I got introduced to Crossover Dance Studios via someone who also goes to Dancekool Studios on…read moreSussex St. Apparently an ex-Dancekool dancer opened this studio an year ago. The instructors also teach at both venues so it all seems interconnected even though they are not associated from a business sense. Despite the obvious comparisons, the atmosphere is different, mainly due to the crowd. There are a lot of kids here. And i mean that literally. Most of the patrons are high school and uni students with no dance background, which reflects the level of the beginners classes and are easy to follow. The intermediate/advanced classes attract a slightly different crowd with a focus more on choreography. Although there is an obvious focus on hip hop, breaking, locking, popping and waacking, there are few classes on other styles such as Jazz, JFH and RnB. Then there are Kpop classes for Korean pop fans and Girls Hip Hop, a concept I still find a bit odd, but hey it still gets a crowd! Another great thing about this studio is that they often have guest teachers from LA and SYTYCD, which you would not normally be able to access as they tend to stay in the underground scene and won't visit mainstream dance studios. I would probably only recommend this place for people who still look like they need to carry around ID's. Unless you intend to do an intermediate/advanced class where you can feel ok about being 25+ lol.

Crossover is another street dance studio located in Chinatown in Sydney. Its located on Goulburn…read morestreet and is pretty hard to find, sandwiched next to a streetwear store Espionage and a Korean restaurant, you'll notice an open doorway a slightly obscured cross over logo and an elevator in the back that you'll need to take to level one. Once in, don't be put off by the large number of teens talking and practising around the sofas cause you're here to dance. The majority of classes here are great, teaching street dance styles with the proper knowledge, understanding and foundation moves needed to give you the proper instruction you'll need to get started or improve your dancing. My favourite classes here are Rod's House class, Poppin Jack's and Keanu's Popping class and Red's Breaking class.

Awesome dance school! I first took a trial class only but I loved it so much that I have been going…read moreback for classes again and again. It is a great way to destress after work by listening to music, dancing and socialising. I started with having no dance experience at all but since taking classes at salsa suave I have been able to not only dance but but also perform in front of big crowds. The instructors are very friendly and understanding and I loved every class that I have taken. Whether you are looking to just try something new or wanting to dance more seriously, Salsa Suave is the place to go. I would personally recommend so give it a go.

From the owner: We specialize in teaching Salsa dancing which is a high energetic Latin style of dancing, extremely…read morepopular all around the world. And also Bachata dancing which is a slower more romantic Latin Dance that has a beautiful melody that is relaxing and soothing.

Miss Jasmin and Adam undoubtedly put their heart and soul into MDA - they are incredibly committed…read moreand evidently relish the successes that the school has had. Several of the young dancers have gone on to achieve great things on the ballet stage. That said, the focus seems to be a bit too much on the stars and not enough on the masses. For the majority of the girls (yes, it is mostly girls, though not exclusively) it would be better to see smaller classes, more options to enjoy dance without signing up for umpteen classes a week, and a little less adulation of the top dancers. Facilities are excellent - professional dance floors, mirrored walls, barres, built-in sound system, a bright welcoming reception with a (somewhat expensive) shop selling dance necessities. And despite my reservations, my daughter loves her MDA hip-hop classes and hasn't got enough good things to say about Miss Nadine.