with coordinator, Bobbi, for assistance!

It's wonderful to see an organization that caters not only to kids, but also to adults. Not only do…read morethey help spread the love of hip hop to the community, but also the education of urban arts toward our youth. I was extremely excited to hear that future arts now was offering classes at Edenvale community center! Specifically, waacking classes which is not only rare to find.. But also rare to find an instructor who knows their stuff!!! Their staff is professional and laid back, and you can tell that they love what they do, and that they're passionate about what they teach. From the greeting right when you walk in, to the teachers during class... This is not what I would expect from a community dance class... It's beyond my expectation! Drop in rate for their classes that run Monday-Thursday is only $10 for all levels. And they hold open sessions for all ages about 3 days a week for $3. NOT BAD AT ALL! You get the space... the music.. And you get to meet other dancers! All in all, I wish there was something like this when I was growing up! I'll be coming back soon for more classes, as will I also be recommending FAN! To all my friends and their kids! Ps: shout out to Michele King for being an aweeeesomme waacking teacher! :) Kudos to the Future Arts Now team for being awesome and crafting such a dynamic company!

My daughter has been attending Lokahi for about 2.5 years now and loves it! A huge plus that it's…read morevery close to home for us! The studio is located at a Polynesian church in Alum Rock hills. There's ample parking and easy to access. Classes are affordable and there's a discounted rate if you commit to 6 months or a year. Instructors are friendly and good with the kids. My daughter's had some fun opportunities to perform at the Warriors games, soccer games, and winter shows at Santana Row and Eastridge mall! They have an annual "Hoike" (recital) every summer which is fun and rewarding to see them perform. Pam, the owner is easy to communicate with via text and is very responsive with any questions. If you're thinking about it, you can even ask to do a trial class.

The community of dancers and students here is truly wonderful, and the connections built within are…read morethe heart of the studio. By the instructor's own account, this isn't a hula hālau, and she isn't a kumu hula. When asked about her lineage, she had no clear answer, which leaves me unsure where my own training comes from. Hula and ʻori carry deep cultural meaning, and I believe they're best taught by trusted cultural practitioners. Families looking for that should know the difference. Beyond that, the studio's operations leave a lot to be desired. BILLING AND TRANSPARENCY: There's a lack of transparency around pricing and accounts, and a clear information asymmetry between the studio and its students. Contracts include unspecified early-withdrawal terms alongside a verbal no-refunds policy. Despite published fees, tuition and contract terms are set one-on-one through SMS or DM, which never felt fully aboveboard. Tuition is paid to the owner's personal Venmo rather than a business account, and staff have asked students for screenshots as proof of payment. If the studio can't confirm payments from its own records, I have little faith in its bookkeeping. In my experience, this led to calculation discrepancies and disputed overcharges. I tried to resolve them directly, but after weeks of back-and-forth, the process became too draining to continue. Between tuition, costumes, merch, show fees, deposits, donations, and potlucks, it felt like flying Allegiant: everything is à la carte. SCHEDULING AND COMMUNICATION: Classes frequently start and end late, and showcase practices are often scheduled or changed at the last minute. Once, students got about 15 minutes' notice to pick up costumes before a practice across town. The day before one show, everyone was asked if someone could pick up 100 lbs of dry ice, a real handling and transport risk. Processes change yearly with no consistency, and hōʻike season communication is lacking and last minute. Staff often can't answer students' questions about anything, from contracts to schedules to costumes. FACILITIES: A review here from nine years ago called the building run down; the owner replied it was being upgraded and had a common area for families. During the 2024 hōʻike, students were asked to donate money for raffle baskets, the studio sold raffle tickets at its shows, and staff confirmed in writing that proceeds would go to the "hālau" for studio upgrades, but in my observation, no upgrades were apparent. The building is still run down, and parents often end up waiting on the floor in a cramped hallway of questionable cleanliness. VOLUNTEER EXPECTATIONS: Though this is a for-profit business charging commercial tuition, it relies heavily on students and volunteers for operational work. Parent volunteers also supervise children backstage during shows, and I was never told whether volunteers working with minors are screened. After the annual shows, students who already paid participation fees were expected to clean the theater or forfeit a $50 deposit. INSTRUCTION AND CULTURE: The emphasis is on performance rather than cultural preservation. Classes center on show choreography, while the ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and meaning of each mele are left for students to study from a literal translation. Without a kumu to teach the kaona and context behind each mele, much of the meaning is lost. In one class, the instructor asked if anyone knew what May Day was. A student answered that it's when hālau across the Bay Area come together to dance, and the instructor didn't correct her. May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi, a spring celebration of lei-making, island culture, and the spirit of aloha. Moments like that were missed chances to teach the culture. Students get amazing opportunities to perform at theme parks and pro sporting events. Given the limited cultural grounding, I feel those stages could be better shared with Polynesian groups trusted with perpetuating the culture. Much of class is students following along while the instructor often sits at her desk in the corner, with little individual correction from "alakaʻi." Placements also seemed to favor a few. For one mele, several girls who consistently attended practice were placed in the back, while relatives of a longtime student were centered despite being absent often. Class can also be uncomfortable, as the instructor often speaks to staff in a condescending way in front of students. Over about five years, I invested five figures in tuition and fees without focused attention on my technique or cultural understanding. It's unfortunate that such a wonderful community is managed this way. Rather than trying to control what students say through "hālau rules" that restrict gossip and feedback, I'd encourage the studio to earn a better reputation by investing in transparent billing, better organization, and focused, hands-on instruction. A regular, anonymous pulse survey might help the studio understand how students actually feel.

I had Emanuel as my vocal coach and really enjoyed working with him. I liked his teaching style,…read moreand with each session I felt more confident and could see my singing improving. He does a great job explaining things in a way that's easy to understand, even getting into the anatomy of how the voice works, which I found really helpful. I had to miss a few sessions because of work, but Sarah and Emanuel was always great about helping me schedule makeup sessions and was very responsive whenever I had questions. Overall, I've had a great experience and would definitely recommend this studio to anyone looking to improve their singing in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Always a vibrant organized session. Sarah is very good all…read morearound! Nice personality and excellent technique.

If you're learning to dance bachata, San Jose Bachata Nights is where you'll feel most comfortable…read more Want to hear the latest and greatest bachata music? You'll find that here too! I started this dance style in Sept 2021 and have been addicted ever since. I've hopped around clubs and socials from SF to the South Bay Area...SJBN is where I felt like people really are there to dance (as opposed to feeling like I have entered a meat market packed with wolves). Getting there is also stress free with easy access from the freeway plus plenty of parking. At SJBN, DJ Magic Mike and his crew make you feel welcome. During the first hour of the night, you can get a free lesson on bachata basics and some partnering moves. Then it's followed by social dancing. Don't be shy to make a song request or ask for a dance from one of the crew. You will enjoy it...and maybe learn some new moves! Sometimes there's even a bit of entertainment from a performing group. And those performers stay to dance as well! So you'll find every level of dancer from beginner to teacher, all with one thing in common - love for bachata.

After seeing all the 5 star reviews I figured this would be a good spot. I showed up Friday and…read morethere's about 15 people 10 are leads. And the instructor randomly mocks and picks on leads. Seems like he's on an ego trip. Anyways not worth 25$ at all.

We love how Mrs. Ashby and her team of piano teachers (especially Teacher Miguel) show great…read moreexpertise and passion when working with students. My child has learned to play a significant number of songs in a short period of time. Many have applauded his skill at playing the piano at a very young age. He has showcased his skills during talent shows and the audience are in awe with what he can do. We are proud and grateful that we are part of For the Love of Piano Studio!

I've been taking lessons with Bernadette and Hunter at For the Love of Piano for a year now. It's…read morebeen a truly transformative experience. I had taken piano lessons briefly as a child and again in my 20s. While I enjoyed the idea of playing, I often found practicing frustrating and progress painfully slow. After two failed attempts, I assumed I just wasn't "musically inclined." Now in my 30s, I was determined to find a creative outlet, and I'm so glad I found Bernadette's studio. Her own inspiring journey of learning piano later in life really resonated with me--it's a constant reminder that it's never too late to start (or restart). The Simply Music method she teaches is a refreshing, play-based approach. Unlike traditional methods that begin with music theory and sight-reading, this method focuses on learning to play real songs from the very beginning. I love being able to learn a piece during a lesson and immediately go home to practice and refine it. A year in, I can play 10-15 songs from memory--something I never imagined possible before. It's far more gratifying than the scale drills and exercises I remember from earlier lessons. Whether you've struggled with piano in the past or are just beginning, I highly recommend For the Love of Piano. It's a supportive, engaging environment that makes learning enjoyable.

Tuve la oportunidad de ver el los 16 años de mi sobrina el Vals y el baile sorpresa donde fue…read morepreparada por la academia Sole y me gusto mucho ya que ante todo mucho profesionalismo, responsabilidad y lo principal los chicos lo disfrutaron al . La coreografía fue muy bien montada llenando las expectativas de la festejada y los invitados . Muchas gracias señora Elisa Pelayo por sus servicios

From the owner: The most important family events are unforgettable. Specially the celebration of the XV YEARS for…read moreany girl, The Sole Model Academy is specialized in proposing the most beautiful classical and current choreography where we assure you that you will shine more than ever.Let us take you to another level and let you just enjoy the special moment with your family and friends.Our facilities are ready and equipped for whatever your need.

I've been wanting to try a dance class at OOS for years and finally made the time to go with a…read morefriend for one of their Saturday Choreo I classes with Anthony as the choreographer. The space itself fit a lot of people and there was ample space to move around. The guy at the front desk was super nice helping us check in and gave us masks to wear since we forgot to bring ours. By no means am I a skilled dancer, but not once did I ever feel bad for coming in at my skill level. The instructor and the other folks taking the class created an environment where you could have fun and learn something as long as you show up and do your best, regardless of skill level. And even though I'm uncoordinated and had struggled a bit for my mind/body to process the same thing (lol), everyone was super encouraging and I never got the vibe that people thought they were better - it was like we were all there to have fun and groove to some good music. As a beginner, I loved the pace that we went at loved the buildup of learning new moves and adding onto what we already learned. My friend and I are already talking about going back to try one of their weekday classes but all the choreo on OOS's IG page look so fun! It was definitely mentally and physically stimulating and it was cool to go out of our comfort zones to try something we don't usually do but thoroughly enjoyed anyways. Can't wait to go back!

Nice studio, easy to rent space for a last minute rehearsal …read more 4 stars only because it's a bit rundown , main studio has lots of warping on the floor and the bathrooms aren't super clean.

This a beautiful, quaint but exciting event. The acrobats…read moreand horses put on spectacular show. Elaborate costumes and lighting. Every seat gives you a fantastic view and since tent is smaller than most show of this kind it feels more intimate. They had a snack bar with all your circus favorites, posters for picture taking and a area of soveniers. I totally recommend this show, for the price it's worth a night out with the family.

Loved the show! The Horses are very well trained and it seems they want to please & love their…read moreTrainer's also. The attention to detail, acts, choreography & costumes were wonderful....done with a skill that made them look easy. The tent was photo worthy, the front row seats were wonderful & we enjoyed being christened with a little arena sand! My only regret was not meeting the youngest of ten generations, trainer's, artists & horses afterward. I truly hope they will return to Cedar City. It was pure luck I learned about the show when at the vet's office & many other's did not know about it either. Very best of luck to Cirque Ma'Ceo & a Big Thankyou.

I've seen two plays well events, at the Mexican heritage theater maybe four years ago I saw San…read moreJose Taiko play for their 50th year anniversary! No acoustic sound needed in that great auditorium especially with Japanese Taiko ("drum" in Japanese) involved! For that show, we were actually sitting in the front middle row, and it really felt as if during the swing performance they were going to swing into our laps! A couple of the numbers I actually jumped back in my seat it seemed like they got too close! But amazing performance by San Jose Taiko!! This particular evening, I saw a friend performing in "shaking the mess out of misery! "They had great acoustics in this particular performance, but not too much singing in the actual show itself so more of a play and a great story for young women to see how things were different from the 1940s or 50s until now! I love how this particular play had the proper lingo and accents of the era and that southern hospitality sound!! I had to look up a couple of the words, but the play, and the overall meaning itself was great!! As we left at the performance, and actually started raining and they're beautiful open area outside/the front of the Mexican heritage. Plaza glistened and gleamed with lights! It looked very pretty and I really enjoyed the theater! Hee

We came here for Viva CalleSJ this past Sunday. It's a lovely plaza with plenty of outdoor space…read moreand a large parking lot which was used for vendor booths during the recent event I attended. We enjoyed our time here, entertained by cultural dance performances (mexican folk dance), live music including spanish reggae tunes and mariachi, fun pro wrestling matches, and more. Food and drink vendors were available on site, selling mexican cuisine, korean fried chicken, and kona ice (flavored shaved ice). We were able to grab a variety of items for lunch including iced tea and coffee beverages from Travelin' Tom's Coffee of Mountain View, a yummy quesadilla from El Viejon, and a tasty sandwich from Chick N Bros food truck. If there's anything I think could make this place better, it's grass. But I understand, not every park or plaza can offer this. It's a beautiful venue nonetheless, for community events and the arts.

Can't speak highly enough of this mariachi group: they played for my wedding over the last weekend…read moreand *everyone* loved them! They really brought the right festive energy and live music, even better than I could have imagined. They also agreed to play for us as we went "down the aisle" with a song we chose, and despite being entirely indoors, the music was just the right volume to celebrate without stopping conversations during social times. I'm thrilled to have had them as part of our special day and hope that this review gets them the attention they deserve for other events. Thank you all! ¡Muchas gracias a todos ustedes!

We hired this mariachi band for my wife's birthday party, and they absolutely exceeded our…read moreexpectations. From the moment they arrived, they brought incredible energy and created such a fun, lively atmosphere for everyone. Their performance was excellent -- great vocals, beautiful instrumentation, and a fantastic song selection that kept everyone engaged. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do, and that energy really made the celebration special. They were also very professional, punctual, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. If you're looking for a mariachi group that will elevate your event and leave your guests impressed, I highly recommend them. We would definitely book them again! -- Contratamos a este mariachi para la fiesta de cumpleaños de mi esposa y superaron completamente nuestras expectativas. Desde el momento en que llegaron, trajeron una energía increíble y crearon un ambiente muy alegre y divertido para todos. Su presentación fue excelente -- muy buenas voces, instrumentos impecables y una selección de canciones que mantuvo a todos entretenidos. Se nota que realmente disfrutan lo que hacen, y esa energía hizo que la celebración fuera aún más especial. Además, fueron muy profesionales, puntuales y fáciles de coordinar durante todo el proceso. Si estás buscando un mariachi que eleve tu evento y deje a tus invitados impresionados, los recomiendo totalmente. ¡Sin duda los volveríamos a contratar!