Balance Studio looks at first like a regular house. It holds a lot of interesting things inside,…read morelike massage and acupuncture, but my favorite part is that they hold Nia classes in the upstairs dance studio. You may not have heard of Nia -- it's a combination of dance arts, martial arts and healing arts done to interesting music. It's great for all ages, body types and fitness levels and it helps with mood and energy as well as strength, cardio and all that stuff. Learn more about Nia at www.nianow.com. The studio floor is the only thing that keeps this from being a 5 star review. It's more reminiscent of a basketball court than a dance floor, but it does the job.

I have danced at a lot of different studios around Seattle. I was frustrated because there weren't…read moremany in South Seattle, and it also isn't easy to find awesome classes. Not only is Studio 206 close to my home and in an iconic Seattle building (Old Rainier Brewery), the classes are so fun! There are so many talented and engaging instructors to match any flavor of dance you are looking for. Classes are accessible for first time dancers, and also satisfy those who like a little more choreo. The community at Studio 206 is also amazing. So many wonderful people who support each other and have a blast, while getting a great workout. If you have been looking for dance fitness and are just now discovering Studio 206, then be very excited. You're going to love it!

This is the greatest Dance studio in the history of the world. Nicole is amazing. She is a positive…read moreand fun and she makes us sweat!!!! She has created such a wonderful community of amazing people and I'm lucky to call all of them good friends. I don't know what I would do without these amazing people in my life. Plus, she has gotten the best people together to instruct other classes and there is truly something for everyone. Don't miss this studio!!!! It's literally what I look forward to. It's my therapy. If you hate the treadmill, give this a shot. You will love it!!!!!! On top See you there!

Thank you ClassPass, otherwise I would've never found BaDi. What an amazing experience! I love the…read moreenergy the instructors and the other class members have. You leave feeling accomplished after a thorough workout while dancing to great songs. I wasn't sure what to expect when I came here. It was a bit confusing trying to find the studio. When you enter from street level, you have to go downstairs towards the Underground Dance Studio. You can either dance barefoot or with shoes (wish they could make a rule about which one because my feet always get dirty). The class starts off with some warm up dances and then moves through different types of styles of dancing with each song change. You get to express yourself however you want to. You don't have to do every single move the same way and they encourage movement around the floor. Thankfully there are a bunch of fans around the room because by the 3rd song I'm always sweating. There are no official breaks so step off the dance floor and get water as necessary. Class ends with some stretching and warm cloths with some sort of essential oil. I can't wait til the next class!

I came across this place when I bought one of the 8-class package from one of those deal sites…read more(don't remember if it was AmazonLocal, Groupon or some other sites). I figured I would just try this place out since it was quite close to my home and it had good reviews. I was pleasantly surprised at how cheerful and upbeat all the instructors are (I tried Zumba/Hiphop and More than Dance classes and probably have been in classes with 5 different instructors (depending on the day/time you choose to go). What I can say is that all the instructors are have their own styles but are definitely wonderful and will keep you happily dancing. What I particularly like about this place is the christmas lighting and the setting that makes you not feel so self-conscious about what you are doing wrong or how terrible of a dancer you may think you are. I admit that I'm not a naturally good dancer and I have a good time everytime I go there. There are, of course, some people there who can dance like rock stars and look really cool when they dance. However, the instructors there are very encouraging and provide guidance what you can do as a beginner, intermediate or advanced dancers, so you can really just do things at your own level and not care so much about others. It definitely feels liberating to just be able to dance your own style, at your own pace/level, and nobody is judging you on how you look or how weird you dance :). After the package ran out, I ended up signing up for more classes and still go there whenever I find some free time.

Finally took an Open Ballet class on Saturday with Thomas at Whim W'Him. Now I'll have to cruise…read morethe schedule for other open adult classes. This is a great studio space -- go check it out.

Dance class was nice and learned some cool moves. We were in upstairs studio. I did a drop in class…read moreI located somehow on google. Great experience!

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.

I can't say enough good things about VAM. The way that they make a wide range of dance styles…read moreaccessible to all ages and skill levels in the community is unsurpassed! I like it so much I drive down from Snohomish on a regular basis to take class. I've been taking tap at VAM from Mark for 5 years now. He is extremely welcoming, and one of the nicest human beings you will meet! As a more advanced adult tap dancer, it can be hard to find a studio that can continue to challenge you. And challenge me Mark does! I am humbled to be able to take class from someone who trained under the masters, and really is a master himself! His historical knowledge of tap dance is priceless and I love hearing his stories. All these years later, Mark will still pull out steps/patterns I've never seen before. No two classes are the same! And most importantly he makes class fun and is extremely skilled at "teaching to the room", making sure everyone present is being challenged at their level. Proof of all of this can be seen in the vast array of adults who come to take tap dance here - all ages and skill levels! In true "drop-in" format as well, which is very conducive to adult schedules (no feeling like you'll be behind because you missed the previous week). Veronica and the rest of the staff are super kind as well. I've always felt welcome walking in the door. Their annual showcases are also very fun to be a part of. If you are unsure, definitely give VAM a try! I'm willing to bet they have a class/level for you.

Everyone at VAM Studios was helpful and courteous. Veronica's ballet 5/6 class was on point for the…read morelevel and challenging. Veronica was great at giving corrections and demonstrations. The studio floor appears to be sprung. However, the room is smaller than I would prefer for across the floor combinations. Overall a, lovely experience at a nice studio.

It's a slow paced option for older people. Music way too soft and all songs and dances I have never…read moreheard or tried. I won't be back but they have some regulars that love it. Not for fast paced sweat inducing workout

Just because I had free time this morning, I dropped in Ida's Zumba class in Greenwood. and I LOVED…read moreit!!! She has such a warm personality that makes everyone around her feel at ease. Her class is for all-level so anyone can jump in and enjoy the class. Another great thing about her class is other ladies in her class who are also very friendly and they asked me to come back soon.

Really fun dance classes - quite enjoyable and energizing.read more

Eshita (+ Rangeela) was my husband's Bollywood dance instructor for Seattle Dances 2024 - a…read morefundraising competition for a local non profit. She taught my husband who has beginner dance skills to be a tour de force at the competition within a couple of months. We loved her pure joy of teaching and her energy is incredible. The best part of the dance project was Eshita - she is so much fun to learn with. She is a skilled star performer with an epic smile! And if you have kids, as we do, your kids will fall in love with her fab, fun and super kind teaching style. - Think of Mary Poppins teaching you to dance.