I truly thought that I would be giving this place a 5 star review, and I'm sad that wasn't my…read moreexperience. I am always looking to support the Arts, small businesses, museums, and such - especially now - and this seemed like a good way to do that while also having a fun, unique work-out experience. I have actually had this place on my bucket list for years, so I was super excited to go. My husband and I paid $100 for a 1-hour private aerial silks lesson. We decided on a private lesson partly due to COVID, partly because we were hoping for a class that was at least partly-tailored to us, since it would be just the 2 of us, and partly because I am at one of the least physically-fit points I've been at in my entire life. (My excuses are: a couple of severe medical issues that affected my weight and my energy levels, and my rescue cat who is very needy and loves to cuddle, but he's worth it... but really I just need to get my butt in gear and get fit again.) Despite my low level of physical fitness currently, my minor physical limitations, and my total lack of experience, I was feeling confident that I could adapt or modify anything that I couldn't do, hopefully with the help of the instructor. I didn't even necessarily expect to be able to do every move. What I didn't expect was to be able to do NONE of the moves. None of them. Okay, I'm not THAT lacking in physical fitness... at least, I didn't think I was? I've done many virtual physical fitness classes throughout the pandemic - though yelp, through a few friends of mine who are fitness class instructors and I wanted to support them financially while trying to stay fit, and a handful of other classes, too. For some of these other fitness classes, I wasn't able to do every single move, and I did have to modify some of the suggested moves. However, this is literally the first time in my entire life that I was able to do NONE of the moves. I started feeling frustrated by this. My husband mentioned that it seemed like the instructor, Jen, had no idea what to do when I started feeling frustrated. I certainly didn't receive a single word of encouragement from her, which might have been nice. Although she did suggest corrections, she didn't really suggest modifications or alternate moves for me to try. When I asked her if the private lesson had a set curriculum and was really similar to the intro class, just with only 2 people, or if she was able to adapt to our specific needs and limitations, she got really defensive and insisted that she had given me "another option" for a move. But there were only 4 total moves that she taught us in the entire hour, and it seemed like the "other option" was just the next thing on her list of moves in the pre-set curriculum. My husband also mentioned that Jen seemed ill-equipped to trouble-shoot if one of us was having an issue with any of the moves. He only really had an issue with the last move of the 4 (go, Leo! It was neat to watch him go!!), but the instructor gave him feedback 4 separate times but none of her feedback enabled him to complete the 4th move successfully so she clearly had no clue what the problem was. My poor husband, who is an excellent problem-solver in general, felt badly that HE, as a first-time beginning student, wasn't able to figure out what the problem was - isn't that a big part of the instructor's job, especially for a private lesson? My husband also commented that the instructor's energy was really "flat". I agree with this - she had zero enthusiasm whatsoever, and almost no encouragement. When I was encouraging my husband and cheering him on for the 4th move - by this time I was sitting on my mat letting the lesson be his lesson since I hadn't gotten anywhere on ANY of the 4 moves - she looked over at me and then said a couple of encouraging things to him herself. This was the first time in our entire lesson, with about 5 minutes left to go, that she had said anything encouraging. This seems weird for a fitness instructor, they usually have a pretty infectious energy that is really motivating, and I started out this class super excited to learn this. We sadly would not go back, unless maybe in 5 years when I'm super fit again (it might take that long, LOL), but if we did go back, we would request a different instructor for sure. I will say that our instructor was friendly and welcoming to me when I arrived. My husband was still parking, so I arrived alone for the first few minutes. This reminds me - parking is horrible at this location, and super hard to find. We went today, on a Thursday afternoon. We arrived almost 10 minutes early. By 1 minute until our lesson started, we still had not found a place to park near the studio. Really sad and disappointed. It was nice to watch my husband do 3 of the moves, though. I feel like giving 2 stars really, but their COVID precautions are/were A++ which matters a lot to us since we're super strict ourselves, and the facility was nice.

I'm taking private lessons here and I've worked with several coaches. They are all great! The gym…read moreis not too warm in summer while the ceiling is high, which makes it the best aerial gym in the Seattle area.

This facility has been in business for a long, long time…read more I noticed my last review actually reflected the sad experience from a NIA teacher who gave me the run around. Her words and style should not reflect in the place and owners. I just emailed them with questions about a program which is relatively new. I was given prompt, useful informaiton. I am appreciative of the ongoing programs there which I have attended and ongoing help from owners/management.

*Purchases her very own zils*…read more I totally underestimated getting an actual workout here. I don't know why. I thought that the fun factor would cancel out feeling the burn, but dayam, this was work. I took the Egyptian-style belly dancing class, the first class in their 5-week series. My glutes. My hammies. Every muscle in my arm. Some muscle in my upper abs that apparently don't get used on a normal basis. They all moved...and I got into it. Our instructor was fantastic, making sure to accommodate those with injuries, explaining the muscles being stretched or used. She was hands-on, too, making adjustments to people's postures. $15 to drop in or $12 per class with the series via cash or check. Street parking. Reasons to buy fun costumes and props imminent.

The teacher, Elaine, has moved her studio to Columbia City. It's a tiny space shared with a gift…read moreshop. I am an elementary level dancer and I found Elaine to be a wonderful teacher for me. She worked me hard but with sensitivity to my strengths and weaknesses. Under her instruction I found myself able to do steps and combinations I hadn't been able to nail down with other teachers in larger studios. The tiny class size means loads of individual attention. Cost is $18 for a 90 minute class or $17 if you take multiple classes.

After struggling to find detailed, professional information on what this place offers and whether…read moreit was even open, I am now a believer. In this day and age, we're used to the MindBody app, online scheduling, updated Facebook pages and Google Maps entries, and Instagrams, but you're not going to get any of this with Belltown Ballet. You're getting an elderly woman named Elaine who runs this thing herself, seems to be doing it for fun, and doesn't have the patience for technological updates. This is a great, fun, tough workout. I have been interested in trying beginner ballet as an adult, and this was a perfect introduction for me. Elaine is such a lovely person, and she makes ballet enjoyable and accessible to all types of people. There were about 10 people in the class I tried, a good mix of men and women of all levels. The atmosphere was relaxed and somewhat social in between exercises, with a lot of laughter throughout. I have been to other all-levels or even beginner dance and workout classes, and I often find myself frustrated by the lack of instruction and attention to people who had no clue what they were doing. Not so at BBC ballet; everyone felt seen. The classes are all levels, and there are students who have been dancing for decades, as well as true beginners like myself. The more you learn, the more you understand the proper technique and what you have to work on, so every student finds it challenging. Here is the logistical info as of August 8, 2022, as they don't seem to update their website or social media: BBC Studio AKA Belltown Ballet is doing live, in-person classes. (There are also online and hybrid classes, but I haven't tried them and won't comment on them here.) Live classes are Monday and Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. They take place at the Seattle Armory in Seattle Center, 4th Floor, north end, Puget Sound Theater spaces. Classes are $16 for drop ins, and you don't need to register or anything, just show up. There is plenty of space, so come, bring friends, etc.

Love this place for physical activity for kids- teachers are kind, caring, and firm with a range of…read moreabilities and needs.

I feel so lucky to have such a supportive dojo with deep expertise and multiple highly skilled…read moreinstructors. A nice place to learn, grow and stay fit. Without Aikido I'd have a strong temptation to just hang out on the couch, but instead I have a structure that helps me turn up and have a body as well as a brain! Also, I'm quite clumsy, so learning and practicing how to fall safely will always be a valuable life skill!... and you know, I'm a lot less clumsy than I used to be!

I am so impressed with Discover Gymnastics! I've been taking the adult gymnastics class on…read moreWednesday nights and it is one of the most positive, encouraging, and welcoming gymnastics environments. The class offers the perfect balance of guided instruction and open gym. The gym is clean, has everything you need, and the coaching staff is knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend!

What a great sport…read more Good program and people running it. My son had a great time here!

My child enjoyed exploring her body's limits and abilities, growing in confidence, spending the day…read moreplaying outside, challenging herself, learning new ways to navigate her environment, and engaging with new people. The flow of class felt natural, personalized, accessible, and enthusiastic. After class, my child felt excited, inspired, supported, and joyfully exhausted. Due to traffic, I arrived a few minutes late for picking up my child and the teacher greeted me with only kindness. I highly recommend this program to get your child moving out in nature!

The staff at this community center is al for supporting the chinatown community. So many year long…read more& seasonal activities, they host trips to the zoo, aquarium, and more for the neighborhood youth, and have a lot of respect for residents of the neighborhood. I hold events here all the time for senior residents and i never leave the place with a bad impression.

This place is awesome! Built in 2004, International District Community Center has a small fitness…read morecenter, multipurpose room, kitchen, a gym, and a music room. They offer a variety of drop-in programs including yoga, Chinese dance, Chinese meditation, and table tennis. We paid $3 to use their gym and it was definitely well worth the price of admission! Inside the small gym, there were a couple of step machines, treadmills, and weights. Perfect for those of us that like to keep the exercise simple! For those of us who are bookworms, check out the Seattle Public Library branch connected to the community center. There is a small collection of DVDs, fiction, and non-fiction to keep your mind fed after working on your body. Check it out!

I am SO glad I found InsideOut Yoga. Kim is the absolute best! She has the most gentle and soothing…read moreway of teaching, yet every class challenges my body and builds confidence and strength. I especially appreciate that the yoga she teaches is true yoga - non-performative, focusing on the connection between the body and mind to strengthen both. It's hard to find that, and what truly a refreshing and holistic experience it is. Not to mention, the community here is great. It really is such a warm and supportive place, free from any sense of competition. I strongly believe that InsideOut has something for everyone!

I've been doing yoga with Kim for 10 years! I started yoga ( I was 65) to improve balance,…read moreflexibility and strength (upper body, core, etc). Of course all parts of the body are "worked" on! Most recently we did some work with hips ( which had been bothering me). Well, the next time I took my walk, no issues! Kim is thoughtful, super knowledgeable, so supportive... come join us!