The best instructors. It is so much fun and they are very patient with me. I highly recommend them…read moreto anyone who wants to learn salsa or Bachata and have a great time.

Amazing place to dance! Great instructors that are knowledgable in multiple types of Latin dance…read moreincluding bachata, kizomba, and both salsa on 1 and on 2. The studio is beautiful and the students are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend for both new students and those with experience.

I've been taking weekly private lessons for several months with Sid and he is phenomenal! He is so…read moregood at reading people's skills and he's a very thorough, patient instructor. I have danced with some of the other instructors there and they are all so talented. They have a great team, friendly environment and it's great exercise! I definitely recommend taking lessons at Empire Ballroom!

My wife and I have been going here for nearly two months now and have had a blast with our dance…read moreinstructor Logan and her team! We highly recommend checking it out! Check Groupon or even walk-ins for excellent introductory deals too! Makes for a wonderful date night for us younger professionals:)

The best things happen when you dance at Arthur Murray Dance Center Sarasota. Studio owners,…read moreJessica and Bryan have built something truly special here. Their passion and expertise create a safe and encouraging environment allowing dancers of all levels to let go, express themselves and feel truly alive on the floor. Their team of highly professional and incredibly talented instructors have nurtured my personal growth not only in technique but in confidence. It's the ultimate place to leave your stress at the door, find your rhythm, and join an amazing community of students and professionals.

What a beautiful studio! It's big and bright with a beautiful view in the back of the space. The…read moreteachers were exceptional at helping me learn the salsa. I was expecting not much from myself with two left feet but within my first lesson I was able to dance to an entire song with a few different moves. I signed up for their 10 lesson package. Easily worth every cent because of the quality of instruction and their professionalism. You can feel the love for dancing here. Thank you!

Since moving to their new location on Cattleman in Sarasota, l have loved coming here to dance and…read moretake lessons. Best competition-grade dance floors in Sarasota, gigantic ballroom space for foxtrot and waltz, amazing ballroom and Latin teachers, very friendly and welcoming.

Sunday dances with DJ Bob are the best! There is a good ratio of men versus women and I…read moreparticularly like that they have a different lesson the entire month that progresses to additional moves each week. Jane W.

Love classes and socials. Always Having a blast. Highly…read morerecommend. Learning something new every class

I can't recommend Bachata Journey SRQ enough! With Aaron as our instructor, every class is a…read morefantastic experience. He is patient, knowledgeable, and has a way of breaking down even the most complex moves into something approachable and fun. The group classes are awesome--there's such an encouraging atmosphere, and it's a great place to meet others who share a love for dance. Beyond the classes, the socials are a highlight! They provide the perfect opportunity to practice what we've learned while enjoying great music and a welcoming vibe. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the place to be. Thank you, Aaron, for creating such an amazing community!

My wife and some friends were in town for a few days and decided to book a Hatha Yoga class…read morein-studio. The instructor was Liana and she was a terrific teacher and helpful in letting students find their comfort level. We found the location and other students to be very welcoming. Wonderful experience!

Dropped in for an intermediate class with Kerry. Very well done. Good instruction and alternative…read moreposes. Was a very good work out. Would highly recommend.

Working from home on conference calls all day had really taken a toll on my physical and mental…read morewell-being so my New Year's resolution was to get OUT of the house and burn some calories doing something that is actually FUN and that I would look forward to. I saw that the studio was close to my house and realized I could fit a lesson in during my lunch hour so decided to give EVO a try. From the very first day I knew that this was the studio for me! The studio was clean and modern and the talented owner Vidas immediately made me feel welcome and comfortable. We discussed my goals, experience level, and the types of dances I wanted to incorporate into my workout regimen. I wasn't prepared for how much I would enjoy these lessons! Even though I leave the studio covered in sweat, I have more energy and always a smile on my face. Vidas has a seemingly limitless amount of patience and great sense of humor as we laugh our way through me trying my best to master each step and has just made the whole experience better than I could have ever expected. His wife Elina is also a gem and together they have created a studio where all feel at ease, psychologically safe (not afraid to fail), and supported. Cannot recommend this studio highly enough! Definitely give them a try!

My daughter is a competitive gymnast and it is hard to move to a new competitive program. She tried…read moreout multiple places but as soon as she had her evaluation at Flip Zone we knew it was the one. The environment is welcoming, the coaches are supportive and skilled. In our first few months at Flip Zone I have seen my daughter's confidence build and her skills develop in a whole new way. Flip Zone supports not only their strength and technique, but the mental aspect of gymnastics as well. There are several different schedule options and we love the homeschool training program. We drive a long way to get here, but it is worth it. I am excited to watch my daughter grow in this program!

(concerned grandparent)…read more We joined FlipZone Gymnastics because we believed we were investing in a structured, competitive program where our daughter could grow as an athlete. Like many families, we made a major commitment of time, money, and trust based on the information provided to us when we enrolled. Unfortunately, our experience has been extremely frustrating. We have experienced ongoing issues with communication, organization, and transparency. We were given certain expectations regarding team structure, timelines, and opportunities, but later experienced changes that did not align with what we originally understood when making our commitment. One major concern was the communication surrounding team placement and deadlines. We were informed that the cutoff date to join the competition team was May 10, 2026. After that date, additional athletes were still added to the team, which raised concerns about whether the same expectations and policies were being applied consistently to all families who had already committed. The team structure also changed after enrollment, including splitting athletes into different groups with changes to practice schedules and additional costs. Families commit financially and make significant sacrifices based on the information they are given at the time of enrollment, so changes like these should be communicated clearly and handled transparently. In addition, the gym often feels significantly overcrowded, which has impacted training. At times, our team has not had consistent access to the equipment needed during practices due to limited space and multiple groups sharing training areas. This has affected the quality and flow of training sessions and is something families should consider when evaluating the program. We have also been disappointed by how concerns have been handled. Parents should feel comfortable asking questions and advocating for their child while receiving clear communication and professional responses. Before committing to FlipZone, I strongly encourage families to ask detailed questions about: * How team decisions are made * How deadlines and policies are enforced * How changes to teams and schedules are communicated * What additional costs may arise after commitment * How gym space and equipment access are managed * How parent concerns are addressed We love gymnastics and want the best opportunities for our child, but families deserve transparency, organization, and consistency from a competitive program. This review reflects our personal experience and why we believe other parents should do their research and ask detailed questions before making a long-term commitment.