Not sure how anyone learns anything here. I took an adult Performance Tap dance class here, with the intention of taking a few others while I am here in London on holiday. After this class experience, I have definitely changed my mind. The instructor played the music so unbelievably loud that we could barely hear him speak or dance. Also, the other dancers did not listen to each other at all. Everyone just danced to their own rhythm without any regard for what their fellow dancers were doing. They were not at all in sync; which was incredibly ironic for a Performance Tap class. Part of being a successful performer is situational awareness; being in tune and in sync with your fellow performers on stage/on the floor at all times. Moreover, I expected more discipline from adult dancers. There were entirely too many times during the class where the teacher was speaking or trying to review steps, and other dancers were off tapping and doing their own thing, making it almost impossible to hear what the teacher was trying to teach. I almost can't fault them though because the class was quite unstructured. There was no delineation between warm-up, technique review, and actual choreography. We were just doing whatever the instructor did, whenever he did it. His hand cues were only slightly less awful than his counts and his verbal cues. Only a handful of people were able to keep up with him... I'm guessing they're accustomed to the dysfunction. Suffice it to say, Derek was definitely not one of the best instructors I've had. I found him only slightly less arrogant than his bio implied. At one point during the class, a student asked him a question about the choreography because he seemed to have changed the rhythm of the choreography that we were learning part way through the class. Most of the people in the class seemed to notice it (and it was a point of frustration and spirited conversation among some students after class). The student said something to the effect of, "It looks like you've changed the rhythm a bit," at which point he scoffed at her and replied, "Oh, *I* changed it?" in this condescending "How dare you imply that I'm wrong" kind of tone. As someone who has both taken and taught countless tap classes over the course of my life, I can say from experience that teachers and choreographers forget what they've choreographed all the time...especially when you're choreographing on the spot. We're human. It happens. But apparently not to Derek. Hmm. Classes are cash only, and are payable directly to the teacher at the beginning or end of class. There is also an extra £4 fee for drop-in classes, which are to be paid at the front desk by either cash or credit card. Why they have not made it possible for students to pay for classes with card is beyond me. If you find yourself without cash, not to worry. There is an ATM down the block near the Five Guys. Exit the studio and turn left, then turn right onto the street. It's about 2 to 3 minute walk, and the cash machine will be on the left side of the street. Overall, I am not certain that this experience was worth the frustration. The website is incredibly convoluted and it makes it almost impossible to effectively filter down the classes one wants to take. The website also does not have a long-term class schedule (I think it's only posted week-to-week), so you have to check back every few days to see what's available. Ultimately, I ended up waiting until I arrived in London and called the studio directly to see if they had the style and level of instruction that I was interested in. I am only giving this place an extra star because it was a catalyst for helping me to check off one of my bucket list items; taking my lifelong love of tap dance to another country. read more

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Pineapple Studios is one of the most notorious dance studios in London and really has that 'Fame' esque vibe to it. I went here for a Musical Theatre training week almost a year ago and the place sported a minimalistic 80's vibe back then and has hardly changed since! Fear not however as the wide range of classes vary from beginners to advanced meaning there is something for every style and ability so you will never feel self conscious. I go every Wednesday evening to Street Jazz with Nicky Bentley which is not only brilliant fun but an amazing workout. Be warned, the tutors work you hard but you feel the benefit. I'm not a member and so pay £2 for a daily membership and an additional £6 for the class. I would advise that if you go to the more popular evening classes, get there early to get a good spot in the studio. Oh and take a towel as it gets quite sweaty if you participate in the more high energy classes! These tutors are the best in the business and I love it as an alternative way to get fit. read more

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Every Tuesday I attend YogaBalletFusion with David Olton here. Initially I was scared to go to these studios because they're known for training professional dancers and I felt very inadequate as a beginner. But this class is great because he divides it into three parts; Pilates, beginners ballet and yoga. The classes are quite full but they stop letting people in if it gets crowded so make sure to arrive around ten minutes before the class starts. If like me you're not a member, pay a daily membership of £2 at the front desk and ask for a yoga mat. These can sometimes be a bit sweaty so bring a towel to put over it. Then at the end of the class you pay the teacher £8. It's a really hard work-out without involving any of the plastic steps or 90s dance music that usually puts me off keeping fit. The school is really busy but the staff are friendly. The school is in a tall town house just off Covent Garden, it's hard to find so look out for the Pineapple shop and it's tucked in behind that. read more

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Pineapple Dance, how I love thee so. You make my heart beat and my feet flow. You're stinky halls, sweaty rooms and steep stairs Remind me of my dance in yester years. Dancing my buns off With a smile and a laugh I know Pineapple Dance will always be my pal. Seriously now, I'm only in London for a 6-month period and I needed to get myself to some sort of exercise something. I'd gained almost a stone from all the friggin' bread and butter and sugary cakes and biscuits at tea time (which is all the time!) and I desperately wanted to get that weight off. Since I hate gyms, loathe the expensive yoga studio near me, and grew up dancing ballet, Pineapple seemed like a no brainer. After my first class I was hooked! I bought a membership and have been going 3-4 times a week for the past 3 weeks. My tummy is flat again, I'm getting the physical release I need (get your mind out of the gutter), and I don't even care about the money I'm spending on it because it makes me feel so good! (p.s. yes, it can be pricey, but cheaper than any studio back in LA!) Classes I've taken: Maggie, beginners - slow paced, but allows you to focus on your technique as you don't have to struggle to keep up with tricky combos. Maggie, intermediate - faster paced, energetic, good combos, really good mix of people Alex, barre/stretch - fast-paced class, easy combos, good to warm your muscles up quick and a nice mid-week refresher Denzil, general/intermediate - complicated combos, but works you good! you must be up on your technique to handle this class Keith, intermediate - suuuper slow, super easy combos, he talks way too much and thinks the world of himself Susan, general/intermediate - medium pace, good combos, very classical, but most expensive...and don't know why.. :( read more

FAME! I'm gonna live foreeverrrr . . . I'm going to be honest. I visited the Pineapple Studio because, desperate to make friends in Central London and having relatively no avenues down which to walk for socialisation, I thought taking some beginners dance classes might have me brushing shoulders with a few interesting characters. However, being the coward that I am and not wanting to make a fool of myself on my first visit, I opted to try out the studio for a yoga class, as I would feel much more in my element this way. This perhaps was the wrong decision, as the yoga class I attended was during the day and, therefore, the studio's clientèle was made up of 'students' there to take intermediate to professional-level dance classes at the same time. This left me feeling particularly out of my element as I awkwardly made my way up two flights of stairs with my yoga mat to studio 12 whilst passing late-teenage dancers with bristling demeanors. The class itself was all right. But I definitely wouldn't return to the studio for yoga when there are many other options nearby at studios devoted solely to the practice so that classes wouldn't be interrupted by someone hammering away on a piano at the studio next door with students practising ballet. When I emerged from the class and made my way down to the exit, the ground floor was filled with what I can only describe as prima donnas, and the entry stoop, with a hoard of students puffing away on cigarette breaks (surely smoking can't be good for athletes . . .). I'm sure the studio undoubtedly has a different vibe in the evenings, when classes geared toward adult beginners (ie, a non-professional/non-competitive crowd) take place, but I don't know if I can be bothered to return, as the membership fee on top of the class fees is a bit steep. I won't rule it out, though. read more

Brunch in Covent Garden and Nicky's 11:30 a.m. Street Jazz class is a great start to a Saturday morning. Her warm up kicks your arse - seriously, after taking her class regularly for a year I had ABS - and her routines are always energetic, fun, and to an upbeat song currently in the music charts. It's a bit of a scene, but if you embrace it and go with it rather than try to resist, you'll be far better off. Tips for newbies: you will SWEAT if not from exertion, from the sheer # of peeps in the room so dress accordingly. Stand near the front even though you may find it HUMILIATING cuz you'll never learn if you can't see Nicky's teaching. And if you turn left instead of right, laugh it off and COME BACK. read more

This is the most famous drop in dance studio in London and indeed the variety of the classes offered is impressive. The place is the reconversion of an old pineapple warehouse and has a lot of studios located on various floors. The changing rooms are in the basement and they are quite nice. However, there is nothing glamourous, it is very basic and the lack of air conditioning makes you feel part of "Fame". Since I decided to give another go at ballet after giving up when I was 10, I escaped the office and came here on a weeknight to attend a beg / elem ballet class. The good parts of the class: started at 8pm so even busy Cityworkers like me could arrive on time, there was a real pianist (which i thought only happened in the movies) and the teacher was fun. However, I discovered in due course that the class was more elementary level than for (absolute) beginners, so it was quite hard to follow for me and the other few people at their first (or second) attempt to dance. Also, the class was quite crowded and the studio became soon quite warm. If they had specified it in their website (or at the door) I would have given 5 stars...no maybe I would have given 1/2 star more, to get to 5 you need airconditioning :) read more

Came here for a hen do to be taught the Single Ladies Dance. It was brilliant! A friend of mine arranged everything and found us a great dance teacher Briony Albert (google her she's amazing!), who not only taught us the dance (simplified as the standard was a little low) but she also made the dance focus on the bride to be. We had so much fun. I would love to come again but maybe not in my 80's flashdance outfit. Was heartbroken Louis wasn't at reception when we arrived, secretly hoped he'd join our class. Did however meet Agent Orange who was sporting a gold lame leotard. read more

I had 0 expectations coming in, which might be why I was so impressed. I haven't done a dance class...well, ever, unless you count the Toronto District School Board's Bollywood class with lots of middle aged and older women who seriously lack rhythm and the ability to learn choreography. And even then, I missed half the classes because of work. So I was channeling my inner musical theatre performer (10. years. ago.), searched my apartment for my dance slippers (found 1, 1 still on the loose), and focussed on the word "beginner" when a girlfriend of mine suggested we check out a Monday night jazz class. The studio has been described at length by others so I won't bother to get into it. I do appreciate that, although there are no lockers for students, there is plenty of space in the studios for you to bring your bags in (which is what everyone does). I was there early so I grabbed a tea at the cafe. It's cute, convenient, and has lots of tempting treats that I managed to avoid. Unfortunately, it closed before the end of my class so I couldn't grab a drink on the way out. On the recommendation of the very helpful front desk staff (3 dudes in that tiny corner at once all serving people...love when people are good at their jobs!), we beginners headed to Mark James's 7 pm Street Jazz class. The class was HARD. There was no time really to catch up if you missed a combination, which meant I was stumbling around like a fool. The 6 pm class before it had the same routine so people who stayed from the first to the second were kicking our asses. Which was fine because I could follow their lead to get back into the routine when I (frequently) stumbled off course. Despite being the worst dancer in the class, I would definitely return! It's cheaper than yoga, a great workout, and a lot of fun. And, frankly, I am determined to improve and learn a full routine in one class. Maybe next time I'll try an Absolute Beginner level class... read more

I can't comment on the dance classes or studios but the shop has clothes that look nice and a lot of my friends like it! read more

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So much variety, so little time - I have never seen this many different types of dance classes before, let alone in one place! I've loved all the classes I've tried and the teachers are friendly and approachable. My only qualm is that Pineapple doesn't quite live up to the glamour that I've always associated to it. Yes, there are loads of dance studios and lots of space to express yourself and be creative. And yes, there is a little cafe if you want to get something to eat or drink. However, it does feel a little tired - the showers don't always work, occasionally the speakers or air conditioning don't work. And you have to remember it's not a gym (so don't expect any little extras...). That said, you get to DANCE and that's the main thing! read more

Perfect place to dance, dance, dancewhatever you are looking for, it doesn't matter which style, you'll definitely find it here! It is always the first place to go when I'm in London! Just love this place! read more

I know that Pineapple is a famous dance studio and I do love to dance, but for me I go to Pineapple for the Salsa! Every Monday, my boyfriend and I dust off our dancing shoes and learn salsa. For 7 quid it's a lot of fun and a great 75 minute work out. Thus far we've been going for 3 weeks, we are getting better and before long we'll be tearing it up on the dance floor at Salsa Clubs around the city. The class is every Monday's and starts about 8:15, so that's plenty of time to leave work, grab a bit and get to dancing! read more

I put on my dancing shoes and I danced and danced and danced like there is no tomorrow. If you opt for 'daily membership' You don't need to worry about signing any forms, you just pay 'daily membership' at reception. Issue with changing room still the same...so went home sweating. Power shower time! read more

Rudeye's fusion funk classes are the epitome of cool. His style is a mix of cutting edge hip hop, jazz, locking, popping and breakdance. The pace of the class is fast, and the dress style is bright street gear. Break out your baseball cap, tracksuits and wrist bands Think Street dancers and you'll be on the right track. Think dance videos and you'll be on the money. What is great about Rudeye's classes is that he runs a dance company to. If you impress in class he may just single you out to audition for his troupe. He has several teachers under him, all of whom are stunning dancers who each bring a different flavour to the classes read more

For adults who long to dance and keep fit but whose timetables make this near impossible, Pineapple Dance Studio is the perfect solution. There are masses of classes going on throughout the day and evening to suit all styles and abilities. It works on a drop in basis, you pay an entry fee and then individually for each session you attend that day. Centrally located in Covent Garden makes it perfect for when you might get a free moment in the day or on the way home form work. Classes are quite fast paced with people there to dance rather than stand around and socialise. This is the ideal place to go and burn off the day and leaves you feeling totally empowered and strangely energised. read more

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I went there for old time's sake; While I was at university, I did a number of random jobs, one of which was being a club dancer (no - not that sort, you dirty minded person!). It involved wearing lots of white, hats and feather boas, predictably. The ideal pastime for students that want to be social but don't necessarily want to pay for the privilege. Being an iconic venue, reminiscent of Fame and that dance scene in one of the Harry Potter films, Pineapple is bustling with all sorts of folk, testament to the founder Debbie Moore's vision of having a dance studio that is open to people of all levels of ability. I'm pretty sure that this place offers the widest range of classes I've seen in London, tailored to various levels (although I always found the highly choreographed Street Jazz classes bewildering) and you can do literally anything there, from classical ballet, break-dancing (which I had to stop, because the only thing I was going to break was my unbelievably weak wrists) to Brazilian Samba. I personally find that the attendees veer towards the under 25s and the 'I want to be on Pop Idol' brigade; but if that doesn't offend your sensibilities too much I'm sure you'll enjoy the atmosphere nonetheless. read more

I love the drop in set up of Pineapple. Teachers are great and there is a huge range of different types and levels of classes to choose from. The complaint I have is that the place needs a face lift. For a world famous dance studio the facilities were not what I was expecting. Ventilation in some rooms isn't great and the womens changing rooms aren't the greatest (to be polite). read more

If you are an experienced dancer or a total beginner Pineapple Dance Studios is a great place to go for commitment-free, value for money classes. They teach everything from ballet, tap and contemporary to Michael Jackson, locking, commercial and street. The teachers are all really cool, patient and enthusiastic and you always end up with a great little routine by the end of your class. Day membership is £4 and each class is never more than £5 so a great deal all in all! read more

The world famous Pineapple dance studio, situated right by Covent Garden, is a brilliant place for anyone who fancies themselves to be a bit of a mover. Fortunately, the vast range of classes mean that even those with two left feet should be able to find a class, whether it's a funky street jazz class or more traditional but no less demanding ballroom class. Pricewise, for those living in London it's worth investing in membership, with discounts for Equity members, though it's possible to get a day pass if you just happen to passing through. Please note, though, that that only covers entrance and you will have to pay the instructor of your class in addition with most classes priced around £5/6 depending on duration and level. Though there is a café it's recommended to take water and a towel as you will work up a sweat. There are shower facilities, though the changing rooms are quite bad, to be honest, but they do the job and it's certainly better than travelling home all red-faced and sweaty. read more

I don't know how this idea came into my head but once it did it took root immediately: I want to be a breakdancer! So last week, as soon as classes started again for the new year, I showed up at Pineapple Dance Studios. I was ten minutes early but as I stepped into the assigned room there were already a handful of people there, all breakdancing away and doing the wildest of moves, spinning on their head and what not. I was feeling somewhat intimidated to say the least, but I also thought to myself, wow, I want to be one of those people! Three classes later, aside from being in a lot of pain and almost unable to walk, I am as enthusiastic as ever and full of praise both for Pineapple Dance Studios and the Foundations Cru who run the classes. Breakdancing is so much fun you wouldn't believe it! And it'll make you incredibly fit, with abs and arm muscles to die for. It's difficult and challenging and the teachers push you really hard, but that means that if you're really dedicated you can learn a lot in a short space of time. Another great thing about these classes is that really experienced breakdancers show up too to practise, so you get to see a lot of excellent breaking. Breakdancing=AWESOME. Fact. read more

Pineapple studios has to be the most heard of dance studios in London and rightly so, it has hundreds of classes all day everyday with levels to suit everyone. Classes are varied and you can train in practically every dance/dance fusion class possible!! Entry for a day membership is 4 pounds which gives you access all day and then class fees are around 5 pounds! You can do as many as you have the energy for! read more

The best Dance studios to go for classes and definitely the best place to teach too. I teach Latin jAzz there on Fridays and I just love the people. You would think, just because it is a world famouse dance studio and you see celebrities taking classes, rehearsing, auditions taking place for TV, West End shows- you would be surrounded by big egoes!!! That is absolutely not the case! People are amazing, they have such lovely team working there and you feel like at home as soon as you walk in! No wonder why Pineapple is the best place to be! read more

The person from New York rating the ballet class sounds a bit suspect to me. She says the owner was meant to teach the basic ballet class. This is quite funny as the owner does not teach dance classes so this was quite a great made up bit of fake news. Of course some classes may vary, but most of them are great and there are so many classes that if you don't like one class simply change to another. read more

Pineapple Studios is the place to go for a drop-in class. Whether you're a professional dancer looking to stay limber on holiday or a beginner looking to try something new, there is sure to be a class for you. Classes range from ballet to lindy-hop, including some obscure styles such as Egyptian, Samba, Bhagra grooves and Aahehop. During the day, there is a £2 door charge and after 4 this rate ups to £4 (this fee only applies to non-members.) Classes are generally £6 for1 hour and £7 for 1.5 hours. Pineapple is my studio of choice in London; it holds numerous auditions, has a handy little café and the studios are big enough to handle the large class numbers. I admit to not having tried the obscure styles previously mentioned but Tory's contemporary ballet and Linda's jazz classes are my personal favourites. Like any other space for physical activity, the studios end up humid and sweaty smelling by the end of each class but the endorphins pumping through your veins make up for any unwelcome odours. The change rooms tend to be noisy and packed but the showers are always clean and there are plenty of mirrors and hairdryers to get yourself ready for the outside world. read more

Went here for a Bollywood dance class. It is not the most fancy of places but the vibe there is pure dancing. From beginners to advance in any style, there is something for everyone there. read more

Egos ricochet off the studio walls like a steel ball in a pinball machine; haphazardly and at full throttle...duck to detour its slicing trajectory and focus on the game. (This is most prevalent in the girl's dressing room, but, sharing the goldmine of soundbites pouring out of the plethora of pinked pouts seems crass. Plus, isn't that what the TV show is for?) I'm focusing on the talent, not the claimers thereof. If you're bragging about your talent, you don't have any. I don't care what type of dancer you are, you will find a high caliber of teachers and facilities at Pineapple. It is the instruction, facilities and your peers which qualify the class. Your teacher does not look like a crusty has- been. Teachers are polished, popular and punctual. Complex, intense, but flowing classes. Front desk is efficient and kind. On time. Classes are brimming with talent. Convenient in Covent Garden. All ages range in your class, but, at the very least, a large proportion are bona fide dancers making a living by the profession or terribly good at it. Dancers are intensely focused, but not uptight. Most everyone is there for the same reason: to excel and improve at their craft. The few that treat it like Fashion Week's catwalk, wandering down the hall aimlessly self-absorbed, are probably legitimately looking for Britain's Next Top Model casting call as Pineapple houses many auditions for various entertainment industry projects. (TV show castings, music video castings, cruise line castings, photo shoot castings, etc.). But, for the most part, the commercial enterprise that is Pineapple is admirable, save for the foundation of creativity upon which it rests... to elaborate, Pineapple has a mild air of Peacocking its profitable success (Sky1 show, clothing line), without necessarily noticeably injecting said profit in to improving the facilities... My biggest gripe is that the dressing rooms need a damn intervention. Mildly prison-like. It would not hurt to kill the fluorescent light interrogation-room-like aura afforded by the outdated everything. Replace it all. It does not need to be a high-rated spa down there, but, an improvement is not an impossible feat. Plus, Pineapple's merchandise store alone manages to take up an entire storefront just half a block down in proper downtown London, perhaps the money for that real estate could fund some facelifts at the studios? Redo the floors in the studios? Better central air and cooling? Toilets that flush everytime? Bottom line: there's a spotlight for everyone at Pineapple, trying to outshine everyone else's however requires a severe degree of internal passion which no amount of lip gloss or rehearsals can replicate. And that is why Pineapple, in all its glory, is so sublime, it can cater to whatever you've got, (or think you've got) and it does so with splendid success. read more

I've been attending classes at Pineapple Dance Studios for about a year now. I mainly go for their drop-in classes on a Monday when I have my day off work. If you're not a member, entry is £2 on weekdays before 5pm and then £4 after (£4 all day on saturdays) which is pretty good if you intend to do a few classes on that same day. I usually attend the intermediate ballet class by Denzil Bailey on Monday mornings, which is really fun! I did ballet for most of my childhood and teenage years, but then stopped for a few years when I started university. It was a bit hard at the beginning when I started classes at Pineapple last year, but the class is relaxed and fun, but as you attend the classes more regularly you will eventually get used to it and learn to enjoy it more! The jazz class by Lukas on Monday is amazing as well! but more suited towards advanced levelled dancers. I found it really hard and challenging in the beginning, but it gets easier and more fun the more you push yourself :) I enjoy most of the jazz classes at Pineapple, I've tried some classes by Linda and Karen (covered by Ellen the last time I attended) which are also fun. Class prices average about 7-8 pounds and last between 1-1.5 hours depending on which classes you attend. They have a changing room with toilet and shower facilities, which is pretty useful and convenient. And a water fountain downstairs. The closest station is Covent Garden station, or Leicester Square which is just a few minutes further away. Great for those who love to dance and like to try a variety of different dances, suited to different levels and abilities. read more

an amazing place over all! It really does have that school like atmosphere as many other reviewers said. After attending for 6 months and now being back home in San Francisco I can say there is no place like it where I'm from. The level of dancers you immerse yourself with only encourage you to push yourself harder, not to mention the highly talented, trained, and professional instructors you work with. But that being said to really get the best experience for your training, to get to the next level, to really build your technique and body you really have to stumble upon the right classes here, which are actually like diamonds in the rough for this studio with so many to choose from. So many of these classes are spend 45 min to an hour warming up and then the next 45min learning a dance. While that is fine if you just want to go dance and pick up new types of styles and choreography as a dancer, explore what you can do, it really doesn't give you the time and opportunity to train your body. The classes I took and will recommend highly for intermediate/ advanced dancers deliver just that! I took other classes but these ones really stood out! Milo Miles intermediate/advanced Jazz Ballet Fusion class Rolfe Klement Advanced/ professional Lyrical Jazz class. Both of these classes are considerably small so you def get the focus and help when you need it through out the class from the instructors. Miles class has you work constantly through lengthening your muscles and your strength. You build them up gradually together so when you achieve the flexibility to hit the splits you have the strength to match it in the air allowing you to keep a full extension during a jete. He has you constantly working on your illusions, panches, lay outs, beats, leaps ect... by consistently having his students go across the floor, work on cardio, dance through an adage and changing up combos. It is what you would call a REAL CLASS! few adult dance classes actually grasp this concept. Rolfes Warm up in my opinion strengthens your core balance and the strengthens your legs and feet. What dancer doesn't need that, at any level. He does spend a good chunk of his class going over advanced lyrical choreo but since its a 2 in a half hour class you get the time to properly warm up and work on your body. Everything I said about Mile's class goes with Rolfes as well. Rolfe, as well as MIles, really break down the across the floor routines making sure you have the right technique and ATTITUDE in the combos. His Choreography through the class is fun and enduring. He really trains your body to tollerate the demand of energy his dances require in the long hour of the class. He does a lot of floor work so I recommend that to advanced dancers who want to immerse themselves in that style. In both their choreography I found they fuse counts with musical q's, it can go from slow to fast in a second and then back to slow in an uncertain pattern so you really have to force your mind and body to really go with the flow of the song/ style and rely not only on the counts. These classes are great and when taking both of them twice a week you're getting ten hours a week of work and growth in your technique as a dancer. Def worth a check for intermediate/ advanced dancers who know what they need to work on, keep up technique, and get to the next level. Both these instructors are kind, fun, serious when they need to be, and very encouraging. DISCLAIMER: THESE CLASSES ARE NOT FOR BEGINNERS, IF YOU HAVNT FIGURED THAT OUT ALREADY! :) read more

I have recently started going to Pineapple dance studios as it is very close to my place of work. Initially I wasn't sure what to expect as they do drop in classes and have a massive variety of classes to choose from. I am currently doing the Zumba class led by Sev and I have to say I Love It. The first time seems a bit daunting but don't worry at all as everyone is so friendly. You will get hooked after the first time and will only want to take more and more classes. If you're thinking of coming for a class I'd say do it. prices are very reasonable and if you take more classes a week you can get signed up with them which saves you money in the long run. if you just want once a week that is fine as well as per time you'll pay about £4 to enter and another £6 to £10 for the class. Have a look on their website on the types of classes, times and different dance levels. (if you are a beginner or expert, they will have a class to your level) It's worth it. read more

Pineapple dance studio is one of the only studios I have been to in London and it is very fun. The only reason why it doesn't have that additional star is due to the fact that its hard to get to some of the good classes or advanced classes at a convenient time and it's a bit on the pricey side. Other than that the choreography is amazing for every teacher i have had and everything is awesome. If you're looking for a good studio Pineapple is where it's at :] read more

Location is great and the studios are all pretty nice but why is the membership fee so expensive?! It's hard to keep up every year, so I've opted to go elsewhere. read more

Just came for the first time here today. I am a teenager and have never danced seriously before (I mean never) and so was very nervous about coming here. Having come out of my first class today I can say to everyone, this place caters for beginners and casual people amazingly too! I came alone, and knowing no one here. But the vibe off people is just so nice, and the teacher I had (only class I've had so far) Calvin is funny and friendly whilst also clear and an excellent teacher. If you worry about being stiff when dancing or not be good enough, I WAS IN YOUR POSITION! There are a massive range of people in the class (I mean by that a massive range of ages and genders) and everyone is roughly on the same level. Within 5 minutes we were all having fun and learning together. Don't be worried to talk to people either, people are all here to learn to dance so people are all welcoming and friendly (as I found out today). Anyway, my point is just enter a class, it may seem terrifying when you first decide too but trust me you'll be loving it within 5 minutes. I literally just wanted to post this to write this review, thank you Pineapple! If you ever need to chat with someone who is also new here (ie me), feel free to ask questions in the comments. read more

I discovered this out-of-the-way shop when I took up dance classes at Pineapple. Their store stocks fantastically stylish and comfortable activewear mostly aimed at those who want to look kinda cool at the same time though. I bought a tshirt in there that I'm now in love with, and my friend bought a hoodie she wears constantly. The prices are surprisingly reasonable too. Definitely worth a look although try and take some dance classes too, it's amazing how much fun you'll have! They have everything from hip-hop funk, to burlesque, to tap!! You can go for a one-off class and see if you like it. There are people at all levels, so don't be shy! read more

Great place to go if you want to dance dance dance!!!!!There are all the dancing styles you could ever think of-Tap,modern,jazz,hip-hop and even pole dancing.I love it i go about 4 times a week and its so satisfying to know that you have just had a class by some of Englands top choreographers. There are so many classes and you don't have to be able to kick your leg up so high that it hits you in the head just as long as you are prepared to work hard and to sweat alot.It has such a lovely lttle canteen as well which sells all healthy foods and it also has great showering facilities so you just feel great for the rest of the day.It is quite expensive but honestly worth it! read more

Lets start with the not so good first..The staff on reception are terrible. They would rather be chatting about celeb gossip, painting nails or anything other than polite, good all fashion customer service. I take Salsa on a regular basis and the prices have now changed. The Wednesday class its now £10 each for 2 hours or £7 for just one. You also now have an additional membership charge of £4 per person. So for 2 people for 2 hours is £28...You can of course sign up for membership but if you only go once a week then its still cheaper to pay on the door (unless you sign for a year) The club badly needs to deal with its air con system, its hot...DAM hot..Think dripping wet and melting by end of 2 hours. The changing rooms, well they just face lifted the mens, just a face life though, for a club of this size with so many people it needs to spend some cash and fast. I hear the ladies is not much better, worse in truth.. The good!! The classes are superb, I love learning to dance and the guys and girls that run the classes are great and deal with people with varying skill levels. I highly recommended..It becomes a passion.. So in summary, GREAT classes (loving the salsa), staff need to take the stick out the xxxx'x and remember what they are being paid for though.. AND PLEASE sort out the air con and clean the changing rooms more often!! read more

I did some filming in one of the basement studios, and the facilities weren't bad. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the room itself was fine (although the low ceiling made it hard to light - my issue, not theirs). The only real problem I had was the noise from the studio above. If I were filming in a dance studio again I would make sure that the shoot happened out-of-hours so that I wouldn't pick up so much noise. read more

Pineapple studios is the big daddy of London dancing. It is internationally renowned, and has the teaching talent (and students) to prove it. Dancers - professional and amateur alike - from all over the world flock here at all times of the year to experience the creme de la creme of what London has to offer, and to gain some new moves, ideas and passion. It is unmissable with it's pink neon Pineapple sign, although if you do miss that there is always the Pineapple dance store next door or the throng of those dressed funkier than your average Londoner heading to the studios for a work out. Numerous auditions take place here every week and sometimes you can see lines winding around the block of hopeful dancers waiting for their turn to shine. The studios are nice and big although they consistantly fill to capacity. There are 4 floors of studios and a wide variety of classes on offer to suit anyone's needs. Don't forget to check out the notice board for up coming auditions! read more

Pineapple Dance Studies - everyone's heard of it, but does it live up to expectations? Wanting to return to my days of of dance I picked up a leaflet the other week and was surprised to find the number and variety of classes they have on offer, with such ranging abilities. After spending a long time browsing my oppurtunities I settled for a salsa merengue class. My only concern was that it described the class as beginner/elementary - beginner I am, elementary I am not. So, I turned up last week for my first class, slightly nervous but was welcomed by the lovely staff at the reception and was pointed in the direction of the changing rooms. The studios are arranged in an almost rabbit warren manner - making it feel a bit less intimidating. However when reaching the changing rooms I was very surprised to find the facilities in such a run down state; looks like it could do with a good make over to be honest (and this is what gave it the 4/5 star rating I awarded!). Arriving in the studio for salsa I was welcomed very warmly by a very happy chappy - who I quickly discovered to be one of the 4 teachers taking the well led class. It was him who took the class payment. The payment system works in two parts, firstly you have to have a membership: be it daily; weekly; montly or yearly (for now I'm sticking to the £4 daily until I feel adventerous enough to try another class). Secondly you pay the tutor taking the class in the studio. Ok, so now the most important bit - the standard of the class. My worries that the class may be too hard for me quickly vanished when realising the varying standards of the other students - yes there were those who looked like they could be dance teachers themselves and then there were those who were very much beginners - just like myself. The tutors are fabulously talented, both in their dancing and teaching abilities. The class was extremely well structured and their diferentiation allowed for teaching across the ability spectrum of the students and I felt I made clear, measurable progression from the start to the end of the class. Seriously looking forward to my next salsa session and highly recommended! read more

As I dancer a am love to go to many dance classes and esp Pineapple!! It is a very famous studio and of course had its our clothing range. Here you can take many different dance classes such as, ballet, jazz, tap, singing and they are all fantastic and all different levels. I love going here not just for the classes but all the atmosphere and generally buzz in the air!! It is also a fantastic place to meet people who share the same interests as you and also good contacts as regards to jobs! read more