Zumba with Sue at The Movement Center is one of the highlights of my week. One hour of shaking…read moreyour booty while listening to fun latin music - what could be better? You burn ridiculous amounts of calories and walk out of there a sweaty, hot mess. Despite The Movement Center's reputation for being a dance studio, you don't need to know how to dance to take Zumba classes, so don't let that intimidate you (if dancing - or learning how to dance - IS your thing, they also offer a wide range of adult dance classes, too.) The attendees in our class have all ranges of fitness levels, and Sue shows modifications of moves to meet all fitness needs. What is also great about The Movement Center's adult program is you can either purchase individual classes or a "class card" which gives you 10 classes at a discount. A major plus of the class card is that it can be used for any adult class and at any time. I have a very hectic work schedule that requires late hours and the occasional travel. Similar programs will often require that you pay in advance for six straight weeks of classes, and if you miss one, oh well. That's not something I can commit to. I like that this provides flexibility for my schedule.

I went on what must have been an off-season day (Thursday night) because based on the one other…read morereview, I expected a packed class. Only me and one other student showed up, and the place smelled like a sweat-fest (those ballerinas before us must have been workin' it). Teacher was casual, a very talented choreographer, and hungry because she kept going to the side of the studio to eat her dinner in between instructions. I didn't sweat (again, I think my body was tricked by the studio's aroma into thinking it wasn't necessary) but I did feel challenged by the routine. Only about 1/3 of the class time was dedicated to dancing; the rest was warm up moves, funkywalking across the floor, stretching, and ab exercises. The music choices were contemporary which was a plus. I would have liked to learn a longer routine than three counts of 8, but its all good.

I can't speak to the kids dance classes because I am neither a kid, nor do I have one. A quick…read morelook at the schedule, however, will tell you that this studio is the real deal for dancers, offering an endless variety of styles and even a strict dress code for the ballerina/os to show you they mean pink-tights-only business. But my relationship with Gervais comes with one loaded, trendy, hear it now and scream it later word: ZUMBA! Zumba with Judy is your ticket to a wonderful time at Gervais. Twice a week, the long, one room studio fills with something like 20 local women, all ages, all sizes, all smiles. In one hour, your pores will surrender more sweat than you thought a body could produce in below-freezing weather. Share a conspiratorial grin with your fellow salsa warriors as you stuff yourself back into that winter hat and gloves on your way to the parking lot. The day is made.

My daughter started at ASB as a high school junior. She did not know what to expect coming in as an…read moreolder student. She had been at another studio since she was three but that studio decided to concentrate on their dance team and she was not a part of that. The students and teachers at ASB welcomed my daughter with open arms. In only two years there she made some very good friends. The students went out of their way to make sure she felt included. The teachers assisted her with her musical theater college applications and even attended her senior high school musical to support her. The other parents were also very kind to me. I love the fact that at the spring performance all of the seniors are given a lead regardless of their level or how long they have been dancing. They honor them all equally. My only regret is that I did not enroll my daughter there sooner.

A great place if you want to get your daughter started in the rigid, elitist, world of ballet…read more Agree with the previous poster that they forget they aren't running a famous ballet company - very self-important and snobbish. Do your daughter a favor and take her elsewhere.

A gem for yogis! John offers classes where I can always find what I need in my practice - strength,…read morebalance, flexibility, spaciousness, grounding, quiet. Sunday morning is my absolute favorite, 90 minutes of asanas and peace on my mat, surrounded by music and a great vibe. You just have to try it and see for yourself!

From the owner: Peaceful Mindful Yoga with john in West Concord. (While the studio has just changed it's name to…read moreStarfish Dance and Yoga, We're still Yoga with john) at 135 Commonwealth Ave. This is Yoga how it used to be. Safe, not heated, non-competitive. Just the other day I had someone say they liked our classes cause they don't have to 'dress up' and can just be there selves, that there's no 'scene' here. Just the right mix of Body, Breath, Mind, and Spirit. Sun: 9:00am Mon: 4:00 and 6:00pm Tue: 10:15am Thur: 4:00 and 5:30pm Sat: 8:00am

The lessons before the dance are quite helpful, and cover different kinds of material than do other…read moredances. And the dance is a very friendly one.

There are secret treasures hiding in this yoga studio, and one of them is their NIA classes. It's…read morelike getting a happy juice workout by going to a dance class, but you don't have to learn a complicated routine (like in a zumba classes) or listen to obnoxious dirty music (like zumba class). The yoga classes are terrific, there is even live music on the Sunday morning class occaisionally, but, really, I'm sure not that many yelpers out there have heard of NIA, but this studio has got to be one of the best NIA studios with the best NIA classes in the country, and many teachers around the Boston area TAKE CLASSES here, where have you ever heard of that? If you have any excuse to hang out on Route 2, like on your way to apple picking or Concord touristy sites, start your weekend morning w/ a NIA class here, and you will be happy happy the rest of the day! Secret #2-- sometimes there are really beautiful veggies and natural foods like honey being sold in their waiting lounge area from the Skinner Ranch, a farm in Groton- I have bought greens and tomatoes in season after class.

This is a great little yoga studio tucked behind the main drag in W. Concord center. The studio has…read morenice ambient lighting and wooden-look floor that set a relaxing mood. They have all equipment available to use, including mats, blankets, straps, blocks, etc. or you can bring your own. I frequent the Monday class with John. He is a wonderful, knowledgeable, and experienced yoga instructor, and I would recommend his classes to anyone looking for a meaningful yoga experience. Classes run about $17/walk-in, and you can buy packaged deals which brings the cost down a bit. My one complaint would be the parking and the signage- it is difficult to find the studio your 1st time! Overall, great studio with good instructors. I'm happy it's in my area!

Great workout! Cardio and weights. Love the music and instructors. Flexible times and schedule.read more

Best instructors in the business. Especially Micky,Joyce Meredith and Emma …read more Love the crowd and music variety and loud enough to motivate me.

We had a lovely bridal shower at AWC. The space was welcoming and clean. Air conditioning worked…read morevery well. AWC allows renters full use of their kitchen and appliances. This meant we could use their very nice dishes (so much better than paper plates!) I was able to get in to the building to plan my setup in advance. Marge and Bev were very accommodating. Overall a wonderful experience!

I recently had my daughter's second birthday party at the Acton Woman's club. Marge and Brenda are…read morevery nice and easy to talk to. They are also very accommodating. We cannot wait to have more parties here in the future!