I've been a fitness instructor since the 1990's and I've seen all the things and have taken or…read moretaught all the classes along the way...THIS BUNGEE FITNESS CLASS is the best surprise class that will kick your ass while you are laughing so hard you don't even realize what a fantastic workout you are getting. It's exhilarating, it's a little scary because it's so different, but it's addicting. I had muscles hurt the next day that I didn't even realize I was using. The best part about it (besides the fact that you can go flying through the air) is that my knees and ankles didn't absorb the impact like it would in a normal jump or burpee or jog. This is great for all people, big, small, athletic or not, if you try something and you don't quite get it, it's ok you're tethered to the beams above. I made a reservation ahead of time, I did a drop in "Intro to Bungee" class $45 because I was just visiting from out of town, but everytime I'm in the bay area I am gonna come back because it was that awesome. Everyone is required to do the Intro class first, and even though my instructor (shout out Malcolm, he was pure awesome-ness!) said I could move onto Level 1 next time, I would take the intro class again if I had friends that want to try it too. I did get to see some of the Level 1 and Level 2 moves, which looked really hard to do, but THAT IS MY GOAL! I wanna be a flyer! I couldn't stop thinking about this class for the entire plane ride back and then several days after I got back home. P.S. You do have to jump on the scale before class because they need to know how much weight the bungee needs to support. If they went by my drivers license weight or what I *thought* I weighed that day, the bungees would not have supported me and I would've fallen flat on my face.

So much fun, felt totally safe, got an aerobic workout and Tatiana was an excellent instructorread more

Really cool spot. Took a handstand class here which was excellent but there are also a ton of other…read moreclasses I want to take. Friendly folks, great facility.

Took a beginner silks class here and had such a great time! I was a little intimidated at first,…read morebut the excitement quickly took over. The instructor was super kind, encouraging, and explained each step clearly, which made it easy to follow along even as a total beginner. A few years back, my kids also took the parkour class and absolutely loved it--it was the perfect way for them to get moving and burn energy. Overall, this place has such a fun and welcoming vibe. Highly recommend for both adults and kids looking to try something new!

This is honestly one of the best pole studios I've ever been to. I've been to quite a few…read morethroughout LA and the Bay Area, and some things I love about the studio itself is: the high ceilings, all the poles can switch between static and spin, yoga mats are provided, several crash pads, you can rent heels, and it's so clean! I appreciate how professional this business is + how kind everyone here is! And how pole + dance offers discounts to extend itself to the community in an effort to be more accessible to folks :) It is a bit pricier than other studios but the quality is amazing. My only "complaint" is that at one of the classes I signed up for, there were more students than there were poles so some of us had to share. I'm not sure if this is typical for auditioning instructor community centric classes, but I found it a little odd as I've never experienced that at any studio class before, and I've specifically taken several of the $10 classes. I'm not sure if it's an over-booking issue, or the intent really is to have people share but I prefer to have my own pole. Perhaps a helpful feature that could be implemented in the app is showing the class capacity that you're signing up for, I.e. "8/10 spots"-- a studio I used to go to had this feature and it greatly helped me decide on classes to sign up for. Overall a beautiful space and I look forward to more classes here!

Pole has been on my list for awhile and I finally bit the bullet. The intro classes were a safe and…read morewelcoming environment as a brand new student and helped curb any anxiety. I first learned of P+D from Netflix's documentary, "Strip Down, Rise Up". I have since been to all 3 studios in the bay (Oakland, Berkeley and SF). All the instructors bring their own style and personality to pole. The instructors that I returned to were Celia F and Marguerite. Amy has done a great job with her studios. I really admire that they offer scholarships for students and people from disadvantaged backgrounds/going through tough times. Gotta give credit where credit is due!

Beloved Aerial Arts is such a great space with amazing instructors who and knowledgable,…read moreexperienced, and so supportive of your growth. I've been taking classes with Sarah since 5 years now and she is just so amazing and talented. I've gotten the chance to take classes from other instructors as well and I've always had such a positive experience. I love the community that has built here and all the amazing people I've met.

I've been training aerial hoop (lyra) with Sarah for the last 3 years and it's been an amazing…read moreexperience. She is extremely talented and experienced in teaching, performing, competing and building community. Sarah also offers multiple opportunities for people interested in performing in public shows/events. We have done ambient acts as well as choreographed full routines. Everyone is so encouraging of each other while we work on our pieces or workshop combos from class. It's so fun to be part of such a talented group and I'm always inspired by everyone's artistry!

For anyone thinking of taking a class - do it! I started here as a brand new pole dancer with 0…read moreexperience and with very little athletic background and dancing here has become my new obsession. The instructors are kind, fun and make you feel so comfortable. The people here are non-judgemental, uplifting and caring. I've always felt at least a little self conscious when exercising - at the gym, in the street, in group classes - but going here was the first time I was fully immersed in the dance and didn't feel the slightest bit concerned about how I looked, how my dancing was, or how I compared to the other students. Try it!!

The most fun I've had in a minute!! I took the Pole Foundations (intro) class and got in a nice…read morelittle workout. Really just being comfortable around the pole, engaging ALL the muscles and having a good time is what it's all about. The time to look stupid and learn new skills is now! Pole + Dance Studios is definitely the perfect environment for letting lose and feeling empowered by what your body can do. Even if you don't have the upper or lower body strength to get all the way up yet, just trying it out is half the fun! Small class, only four of us plus the teacher (we had Krista Smithers as a sub and she was excellent). Everyone's required to wear a mask AND show proof of vaccination at the door. Hot tip: create an account and sign up online. Much faster, you can see how many spots are left in a class and I doubt anyone wants to handle cash right now. Only $40 for drop in classes. Newbie to a studio deal is $80 for 3 classes taken within a month. Highly loved this location and recommend this class! Taking a few more Intro classes and definitely looking into the Active Flexibility classes (all levels) next!

Such a beautiful and well-equipped space. The frame is gorgeous and expertly constructed. The small…read morecozy chic touches, like the vintage cabinet with the cute fox mugs, make it feel like home. Check out this space if you are curious about Shibari and rope bondage. You'll learn from some of the best in the business - Miss True Blue, Bound Moxie, and Ivy Limieux, in a lovely, welcoming environment.

This place is exceptional. The physical space is beautiful and welcoming, and the people working…read morethere were equally welcoming. I just went to my very first Beginner's Rope Jam there, and I'm hooked. There were three instructors, including the owner (I presume) and they were each so clear, knowledgable, patient, and caring. I did not go with a partner, and they very nicely facilitated having people seeking partners be able to find each other, even so much as offering written instructions about how one might approach someone. Happily I was able to find a lovely compatible partner (also a first timer) and we had a great experience. Everything about this was great and I can't wait for more events. The website is also excellent and informative. It's very clear on the site that you need to have proof of vaccination, don't forget this as they check.

My situation/review a little different. So, I didn't sign up for this service in the end but the…read morepeople working there were really friendly and answered all my questions like pros. I think that credit should be given to people in business who make you feel comfortable so 5 stars for that here!

So amazing!! Booked a Fire Eating and Aerial Workshop through If Only. Totally worth it! Madamn…read moreBurnz is a fantastic instructor and person. Started with an intro and tour of the facility. Followed with a totally customized itinerary including aerial silk instruction and, my favorite, fire! Finished with refreshments and an energetic fire and aerial performance! Madamn Burnz is straightforward, patient, encouraging, and SUPER talented. Definitely visit this venue. If you ever dreamt of running off with the circus like I did, this place indulges your fantasy. It also gave me a healthy respect for how incredibly hard these skills are. RESPECT!

Wow! It's difficult to know how to begin reviewing Jessica's incredible teaching. From the moment…read moreyou meet her, it's a match made in heaven. She is warm, approachable, vibrant, and friendly. Jessica's class is well catered to the level of the students who find themselves in it. I was nervous before my first class, but she had me fearlessly inverting and leaning into stretches I had no idea my body could love. I have been attending her class located at the S Factor Studio in San Francisco, which is a small and intimate space, ideal for fostering teacher/student trust and relationships. Her knowledge of how different bodies move and react and her acute awareness of the varying needs of different individuals makes Jessica's yoga trapeze class a divine pleasure to take. She has helped me pinpoint the parts of my practice that require extra attention and love and motivated me to work harder and more frequently on my flexibility and posture. 10 out of 10 I HIGHLY recommend anyone looking for a unique yoga experience to try one of Upside Down Jessica's classes. You'll be instantly hooked.

I came back from Bali I experience aerial yoga I been doing yoga for so many years I never had such…read morea beautiful time and body pls tell me how I can continue

The coaches are nice so it's easier to follow their directions.And the camps there are really good…read morebecause there's a nice schedule.- this is the opinion of my kiddo based on aerial classes and camps.

Customer service 5/5 Environment 5/5…read moreQuality of teachers 5/5 I have been going to Kinetics Art Center for over a month now and it has exceeded my expectations overall. The adult drop in class packages work best for me and I've been consistently attending Sam (primarily silks and lyra) and Megan's (trapeze) classes. I called the front desk to make my initial purchase because there were so many options, I couldn't decide what I wanted based on my schedule. Fortunately, Janelle (front desk) was very patient and helpful, and I ended up getting the 10 class pack. When I got there, it was a bit intimidating because I was more used to smaller studios, but everyone here was so nice. Janell also made sure to check on me to see if I was doing ok when I took my first class. The other students and teachers were very welcoming and supportive to check out other classes, which is how I ended up with taking two classes back to back at-least once a week instead of just one class. In regards to the teachers, "great" would be such an understatement. I love Sam's class because even though it's primarily silks, they'll put one other apparatus (hoop mainly, and recently flying pole!) for us to try out-so it's more than just one apparatus in this one class. I also really like that they'll give us challenging *enough* moves because it's so satisfying to execute steps after struggling so much for it. I also love Megan's trapeze class because she's very flexible with our experiences. This pace is great for me because I don't have alot of experience with trapeze and the ropes on it feel so different from silks! Nikki and Zi have substituted for their classes and they're both amazing as well. I'd highly recommend taking classes here. It's a fun and challenging workout compared to a regular gym...I also love that it's spacious too!

This review is for Tink! Hands down the strongest, funnest, and most empowering women I have met…read more Thank you for your enthusiasm, encouragement and sharing all your fun tricks with me. So thrilled that you always have my back and bring such positive energy to every class. THANK YOU!!!

I came to my first pole class in October 2022 and have been hooked ever since. I recently loss a…read moresignificant amount of weight and wanted a way to get fit, have fun and feel comfortable in my body. My first class was with Zhara. She was great, full of energy and helpful. After one class, I went to a couple more intro classes eventually I purchased the 10 pack package (more bang for your buck) and subsequently moved to an annual membership after about 3 months of consistent classes. Each class and instructor I have taken has been wonderful. The entire staff is knowledgeable, encouraging and willing to offer feedback and assistance. I have taken multiple classes with the convenience of the annual pass. (Ie intro, low flow, twerk, poleography, pole workout, inversion etc). I have nothing but positive feedback about the instructors. Zhara's energy and abilities are awesome! Kelli's intro to pole and inversion class is wonderful. I always feel challenged but encourage that I will continue to progress. Kate's breakdown of the technical details with intro to inversion sessions are amazing. It feels like having a private session. Vickya's exercises in intro to pole particularly looking in the mirror and watching myself has helped me boost my self esteem. Tink's boot camp class has helped me get in better shape. C Michelle's energy and class on twerking has opened my eyes to the art form. Kat's kindness and beautiful choreography in low flow has helped me gain confidence in my own sensuality and body. For someone who never been on a pole 5 months ago and was shy to now being able to climb and starting to learn inversion, this studio has been amazing. So glad I took that first intro class and took a chance in myself. Now I can't get enough!!! I can't say enough positive things about this studio. In a short time I have learned so much and am excited weekly for my pole classes. I have met diverse folks of all backgrounds and it's beautiful to be part of this community.