The instructors here are talented and encouraging. Really fun, unique classes! I always have so…read moremuch fun here!

I had a wonderful experience at my first aerial dance class here. The registration process was done…read moreonline and was super quick and convenient. We just had to sign waivers when we arrived. The studio was a little hard to find since it's so new but it's a strip mall BEHIND the sub stop. It's easy to miss but they have a sign out. We learned so much in our first class and the teacher was super fun and engaging and really encouraged us. I also loved how clean the studio was. A few tips. I didn't research this properly before the class but wear tight fitting clothes. Cover your arms and legs because fabric burn is a thing. Remove jewelry, smart watches and so forth. Socks make it harder, but since the gym is so clean it's fine! I will definitely be back!

I enjoyed the introductory course. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The teacher is very…read morehelpful and very thorough in the way she teaches. The class was socially distanced, I felt comfortable and had a great time! Will be back!

A great new studio- I think they're fairly new? The facilities (floors, poles, building) are very…read morenice, & as an intermediate dancer I dropped into a random class and came away with some new skills. Looking forward to dropping in again next time I'm in the area!

This studio is a wonderful little spot tucked into an unsuspecting strip mall. Don't let the small…read moresize fool you, it is packed full of so much fun stuff! They have pole classes and Lyra and fabric - super fun! They may have more, but those are the ones I've seen and considered. Since I'm relatively new to aerial arts, I've only taken a few classes here for Lyra and fabrics, but I have loved the classes. The class size is 6 or fewer, so your instructor has plenty of time to help you if you're lost, confused or, you know, stuck in the air. The instructors are talented individuals who take the time to model the skills and are adept at figuring out how to help you see the skills from different perspectives. They change cues and point out different muscles, movements and positions to cater to the student. There are mirrors in the front of the aerial studio, so, you can see what you're doing. It is helpful, but it can be a little daunting. I've never had a problem finding parking here. The cost is affordable as far as aerials arts classes are priced. There are options for class packages if you are interested in going regularly. Have fun, it's a blast!

I can't recommend this place enough! As a newbie to pole dancing who was incredibly intimidated, I…read morefelt so welcomed and at home here. I took some of the beginner pole dancing classes and loved them so much I signed up for an 8-week session. I'm even trying to find a day to bring in all my friends. They've been so accommodating to my schedule and all of the staff is lovely! I will definitely be returning!

This studio is tucked far far away in Frederick. If you weren't looking for it, you wouldn't find…read moreit. It's in an industrial/ office park behind lots of fields. The roads to get there feel very strange! That being said, I went here for some aerial fabrics classes. They have several levels, so you can find the Igor one based on your skill set. They also have Lyra and pole. They have a ton of kids classes. The studio is compact but they get the job done. The folks here are very nice and very welcoming. There are snacks and things if you need a quick before or after class pick me up. There is a little seating area before you get to class in the studio area. The bathrooms are very nice. The parking is a free lot with a few spots in front and more off to the side and back. I haven't had problems parking, but there is only one entrance into and exit from the lot. Anyhow, the class size for aerial fabrics is 6, so it's cozy. The classes are 1 hour, but it's a good amount to get stuff done. I kinda wish it were longer but appreciate the shorter time. They have individual and class packs, so that's up to you what you'd like to do. They are not pushy about classes or anything. Everyone is just super nice and helpful. I like his studio a lot! If you feel like being in Frederick for aerial fabric or Lyra or pole classes, Luna is an excellent place!

Amazing owner and instructor! The facility was clean. Everyone is friendly and my entire group had…read morea great time. We learned great moves and just had an overall great time. Will definitely be going back!

Incredible studio. Warm and welcoming and a lot of fun. The aerial yoga has really helped me…read morementally and physically.

From the owner: Flying Frog Fitness is a relaxed and comfortable place for all bodies to experience fitness classes…read moreon the floor or in the air.

Stunning space with great instructors and a nice selection of course offerings for all levels from…read morezero experience to even semipro/pro. I have been a student of Candy's for years. I was so glad when she opened her own studio. We are fortunate to have someone with as much experience and talent as she and her team has!

On a scale of romances to documentaries, Aerial Candy is a picture book with beautiful poses…read more Aerial Candy operates out of Dance Exchange, and the entrance into the space is at the back of the building. There's minimal parking, and you might find parking on the street as well. I took a beginner silks class and an intermediate lyra class. It seemed like our teachers were subs, and I would have been curious to experience a class by the regular teachers (I was only passing through town). Rigging appeared safe, but it was only a cursory look as I felt comfortable with the tricks we were working in class. I greatly enjoyed the other aerialists who were welcoming and fun.

Love this place. I've been a regular member for about two years. I have always felt safe, and every…read moreteacher I've had has been fantastic. Plus, as a guy, I've never felt un-welcomed or uncomfortable, which is a true testament to how welcoming this community is.

Went here on Sunday for a bachelorette party and had a really great time! It is in a nice location…read morein Charlottesville, and the studio is cute. We did an hour long private pole dancing class and it was a blast.

Love this wonderful establishment for the joy, community, fitness, challenges, artistry,…read moreaccessibility and flexibility! While it may be a little strange to get to the location from the strange turn off Carlin Springs Road, then winding your way towards the back in between a church and some other fitness establishment, it is there, so go! They have recently changed the outside decor to have a welcoming, vibrant blue along the wall, so it is easier to find. What can one do here if you've never thought about any of the things they do here? That's up to you. I can only comment on what I've tried out, so far! The studio has plenty of evening classes during the week and a bunch on the weekends during the day and afternoon. Classes vary from stretching and flexibility to conditioning, including focusing on splits, backbends and handstands. They also of course focus on skills like dance trapeze, aerial trapeze, Lyra, silks, handstands, and rope. I'm sure there are more, but I can't remember. I like that the classes complement each other - so maybe go to a stretching/ flexibility class like splits and then go to a Lyra or aerial trapeze class. The classes have different levels, but you first would need to start at an introduction to ... class. There are 2 basic intro. classes - the introduction to hard apparatus (aerial trapeze and Lyra) and the introduction to soft apparatus (silks). They are 2 very different classes, but I guarantee you will feel all the physical demands of fitness by completing one of these classes. Once you complete one of those, you are free to sign up for level 1 classes of those respective apparatuses. Wondering how much stretching you should do before a class? Don't wonder, every class instructor builds in stretching to the class. So, if the class is 1 hour and 30 minutes, at least 10 minutes will help your body get ready for the class, and at least 5 minutes at the end to stretch out as well. For every class I've attended, the instructors are patient, knowledgeable, talented and creative. That means, for someone like me, who is challenged in knowing how to move body parts when I'm hanging upside down or what's forward vs backwards left vs right, they are super helpful to guide you. They are all also very respectful and will interact with you with your pronouns and your level of comfort in how you like to receive instruction. I am super impressed with how the instructors can reevaluate your abilities and needs and help you figure out how to do the things. It looks easy for the instructors/ coaches, but... it's definitely not easy for me, and they never hesitate to help and encourage me. I first started here because I was interested in aerial trapeze, but then I took a few Lyra classes and some silks. Then there were handstand classes, too. I am still most interested in aerial trapeze, but there is only 1 of those level 1 classes a week, and it books up! They do have open studio times for your practicing needs, so that's awesome. I love the silks classes, and there are more of the level 1 classes - they go up to level 3, wow! Handstands are currently once a week, but I've never seen all of the spots taken. It's a great class though! The parking is super easy, and it's free, so that's awesome. However, sometimes, it gets really busy - especially the weekends, but you can generally still find a spot. Try this out if you have any interest in aerial arts. You will love it and be challenged and will go back! See you at Monarca!

I really enjoyed my experience at the studio...until I wasn't able to sign up for my second class…read more I purchased two intro class from Groupon and was able to sign up for an intro to soft apparatus class with no problem. The instructor, Kat, was knowledgeable, engaging, welcoming and patient with everyone in the class! We started class with a 20-minute warm-up and then started with basic moves on the silks. We definitely enjoyed the class with Kat, but wanted to try the intro to hard apparatus class which includes working with the lyra and trapeze. Unfortunately, the studio has a 60 day policy to take your second class after taking your first class. This was not made clear to my two friends and I. We asked specifically after our first class if there was a time restriction to take our next class and was told there was no expiration for our second class. However, this was not the same message I received from the staff when I tried to email them to sign up for the second class. This policy is not listed on their website nor on the Groupon, making it very disappointing because we were excited to take another class. I would have highly recommended this studio if this problem was resolved, but the lack of customer service and ability to be flexible with their customers was disheartening.

I love the aerial yoga class! I took the beginner intro class and then another class. The teacher…read moreis amazing, patient, and supportive. The class was extremely fun and she walked us through various poses and inversions. It's a great workout! Definitely recommend if you want to try out aerial / hammock yoga.

Quite possibly the best workout I've had this year. It wasn't strenuous, nor did I overexert…read moremyself. I left feeling like I had a great workout out, and a great stretch, and it was an amazing feeling. Our instructor (her name escapes me) was amazing! We went as a group of 10 I believe and just had a good time. I'm looking into joining for regularly scheduled classes.

Really great customer service. They've been responsive to emails and available for questions. The…read morecoaches are great with kids and seem eager to help them develop their skills and grow.

First, I just want to note that my daughter started gymnastics in NoVA at age 2. She's 9 now. So I…read morehave some experience with gyms in the area (she's attended three). My biggest priority with any gym is safety, for obvious reasons. There is a gym in NoVA where the owner had to step down because of allegations of SA and yet his wife still runs the gym. I would encourage you to research the gym where your child attends and make sure there is no history of improper conduct. Gym America is a safe place for my daughter. That is the top reason why I love it. Of course, even with background checks, you never know, so I regularly check in with my daughter to see how she feels. And she loves Gym America and her coaches. The next reason I love Gym America is because they have responsive customer service. When I returned to the area after living abroad, I emailed a few gyms, and one of the big gyms in the area never even returned my email. Laura, the owner at Gym America, responded the same day. My daughter is now a Level 4 gymnast. One of the things I didn't know until the last few years is that there are two competitive tracks: Xcel and JO. Some of the gyms in the area don't offer JO, which is another reason I chose Gym America. My daughter spends 15 hours a week at the gym and loves it. I think that speaks for itself. If you are reading through these reviews, you might want to weigh one like mine a little more seriously, compared to people who have only spent a small amount of time at the gym. I've had a lot of opportunity to see what the gym is actually like. I'm not saying it's perfect, but I am saying that 1) my daughter has been safe here and 2) that her skills have improved *substantially* since she started here a year and a half ago.