The teacher, Elaine, has moved her studio to Columbia City. It's a tiny space shared with a gift…read moreshop. I am an elementary level dancer and I found Elaine to be a wonderful teacher for me. She worked me hard but with sensitivity to my strengths and weaknesses. Under her instruction I found myself able to do steps and combinations I hadn't been able to nail down with other teachers in larger studios. The tiny class size means loads of individual attention. Cost is $18 for a 90 minute class or $17 if you take multiple classes.

After struggling to find detailed, professional information on what this place offers and whether…read moreit was even open, I am now a believer. In this day and age, we're used to the MindBody app, online scheduling, updated Facebook pages and Google Maps entries, and Instagrams, but you're not going to get any of this with Belltown Ballet. You're getting an elderly woman named Elaine who runs this thing herself, seems to be doing it for fun, and doesn't have the patience for technological updates. This is a great, fun, tough workout. I have been interested in trying beginner ballet as an adult, and this was a perfect introduction for me. Elaine is such a lovely person, and she makes ballet enjoyable and accessible to all types of people. There were about 10 people in the class I tried, a good mix of men and women of all levels. The atmosphere was relaxed and somewhat social in between exercises, with a lot of laughter throughout. I have been to other all-levels or even beginner dance and workout classes, and I often find myself frustrated by the lack of instruction and attention to people who had no clue what they were doing. Not so at BBC ballet; everyone felt seen. The classes are all levels, and there are students who have been dancing for decades, as well as true beginners like myself. The more you learn, the more you understand the proper technique and what you have to work on, so every student finds it challenging. Here is the logistical info as of August 8, 2022, as they don't seem to update their website or social media: BBC Studio AKA Belltown Ballet is doing live, in-person classes. (There are also online and hybrid classes, but I haven't tried them and won't comment on them here.) Live classes are Monday and Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. They take place at the Seattle Armory in Seattle Center, 4th Floor, north end, Puget Sound Theater spaces. Classes are $16 for drop ins, and you don't need to register or anything, just show up. There is plenty of space, so come, bring friends, etc.

I am visiting from out of town, and as any dancer will let you know, one of the best parts of…read moretraveling is getting to experience new studios around the world! I attended several ballet classes here led by Annie DeVuono, and can heartily recommend the studio and the instructor! The space is quite large, though it can be poorly ventilated during hot days. The combinations given were appropriate to the level, corrections were given with care, and I felt truly like the instructor and other students danced for the love of movement, not to compare. There was zero body shaming or body-image focused corrections (if I have to hear "suck in your stomach" one more time from a well meaning but poorly educated instructor...) I came out of the classes feeling challenged (there was some tricky footwork in those allegro combos!) but satisfied -- and that is the hallmark of an amazing class. I also want to say that despite me being a temporary student and a newbie, I was welcomed very warmly by both the instructor and other students as well!

They moved to a lovely new location, so I am increasing the number of stars. This was a positive…read moreexperience for our family.

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 took a good variety of dance classes here - kpop, hip hop, and dancing in the dark…read more The classes are great and the instructors are also amazing! Also the studio itself is SUPER CUTE - the lounge is wonderfully decorated. It's located in the coolest alleyway.

I've taken a couple dance classes here, and it's been an awesome experience! The staff and…read moreinstructors are all so nice and welcoming (shoutout to my favorite instructor Chyna!). There's different workshop classes every week, so you can experiment with different dance genres or practice a specific skill, like floorwork or footwork. The studio is clean, and I appreciate that they have free lockers you can use while in class. Parking near the studio may be difficult, so I'd definitely arrive with plenty of time to spare to find street parking in the area. I definitely would recommend PopRox to anyone looking for dance studios in Seattle. Super beginner friendly and a great place to level up your skills!

I signed up for an introductory pole dancing class because it seemed fun and I wanted to switch up…read moremy exercise routine! It was a class that started at 8:15, on a Friday. The company sends out emails that gives very explicit directions on where to park and how to find and access the studio, in addition to linking a video with visual and audio directions, so I had no issues finding anything as everything was really well explained! My taught by Dani, who was a great instructor. Dani went around to sign everyone in, as for our pole experience one on one, so the class could be best tailored to all of us. We were also given a clean exercise mat with plenty of cushion, along with an ethanol spray bottle and towel for cleaning/drying our poles and hands. We then did a very extensive warm up to begin with, followed by working on a spin, during which Dani went around individually to everyone to give tips and help out with modifications as needed. This was very helpful for me, as I was able to ask explicit questions about what muscles to engage and general body positioning. Afterwards, we did a mini choreography a few times to practice what we learnt, followed by a cooldown. During the session, we were given ample opportunity for water breaks, along with cleaning our poles as needed, which I appreciated. The minor cons--the studio is extremely hot. As a result of this, there are several fans always blowing which is very nice, but they tend to be loud. That plus the music, which was turned down during instruction, made it a bit hard to hear Dani at times. Luckily I was towards the front, and didn't miss anything major for directions. The studio itself is extremely nice otherwise though! A great little cubby area for shoes and bags, and a couch/table for waiting for your class to start. The ambiance with lighting and music is also very nice, and there are mirrors everywhere so you can really see yourself getting into different positions. I had a really fun time at the class, and would definitely be a studio for people to consider if they're interested in one of their classes!

Ahhh how exciting it was to serendipitously end up at Pole Fitness Seattle! Because I didn't have a…read morecar, I picked this studio for its class selection, instructors, and proximity to my hotel. It's pretty easy to book classes online (surprisingly Seattle studios aren't really on Mindbody) by purchasing a class pack and applying it to sign ups. The email reminders are helpful. It's a little difficult to locate the studio in the alleyway of buildings, but they do a great job of providing directions. I arrived early via Uber/Lyft and was greeted by the instructor for Pole Conditioning & Stretching. It was an all-levels class, and the instructor (can't remember her name!) did a great job of explaining moves and providing modifications for each student. Then I took Pole L2 & L3 with Beau, who is a fantastic instructor! Turns out, we have mutual friends. The pole community is such a small world. Definitely more advanced of a class than I expected (good thing I didn't sign up for L4!) and enjoyed the safe and friendly class environment. Will definitely be back here to train next time I'm in Seattle!

FATPHOBIC DO NOT GO…read moreHERE PERIOD IF YOU FEEL YOU DESERVE RESPECT! I am a ballroom dancer , intermediate level. I dance bachata, salsa, meringue, cumbia and tango. i wanted to meet people so I joined as a single person for a group of lessons. while dancing with a member he grabbed me roughly and shoved me into "place" where he thougut i should be positioned for the song, then yanked me again very roughly. when I approached the teacher about this behavior she completely and totally ignored my concern about THE ASSAULT I EXPERIENCED and she said I need to move to the beginner area IMMEDIATELY in the middle of class! it was humiliating. before this she was giving me so many minor corrections and no one else. she also did not enforce partner rotation which leads to better learning. I sat in my car and cried for 20 minutes before I could safely drive home. i have not been to any studios since this traumatic event. i was the only plus size in the group.

I attended a virtual La Clave Cubana - Salsa Fusion class led by Reinier, as part of a virtual…read moreseries he's teaching at UW. Reinier has great energy (even on Zoom) and the lesson was very easy to follow and good exercise (I didn't expect to sweat at home!). Reinier is a handsome cuban man with good rhythm. He chose fun and upbeat music, too. The many dance moves we learned were very practical (I recognize them from casual salsa nights I've attended in the past - without any lessons). I liked how he went over each move and we practiced at just the right pace -- not too fast or too slow, too challenging or too boring. Even though I had missed the first salsa class, Reinier did a recap at the beginning and it was easy for me to jump right in! I feel like I learned more in this one class than all the casual salsa nights (which usually start with a free lesson) that I've attended before. I'm very excited about attending the next class. Thank you! P.S. I hope everyone can help support this small local business! They offer lots of online classes even during the pandemic! Unlike some other virtual dance/exercise classes I've taken, I didn't feel like I was "missing out" or not learning enough. The energy was good too, even though we were on Zoom!

Wow, what a gem! My wife usually claims this spot for yoga and massages, but while she was away…read moreoverseas for a few weeks, she passed her bookings to me. Her loss, my win! I enjoyed a couple of massages--both the full-body and Thai were fantastic. This place is awesome, but don't let it get so popular that I can't snag a reservation!

I really really love this studio. For many years I practiced in a studio that was very structured,…read morewith a lot of focus on form. Dragonfly is different - the teachers often focus on what the students ask for, and are flexible in their classes. One of the things I love the most is the focus on breathing and where in the muscles we should be feeling/working. We also are encouraged to practice with our eyes closed. Also, wonderful, friendly community and lovely studio. So happy to be part of it!

Not your typical dance studio. If you're looking to elevate your dancing to a new level, learn a…read morechoreography for a wedding or train competitively highly recommend! This isn't for your beginner intro student. They have great advanced workshops and competitive teams that train weekly. The dance conditioning class is no joke! One of the best workouts I've had! Easy parking and right on Lakecity Way. Definitely favorite studio in Seattle.

Lily is a great dance instructor with an amazing level of energy and the ability to make it…read morecontagious! Her dance workshops are really good and her classes are excellent with a lot of emphasis on correct technique. I love her dance conditioning classes (Lily does a bit of them as warm up in the team classes as well). They are quite a challenge. Try them! You'll be amazed at how many new muscles you'll discover that you have (the next day when you are a bit sore). Overall I cannot recommend the studio enough!