I love this community of dancers! That's what is so awesome about it. The people here are good…read morepeople that care about each other, they bring in amazing guests for workshops, they offer virtual classes too! I have also noticed that you will learn about the history and culture on the dance style, and it's very thorough. That is so important because it gives you more understanding and context of where the movement comes from and how it was used.

I'm blown away by the the classes and hospitality The…read morequality and devotion of the teachers amazes me.

My fiance and I are not good dancers, so the thought of having all eyes on us during our first…read moredance at our wedding was intimidating. We reached out to Alina, who, over the course of four lessons, was able to help us coordinate an absolutely perfect dance routine that was both challenging, yet accessible for our skill level. She is very patient and adapted the routine based on our skill level. She also made sure to ask questions about the wedding dress (and how it would affect my ability to dance and move) and the venue layout/surface to make sure that our routine was perfectly choreographed. Besides being a wonderful dancer, Alina is an absolute joy to work with! She was very good about emailing us prior to our lessons to confirm and responded to our emails promptly. Despite our initial anxiety, taking dance lessons with Alina ended up being one of our favorite parts of the wedding planning process. I highly recommend Alina and MyDance Studio!

Alina is highly professional dance instructor. My daughter takes classes with her for a year or so-…read moreshe started from 0 and now takes first places at DanceSport competitions. We have ended up taking classes with my wife at MyDance studio as well- it is always so much fun.

Can I give 6 stars, please?!?…read more Z Sweat is my happy place!!! I love that this studio focuses just on Zumba/Zumba toning. Mariela and Nati are hands down the best Zumba instructors I've ever had (and I've taken oh so many Zumba classes!) They are fun, energetic, kind and engaging and truly invested in their students' experiences. The enthusiasm in class is absolutely contagious. They've recently brought on another instructor, Alyona, who is super high energy and fun as well. The choreography and music at Z Sweat are the best. Zumba contributes to better physical and mental wellness- many of us slimming down, getting more fit, and getting major stress relief from class. And getting fit while dancing with your newfound friends is pretty awesome- I know I definitely prefer it to a treadmill! What keeps me coming to Z Sweat, and makes this place so very special, is the sense of community and comradery. So many friendly people and smiles throughout class with a "Zumba high" lasting the whole day long. I always look forward to class at Z Sweat. I would encourage anyone interested to check this studio out. You won't regret it!

Z sweat is a very cute place with genuine vibes. The instructor when i went (once) seemed very…read moresweet and like she enjoyed her job. Theres people of all ages and demographics here, which i personally love. There was a lady in the front who was super toned and giving 150% and i loved that because it made me want to go harder. There are also elderly people there and that also made me smile :) One thing that I could say wasn't my favorite was the shape of the studio. It is a very skinny rectangle and i was kind of off to the back left so I felt kind of squished (it was not crowded though). I also wasn't the biggest fan of the specific routine that day, but i wont really consider that in my rating. The only other thing is that it seems like a lot of the people there already knew the routine so it was a little hard for me to keep up with the instructor but im honestly not too worried about that because for me the point of zumba is to be active so it doesn't matter if im hitting all the moves right. The classes also are pretty cheap i think, so thats nice. Id definitely come again!

I LOVE RODA! I LOVE TO SAMBA!…read more Been here many times for SAMBA classes with the one and only amazing Zezeh! She was a Rainha de Bateria ( Drum Queen/ Samba Queen) in Brazil for many years. The way she teaches with such passion is so inspiring. If you've never tried SAMBA, come to a class and let the rhythm pierce you down to your soul! Google Zezeh Brazil samba and see what I mean! The studio is cozy, beautiful and always clean. It's so cute to the see all the children coming for Capoeira on Saturdays. They also have great turn outs for adult Capoeira. Be sure to check the website for specials and schedules or give them a call to confirm class times.

The staff and teachers at RODA Movements are awesome! The studio offers many different classes to…read morechoose from, ranging from Zumba and African dance, to various martial arts. I have been training Capoeira at the studio for two years and really enjoy the people, vibe and space. The class fees are very affordable ($65/mo for at least one class a week) and last at least one hour. If you're interested in Capoeira, we train Monday's and Wednesday's from 7:30pm-9pm.

I have taken one class in the past with Amina and back to seek her help for a piece with some guys…read morefrom my chorus for an dance art piece we wanted to do for a talent show. And though myself and many of the guys we're not professional dancers and a little nervous, she and her wonderful assistant Kiara, made us feel very comfortable. They were able to break down the dance steps to something manageable yet professional for our group as well as being able to build up our confidence in just 2 meetings. She and her team have the ability to teach you dance in a fun way whether you're a dancer or not and just have a great time. Best of all once we performed the piece not only did we get a standing ovation for our performance, they have asked to do it again for a concert in the future. Many thanks to the amazing Amina to getting us to place of success and accomplishment. I'll be back!

We had the BEST time in our private lesson with Amina. She taught our group of beginners how to…read moredance. After just 1 1/2 hours we were able to do a spirited routine together. What a thrill! She's a fabulous teacher with such positive energy. Thanks for a memorable evening!

I have been to their wintergreen plaza location. Great workout and lovely friendly instructors. Fun…read moreupbeat music.

Absolutely love this place! I have taken classes with Veronica and Melita and both of them are…read moreequally awesome! Hate how to studio is really tiny compared to most other places, and then the stupid beam in te middle! But the classes themselves are so good, I hate to take off a star for the studio! Completely run by the sisters, it's a great place to sweat off those calories! The studio, tho tiny, is very well maintained, the bathrooms too. The music is absolutely awesome, even tho I'm not a fan of Spanish/ Latino music! The moves are great - not too simple, but not overly complicated either! Love how the moves are so girly too! :):) The fact that they give you a key chain card is again awesome! Will Continue coming here :):) way to go girls!

I cannot recommend this place strongly enough. I've taken classes with several teachers, and…read moreeveryone is kind, knowledgeable, and accepting. The scaffolding of skills demonstrates a strong understanding of pedagogy, and the environment is incredibly positive and accepting of all abilities and bodies. The variety of classes available for adults is impressive, and there is truly something for everyone. I am so grateful to have a studio like this in Bethesda.

Enjoyed taking evening classes this summer- a welcoming environment for tween dancers.read more

I see something wild and free emerging in her after a few weeks. She posts dance philosophy on her…read morewall, speaks constantly of your methods, her posture... She doesn't act like a child who has been trafficked anymore. Today she stands up. Thank you from, https://motherforce.us/

Beginner classes should be for beginners. Some instructors were training people who were already…read morefamiliar with the movements. They did not direct others who required supervision too. Few instructors were wonderful. But many were just going through motions.

I have been taking dance lessons at Now and Then Dance Studios for nearly 5 years. I have recently…read morehad to stop for a while for medical reasons and I miss it so much. I can't wait to get back. The Studio has a wonderful, skilled, nice staff and it is a pleasure to take lessons from them, especially Adam, who is my teacher.

My husband and I started lessons here about two months ago. Love it! They are very organized and…read morehave a great curriculum, very organized. Adam, our instructor, is great and all of the people we have met here at the social dances are very nice and supportive. We are having a great time learning how to dance!

This gym is hands down the best in the area. I'm really glad I tried free passes at multiple gyms…read morebefore getting a membership here, so I can confidently say that. It's the largest Anytime Fitness I've ever been to, and never feels crowded. The staff are friendly and helpful, always saying hi, and the place is kept very clean. You can tell they really care about the gym. There are many new machines and lots of space to work out. The bathrooms are typical of an Anytime, pretty small, but I've come to the gym at all hours and there's never a wait for the bathroom or showers. It's on the pricier side for a monthly membership, but definitely worth it!

A few months after becoming a member, I tried spinning classes, which were fun and challenging. I…read moresoon noticed the seats, set parallel to the floor, didn't fit my anatomy. I was sliding forward uncomfortably. I brought a wrench, raised the front of (just)one seat a notch, and then it didn't feel as if I were struggling to stay on. I chose the narrowest, least padded style, similar to a racing bike saddle. The owner told me I was the only one who preferred that kind. There used to be a 'needs fixing' sheet for members to list equipment problems. Some had written complaints that the bike seats were 'tipped.' So, the staff flattened all the seats. I went to Lee, the manager, and asked politely if I could have one seat (just one seat!) adjusted to my comfort. I was met with an expression of surprise and mild annoyance. Denied. The classes were never full so nobody would've been forced to use a 'tipped' seat. But even if all the bikes in the spinning studio had been taken, there were four more in other parts of the gym, which I never saw in use simultaneously. One seat on any of those could've been adjusted without forcing anyone to use a 'tipped' seat. And of course, the seat posts are interchangeable. So, on it went: I'd adjust a single saddle, a staff member would flatten it, and the charade would begin anew. I politely raised the issue with Ruby, the owner; she said she'd put a note on a saddle to not flatten it. A week later she reneged, implying Lee wouldn't allow it. The reasoning: If one was changed, then all could be changed and Lee wasn't willing to deal with that. Denied again. BUT, he accommodated all those who complained about 'tipped' seats. That's not fair. He could've easily worked with me and gotten to 'yes.' The seats are adjustable for a reason. The entire business is BASED on human anatomy, including its--ahem--variations. I was 'nudged' by the former manager shortly after starting my membership. Under my original 4-star rating on this page, she added a note asking me what it would take to add a fifth star. Consistent, prolonged and respectful treatment as a valued member, I would've told her. But, my reasonable requests were repeatedly ignored. A couple of the staff(K and K) seemed to view me as demanding, difficult, and treated me with veiled hostility. And then there's this: The two managers, Lee & Jen, plus Lee's wife, wrote 5-star reviews on this page. These are conflict of interest violations per Google usage rules. Owner Ruby added praise and thanks below these 'reviews.' P.S. The managers' illegitimate reviews and owner-added comments have been deleted. October 2023.