Took my daughter to this place & All I can say is LOVE, & DEDICATION and so much more..The coaches…read morelove the kids and have such a passion for what they do! We did a 1st time trial and we loved it. We signed up. The studio is small & needs some fixes but it really is aboout the kids, not a place for parents to sit so Im fine with it.

I have been taking the adult hip hop class (Goldstars) for several years. I have made lifetime…read morefriends here. Michelle and E and all the Goldstars are the best. I feel so comfortable learning and even making mistakes. No judgement, just support. And the professional level of this family and their instructors, is beyond exceptional.

The Monday salsa class was probably the worst I have attended in my life. They separated the…read moreleaders and followers and taught each group a pattern and then put them together. There was zero instruction of leading and following. Followers were made to memorize and execute the pattern, which was just as well because leaders were not taught how to lead it. If you want a choreographed performance, this would work, but if you want to learn social dance, look elsewhere. With that said, everyone was friendly and supportive, and the class is reasonably affordable at $10 per person.

It's been great having a safe spot to dance coming out of this pandemic. Alex is a wonderful…read morebachata instructor, and along with the other staff, they make sure everyone gets their temperature checked at the door. Masks are required except if you're fully vaccinated. As a beginner, I feel the classes are challenging but Alex breaks down all the details and makes it fun and easy to learn. Everyone is super friendly and no one says no to dance or makes you feel bad when you mess up. It's a great environment for learning and I'm really glad this is here in Bakersfied.

My husband and I were going here for swing dance lessons on Wednesday evenings for a while until…read morework got crazy on us. The instructor who teaches the classes is very knowledgable, skilled, friendly, and good at TEACHING. A lot of the people who go to the classes all know each other (and the instructor), and they create a feeling of community rather than cliques, making you feel comfortable learning a new skill rather than self-conscious. You don't have to go as a couple, but it is encouraged, simply because it seems that there are more women that show up than men, and the steps are different for different genders, but you'll see a lot of women take over the men's roles just to balance things out. After you learn a few new steps, you'll rotate through partners to practice what you've learned. It sounds scary but it's a lot of fun! The lessons were super affordable. I really wish we had the time to go back. I absolutely loved it!

I am in love with this place, specifically the Latin dance scene in Bakersfield! If you want to…read morelearn salsa, Edgar's Monday night class is where it's at (7:15pm for beginners and 8:15pm for advanced)! His class can be fast paced, but you'll really have fun and learn a lot if you keep going. One of my favorite classes is Alex's Tuesday night bachata class (8pm for beginners and 9pm for advanced)! She's a lot of fun and great at breaking down the steps. The awesome classes socials at studio 9, will have you booty rolling and body rolling in no time!

Best dance studio in town!!! Best teachers, definitely a loving environment for the growth of young…read moredancers!!! Highly recommended!!

I am not sure why my review was removed after being posted for almost a year! With that said, I…read morestill couldn't be happier with Penche Dance Academy. My daughter is entering her 3rd in competitive dance and still loves it! She found her love of dance as well as lifelong friends who we consider family. Thank you PENCHE!

This place is definitely a hidden gem! Spacious dance and fitness studio with new wood flooring,…read morelots of space, heat and air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Classes vary from different dance styles, including hip hop and dancing with heels! Welcoming to women, men, and children and it's also available to rent out for private gatherings. I love the environment and support that everyone gives each other, too! Totally worth checking out!

From the owner: Quinceneras Choreography's is one of our specialties , we…read moreoffer Adult and kids classes, KIDS CLUB every Saturday with fun and creative activities ages 5 to 12 years old , join us Monday to Thursday 10:am for Zumba and yoga ,step and boot Camp

How have I not reviewed this gem yet?! I am so grateful I found this yoga studio/ areal arts gym…read more Not only do I love the classes but the space is true to its name. The atmosphere is so healing, peaceful, and uplifting. The classes offered here are so versatile, affordable, and easy to book on the website. You can get punch card specials (ex. 3 classes for $25) for everything from: yoga, areal arts, barre, dance, etc. The healing services are phenomenal: reiki, Sage/smudging, infrared therapy, sound bath, etc. I also love connecting with the owner, Sheila. The whole story of her healing journey and why she opened the studio is pretty incredible. If you drop in, don't be shy to ask.

Sheila rules. The energy here is so warm and grounding and it is one of those places you instantly…read morefeel better just walking into. Restorative yoga here is the best and every class leaves me feeling relaxed, centered, and recharged. Love this place!

They offer classes for ages 2 to 102. Specializing in classical Ballet they offer jazz, tap, modern…read moreand hip-hop as well. Not a competition studio, a place for kids to dance and develop community and become amazing adults. And for adults to to continue a dance experience or begin a new journey.

If you are looking for a dance studio in Kern county, I highly recommend Civic Dance studio! My…read moredaughter has been coming here for 3 years now and we have really enjoyed seeing her progress as a dancer, as well as see her up on stage in those adorable costumes each year ;) They hold the dancers to high standard with a firm, but gentle hand. Each class has a head teacher with 1 to 2 student assistants. They are very focused on teaching each dancer the fundamentals and helping to mold them into the best possible dancer they can be. At the end of the year they put on a gala where you get to see all their hard work pay off! Check them out, you won't be disappointed!

My experience with swing dancing was limited when I started attending the classes, but I already…read morefeel my confidence in my movements growing with each lesson. Joshua Harless, the instructor and business operator, is helpful and patient while still keeping a productive pace. A tough balance to strike, but one I definitely appreciate. He also keeps the vibe lighthearted by cracking jokes and has a way of making any dancer of any skill level comfortable. I started in his beginner class and quickly felt comfortable moving up to intermediate with his strong teaching. Whether you're looking to start partner dancing as a new hobby with a community aspect or looking to take your partner dance skills to a professional level, Bakersfield Dance Connection has you covered!

I used Yelp to find Ballet classes for my toddler. When I…read morecalled the woman on the phone answered with "hello." I asked if I was calling a dance studio and the woman said "yes you are" but never identified the name of the business. I had to ask what the name of the business was just to confirm I was calling the right place. The woman on the phone sounded nice enough and for all, I know this may very well be the best dance studio in town... but on the phone I just did not get the most professional vibe. This was definitely a deterrent for me.

Jana Kirks is one of the best ballet teachers in California, let alone Bakersfield. She is…read moreextremely knowledge in her craft. I was under her tutelage for 4 years, and my technique improved vastly. She helped develop my passion for my ballet so much so that I'm considering following in her footsteps in becoming an Royal Academy of Dance certified teacher as well. If you want to truly become a great ballet dancer, you must go to Jana. She'll give you the tools you need to go on to be a professional ballerina.

So far my wife and I have been to Building Better Bodies Fitness about 5 times to do the spin…read moreclass. I have to tell you this is one of the best I've been to in a while. The little gym is real close to Downtown so it can make it really easy to pop over after work or if you're like us and live in the Northeast it's the closest place to hit. So Joe is an avid cyclist that has been in multiple Race Across America Cycling races, and has completed a few of the Bakersfield Marathon's. He has about 25 Spin Bikes arrange in the classroom so everyone can see and hear him give out the instructions during the class. The is also a video playing on a screen towards the front of the class of some of the Tour De France races. The class last an hour and if you are looking for a great cardio rush then you need to try Spin. I have on an average burned up to 900 calories per class with my heart rate on the high end of 170ish and low end of 140ish. Now I'm not in the best of shape so this might be higher than normal lol. The Spin bikes are in good condition and maintained by Joe. If you are a beginner and need some instruction he is there to help. Joe also offers a few other fitness things like Yoga, and Boot Camp. Check out his web page and give this a try you want be disappointed.

$5 a class for what is undoubtedly one of the best workouts in town--SPINNING!…read more Joe Peterson hosts, runs, and trains people for spin classes, bootcamps, and personal training. He owns a cute little studio downtown, where the sweating goes down! I haven't been to the other classes, but I can vouch for spinning. For five whole dollars you can rock out, sweat a ton, burn lots of calories, and have fun doing so. It's intense, but you get used to it. Check it out if you want to try something different and switch up or start your workout routine. For spinning, I do recommend you invest in some padded bike shorts. They make all the difference...TRUST me.