This is the worst tango experience you can have in the area. That includes lessons and milongas…read more First, the female "host" treats dancers with disrespect. She does not encourage students during lessons, but rather insults and embarrasses them with demeaning comments. Multiple students have complained about this treatment. There's an overall unfriendly atmosphere during milongas and lessons, especially if you are a newcomer. Also, the lessons and milongas are extremely expensive. You can have a much better experience at other places in the area and not have to spend so much money. There's too much emphasis on "business" and profit-making as opposed to creating a friendly, welcoming environment for dancers.

I love tango and I dance at almost all milongas in town. I went to this Milonga yesterday for the…read morefirst time, and the hosts Hernan and Anita , never greet me or acknowledge my presence. It wasn't a good sign when Anita who was walking in front of me, let the door close in my face and didn't even say Hi. Inside was nice and clean, music good, but not a friendly atmosphere. The other dancers knew each other and were not interested in dancing with new faces (me). It was more like a private party, I felt very uncomfortable, like I was intruding. I left after one hour and dance only one tango with a newcomer like myself. Unfortunately my experience was not good. I will never go back. Definitely not an Argentinean flavor in my view.

My daughter has been dancing here for 8 years. She loves it and has made some lifelong friends. I…read morerecommend them for your dancing needs.

My girls have been going to this studio for three years and love it! I would recommend any of the…read moreclasses.

The studio is a great place for challenging and fun adult jazz, lyrical and hip hop. Leslie excels…read moreat working with students at different levels in the same class. I've recently been taking a lyrical class that combines balletic and contemporary movements. Each class, we spend time working on like turns, leaps and ballet steps that are the foundation of lyrical dance. She also teaches a whole routine throughout the term by building on the choreography each week.

Leslie has a great energy in her studio. She has been teaching my 6 yo daughter and she is really…read moreenjoying her classes. I see Leslie teaching great technique mixed with fun. She keeps the kids movin' and groovin' through her whole class. I have been attending her Stretch and Tone classes as well...she has a great knowledge of Pilates and dance techniques that greatly enhances this class.

My wife and I aren't exactly dancers -- three and a half left feet between us! But decided it would…read morebe fun to give lessons a whirl. We've been to three so far -- two individual and one group. Judit is a patient instructor, and we're moving along a little better than I'd expected. The only negative is that my wife has unexpectedly taken a shine to swing dancing, and it's clear that I'm going to have to try to keep up with her. But Judit swears she has it under control. Maybe I'll provide an update in a few weeks! The studio is inviting and relaxed. Our kids are welcome, and they just sort of hang out in the corner and eat the snacks that are provided. Prices seem reasonable, and she's been accomodating about scheduling the individual lessons at times that work for us. We'll give it a week or two more, then try one of the dance party practice sessions. Wish us luck!

I've been taking classes here for almost 4 months now and I've learned so much. I couldn't dance…read morefor the life of me when I started. ZyriaB and Judit both said if I could walk I could dance and to my disbelief they were right. I'm gained a ton of confidence on the dance floor and discovered that I really love dancing. You've got to come by and try a class. So much fun!

Three-floored community with a variety of dance classes. Came here on a Saturday for an impromptu…read moreSamba dance class at 1:30pm. It's just one stop away on the red line from Harvard, so it's a convenient option for students. It's $15 for the samba class, but they'll take cash and credit card. There's a Santander right across the street if you need an ATM, since some of the classes are cash only. Note for Bank of America cardholders, there is a $3 ATM fee. There is a gender neutral bathroom available The 1:30-3pm Samba class was super fun. It was my first time doing Samba, but the teacher was super energetic and there are plenty of other beginners so you don't have to feel awkward. You can put your stuff on the right hand side along the wall, and there's plenty of mirror space so you can watch yourself shake it. There were people of all ages and it was good vibes all around. It started with a warm up and then payment, and then the actual Samba class. There was even a live band that played while we danced. At the end, there was a dance circle and everyone left sweaty but happy. The dance center overall is a cool spot and you can try out a number of different dance styles and classes no matter what age you are. I noticed on the bulletin board they have kid classes as well.

My main complaint about this studio is that they don't have air conditioning, so taking class…read moreduring the summer when Boston temperatures are in the 80s and 90s can be extremely unpleasant and tower fans are just not sufficient. It can be uncomfortable just to be standing in that kind of weather, let alone doing cardio for an hour plus. Honestly, this seems irresponsible to me, and I'm confused by the fact that they don't seem to be concerned about heat stroke. There are definitely days when the only reason I don't go to class is because there's no AC. I also wish they had contemporary classes (they have one "contemporary modern" once a week, which is not the same as contemporary).

Rachele and Dance Haven Fit Crew is one of the best places to work out, especially in times like…read moretoday. The studio offers every possible type of class you'd be interested in and always leave me feeling sore, but strong! I love that the classes are in studio and virtual, so there really isn't any excuse for me to skip. Rachele has been my favorite trainer to date because of how much she uplifts her community and her passion for teaching makes me want to keep coming back. What I also appreciate is how her classes are for all fitness levels, all ages, etc. Not to mention, her music is so fun! Definitely give this fitness studio a try. It's easy to support local when her prices are incredibly competitive and high quality.

This is a great neighboorhood studio for dance, but Rachele now offers yoga, HIIT classes, sculpt,…read moreand barre group classes. For those who are missing the offerings of CorePowerYoga in Medford you need to get to the Dance Haven! Rachele is offering the same type of quality group classes with great music for a fraction of the price in a COVID safe environment. We all need more community and great exercise right now.

When I was younger, I took ballet, pointe, modern and jazz extensively in the New Haven area, but…read moretook a hiatus during college. Feeling the desire to move beyond the monotony of the gym, I returned to ballet, starting with the adult classes at Fresh Pond Ballet 2 years ago. Nina Alonso Hathaway is a wonderful teacher. She presents clear, no pressure instruction while helping her students to improve their skills. I've had many teachers who believe the path to becoming a better ballerina involves insults and physical torment, and Nina is about as far from that camp of teaching as possible. She works with Blake Barich as well, who teaches with her, and Blake maintains a similar philosophy to teaching as Nina does. Her studio is affordable and a good choice for adults with hectic lives, as instead of a semester fee, she offers a 10-class card for $105 dollars. If you need to miss a class, you are not going to lose on your investment. Adults of all levels join her adult beginner classes, and students who have had training in the past are welcomed to dance with her advanced students (and even invited to take part in their annual ballet production at Pine Manor College).

There is something not quite right about Fresh Pond Ballet…read more Fresh Pond Ballet is past its prime. I learned the hard way and don't recommend sending a youngster to classes w Nina. I have 2 daughters and both have taken classes at FPB and other schools and the contrast is dramatically different. First of all, the place is a disaster. Having a lifelong relationship with dance - I have always taken lessons and belonged to gyms. I am an athlete, not a princess, so I don't need my workout space to look like a spa. But this "school" is a joke. There is no place to change, you have to step over strollers and parents changing diapers in some weird hallway, and I always feel like I am in the way or somehow in the wrong while trying to get my daughter ready for her class. I asked Nina if the bathroom had any more paper towels one time and she snapped at me with too much detail about her landlord not doing something or another and how it wasn't her responsibility to potty train children! I was astounded. Which brings me to Nina. My girls started classes with Nina last year. They were so excited to take dance lessons and learn how to dance like ballerinas! But Nina's critical nature and short temper soon took the wind out of my daughters' sails. Like I said, I've taken dance classes off and on for my whole life and have an understanding and appreciation for the discipline and hard work it takes to become good at dance or any of the performing arts. But Nina seemed more focused on keeping her students well behaved than well trained. My oldest daughter never asked to quit (even though 2 of her friends did) and went to every class, but I could see her mood change and as we would get closer to the class. She would set her jaw like she had to endure the class. It was stressful. My younger daughter's class was completely disorganized. Beginner classes always have a variety of levels but my daughter's skill actually got worse in Nina's class. The girls went to a different (not to be named) school this year and have blossomed. The school welcomes parents w a pleasant environment and they don't harass us with rules about where to sit and how to stand and when to pay. They have parking for cars and strollers and the teachers can focus on teaching the art of ballet. The teachers are firm but kind and my daughters have re-discovered their love of dance. Reading the previous reviewer's post about how the school really worked for her as an older returning student makes a lot of sense. I think that the teachers at FPB just don't have the energy for teaching to youngsters any more.

5-Stars... Cheryl and team do an amazing job with their students. Having watched my children…read moretransform into Ballerinas the last several years has been nothing less than inspirational! Highly recommend this School for anyone looking to "Dance like nobody is watching". Keep up the great work CASSOD!!!

Fabulous dance studio. Cheryl is amazing, her staff is fantastic. It's a high quality dance studio…read morewith expert teaching, but there is no pressure on the girls. It is all about having fun and feeling good. We love it

My 5 year old daughter went here for ballet/tap combo class. She attended for a year and a half…read more The instructors are good, they teach well. But my daughter actually decided to quit in the middle of her second year because she got bored and wanted to try something else. She now wants to start again, but I will NOT be sending her back to CSDS. The recital is great. Very entertaining. But they're business practices need some work. First off all, the recital tickets are bought on a first come first serve basis. They appoint a time and everyone has to go to the studio at that time and only that time. I had to actually work on the day and time that they had specified, so I asked if I could drop off a check at an earlier time. The director said no, that it wouldn't be fair. So I had to send my mother to the studio for me at the alloted time at 2pm. I came to find out that there was a class in the morning on the same day and that the parents had already bought their tickets that morning and all the good seating was already gone. Is that fair? She says no to me but says yes to others! I don't care if it's only a couple of hours before the allotted time, it's still ahead of time! Secondly, I spent $30 on a dvd of the recital that skipped. I couldn't even watch my daughter's dance. I was told I could get a replacement. I never got it, after muliple emails and speaking to the instructor. Lastly, my daughter's costume was paid in full ($60) before she decided to quit last year. I was told I could pick up her costume when they came in. I called them multiple times to find out if the costume was in. I never spoke to any one. I left messages and got no return phone call. So in the end they took $90 (dvd and costume) and I have nothing to show for it. Not even a phone call. This studio has dance teams that compete, and if you're not on the dance team, they really don't care about you. Their customer service skills are the worst. We'll be going back to Chery's School of Dance in Melrose!

My daughter is wrapping up her 9th year dancing at CSDS, and she LOVES it. The confidence,…read morefriendships, and the feeling of being part of a team ithat has given her is truly priceless.

After meeting a friend at a cafe next door I could not help but to want to bring my classes there…read moreand now we're having weekly South African Street Dance classes. Lovely studio facility and great people also not forgetting free parking is a plus !

Professional level dance instructions for all ages. The staff is professional, organized, ans…read moresupportive.