We absolutely love the Ballard Academy of Music & Dance and our daughter gets so excited each week…read moreto attend!! She enjoys it so much, we added a second class-- and now she gets to learn from both Eva and Madison. They're both excellent, patient teachers!

High quality school, with teachers who get it. My kid didn't want to do tap.. the teacher walked…read moreover and said my daughter may have sensory overload and may need headphones. That's what I'm talking about! She didn't say oh your daughter is "having a bad day, or not participating" She looked at the situation and provided a solution! They're moms... they get it!

We had a ballet birthday party here (Magnolia location) for our 5 year old. Teacher Heather lead…read morethe class of kids, with a Frozen, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Chappell Roan leaning playlist, by request. Heather was warm and welcoming to all the new dancers, and soon had them engaged with games, movement and lots of playful ballet. A really nice and enthusiastic energy, even for the reluctant dancers. We had cupcakes and a bit more play, and it was a comfortable and easy environment for a great birthday party for young kids. Highly recommend for a birthday party!

Consistently great classes, and wonderful teachers. We most recently took intro to ballroom and it…read morewas not only an amazing class, but also affordable and a small class size. I can't say enough good things about Julia the instructor. She made us feel so comfortable and made things fun. I will absolutely be back to take another class from her!

Great studio with great teachers in a beautiful school. Open for 25 years tells you something. I've…read morejust watched the dancing improve over the years.

My daughter danced at ARC for 10 years. She was an advanced and committed student who progressed…read moreand eventually participated in the ARC Youth Dance Company. My thoughts on the pros/cons of the school: PROS: - They are very focused on technique and the fundamentals of dance and ballet. - If you are interested in a program that is oriented toward a professional dance career, this is probably the best program in Seattle. - A wide variety of teachers participate in the program. In addition to the core teachers, outside instructors are often brought in to teach classes. - They have a great community of dancers, parents, and families. CONS: - They didn't honor their refund policy after my daughter's injuries prevented her from participating in their intensive summer dance program (we only received a 60% refund). We had x-rays, reports from the doctor, and reports from the physical therapist, however this apparently wasn't sufficient. - They weren't very technologically sophisticated when it came to disseminating information (at least they weren't in 2015 when we were last enrolled). For example, schedule/calendar information/updates were published on paper and posted in the office, instead of being available online.

Love coming here for barre classes! They are listed on ClassPass which is great or you can do a…read moretrial period before signing up. The teachers are all very knowledgeable about doing poses correctly. I love how every class is different so you don't get bored. They are all challenging but you don't get super sore so you can still feel good the next day! AIways get a good sweat and feel stretched out as well.

This is one of the most welcoming gyms I've been to! I've taken a couple of classes here on…read moreClassPass and the instructors and front desk associates are always so nice and accommodating. Sometimes I find that boutique gyms can be a bit pretentious or don't like people who are there on ClassPass, but that is not AT ALL the case at Barre3. Everyone is so kind and it's very accessible for all fitness levels. I love the mural in the hallway and I appreciate the shower and lockers they offer.

Took the Mic Drop dance workshop series with Dragon. This was my first time getting back into…read moredancing as a young adult since stopping in high school, and I had such a great experience. The instructors are passionate & high energy and the vibe is always up in the studio. Front desk is super helpful and nice, prices and promotions are great, and scheduling is quick and easy! Only knock is that the main studio can get really hot during the summer months since there's no A/C, but there are fans and such :) Definitely looking forward to some winter classes and coming back soon for more workshops that catch my eye!

It was my first time doing something like this, and I had a BLAST!! I tried the kpop class led by…read moreDerrick. My experience was amazing from start to finish! The dance moves were easy to learn and the instructor goes step by step! Which helped build my confidence too! I ended up in the front and I really enjoyed the one hour class. I'm definitely coming back and do more dancing! The bathroom was clean and well stocked too!

I can't say enough good things about VAM. The way that they make a wide range of dance styles…read moreaccessible to all ages and skill levels in the community is unsurpassed! I like it so much I drive down from Snohomish on a regular basis to take class. I've been taking tap at VAM from Mark for 5 years now. He is extremely welcoming, and one of the nicest human beings you will meet! As a more advanced adult tap dancer, it can be hard to find a studio that can continue to challenge you. And challenge me Mark does! I am humbled to be able to take class from someone who trained under the masters, and really is a master himself! His historical knowledge of tap dance is priceless and I love hearing his stories. All these years later, Mark will still pull out steps/patterns I've never seen before. No two classes are the same! And most importantly he makes class fun and is extremely skilled at "teaching to the room", making sure everyone present is being challenged at their level. Proof of all of this can be seen in the vast array of adults who come to take tap dance here - all ages and skill levels! In true "drop-in" format as well, which is very conducive to adult schedules (no feeling like you'll be behind because you missed the previous week). Veronica and the rest of the staff are super kind as well. I've always felt welcome walking in the door. Their annual showcases are also very fun to be a part of. If you are unsure, definitely give VAM a try! I'm willing to bet they have a class/level for you.

Everyone at VAM Studios was helpful and courteous. Veronica's ballet 5/6 class was on point for the…read morelevel and challenging. Veronica was great at giving corrections and demonstrations. The studio floor appears to be sprung. However, the room is smaller than I would prefer for across the floor combinations. Overall a, lovely experience at a nice studio.

I just recently learned about UMF and went through a "Vagaband" session with them which culminated…read moreafter 6 rehearsals in playing some of my favorite rock songs live at a local music venue. The whole experience was quite awesome. Our facilitator, Tom E. was great at giving us feedback to make us sound better, individually and together. The other musicians in the group were very focused and committed to practicing between sessions and being prepared for the next session. Everyone who represented UMF was super professional and welcoming throughout the initial registration to the final performance. Not only are they getting musicians together to play music, but they're creating an authentic community that I've felt welcomed into since day one! This was exactly what I needed to get my butt out and playing with other musicians and having fun at the same time. Oh, and two words for the guy who wrote a bad review saying the sound in the rehearsal room was too loud: "ear" and "plugs."

I relocated to Seattle about 18 months ago, and was once a upon a time an aspiring musician in my…read moreearly 20's. As a singer, finding a band was always exceptionally challenging, and eventually life gave way to a husband, kids, and a day job. I found UMF on craigslist when we first moved here, and stalked their website for nearly a year. I was interested in joint a Vagaband series, but my travel schedule is hectic, and makes it difficult to commit to anything- even 3-6 weeks. Just before Christmas, a series opened up that I HAD TO JOIN, and I happened to have the 6 weeks to commit to it. You are plunked into a group of people you have never met. You all have the same goal, and a setlist already assigned. The first rehearsal everyone came prepared, and the first song kind of takes your breath away. You just formed a band (albeit short term). The chemistry in my first Vagaband series was amazing, our show was packed, and I formed real friendships beyond the performance. Instant rock and roll fantasy. I'm now in my second series, and to say this is a business would be a gross inaccuracy. This is a community. I have been welcomed into it warmly, made to feel my talent is validated, and definitely see this community as a family of musicians I couldn't be happier to be a part of. What Tom and Matt created and nurture is so much more than a music lesson.

What an exquisite space to host ecstatic dance! It felt so homey and I kept thinking I was in an…read moreover sized yurt. The dance and pre dance workshop were both sooo good.

Had a wonderful birthday celebration with about 80 people. Great sound system, helpful staff, and…read morewelcoming space.

Wassa Dance is one of the most welcoming, creative, accessible and upbeat movement classes I've…read moreattended! Lara is attentive and helpful and the energy in the room is positive start to finish. So glad I found this gem of a dance class!

Doug's review is divine!…read more I have loved this class for many years. I have been a part of social action, community art expression and so many sweaty flowy dance classes. The participants change, the rhythm and the richness multiplies. Lara is connected to many. She regularly donates part of income from different dance venues to sponsored groups. I recommend this class and the goodness with which it enriches your life.