Amazing studio. I've been taking lessons and performing for the last 5 years, and my experience has…read morebeen nothing but amazing. The instructors are more then teachers they are family. They want you to feel and look your best on the dance floor. They helped me build my confidence that I never had before. Love this studio

This studio is great. the instructers are more than teachers, and every lesson is so much fun…read more everyone here is so nice and the enviroment is so positive.

I started dancing with Arthur Murray to revisit what I loved doing while I was younger, and since…read morebeing here I have had the most wonderful experience. Not only are all the teachers and staff so open and welcoming but they have done such an incredible job curating joyous and uplifting environment.

I started taking dance lessons because I wanted to challenge myself and broaden my world a bit. But…read morewhat I ended up finding was a second family. I cannot even begin to describe how supportive the whole studio is. The instructors are incredibly welcoming and full of such good energy, which ends up spreading to the whole community. Whether a person is there for enjoyment, like me, or to be a competitive dancer, there is acceptance and encouragement and the diversity creates a beautiful space. Dance has become one of the greatest joys of my life and credit that to this studio.

LOVE LOVE LOVE Zumba! Those late night commercials starring the handsome Latin lover shanking…read morehimself from left to right and front to back, may have peaked my intrest, but in reality I love Latin music and have been dying to try zumba! The energy from Kayt, the owner and one of the instructors, is incredible! She is sooo motivating, there's no way you can't have fun in her classes! There are classes 6 days a week (maybe even 7, I'm not sure), and they just opened up a bigger and better studio to accommodate more people. Classes with Melissa on Fridays also whoop my a$$ in gear! Kayt has an awesome team of instructors, she should be proud of such an awesome studio that welcomes all levels of abilty and really helps make all women feel sexy in their skin! They also offer classes for kids!

I love Fusion Fitness and Dance Studio. They offer dance classes for various ages and they also…read moreoffer plenty of Zumba classes at a very reasonable drop in rate of $10 per class. The instructors that I have taken classes with (Kayt, Margaret and Vince) are all excellent instructors who emphasize that it's about having fun and enjoying your work out and less about perfection. This is a hidden gem in Wallingford and I absolutely love it.

Both of my kids take dance classes here, and they do a fabulous job. Very nurturing environment,…read morestaff treats you like family.

The academy provides a nurturing, positive, family-oriented environment, where students are…read morecontinuously challenged. From diaper darling to graduating seniors Adam is our second home.

I've been to a handful of dance schools in the area, but I had just started dating a girl who I had…read morenever danced with and wanted to start out somewhere new. I found a Groupon for Arthur Murray Dance Studio and decided to give it a shot. I thought it was strange that they didn't care to see the Groupon (which cost me actual money) when I showed up for my scheduled appointment. We discussed what I was looking for and got a tour of the facility. All the while my feeling of unease was steadily increasing. This didn't feel like a fun date... if felt like buying a used car. Finally we came to the lesson itself and my opinion was sealed. Despite my practically pleading that we do some actual introductory dance (both I and my girlfriend had some experience), we were forced to go through this canned line-dancing-slash-walking procedure that was so bland and unhelpful as to be insulting. This lasted for what felt like an eternity and finally, once we were both thoroughly mortified, we were allowed to do a bit of dance. A tiny bit. Almost as quickly as we had begun, I was then whisked away to a mandatory sit down session with another of their salesmen, where they tried to pressure me into buying a huge, expensive learning package. If she could read minds, she would know how hilariously wrong she had been to try. This was a few months ago and - needless to say - I never returned for my second lesson. So essentially I paid full price for a single session and what I got was little more than a sales pitch. The silver lining is that my girlfriend and I still make jokes about that awful experience months after the class. A very memorable second date. I've only had the one experience, so maybe this is the school for you... but I've had great luck in this area, so I encourage you to look around.

I've been taking lessons for about 7 years. I was first at the Glastonbury then followed Todd when…read morehe opened the Vernon studio. When I first started, I filled out a form to indicate my expectations. They were and still are. 1) exercise. 2) have fun. 3) learn to dance. Todd has been great to ensure that all 3 are met. At first there was some pressure to learn many dances. This was to introduce me to each. However, I got confused and requested to concentrate on a couple at a time. Todd has been very accommodating and listens to my wishes. I am now testing out of the Waltz Silver 2 level. I've worked on Swing, Fox Trot, and Samba, but still at Bronze 1 level. I also take lessons from the other instructors, and they are all very good. During the week are group lesson that I enjoy. The instructor tried to make sure everyone is engaged and gives individual help when needed. There are also practice party sessions on Fridays, that are fun and a chance to try different dances The lessons are expensive, but I feel that I'm getting good value. We don't bother with the sales conversation. I just pick what I want to do for the year. It's a great place to learn to dance, get a work out , have fun, and meet others that share the love of ballroom dancing.

Gina has done such a great job creating a space people can enjoy true yoga and meditation at. I did…read moreseveral meditations there and had a great experience. The rooms temperature is perfect for the occasion and the soundproof room allows of the needed focus to get what you want out of the meditation or yoga. If you haven't been I highly recommend, the space is so cool too the building is an older building giving it some history.

We have been students here for many years. The teachers are fantastic and they create a positive…read moreand fun atmosphere. We have become friends with many other students, and there is a real feeling of family. The group lessens and parties are top notch and great fun!

My fiance, now wife, and I started lessons at Fred Astaire Canton to do a first dance at our…read morewedding. When we started, we did not have a clue on any of the steps, but we learned quickly with the help of our instructors. They've been very patient and knowledgeable, which helps with learning to dance for the first time. The lessons were very fun, and we blew away all of our guests with a coordinated dance routine. It took about five to six months to learn the steps and put an amazing routine together, but we cannot say enough about how badass we looked and how impressed all of our guests were. We had not told any of our guests or family that we were taking lessons, so it was a big surprise for all of them to see! Definitely one of the big highlights of the wedding was the first dance! We had such a good time learning to dance and enjoying an activity together that we decided to continue taking more lessons for fun. One year later, we're still going strong and now dancing at regional dance competitions as an amateur couple. If you have a wedding coming up or just want to take lessons for fun, this is the best place to learn different dances and have a good time. I would highly recommend checking Fred Astaire Canton out and taking lessons here. You never know, it might become something that you'll enjoy doing for the rest of your life.

I came here for the latest Yelp CT Made event. I have to admit, I'm not sure I would have come…read moreacross this spot without Yelp, as I'm pretty home crafty, but Laurie was a great teacher and host for a clay pendant making class. Laurie really makes the back experience worthwhile. She was great at helping the group and teaching us what to do. The clay pendant class was nice. I have a bit of experience with polymer clay, and Laurie broke down the techniques very well. Many of the classes feature wine, which is definitely an added plus for adulting crafts.

I first had the opportunity to visit and "get my craft on" at a Yelp CT Made event in August. The…read moreowner was a great hostess and made us all feel welcome - helping us get our creative juices flowing while we created a wonderful necklace. When I got home I quickly "liked" her Facebook page and was amazed at not only the number but the variety of classes that Laurie offers. For only having a brick and mortar location since May 2016 - she has tapped into a market for those of us whom want to be creative but don't want to just sit and paint. From creating your own laundry detergent to designing your own jewelry, Laurie has created a variety of class for every age imaginable. I also recently attending a Sunday Yoga and Craft class (which I believe is going to be a monthly event). An hour of relaxing and gentle yoga followed by crafting (that day we made glass magnets) is the best way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The class was intimate and I loved Laurie's energy and positivity. Can't wait to sign up for another class soon!